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Family of John Lee in Homer, Illinois

The Descendantsof William Henry Lee

--- as compiled by ---Dennis Kowallek293 Cochran Rd.

Hamilton, OH 45013

Dedication

Produced by: Dennis M. Kowallek, 293 Cochran Rd., Hamilton, Ohio 45013, (513) 756-9937, [email protected], http://kowallekfamily.com/genealogy/bio-lee-william-henry.htm

This book is dedicated to the memory of my late father-in-law, Clyde Lawrence Lee, whose great-great-grandfather's descendants are the subject of this book. When I first started researching the various branches of our family tree, I believed that my father-in-law'sfamily, including the LEEs, would be the toughest nut to crack, if only because he was a quiet man andwouldn't talk much about them. But, in many ways, his ancestors turned out to be the most interestingbranch of the family to research. -- Dennis M. Kowallek

Preface


The information contained in this book is provided "as is". It is the responsibility of those who use thisinformation to verify its accuracy. Every attempt has been made to substantiate names, dates, places, andrelationships, but more effort has been expended on direct-line ancestors and their immediate families,whose information you will find to be the most accurate. I have included the first four generations of descendants of William Henry LEE in this book. Informationon remaining generations is available upon written request. The most current information is available at: http://kowallekfamily.com/genealogy/bio-lee-william-henry.htm Additions and/or corrections can be sent to: Dennis M. Kowallek293 Cochran RoadHamilton, Ohio [email protected] Copyright © 2009 by Dennis M. Kowallek. All rights reserved.

Conventions


Abbreviations Here are some of the common abbreviations used in this publication: abt. = aboutb. = bornbap. = baptisedbur. = buriedcal. = calculated (usually backwards from date of death minus age at death)Co. = Countyd. = diedWHL = William Henry Lee Surnames A surname enclosed in parentheses, [for example (LEE)], is used to indicate the unknown surname ofa spouse. Census Dates Because census dates are notoriously inaccurate, when citing a census as a source I have made theassumption that actual birthdates are within 1 year (+/-) of the date listed in the census. Approximate Dates My use of approximate dates ("before", "after", or "between") is inclusive. So, for example, when I say amarriage date is "before 1931", I mean "up to and including 1931". Locations All locations are assumed to be in the United States unless specified otherwise. Places of Residence Places of residence may be represented by a postal address and not a physical location. For example, aperson may be listed as a resident of Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois (for mailing purposes) and actuallybe a physical resident of neighboring Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois.

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Introduction Page 1


William Henry LEE was born on 8 Aug 1798. His place of birth is unknown … as many of the availablecensus records contradict each other. The 1850 census, the only census taken during his lifetime whichrecorded place of birth, says he was born in South Carolina. Other secondary sources say he was born inMaryland, Tennessee, and Virginia. WHL can definitely be placed in Clinton County, Ohio on 5 Feb1818, where he married Rebecca SEWELL. Rebecca was the daughter of John SEWELL and PriscillaHENDRICKS. We believe that William Henry LEE's mother was named Elizabeth. In 1818, when WHL marriedRebecca SEWELL, consent was given by his step-father Richard CAST ... leading us to conclude thatWHL's mother was alive and married to Richard CAST at the time. We also have deeds from beforeand after WHL's marriage (1815, 1823, and 1838) which list Richard's wife's name as Elizabeth. Theonly problem we have is that the 1830 Vernon Township, Clinton County, Ohio census does not list anolder female in Richard's household. This set of facts supports two wives named Elizabeth, the firstbeing WHL's mother (having died between 1823 and 1830). But this is in turn contradicted by the factthat no marriage record for a Richard CAST to the second Elizabeth (or anyone else) can be found inClinton County or neighboring Warren County. So we are asked to either believe the census, or tobelieve the local marriage records. The second Elizabeth (b. 31 May 1772) died shortly after arriving in Vermilion County, Illinois on 15Sep 1838 and is buried in McFarland Cemetery. If the 1830 census turns out to be wrong, this could endup being our WHL's mother. Her middle initial is given as 'C', which could be a clue to her maidenname. Other possible clues are the unusual middle names of several of WHL's grandchildren ... Ryland,Clarkson, and several Careys. Sources show that Richard CAST had an even earlier wife, possibly named Rebeckah, and had sevenknown children (born from about 1797 to 1815) ... some of whom could be half-siblings to our WilliamHenry LEE. It has been rumored that this LEE family is related to that of Robert E. LEE, the famous Confederategeneral. Even more specifically, it has been stated that our WHL may have been a nephew of Robert E.LEE. However, Y-DNA tests on a direct male descendant of WHL prove that these LEE families arenot related. In the 1820 census, William Henry LEE is enumerated in Vernon Township, Clinton County, Ohio. On 25 Oct 1827, WHL bought 107 acres from A. Fitzhugh & wife. William and Rebecca sold this landto Wm. Haines on 1 Oct 1829. This transaction was witnessed by James DALBY (Rebecca's brother-in-law) and David SEWELL (Rebecca's brother). The description of the property reads... "Beginning at the stake in the line of John (or Isham) Michel thence S8E78 poles to two red oaksAaron ??????'s (possibly Carnahan's) line thence ??2W1?? poles to two ?????? elms and maple thenceN47W150 poles to an elm red oak and maple thence thence N45E55 poles to four elms ?????? (maybecorner?) to John Sanderson thence east 103 poles to a forked white oak in the county roads thenceN25E18 poles to a hickory inside Michel's line thence east 30 poles to the beginning containing onehundred and seven acres and one hundred and thirty four poles be the same more or less." This property appears to be in (or on the border of) Marion Township.

Introduction Page 2

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William Henry LEE and family moved to Vermilion County, Illinois in 1829, where he is enumerated inthe 1830 census. He lived in Vance Township and owned property in Township 18 Section 2 andTownship 19 Section 35. There were several William H. LEEs living in Vermilion County at this time,so care must be taken to keep them straight. To the best of the author's knowledge, our WHL is notrelated to the family of Vermilion County's Squire LEE. Our WHL is mentioned in the following quotation from Beckwith's History of Vermilion County,Illinois… "The Goshen Baptist Church was organized about 1832, and services were held in the Davis school-house and the Stearns school-house, at private houses, and wherever most convenient, until 1835, whena church edifice was built, as before stated, on the ground occupied by Samuel Beaver's house. ElderFreeman Smalley and Elder G. W. Riley, as in nearly all the other churches of this denomination in thecounty, were the leaders in this, and Benjamin Smalley preached here with more less regularity for someyears. The building was frame, 30 X 40. Harvey and Luther Stearns, William Lee and James Elliott,were the leading men in this organization, and it was largely through their instrumentality that the churchwas built." Abigail LEE (said to be b. 2 Jan 1829, d. 3 Mar 1850, bur. Davis Cemetery) is often listed as a daughterof William Henry and Rebecca LEE. However, she is not on the list of known burials for DavisCemetery. I suspect that she has been confused with her cousin, Abigail SMITH (dau. of James SMITHand Mary SEWELL). Abigail SMITH (b. 31 Jan 1829, d. 2 Mar 1850, bur. Davis Cemetery) was thefirst wife of Henry OAKWOOD. William Henry LEE died intestate on 14 Jan 1855 (Alvin STEARNS administered his estate). His wifeRebecca Sewell LEE died 18 Jun 1881. They are both buried at Davis Cemetery (near Fairmount,Illinois).

Descendant Chart for William Henry LEE Page 3


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The Descendants of William Henry LEE Page 5


First Generation

Tombstone of WilliamHenry Lee

1. William Henry LEE,1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 son of Unknown LEE and Elizabeth (LEE), was born on 8 Aug 1798 in South Carolina,1, 2, 9, 10 died on14 Jan 1855 in Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois1, 2, 10, 11 at age 56, and wasburied in Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Davis Cemetery).1, 10

Additional notes for William Henry LEE:

• Other sources place WHL's place of birth as Maryland, Tennessee, andVirginia.13, 14, 15, 16

• William appeared in the U.S. Federal Census in 1820 in VernonTownship, Clinton Co., Ohio.6

• William and Rebecca Lee sold 53 3/4 acres of land in Survey No. 2250 inClinton Co. to William Harden on 24 Mar 1827 for $130. The landappears to have been inherited by Rebecca from her father, John Sewell.17

• On 25 Oct 1827, Wm. Lee bought 107 acres from A. Fitzhugh & wife. Entry 2705. Book G. p. 161. William and Rebecca sold the land to Wm. Haines - 1 Oct 1829 - Witnessedby James Dalby (Rebecca's brother-in-law) and David Sewell (Rebecca's brother). The description of the property reads... "Beginning at the stake in the line of John (or Isham) Michel thence S8E78 poles to two redoaks Aaron ??????'s (possibly Carnahan's) line thence ??2W1?? poles to two ?????? elms andmaple thence N47W150 poles to an elm red oak and maple thence thence N45E55 poles to fourelms ?????? (maybe corner?) to John Sanderson thence east 103 poles to a forked white oak inthe county roads thence N25E18 poles to a hickory inside Michel's line thence east 30 poles tothe beginning containing one hundred and seven acres and one hundred and thirty four poles bethe same more or less." This property appears to be in or on the border of Marion Twp.17

• WHL and family went to Vermilion Co., Illinois in 1829.1

• William appeared in the U.S. Federal Census in 1830 in Vermilion Co., Illinois.7

• From History of Vermilion County, Illinois... "The Goshen Baptist Church was organized about 1832, and services were held in the Davisschool-house and the Stearns school-house, at private houses, and wherever most convenient,until 1835, when a church edifice was built, as before stated, on the ground occupied by SamuelBeaver's house. Elder Freeman Smalley and Elder G. W. Riley, as in nearly all the otherchurches of this denomination in the county, were the leaders in this, and Benjamin Smalleypreached here with more less regularity for some years. The building was frame, 30 X 40.Harvey and Luther Stearns, William Lee and James Elliott, were the leading men in thisorganization, and it was largely through their instrumentality that the church was built. It stoodhere until 1862, when arrangements were perfected to move it to Fairmount, when suddenly itburned down in the night. It was thought to be a dispensation of Providence, for the Bible and



hymn-book were found out in the bushes, several rods away form the burnt edifice. Serviceswere usually kept up with considerable irregularity, and the church prospered in members andspiritual growth."2

• Also from History of Vermilion County, Illinois... "A little farther east W. H. Lee settled in 1829. He died there, and most of his family are deadalso. Such as are living are in the neighborhood."2

• William appeared in the U.S. Federal Census in 1840 in Vermilion Co., Illinois.8

• At the time of the 1850 U.S. Federal Census, William worked as a farmer in Vermilion Co.,Illinois.9

• WHL's estate was probated in Vermilion Co., Illinois. He died intestate, Alvin Stearns wasnamed administrator.1

Tombstone of Rebeca Lee

William married Rebecca SEWELL1, 3, 4, 5, 9, 10, 11, 18 on 5 Feb 1818 inClinton Co., Ohio,4, 5 daughter of John D. SEWELL and PriscillaHENDRICKS. Rebecca was born on 7 Jun 1797 in Virginia,2, 10 died on 18 Jun188110 at age 84, and was buried in Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois(Davis Cemetery).10

Additional notes for William and Rebecca:

• A marriage license was issued to William Lee and Rebecca Sewell on 2Feb 1818 in Clinton Co., Ohio.3 From the license itself... "On personal consent of Richard Cast his Step father - On personalconsent of John Sewell her father"

• A marriage return was recorded for William Lee and Rebecca Sewell on 22 Mar 1818 inClinton Co., Ohio.4 From the return... "I do hereby certify that on the fifth day of February last I joined [in] marriage William Leeand Rebecca Sewell. Given under my hand and seal the 18th day of March 1818." - signed James Harris J.P. Filed 18 March 1818Recorded 22 March 1818Isaiah Morris - Clk

Additional notes for Rebecca SEWELL:

• Various sources have placed Rebecca's birth between 1798 and 1802 in Ohio (before becominga state) and Tennessee.9, 13, 15, 16, 18

The known children of William and Rebecca were:

2 F i. Elizabeth LEE2, 9, 10, 13, 18, 19, 20 was born on 19 Apr 1819 in Clinton Co., Ohio,2,

10 died on 23 Jan 1887 in Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois10, 21 at age 67, andwas buried in Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Davis Cemetery).10

3 M ii. John LEE9, 11, 18 was born on 31 Jul 1820 in Clinton Co., Ohio,1, 9, 10 diedon 30 Sep 1867 in Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois10 at age 47, and wasburied in Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Davis Cemetery).10



4 F iii. Priscilla LEE2, 10, 19 was born on 30 Dec 1821 in Clinton Co., Ohio,2, 10 diedon 10 Jun 1850 in Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois2, 10 at age 28, and wasburied in Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Davis Cemetery).10

5 F iv. Hannah LEE19, 22 was born about 1824 in probably Clinton Co., Ohio15, 22 and diedin Aug 184922 about age 25.

6 F v. Mary LEE9, 19, 23 was born Cal 3 Jun 1824 in probably Clinton Co., Ohio,13, 16,

23 died on 9 Jul 184723 about age 23, and was buried in Old Homer, Champaign Co.,Illinois (Old Homer Cemetery).23

7 F vi. Miriam LEE19, 24 was born about 1829,7, 8, 24 died on 20 May 185024 about age 21,and was buried in Catlin Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Mt. Vernon Cemetery).24

Tombstone of UnknownLee

M vii. Unknown LEE10 was born Cal 18 Feb 1832 in probablyVermilion Co., Illinois,10 died on 1 Mar 1832 in VanceTownship, Vermilion Co., Illinois,10 and was buried in VanceTownship, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Davis Cemetery).10

Additional notes for Unknown LEE:

• Other sources say that this child was born on 20 Feb 1832 inVance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois.1

He never married and had no children

8 M viii. William Henry LEE9, 11, 13, 15, 16, 18, 25, 26, 27, 28 wasborn on 8 Jul 1833 in Vermilion Co., Illinois,9, 13, 15, 16, 18, 25, 28, 29, 30 died on 15Jun 1925 in Louisburg, Miami Co., Kansas25, 29, 30 at age 91, and was buried on 17Jun 1925 in Gravity, Taylor Co., Iowa (Ladoga Cemetery).25, 30

9 F ix. Rebecca Jane LEE9, 10 was born Cal 18 Mar 1836 in Illinois,9, 10 died on 29Jan 1856 in Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois10 about age 19, and was buriedin Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Davis Cemetery).10

10 M x. Aaron LEE9, 11, 14, 18, 19, 20 was born on 24 Jan 1838 in Vermilion Co., Illinois,9, 14,

18, 20, 31 died on 4 Jun 1880 in Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois10 at age 42, andwas buried in Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Davis Cemetery).10



Second Generation (Children)

Tombstone of ElizabethStearns

2. Elizabeth LEE2, 9, 10, 13, 18, 19, 20 (William Henry 1) was born on19 Apr 1819 in Clinton Co., Ohio,2, 10 died on 23 Jan 1887 in Vance Township,Vermilion Co., Illinois10, 21 at age 67, and was buried in Vance Township,Vermilion Co., Illinois (Davis Cemetery).10

Tombstone of Alvin Stearns

Elizabeth married Alvin STEARNS9, 13, 18, 19, 20 on 12 Apr 1838 inVermilion Co., Illinois,19 son of Harvey STEARNS and FannieLOCKWOOD. Alvin was born on 28 Nov 1815 in Clinton Co., Ohio,2, 10, 32,

33 died on 26 Aug 189010 at age 74, and was buried in Vance Township,Vermilion Co., Illinois (Davis Cemetery).10

Marriage notes for Alvin and Elizabeth: Their marriage was solemnized byCalvin Stearns.19

Additional notes for Alvin STEARNS:

• Other sources say Alvin was born in Virginia.13

• From History of Vermilion County... "Alvin Stearns, Homer, Illinois [as of circa 1879], farmer and stock-raiser, section 1, son of Harvey and Fannie Stearns, was born in ClintonCounty, Ohio, on the 28th of November, 1815, came with his parents toVermilion county in 1832. Mr Stearns now resides on the farm where hisparents first settled when they came to the county. His father, Harvey, wasborn in Vermont in 1791, and resided in this county until his death, on the30th of November, 1847; and his mother, Fannie Lockwood, was a nativeof York state, born on the 8th of December, 1790, and died on the 1st ofAugust 1877. Alvin Stearns was united in marriage, on the 12th of April, 1838, to MissElizabeth Lee, daughter of W.H. Lee, who came to Vermilion county in 1829. Mrs. Stearnswas born in Clinton County, Ohio, on the 19th of April, 1819. Her father was a native of SouthCarolina, born on the 8th of August, 1798, and died on the 14th of January, 1855. Her motherwas a native of Virginia, born on the 7th of June, 1797, and now is living with Mr. Stearns.Mr. Stearns is the father of two sons and one daughter: Lawson, Ersom, and Rosella J., wife of



T.B. Craig. He has served as assessor and township collector for eight years. He and his wifehave been constant members of the Baptist church for thirty years. The result of the industryand thrift of Mr. Stearns is a fine farm of six hundred acres. He is a staunchrepublican."32

• From History of Vermilion County, Illinois... "Alvin Stearns, an early pioneer of Vermilion county, who departed this life August 26, 1890,will be remembered as a citizen whom the entire community held in profound respect onaccount of his unsullied character and his many unselfish acts. Coming to this region when hewas fifteen years of age, he grew to manhood in the county, where he passed the remainingyears of his life and where he attained unusual success as a farmer and acted as administrator ofestates---the latter position being one to which he was by nature remarkably well adapted.Beginning at the bottom of the ladder financially, Mr. Stearns became a man of wealth andinfluence, presenting in his career a striking instance of the results that may be accomplished bya life of rightly directed effort. He was born on a farm in Ohio, November 28, 1815. His father, Harvey Stearns, was a nativeof Vermont and removed to New York, where he was married to Mary Lockwood. After theirmarriage they settled in Ohio, where he purchased a farm, and there lived until 1832. Believingthat more favorable opportunities lay westward, Mr. Stearns came to this state and located inVermilion county, Illinois, becoming one of the successful farmers of this region. He diedNovember 30, 1847, at the age of fifty-six years, and thirty years later, on August 1, 1877, Mrs.Stearns was called from earthly scenes. The education of Alvin Stearns was begun in a log schoolhouse in Ohio and continued atintervals after he arrived at his new home in Vermilion county. At the time of his trip westwardthere were no railroads and only the rudest means of conveyance was available. The earlyroutes led through swamps where corduroy roads made of logs thrown upon the ground side byside permitted the weary traveler cautiously to proceed. Emigrants would camp at night on thebank of a running stream and much of their subsistence was procured through the use of thegun, as wild game abounded in the woods and on the prairie. It was an ideal land for the hunter,but in many localities years elapsed before the soil was brought into a condition of propercultivation. Alvin Stearns and his brother Calvin came on foot from Ohio, driving cows, sheepand hogs with which the family could make a start in the new country. He was early inured tothe work of the farm, even traveling thirty or forty miles to the mill, carrying a bag of grainbehind him on his horse and return ing with flour or corn meal. The nearest market ofimportance was Chicago and farmers delivered their wheat by wagon, conveying on the returntrip mer chandise for the country merchants and supplies for the family. At twenty-two years of age Mr. Stearns was married and began on his own account in a loghouse on his father's farm. As time passed, by diligence and economy he accumulated capitaland increased his holdings until he owned one of the finest farms in the township. He built ahandsome residence and in the administration of estates gained an enviable reputation forexcellent business judgment and promptness in all financial matters. Among the estates adminby him were the Yount estate, the Lee, Clutter and Hardin estates and many others. He servedfor six years as road commissioner, for twelve years as assessor and collector, and for twentyyears as school director, filling these offices with an ability that met with the general approval ofthe people. He was a stanch republican and for over thirty-five years was an active member ofthe Baptist church, in all his duties evincing an efficiency that yielded practical results for the



benefit of those concerned. On April 12, 1837, Mr. Stearns was united in marriage to Miss Elizabeth Lee, a daughter ofWilliam H. and Rebecca Lee, who came from Ohio to this state in 1829 and settled in Vermilioncounty. They were the parents of eight children, Mrs. Stearns being the eldest. She was calledto her final rest Jan uary 23, 1887, at the age of sixty-seven years, nine months and four days,and on the 26th of August, 1910, her husband passed away. Three children were born to Mr.and Mrs. Stearns: Lawson, who married Amanda Izard and is now deceased; Ersom, deceased;and Rocella J. Rocella J. Stearns was educated in the common schools and at the Homer high school. Shegrew up in the genial atmosphere of a peaceful home and on January 31, 1875, was happilymarried to Thomas B. Craig, a native of Ohio, who came to Vermilion county as a young manearly in the '70s. For many years Mr. Craig has been identified with agricultural interests and isrecognized as one of the progressive farmers of his township. He is a life long democrat andafter reaching his majority served as assessor and collector of Homer township, Champaigncounty. Eight children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Craig: Dale, a farmer of Vance township,who is married and is a member of the Masonic fraternity; Scott, Claude, Maud, Grover,Mabel, Thomas B. Jr., and Alta J., all of whom are at home. Mrs. Craig is a member of the,Cumberland Presbyterian church and socially is a leader in the locality, be ing a lady of fineintellectual ability and of many excellent qualities of mind and heart. She is the owner of aboutthree hundred acres of the old family home stead and lives in a handsome country residence,which is one of the attractive features of the landscape. She has inherited many of the excellentcharacter istics of her worthy parents and has a host of friends throughout the region where shehas been known during her entire life."32

• From the Portrait & Biographical Album of Vermilion Co, Illinois - 1889... "ALVIN STEARNS. Among the men of this county who have risen from a small beginning toan eminent position in the estimation of their neighbors, is the gentleman whose name initiatesthis biography. To be a a self-made man means something. It indicates that the man who hasearned the honor of being so called, has passed through many hardships, and had seen the darkclouds of adversity when perhaps despair was but a step ahead, but by perseverance andintelligence has emerged in the sunlight of prosperity. Harvey Stearns, the father of Alvin, was born in Vermont, but afterward removed to New York,and was there married to Fanny Lockwood, a native of New York. Thence he removed to Ohio,in 1814, where he bought a small farm, and remained there until 1832. He then located on thesite of Alvin Stearns' present home, building a log house and becoming a full-fledged citizen ofIllinois. At that time there were scarcely half-a-dozen houses between his farm and Danville,where the Government had stationed some troops to keep the Indians in subjection. HarveyStearns and his wife were respected by all their acquaintances for their sterling qualities. Theywere the parents of eight children, five of whom are living. He died Nov. 30, 1847, aged fifty-sixyears, while the mother survived until Aug. 1, 1877, passing away at the advanced age of eighty-seven years. Alvin Stearns was the eldest of the family, and was born Nov. 28, 1815, in Ohio. He was sixteenyears of age when his father located in Illinois. He and his brother Calvin walked the entiredistance from Ohio to Illinois, driving cows, sheep and hogs. Mr. Stearns obtained his educationpartly in his native State, but finished it in Illinois. He attended subscription schools, and his



learning was secured in the usual manner of the early pioneer days. He was very studious, andalways aimed to be at the head of his class-a position he generally secured. Being the oldest son,and his father being in poor health most of the time, he was obliged to take the lead in the workof the farm. Many times he has gone thirty or forty miles to mill, and often was obliged to go toDanville in the night, sixteen miles distant, to call a physician for his father. In those days thefarmers in this section transported their wheat by team to Chicago, bringing back supplies. Mr.Stearns remained at home until he was past twenty-two years of age, aiding his father. Mr. Stearns married Miss Elizabeth Lee, April 12, 1837. She was a daughter of William H. andRebecca Lee, who came from Ohio to Illinois in 1829, and located a mile and a half west of Mr.Steam's present home. Mr. Lee was a prominent and prosperous citizen of the early days, andthe father of eight children, all of whom, except one, are now dead, and the father and motherhave long since passed to their reward. Mrs. Stearns was the eldest child, born in 1819, and atthe time of her marriage was nineteen years of age. Mr. Stearns located on a part of his father'splace immediately after his marriage, where he built a log house and commenced seriously thebattle of life. When his father died he purchased the interest of the other heirs, except thatbelonging to his mother. The old farm consists of 600 acres, and he has given each of hischildren a quarter section of good land, and to one of them a house and lot, which cost $6,000.At the time of his marriage Mr. Stearns did not possess $50, but, aided by his most estimablewife, he has long since passed the mark that divides poverty from wealth. He has now ahandsome and costly residence, which is represented elsewhere in this volume. Mr. and Mrs. Stearns are the parents of three children, all of whom are living: Lawson marriedAmanda Izard, and they are residing in Homer, Ill., with their three children; Ersom isunmarried, and resides in Homer; Rocella J. is the wife of T. B. Craig. They are living on thenext farm east of the old homestead, and have five children. Mrs. Stearns, the mother of thesechildren, died Jan. 23, 1887, aged sixty-seven years, nine months and four days. Mr. Stearns hasbeen an administrator for many estates, among which may be mentioned those of his father andthe Lee estate, also Aaron Hardin's, William Clutter's, Alfred Harden's and the immense estatethat belonged to Mr. Yount. He has successfully administered all these large trusts, and withsatisfaction to each of the heirs, all of which constitutes a most remarkable record in this line.For twelve years Mr. Stearns has been Assessor and Collector, and for six years has held theoffice of Road Commissioner. He has also been School Director for twenty years. Politically, Mr. Stearns is a stalwart Republican, and always votes for the candidates of thatparty. His first ballot was cast for William Henry Harrison, and he heard that distinguishedgentleman deliver two speeches-one at Wilmington, and the other at Lebanon, Ohio. It isunnecessary to state that his last vote was cast for the other Harrison. Mr. Stearns has been amember of the Baptist Church for the last thirty years, and the fact that he has been chosen toadjust so many estates is evidence that he stands high in the estimation of his fellows."33

• Alvin appeared in the U.S. Federal Census in 1840 in Vermilion Co., Illinois.8

• Alvin Stearns administered the estate of his father-in-law, William Henry Lee.11

• Various U.S. Federal Censuses show he working as a farmer in Vance Township, VermilionCo., Illinois.9, 13, 18, 20

• His obituary was published on 5 Sep 1890... "Alvin STEARNS, a wealthy farmer, seventy-five years old, died at his residence in Vermilion



County, of old age."34

The known children of Alvin and Elizabeth were:

11 M i. Lawson STEARNS9, 13, 18, 35 was born on 18 Mar 1839 in Vermilion Co., Illinois,9,

13, 18, 31 died in 189336 at age 54, and was buried in Vance Township, Vermilion Co.,Illinois (Davis Cemetery).10

Tombstone of ErsomStearns

M ii. Ersom STEARNS13, 18, 20, 21 was born Cal 2 Mar 1847 inIllinois,10, 13, 18, 20 died on 19 Jan 1890 in Homer, ChampaignCo., Illinois10, 21 about age 42, and was buried in VanceTownship, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Davis Cemetery).10

Additional notes for Ersom STEARNS:

• Other sources say that Ersom was born about 1850 inIllinois.9

• Various U.S. Federal Censuses show he working as a farmerin Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois.13, 20


12 F iii. Rosella Jane STEARNS18, 19, 20 was born on 28 Jun 1851 in Fairmount, VermilionCo., Illinois,10, 13, 15, 16, 18, 19, 20, 28, 37, 38, 39 died on 26 Oct 1940 in VanceTownship, Vermilion Co., Illinois10, 38, 39, 40 at age 89, and was buried on 28 Oct 1940in Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Davis Cemetery).10, 38, 39

Tombstone of John andElizabeth Lee

3. John LEE9, 11, 18 (William Henry 1) was born on 31 Jul 1820 in ClintonCo., Ohio,1, 9, 10 died on 30 Sep 1867 in Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois10 at age 47, and was buried in Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois (DavisCemetery).10

Additional notes for John LEE:

• Other sources say that John was born about 1818 in Ohio.18

• Various sources say that John was born in Virginia, Illinois, Indiana,Maryland, and Kentucky.13, 15, 16, 28, 37

• Other sources say he was born in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois.41

• At the time of the 1850 and 1860 U.S. Federal Censuses, John worked as a wagon maker inVance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois.18

Jane Sadler Lee and family

John married Jane Elizabeth SADLER9, 10, 13 on 20 Jul 1846 in VermilionCo., Illinois,19 daughter of William SADLER and Kiziah BROOKS. Janewas born on 8 Sep 1824 near Richmond, Richmond Co., Virginia,9, 10, 18, 41 died on 29 Nov 1901 in Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois10 at age 77,and was buried in Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Davis Cemetery).10

Marriage notes for John and Jane: They were married by Jonathon W.Riley, MG B.C.19

Additional notes for Jane Elizabeth SADLER:

• At the time of the 1900 U.S. Federal Census, Jane lived in Vance Township, Vermilion Co.,Illinois.15 She is listed as a landlady.



• Her obituary in the Danville Dailey News of 4 Dec 1901 reads... "Mrs Jane Lee died Friday morning in her home East of town after a long illiness. The funeralwas held at Olive Branch Church Sunday morning and the body was laid away in the Davisgraveyard near Fairmount. The sons and daughters have the sympathy of a large circle offriends."42

The known children of John and Jane were:

13 M i. Ersom C. LEE9, 13, 18, 43 was born in 1848 in South Homer Township., ChampaignCo., Illinois,9, 18 died on 24 Dec 1908 in Vermilion Co., Illinois1 at age 60, and wasburied in Catlin Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Oakridge Cemetery).43

14 M ii. Asa Judson LEE13, 15, 16, 18, 19, 37, 44 was born on 28 Aug 1850 in Homer,Champaign Co., Illinois,13, 15, 16, 18, 19, 37 died on 17 Apr 1932 in Pittsburg,Pittsburg Co., Oklahoma1 at age 81, and was buried on 19 Apr 1932 in McAlester,Pittsburg Co., Oklahoma (Oak Hill Cemetery).44

15 F iii. Sophia Jane LEE13, 16, 18, 28, 40 was born on 9 Jan 1853 in Vance Township,Vermilion Co., Illinois,13, 15, 16, 18, 28, 42 died on 30 Mar 1921 in Stewardson,Shelby Co., Illinois40 at age 68, and was buried in Stewardson, Shelby Co., Illinois(Stewardson Cemetery).42

M iv. William Carey LEE10 was born Cal 29 Oct 1853,10 died on 4 Jan 1858 in VanceTownship, Vermilion Co., Illinois10 about age 4, and was buried in Vance Township,Vermilion Co., Illinois (Davis Cemetery).10

Additional notes for William Carey LEE:

• Other sources say that William was born on 27 Mar 1854 in Vermilion Co.,Illinois.1


16 F v. Julia LEE10, 13, 15, 16, 18, 19, 39, 41 was born on 25 Sep 1855 in VanceTownship, Vermilion Co., Illinois,10, 13, 15, 16, 18, 19, 41 died on 25 Jan 1920 inHomer, Champaign Co., Illinois10, 41 at age 64, and was buried on 27 Jan 1920 inVance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Davis Cemetery).10, 39, 41

Tombstone of Charles Lee

M vi. Charles "Charley" LEE10, 13, 15, 16, 18, 28, 37, 39, 41,

45 was born on 7 Sep 1857 near Homer, Champaign Co.,Illinois,10, 13, 16, 18, 37, 39, 41, 45 died on 13 Mar 1935 inHomer, Champaign Co., Illinois10, 39, 41, 45 at age 77, andwas buried on 15 Mar 1935 in Vance Township, Vermilion Co.,Illinois (Davis Cemetery).10, 39, 41, 45

Additional notes for Charles "Charley" LEE:

• Other sources say that Charley was born in Sep 1856 in Illinois.15

• Charley was crippled from the age of 2.41

• At the time of the 1880 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a farm laborer in VanceTownship, Vermilion Co., Illinois.13

• At the time of the 1900 U.S. Federal Census, Charley worked as a day laborer inVance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois.15



• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a laborer (odd jobs)while living on East Street in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois.16

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Charley worked as a gardener inHomer, Champaign Co., Illinois.37

• His obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 14 Mar 1935 reads... "Charles Lee, 77, died at his home here at 3 p.m. Wednesday of complications. Hehad been ill for more than a year. Funeral services will he conducted at 2 p.m. Friday at the Presbyterian Church byDr. N.C. Dickey. Burial will be in Davis Cemetery at Fairmount. He was born Sept. 7, 1857, on a farm east of here, son of John and Jane Lee. Hemoved here in 1904. He is survived by one sister, Clara, at home, and one brother, John, of Waynetown,Indiana."39


17 M vii. John Ryland LEE13, 15, 16, 18, 28, 37, 46, 47, 48 was born on 6 Jul 1859 in VanceTownship, Vermilion Co., Illinois,13, 15, 16, 18, 37, 46, 47 died on 24 Apr 1945 inLagrange Co., Indiana46, 47 at age 85, and was buried on 27 Apr 1945 in ColumbiaCity, Whitley Co., Indiana (Nolt Cemetery).46, 47, 48

Tombstone of Sarah Lee

F viii. Sarah LEE13, 15, 16, 28, 41 was born on 16 Apr 1861 inVermilion Co., Illinois,10, 13, 16, 28 died on 16 Jun 1925 inHomer, Champaign Co., Illinois10, 41 at age 64, and wasburied on 18 Jun 1925 in Vance Township, Vermilion Co.,Illinois (Davis Cemetery).10, 41

Additional notes for Sarah LEE:

• Other sources say that Sarah was born on 15 Apr 1861 in Homer, Champaign Co.,Illinois.41

• Other sources say that she was born in Apr 1862 in Illinois.15

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, Sarah worked as a housekeeper onEast Street in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois.16

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, she worked as a boarding housekeeper at 309 North East Street in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois.28

She never married and had no children

Tombstone of Claracy B.Lee

F ix. Clara Belle LEE13, 15, 16, 37, 38, 39, 41, 45 was born on6 May 1863 in Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois,10, 13,

15, 16, 28, 37, 38, 39, 45 died on 14 Jun 1935 in Danville,Vermilion Co., Illinois (Lake View Hospital)10, 38, 39, 41, 45 atage 72, and was buried on 16 Jun 1935 in Vance Township,Vermilion Co., Illinois (Davis Cemetery).10, 41, 45



Additional notes for Clara Belle LEE:

• Other sources say that Clara was born on 6 May 1861 in Vermilion Co., Illinois.1

• Her death certificate says that she was born in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois.41

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, Clara worked as a boarding housekeeper at 309 North East Street in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois.28

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, she lived at 309 North East St. inHomer, Champaign Co., Illinois.37

• Her obituary in The Homer Enterprise of 20 Jun 1935 reads... "Funeral services for Miss Clara Lee, were held Sunday afternoon from thePresbyterian church at 2 o'clock with Dr. N. C. Dickey, a former pastor, officiating.Interment was at Davis cemetery east of Homer. At the same hour funeral services were being conducted for a nephew of Miss Lee,Frank Koontz 42, of Stewardson, Ill, who also had died Friday. Miss Lee had been poorly for a long time and Thursday of last week was removed toa Danville hospital where she passed away Friday morning. The following obituary was read by Dr. Dicky: "Claracy Belle Lee was born May 6, 1863, on a farm about 2 1/2 miles east ofHomer in Vermilion county, Ill. In her girlhood she united with the Olive BranchCumberland Presbyterian church from which in 1906 she transferred her church inHomer, to which community she had recently removed in company with her brother,Charles and sister, Sadie. Two former pastors of this church, the Rev. Mr. Barrows and the Rev. Mr.McEwen, bear very loving testimony to the happy years which they spent in herhome. Indeed, a considerable company who have thus shared the comfort andhospitality of that home give grateful testimony to the self-sacrificing spirit whichMiss Lee ever manifested, and the unremitting care with which she surrounded themand which she lavished upon them. When at last her sister and then her brotherbecame an invalid, she ministered to them with all the self-forgetfulness and patientsolicitude which characterized her life. And when the death of both these loved oneshad left her without further demands upon her time and strength, she seemed to havelost most of her interest in life and her health, undermined by increasing years andarduous toil for others, rapidly failed. On June 14, 1935, she passed from this life, aged 72 years, one month and 8 days.She is survived by one brother, John Lee, Columbia City, Ind., a number of niecesand cousins and many admiring friends who regretfully and gratefully surrender herto the far larger circle of loved ones who have long awaited her coming to theFather's House of Many Mansions."45




Tombstone of PriscillaStearns

4. Priscilla LEE2, 10, 19 (William Henry 1) was born on 30 Dec 1821 inClinton Co., Ohio,2, 10 died on 10 Jun 1850 in Vance Township, Vermilion Co.,Illinois2, 10 at age 28, and was buried in Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois(Davis Cemetery).10

Tombstone of Calvin andClara Stearns

Priscilla married Calvin STEARNS13, 18, 19, 20 on 25 Feb 1844 in VermilionCo., Illinois,19 son of Harvey STEARNS and Fannie LOCKWOOD. Calvinwas born on 28 Oct 1820 in Clinton Co., Ohio,2, 10, 13, 18, 20 died on 20 Jan 1892in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois10, 49 at age 71, and was buried in VanceTownship, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Davis Cemetery).10, 49

Marriage notes for Calvin and Priscilla: They were married by J. W. Riley,MG.19

Additional notes for Calvin STEARNS:

• The Champaign Daily Gazette says that Calvin was born about 1822.49

• According to various censuses, Calvin spent most of his life working as a farmer in VanceTownship, Vermilion Co., Ohio.13, 18, 20

• From History of Vermilion County, Illinois... "Calvin Stearns, Fairmont, farmer, section 6, was born in Clinton county, Ohio, on the 28th ofOctober, 1820. He came to Vermilion county with his parents in 1832, and now lives within onemile of where they settled when they came to the county. Mr. Stearns has been three timesmarried. He was united in wedlock to Miss Priscilla Lee on the 25th of February, 1844, whowas born in Clinton County, Ohio, on the 30th of December, 1821, and departed this life on the10th of June, 1850. His second marriage was to Mary H. Rogers, on the 31st of March, 1853, anative of this county. She was born on the 13th of August, 1836, and died on the 13th ofOctober, 1858. He married his present wife, Miss Clarinda Cronkhite, on the 20th of June,1867, --born in Warren county, Indiana, on the 16th of February, 1848. He became the fatherof one child by his first wife, Eveline, and one by his second wife, Mary H., now wife of F.Cronkhite, and by his present wife, two: William C. and Lillie M. Mr. Stearns owns onehundred and seventy-five acres of land, on which he has made the improvements. He wasformerly a whig until the republican party was organized, when he joined its ranks, and hassince been identified with that party."2

• From the Portrait & Biographical Album of Vermilion Co, Illinois - 1889... "CALVIN STEARNS is one of the good citizens and prudent farmers whose industry andperseverance have placed him in an enviable position in his community. He is the third child of



Harvey and Fannie (Lockwood) Stearns and was born in Pickaway County, Ohio, Oct. 28,1820, and when he was twelve years of age removed with his parents to Illinois, locating inVermilion County, where he has since resided. In those early days education was considered a secondary necessity. If the parents of thepioneer boy had no work for him to do, he was sent to school, but on the other hand, if he wasneeded at home for anything at all, the school was neglected. Mr. Stearns was a typical pioneerboy. His limited schooling was received in the old-fashioned log school-house and under theinspiration of the ever present birch rod. But despite all these difficulties he has accumulatedknowledge enough to entitle him to be called a fairly educated man. The elder Stearns built asawmill on Salt Fork, and there Calvin worked until he left home, which was at the time of hismarriage-in 1843-taking for his wife Miss Priscilla Lee, a daughter of Henry Lee, and a sister toMrs. Alvin Stearns. The young couple began house-keeping in a small frame house on the oldhomestead, where his father gave him eighty acres of timber. Mrs. Stearns died June 10, 1850,leaving one daughter, Eveline. In 1853 Mr. Stearns took for his second wife Mary Rogers. Hethen purchased his present place and improved it by building a house and the necessaryoutbuildings, and planting trees. By his last union Mr. Stearns was the father of a daughter-MaryH., who married Francis Cronkhite, who lives two miles and a half northeast of Muncie, Ill.They have five children. Mr. Stearns' second wife died in October, 1859 and her mother livedwith him as housekeeper until his third marriage, which occurred in 1867 to Clarinda Cronkhite.By this marriage he is the father of two children-one boy and one girl, William C. and Lilley M.,both of whom are unmarried and live at home. Mr. Stearns cultivates eighty acres of fine prairie land and owns nineteen acres of timber. Hisfarm is a model one, though not extensive, and everything connected with it denotes thrift andintelligence. He has been a sufferer financially by reason of his good nature in indorsing a notefor a friend who betrayed his confidence, and while he has had a hard time to recover from theeffects of this swindle, he nevertheless is prospering. The office of School Director has beenheld by him, a position in which he has given satisfaction. Mr. Stearns is a member of theGerman Baptist Church and his wife also worships in the same faith. He is a member of HomerLodge of Masons, and politically is conservative, but always votes the Republican ticket at theNational elections, and in local affairs chooses those for the office whom he knows are goodmen, regardless of political affiliations."33

The known children of Calvin and Priscilla were:

18 F i. Eveline STEARNS15, 19, 20 was born on 27 Jun 1845 in Vermilion Co., Illinois15, 18, 20,

28, 50 and died after 1920.28

5. Hannah LEE19, 22 (William Henry 1) was born about 1824 in probably Clinton Co., Ohio15, 22 anddied in Aug 184922 about age 25.

Additional notes for Hannah LEE:

• Other sources say that Hannah was born about 1824 in Kentucky.22

• Other sources say she was born in Illinois.13



Tombstone of William J.Sadler

Hannah married William J. SADLER11, 18, 19, 51 on 23 Mar 1845 in VermilionCo., Illinois,19 son of William SADLER and Kiziah BROOKS. William wasborn about 1820 in Ohio,9, 18, 20, 51 died on 17 Jan 189551, 52 about age 75, andwas buried in Vermilion Co., Illinois (Bodkin Cemetery).51, 52

Marriage notes for William and Hannah: They were married by G. W.Riley.19

Additional notes for William J. SADLER:

• Other sources say that William was born about 1823 in Virginia.13

• Other sources placed William's place of birth as Virginia, Illinois, andScotland.13, 15, 16, 28, 37

• At the time of the 1850 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a wagonmaker in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois.9

• At the time of the 1860 U.S. Federal Census, William worked as a farmerin Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois.18

• At the time of the 1870 and 1880 U.S. Federal Censuses, William workedas a farmer in Oakwood Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois.20

The known children of William and Hannah were:

Tombstone of Alvin Sadler

M i. Alvin SADLER11, 12, 15, 18, 38, 51 was born on 21 Dec 1845in Illinois,9, 12, 15, 18, 20, 51, 52 died on 13 Jan 190438, 51, 52 at age 58, and was buried in Vermilion Co., Illinois (BodkinCemetery).51, 52

Additional notes for Alvin SADLER:

• His surname was also spelled Saddler.9, 20, 52

• The 1880 U.S. Federal Census for Oakwood Township,Vermilion Co., Illinois says that Alvin was born about 1840in Illinois.13

• William J. Sadler (his father) was appointed guardian for Alvin SADLER on 14Apr 1857.12 This appears to have something to do with an inheritance thatAlvin received from the estate of William Lee (Alvin Stearns administrator). Thisis the document I used to conclude that Alvin Sadler's mother, Hannah Lee, wasthe daughter of our William Henry Lee.

• At the time of the 1870 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a farm laborer inOakwood Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois.20

• The burial record from Pape Mortuary in Danville, Illinois says that Alvin wasburied in Fithian, Vermilion Co., Illinois.38


6. Mary LEE9, 19, 23 (William Henry 1) was born Cal 3 Jun 1824 in probably Clinton Co., Ohio,13, 16,

23 died on 9 Jul 184723 about age 23, and was buried in Old Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois (Old HomerCemetery).23



Additional notes for Mary LEE:

• Other sources placed Mary's place of birth as Illinois.15, 28, 37

• Her husband's biography in the Homer Press says that Mary died in 1848.53

Mary married Chauncey C. STEARNS9, 18, 53, 54, 55 on 9 Dec 1841 in Vermilion Co.,Illinois,19 son of Luther STEARNS and Mary (STEARNS). Chauncey was born on 4 May 1817 inClinton Co., Ohio,9, 13, 15, 18, 53, 54 died about 29 Mar 190854 about age 90, and was buried on 30Mar 1908 in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois (Homer G.A.R.).54, 55

Additional notes for Chauncey C. STEARNS:

• His surname was also spelled Sterns.35

• Other sources placed Chauncey's place of birth as Illinois, Kentucky, Virginia, and Scotland.13,

15, 28, 37

• The 1870 U.S. Federal Census for Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois says that Chauncey wasborn about 1820 in Ohio.20

• From Lothop's History of South Homer, Il. ... "M. P. Coffeen made the first wagon in the county, in 1837, in his leisure moments, whileengaged with his store; but the first wagon-shop here was by C. C. Stearns."56

• Chauncey lived in the Homer area most of his adult life, where he worked as a wagon maker.9,

13, 15, 18, 20

• At the time of his death about 30 Mar 1908, he resided in South Homer Township.,Champaign Co., Illinois.54

• His obituary in the Champaign Daily News of 31 Mar 1908 reads... "The funeral of the late Chauncey Stearns was held at 3 o'clock Monday afternoon at the homeof his son, Lee Stearns, at this place. The services were in charge of Rev. W. H. Stedman ofChampaign, and burial took place at the G.A.R. cemetery. The decedent had been confined to his home for the past two months and had been sick forseveral months previous. Two sons, Lee of Homer and Guy of Dennison, Tex., and one daughter,Mrs. Mary Freeman of Fairfield, Ia., survive. The decedent was one of the oldest settlers of Champaign county. When he came to Homer therewas only two houses between this place and Danville. The first buggy used in Homer and vicinitywas made by Mr. Stearns."55

The known children of Chauncey and Mary were:

M i. Levi B. STEARNS9, 11, 18, 57 was born about 1842 in Illinois9, 18 and died on 2 Jan1902 in Chicago, Cook Co., Illinois58, 59 about age 60.

Additional notes for Levi B. STEARNS:

• Other sources say Levi was born about 1848.59

• At the time of the 1860 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a laborer in ChampaignCo., Illinois.18



• Levi served in the 3rd Missouri U.S. Cavalry during the Civil War.57, 60, 61 Levi enlisted 10 Oct 1861 for 3 years. He appears to have been a prisoner of war fora short period of time in Nov 1862. The record says he was "paroled BeaverCreek" on 24 Nov 1862 (Beaver Creek was in Texas Co., Missouri). Levi wasmustered out on 26 Nov 1864.

• A biographical sketch of his father, Chauncey STEARNS, was printed in theHomer Press in 1876. It mentions a son who is living "in the Black Hills country".It has a handwritten note at the bottom which says... "Levi reportedly killed same year in Battle of the Little Big Horn (Custer's laststand). R. D. Wilson" I have no idea who R. D. Wilson is. Step-brother Lee STEARNS did marry aWILSON, but I don't know if there is any relationship. Levi is not listed on any of the Little Bighorn casualty lists I have found.53

• An article in the Champaign Daily Gazette of 31 Jan 1902 reads... "Identity Revealed After DeathA Man Who Was Formerly A Resident Of Homer. The Homer Enterprise: Levi Stearns, eldest son of Chauncey Stearns, who leftHomer in 1868 and had not been heard from since 1878, at which time he was onthe way to the Black Hills, died in Chicago, Jan 2, under an assumed name. Stearnswas married in 1898 in the name of C. L. Lee. He and his wife lived on a ranch nearDimmitt, Castro county, Texas, in 1896. During their stay there he became asubscriber to the "Enterprise," in the name of C. L. Lee and always manifested deepinterest, his wife says, in scanning its pages every week. He also spoke to his wifeoccasionally of a relative or two residing near Homer. Lee or Stearns and his wifemoved north and for a time lived at Terre Haute, Ind., later locating in Chicago. Thewidow knew nothing of her husband's past life and relatives, and after his death shedecided to write here for information, addressing her letter to the postmaster. Mr.Thomas set to work and by the aid of a few facts furnished him by the widow andthe item concerning Lee's interest in the Homer paper, was soon on the right trail. Afew days ago Postmaster Thomas and M. L. Hollis, while in Chicago, decided to callon Mrs. Lee and give her what information they could. From a photograph of theman shown them they feel positive it was Stearns. No one knows anything of hiscareer for many years after leaving Homer. It is said he changed his name onaccount of trouble he had while employed as steward on a Mississippi river boat. Allof our old residents remember Levi Stearns."58

Levi married Unknown (STEARNS)58 before 1902.58 Unknown died after 1902.58

19 F ii. Mary F. STEARNS9, 11, 13, 15, 16, 18, 19, 20, 28, 37, 62 was born on 4 Sep 1846 inVermilion Co., Illinois,9, 15, 16, 18, 20, 28, 37, 62, 63 died on 21 Oct 1933 in probablyJefferson Co., Iowa63 at age 87, and was buried in Fairfield, Jefferson Co., Iowa(Evergreen Cemetery).63

7. Miriam LEE19, 24 (William Henry 1) was born about 1829,7, 8, 24 died on 20 May 185024 about



age 21, and was buried in Catlin Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Mt. Vernon Cemetery).24

Miriam married Addison Hiram WILSON9, 19, 24, 31 on 11 Aug 1849 in Vermilion Co., Illinois.19 Addison was born about 1827 in Indiana,9 died on 18 Sep 1862 in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois31 about age 35, and was buried in Catlin Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Mt. Vernon Cemetery).24

Marriage notes for Addison and Miriam: They were married by George Custer, MG. Consentwas given by W. H. Lee.19

Additional notes for Addison Hiram WILSON:

• Other sources say that Addison was born about 1829 in Ross Co., Ohio.31

• Addison served in in Company C of the 25th Illinois Infantry during the Civil War.24 Heenlisted on 1 Jun 1861 in Homer for a period of 3 years. He was mustered in on 4 Aug 1861 inSt. Louis, Missouri. He served as a Private. He was described as 5'10", brown hair, blue eyes,fair complected. He was listed as "single" and his occupation was listed as "drover".

• At the time of the 1850 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a laborer in Vermilion Co., Illinois.9

The known children of Addison and Miriam were:

M i. William WILSON9, 18 was born about 1850 in Illinois9, 18 and died after 1860.18

Additional notes for William WILSON:

• I believe the William WILSON living in Georgetown, Vermilion Co., Illinois in1860 is the son of Miriam LEE. The Esabella and Sarah WILSONs he is living withappear to be his father's sisters. However, I find no mention of William WILSON in the estate settlement ofWilliam Henry LEE, leaving me to wonder if William WILSON hadn't died by1855.

8. William Henry LEE9, 11, 13, 15, 16, 18, 25, 26, 27, 28 (William Henry 1) was born on 8 Jul 1833 inVermilion Co., Illinois,9, 13, 15, 16, 18, 25, 28, 29, 30 died on 15 Jun 1925 in Louisburg, Miami Co., Kansas25, 29,

30 at age 91, and was buried on 17 Jun 1925 in Gravity, Taylor Co., Iowa (Ladoga Cemetery).25, 30

Additional notes for William Henry LEE:

• Other sources placed William's place of birth as Iowa, Ohio, and Tennessee.15, 16, 37

• The Iowa State Census of 1885 says that William was born about 1826 in Illinois.27

• At the time of the 1860 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a farmer in Vance Township,Vermilion Co., Illinois.18

• At the time of the 1885 U.S. Federal Census, William lived in Washington Township, TaylorCo., Iowa.27

• At the time of the 1900 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a farmer in Brazoria Co., Texas.15

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, William worked as a farmer in Middle CreekTownship, Miami Co., Kansas.16

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, he lived in Middle Creek Township, Miami Co.,Kansas.28

• His obituary in the Miami Republican of 19 Jun 1925 reads...



"William Lee died at the home of his son, 0. A. Lee, of near Louisburg, Monday, June 15,after a two days' illness. He took sick Saturday morning and died on Monday. He had beenmaking his home with his children. William Lee was born in Illinois in 1833. He moved fromIllinois to Iowa and lived there 20 years. He then came to Kansas and made his home nearPaola. He is survived by three daughters: Mrs. J. G. Moore, Washington, Mrs. R. M. Scales,San Antonio, Tex., Mrs. C. T. Millis, Dallas, Tex., and four sons, Raleigh Lee, Iowa, O. A. Lee,of Louisburg, and Levi and Carey Lee; who live southeast of Paola. The body was taken toBedford, Ia., for burial."29

• William was the last living child of William Henry Lee.

William married Elizabeth Mary DICK13, 15, 16, 18, 25, 26, 27, 64 on 28 Dec 1856 in Pulaski Co.,Indiana.26 Elizabeth was born on 15 Nov 1838 in Shelby Co., Indiana,13, 15, 16, 18, 25, 27, 30 diedon 5 May 1914 in Middle Creek Township, Miami Co., Kansas29, 30 at age 75, and was buried on 7May 1914 in Gravity, Taylor Co., Iowa (Ladoga Cemetery).25, 29, 30

Additional notes for Elizabeth Mary DICK:

• Other sources placed Elizabeth's place of birth as Iowa and Illinois.15, 28

• Her obituary in the Miami Republican of 8 May 1914 reads... "Mrs. Elizabeth Lee, wife of W. H. Lee, died Tuesday, May 5, at their home on their farm inMiddle Creek twp. Her death was the result of apoplexy. She was 76 years of age and was anative of Iowa, coming to this county from Texas about seven years ago with her husband andfamily. She is survived by her husband, four daughters and four sons. One daughter resides inBates co., Mo., one in Oklahoma and two in Texas, one son at Gravity, Iowa, two at thehomestead and one near Louisburg. The remains were taken Thursday morning to her formerhome at Gravity, Iowa for burial."29

The known children of William and Elizabeth were:

M i. Ira J. LEE18, 25, 30 was born on 31 Oct 1857 in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois,18, 25,

30 died on 14 Jun 188625, 30 at age 28, and was buried in Gravity, Taylor Co., Iowa(Ladoga Cemetery).30

20 F ii. Eunice LEE15, 16, 18, 25, 28, 37 was born on 26 Jul 1859 in Homer, Champaign Co.,Illinois,13, 15, 16, 18, 25, 28, 37 died on 15 Oct 1935 in Garber, Garfield Co., Oklahoma25 atage 76, and was buried on 19 Oct 1935 in Louisburg, Miami Co., Kansas.25

F iii. Jennie LEE25 was born on 16 Jul 1861 in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois13, 25 anddied after 1880.13

Additional notes for Jennie LEE:

• The Ancestral File says she died in 1880. But the 1900 census for her motherindicates that she is still alive (10 children, 8 living). So I am going to work underthe assumption that the 1880 date given for her death in the Ancestral File is just anindication that she was last seen in 1880.

M iv. Levi LEE13, 16, 25, 28, 29, 65 was born on 30 Apr 1863 in Homer, Champaign Co.,Illinois,13, 16, 25, 28, 65 died on 21 May 192925, 65 at age 66, and was buried in Louisburg,Miami Co., Kansas (Louisburg Cemetery).65



Additional notes for Levi LEE:

• The 1900 U.S. Federal Census for Brazoria Co., Texas says that Levi was born inApr 1864 in Illinois.15

• At the time of the 1910 and 1920 U.S. Federal Censuses, Levi worked as a farmerin Middle Creek Township, Miami Co., Kansas.16, 28


F v. Dora LEE25 was born on 10 Dec 1865 in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois25 and diedon 7 Sep 1866.25


M vi. Riley LEE13, 15, 16, 25, 27, 28, 37, 66 was born on 20 Jul 1867 in Homer, Champaign Co.,Illinois,13, 15, 16, 25, 27, 28, 30, 37, 66 died in 195230 at age 85, and was buried in Gravity,Taylor Co., Iowa (Ladoga Cemetery).30

Additional notes for Riley LEE:

• At the time of the 1895 Iowa State Census, Riley lived in Washington Township,Taylor Co., Iowa.66

• At the time of the 1900, 1910, and 1920 U.S. Federal Censuses, Riley worked as afarmer in Washington Township, Taylor Co., Iowa.15, 16, 28

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Riley lived at 604 PennsylvaniaAvenue in Bedford, Taylor Co., Iowa.37 He worked as a produce buyer.

Riley married Nellie (LEE)15, 16, 28, 30, 37, 66 about 1894.15, 16, 28, 30, 37 Nelliewas born in Sep 1871 in Henry Co., Iowa,15, 28, 66 died in 195030 at age 79, and wasburied in Gravity, Taylor Co., Iowa (Ladoga Cemetery).30 They had no children.

Additional notes for Nellie (LEE):

• Her tombstone inscription says that Nellie was born in 1872.30

• The 1910 U.S. Federal Census for Taylor Co., Iowa says that she was born about1873 in Iowa.16

• The 1930 U.S. Federal Census for Taylor Co., Iowa says that Nellie was born about1874 in Iowa.37

M vii. Carey LEE15, 25, 28, 65 was born in May 1869 in Illinois,13, 15, 27, 28, 65 died in195865 at age 89, and was buried in Louisburg, Miami Co., Kansas (LouisburgCemetery).65

Additional notes for Carey LEE:

• The ancestral file says that Carey was born on 28 May 1869 in Missouri.25

• The 1910 U.S. Federal Census for Middle Creek Township, Miami Co., Kansassays that he was born about 1871 in Illinois.16

• At the time of the 1900 U.S. Federal Census, Carey worked as a day laborer inGalveston, Galveston Co., Texas.15

• At the time of the 1910 and 1920 U.S. Federal Censuses, Carey worked as a farmerin Middle Creek Township, Miami Co., Kansas.16, 28




21 M viii. Oda A. LEE13, 15, 16, 37, 65 was born on 28 Oct 1871 in Pleasanton, Decatur Co.,Iowa,13, 15, 25, 27, 28, 37, 65 died on 8 Jan 195765 at age 85, and was buried in Louisburg,Miami Co., Kansas (Louisburg Cemetery).65

22 F ix. Iva LEE13, 15, 16, 27, 37, 67 was born on 20 Nov 1874 in Gravity, Taylor Co., Iowa,13,

15, 16, 25, 27, 37, 67 died on 16 May 1957 in Bryan, Texas67 at age 82, and was buried on 18May 1957 in San Antonio, Bexar Co., Texas (Sunset Memorial Park).67

23 F x. Essie A. LEE15, 16, 27, 28, 37, 64, 68, 69 was born on 2 Jul 1877 in Gravity, TaylorCo., Iowa,13, 16, 25, 27, 28, 37, 64, 68 died on 26 Jan 1973 in San Antonio, Bexar Co.,Texas (Woodlawn Hills Nursing Home)64, 68, 69 at age 95, and was buried on 27 Jan1973 in Bexar Co., Texas (North Mission Burial Park).64

Tombstone of RebeccaJane Longstreth

9. Rebecca Jane LEE9, 10 (William Henry 1) was born Cal 18 Mar 1836 inIllinois,9, 10 died on 29 Jan 1856 in Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois10 about age 19, and was buried in Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois (DavisCemetery).10

Additional notes for Rebecca Jane LEE:

• Other sources say that Rebecca was born on 1 Jan 1836 in VanceTownship, Vermilion Co., Illinois.1

Rebecca married Benjamin LONGSTRETH11, 13, 18, 19, 20, 38 on 19 Jan 1853in Vermilion Co., Illinois.19 Benjamin was born in 1822 in Ohio,13, 18, 20, 38,

70 died on 5 Apr 189970 at age 77, and was buried in Oakwood, Vermilion Co.,Illinois (Oakwood Cemetery).38, 70

Marriage notes for Benjamin and Rebecca: They were married by GeorgeCuster, M.G.M.E.C.19

Additional notes for Benjamin LONGSTRETH:

• Benjamin spent most of his life farming in Vermilion Co., Illinois.13, 18, 20

The known children of Benjamin and Rebecca were:

M i. William H. LONGSTRETH11, 18, 20, 71, 72 was born in 1854 in Illinois,18, 20, 71,

72 died in 187671, 72 at age 22, and was buried in Muncie, Vermilion Co., Illinois(Stearns Cemetery).71

Additional notes for William H. LONGSTRETH:

• At the time of the 1870 U.S. Federal Census, William worked as a farm laborer inVermilion Co., Illinois.20


M ii. Unknown LONGSTRETH72 was born after 185472 and died before 1860.72




Tombstones of Aaron Lee

10. Aaron LEE9, 11, 14, 18, 19, 20 (William Henry 1) was born on 24 Jan1838 in Vermilion Co., Illinois,9, 14, 18, 20, 31 died on 4 Jun 1880 in VanceTownship, Vermilion Co., Illinois10 at age 42, and was buried in Vance Township,Vermilion Co., Illinois (Davis Cemetery).10

Additional notes for Aaron LEE:

• The 1910 U.S. Federal Census for Vance Township, Vermilion Co.,Illinois says that Aaron was born in Indiana.16

• Aaron served in the 71st Illinois Infantry Regiment during the CivilWar.10, 31, 73 Residence: Homer, IllinoisService Record: Enlisted as a Private on 19 July 1862 Enlisted in Company C, 71st InfantryRegiment Illinois on 22 July 1862 Mustered out on 29 October 1862 in Chicago, IL He enlisted on 19 Jul 1862 in Homer for a period of 3 months. He was mustered in on 22 Jul1862 in Chicago, Illinois. He served as a Private. He was described as 5'5 1/2", brown hair,hazel eyes, dark complected. He was listed as "single" and his occupation was listed as"farmer". He appears to have enlisted with his nephew, Lawson Stearns.


• The 1880 U.S. Federal Census Mortality Schedule for Vermilion Co., Illinois says that Aarondied on 14 Jun 1880 in Fithian, Vermilion Co., Illinois.14 He was a farmer.

Tombstone of Mary A. Lee

Aaron married Mary A. McCOY10, 35 on 6 Apr 1859 in Vermilion Co.,Illinois.35 Mary was born Cal 21 Dec 1841 in Ohio,10 died on 12 May186210 about age 20, and was buried in Vance Township, Vermilion Co.,Illinois (Davis Cemetery).10 They had no children.

Tombstone of Margaret AnnLee

Aaron next married Margaret Ann HICKMAN10, 13, 15, 16, 19, 20, 55, 74 on12 Jul 1863 in Vermilion Co., Illinois.19 Margaret was born in Jan 1843 inVermilion Co., Illinois,10, 13, 15, 16, 55, 74 died on 18 Jun 1914 in Champaign,Champaign Co., Illinois10, 55 at age 71, and was buried on 20 Jun 1914 in VanceTownship, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Davis Cemetery).10, 55

Marriage notes for Aaron and Margaret: They were married by G.A. FoxJ.P.19

Additional notes for Margaret Ann HICKMAN:

• The 1870 U.S. Federal Census for Vermilion Co., Illinois says thatMargaret was born about 1845 in Illinois.20



• Various U.S. Censuses say that Margaret was born in either Indiana or Missouri.16, 28

• At the time of the 1900 U.S. Federal Census, she lived at 806 West Thomas Ave. inChampaign, Champaign Co., Illinois.15

• The 1900 U.S. Federal Census for Champaign, Champaign Co., Illinois says that Margaret hada total of 9 children, 8 of whom were still living. I cannot account for a ninth child.15

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, Margaret lived at 311 South ??? St. inChampaign, Champaign Co., Illinois.16

• Her obituary in the Champaign Daily Times of 21 Jun 1914 reads... "Mrs. Margaret Ann Lee died at her home, 313 South Prairie street, at 10 o'clock this morning,having been in failing health since suffering a stroke of paralysis last January. Mrs. Lee was born in Vermilion county in 1843. She came to Champaign sixteen years ago. Herson, W. E. Lee, and his two children, also her daughter, Miss Iva Lee, resided with her. Her husband, Aaron Lee, and her daughter Nettie had previously been called away. Besides thechildren, with whom she resided, she is survived by one son and four daughters, as follows: RoyA. Lee, Homer; Mrs. Florence Egy, Urbana; Mrs. J. R. Rutan, Fithian; Mrs. J. B. Salladay,Danville; Mrs. P. L. McPheeters, Champaign; and by fourteen grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; also by three half-brothers, L. E. Booker of California, J. W. Booker of Texas,and George Booker of Chrisman, and one half-sister, Miss Lucy H. Booker, a missionary inlndia. Short services will be conducted at the home at 10 o'clock Saturday morning by Rev. C. R.Adams of the First Presbyterian church. The funeral will take place from the Presbyterianchurch in Homer at 2 o'clock Saturday afternoon, and interment will be at Davis cemetery, fivemiles east of Homer."74

The known children of Aaron and Margaret were:

24 F i. Florence E. LEE13, 15, 19, 20, 28, 38, 39 was born on 6 Apr 1864 east of Homer,Champaign Co., Illinois,13, 15, 16, 19, 20, 28, 37, 38, 39 died on 7 Aug 1949 inKansas City, Jackson Co., Missouri39 at age 85, and was buried on 10 Aug 1949 inFairmount, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Fairmount Cemetery).39

25 M ii. Willard Edwin LEE13, 15, 16, 20, 28, 39, 75 was born on 5 May 1866 near Homer,Champaign Co., Illinois,13, 15, 16, 20, 28, 39 died on 5 Aug 1922 in Champaign,Champaign Co., Illinois39, 40 at age 56, and was buried in La Plata Township, MaconCo., Missouri.39



Tombstone of Laura J. Lee

F iii. Laura J. "Nettie" LEE10, 13 was born Cal Mar 1868 inIllinois,10, 13, 20 died in Sep 188910 about age 21, and wasburied in Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois (DavisCemetery).10


26 F iv. Cora I. LEE13, 15, 16, 20, 28, 37, 38, 39 was born on 19Jan 1870 in Illinois,10, 13, 15, 16, 19, 20, 28, 37, 38 died on 26Feb 1950 in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois10, 38, 39, 40 atage 80, and was buried on 1 Mar 1950 in Vance Township,Vermilion Co., Illinois (Davis Cemetery).10, 38, 39

Tombstone of Iva J. Lee

F v. Iva J. LEE10, 13, 15, 16, 28, 37, 39, 40 was born in Jan1872 in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois,10, 13, 15, 28, 37, 39 died on 9 Mar 1931 in Champaign, Champaign Co., Illinois10,

39, 40 at age 59, and was buried on 11 Mar 1931 in VanceTownship, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Davis Cemetery).10, 39

Additional notes for Iva J. LEE:

• The 1910 U.S. Federal Census for Champaign, Champaign Co., Illinois says thatIva was born about 1874 in Illinois.16

• At the time of the 1900 U.S. Federal Census, she worked as a seamstress inChampaign, Champaign Co., Illinois.15

• At the time of her brother's death on 5 Aug 1922, Iva resided in Champaign,Champaign Co., Illinois.39

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, she worked as a seamstress inChampaign, Champaign Co., Illinois.37

• Her obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 10 Mar 1931 reads... "Miss Iva Lee, 313 South Prairie Street, for about 25 years a resident of thiscommunity, died at 8:20 o'clock Monday evening in her home. Death resulted fromcomplications. She was born in Homer and spent her early girlhood there coming here in about1906. She was a dressmaker. Miss Lee was a member of the First PresbyterianChurch and was active in the Sunday School, the Missionary Society and theWoman's Society of the church. Those surviving are one brother, Roy Lee, Homer; three sisters, Mrs. J. H. Rutan,Homer; Mrs. Florence Egy, Champaign; Mrs. J. B. Salladay, Danville, and twonieces, Edna Lee, and Mrs. Ethel Seibert, both of Champaign. Funeral services willbe held at 2 o'clock Wednesday afternoon from the Mittendorf Funeral Chapel. Rev.Clippenger of Decatur will officiate. Burial will be in Davis Cemetery atHomer."39




M vi. Roy Aaron LEE13, 15, 16, 28, 37, 38, 39, 76 was born on 7 Jul 1874 in Homer, ChampaignCo., Illinois,13, 15, 16, 28, 37, 38 died on 13 Jul 1960 in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois38,

39 at age 86, and was buried on 16 Jul 1960 in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois (HomerG.A.R.).38, 39

Additional notes for Roy Aaron LEE:

• Other sources say Roy was born on 17 Jul 1874.39, 76

• Roy registered for the WWI draft on 12 Sep 1918 in Hoopeston, Vermilion Co.,Illinois.76

• He worked as a farmer near Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois.16, 28, 37

• At the time of his brother's death on 5 Aug 1922, Roy resided in Homer,Champaign Co., Illinois.39

• At the time of his sister's death on 9 Mar 1931, he resided in Homer, ChampaignCo., Illinois.39

• At the time of his sister's death on 7 Aug 1949, Roy resided in Homer, ChampaignCo., Illinois.39

• His obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 14 Jul 1960 reads... "Roy A. Lee, 85, Homer, a retired farmer, died at 7:15 p.m. Wednesday (July 13,1960) at his home after a long illness. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Morehouse Funeral Home, Homer.Rev. Edward Black, pastor of the Homer Presbyterian Church, officiating. Burialwill be at GAR Cemetery Homer. Friends may call at the funeral home from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday. Mr. Lee was born on a farm northeast of Homer July 17, 1874, son of Aaron andMargaret Hickman Lee. He was married at Homer Nov. 25, 1896 to Retta Strong,who survives. The couple farmed on the Lee homestead northeast of Homer, for 30 years on afarm east of Homer, and then for 11 years on a farm south of Homer. They retiredin 1946 and moved to Homer. He was a member of the Homer Masonic Lodge, the Homer Odd Fellow Lodge anda charter member of the Homer Owl Club."39

Roy married Retta STRONG16, 28, 38, 39 on 25 Nov 1896 in Homer, ChampaignCo., Illinois.19 Retta was born on 11 Aug 1878 near Ogden, Champaign Co.,Illinois,28, 37, 38, 39 died on 11 Apr 1961 in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois39 atage 82, and was buried on 13 Apr 1961 in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois (HomerG.A.R.).38, 39 They had no children.

Marriage notes for Roy and Retta: They were married by S. S. Jones M.G.19



Additional notes for Retta STRONG:

• Other sources say that Retta was born about 1876 in Illinois.15, 16

• The funeral home record from Pape Mortuary in Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinoissays that Retta died on 10 Apr 1961.38

• Her obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 11 Apr 1961 reads... "Mrs. Retta Lee, 82, died at 12:05 a.m. Tuesday (April 11, 1961) at her home, aftersuffering a cerebral hemorrhage. The body was taken to the Morehouse Funeral Home, where services will beconducted at 2 p.m. Thursday, Rev. Edward A. Black, Presbyterian minister, willofficiate, and interment will be in the Homer GAR Cemetery. Mrs. Lee was born Aug. 11, 1878 on a farm near Ogden, daughter of William Henryand Minerva Brennan Strong. Her marriage to Roy Lee took place Nov. 25, 1895.They farmed in the Homer community until they retired and moved into town 15years ago. Mr. Lee died July 13, 1960. Mrs. Lee leaves four brothers, Roy Strong, Fort Meade, Fla.; Ralph Strong, NewportRichey, Fla.; Earl Strong, Jackson, Mich., and Glen Strong, Sidell; and one sister,Mrs. Iva Brissenden, Homer. Mrs. Lee was a member of the Homer Presbyterian Church and was a past presidentof the Homer Woman's Club. She was also a member of the Order of the Eastern Starat Homer, and the Homer Rebekah Lodge."39

27 F vii. Amy Frances LEE13, 15, 16, 19, 28, 37, 39 was born on 5 Aug 1876 near Homer,Champaign Co., Illinois,13, 15, 16, 28, 37, 39 died on 16 Sep 1947 in St. Petersburg,Pinellas Co., Florida39 at age 71, and was buried in St. Petersburg, Pinellas Co.,Florida.39

F viii. Kitty Grace "Grace" LEE13, 15, 16, 28, 37, 40, 77, 78 was born on 30 Aug 1878 inIllinois,13, 15, 77 died on 5 Apr 1930 in Wheaton, DuPage Co., Illinois40, 77 at age51, and was buried on 7 Apr 1930 in Urbana Township, Champaign Co., Illinois(Woodlawn Cemetery).36, 77

Additional notes for Kitty Grace "Grace" LEE:

• Other sources say that Grace was born in 1880, 1884, and 1893.16, 28, 37

• At the time of her brother's death on 5 Aug 1922, Grace resided in Champaign,Champaign Co., Illinois.39

• Other sources say Grace died on 5 May 1930.78

Grace married Perry Lawrence McPHEETERS16, 28, 37, 39, 76, 78 on 2 Dec1908.16, 28, 40, 77, 78 Perry was born on 13 Nov 1883 in Lavonia, Indiana,39 died on 10 Feb 1962 in Elmhurst, DuPage Co., Illinois (Elmhurst Hospital)39 at age78, and was buried on 13 Feb 1962 in Urbana Township, Champaign Co., Illinois(Woodlawn Cemetery).39



Additional notes for Perry Lawrence McPHEETERS:

• Other sources say that Perry was born on 13 Dec 1884 or 13 Nov 1884. While stillothers place his birth in 1885 or 1891. One source says he was born in Illinois.16, 28,

37, 76, 78

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, Perry worked as a bank teller inChampaign, Champaign Co., Illinois.16

• Perry registered for the WWI draft on 12 Sep 1918 in Champaign, Champaign Co.,Illinois.76

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, he lived at 915 ?. Hill in Champaign,Champaign Co., Illinois.28 He worked as a bank cashier.

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Perry lived at 1007 N. West St. inWheaton, DuPage Co., Illinois.37 He worked as a bank cashier.

• His obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette reads... "P. L. McPheeters, 78, Wheaton, former Champaign resident and cashier of theChampaign National Bank for several years prior to 1926, died at 9 a.m. Saturday(Feb. 10, 1962) in Elmhurst Hospital, Elmhurst. Services will be conducted Tuesday morning in Wheaton, after which the body willbe brought to Champaign for burial in Woodlawn Cemetery. Rev. Malcolm Nygren,pastor of First Presbyterian Church, will officiate at the committal rites at 3 p.m.Tuesday. Mr. McPheeters was president of the Wheaton National Bank, Wheaton, until heretired last fall. He was born Nov. 13, 1883 in Lavonia, lnd., son of Mr. and Mrs.Nathan K. McPheeters. His first wife, the former Grace Lee, died in 1928. He wasmarried in 1935 to Grace Bombard Macy of Harvard. She preceded him in death inJanuary 1957. Mr. McPheeters leaves two brothers, Ralph McPheeters, Chicago and GeorgeMcPheeters, Hartman, Ark., and a sister, Mrs. Louise White, 308 N. Prairie. He waspreceded in death by a brother, O. K. McPheeters, Champaign, and a sister, Mrs. S.A. Trinkle of Savoy and Champaign."39



Third Generation (Grandchildren)

11. Lawson STEARNS9, 13, 18, 35 (Elizabeth LEE 2, William Henry 1) was born on 18 Mar1839 in Vermilion Co., Illinois,9, 13, 18, 31 died in 189336 at age 54, and was buried in Vance Township,Vermilion Co., Illinois (Davis Cemetery).10

Additional notes for Lawson STEARNS:

• His surname was also spelled Sterns.20, 31

• Other sources say that Lawson was born about 1845 in Illinois.20

• Other sources say he was born in Ohio.15, 37

• Lawson served in the 71st Illinois Infantry Regiment during the Civil War.31 He enlisted on19 Jul 1862 in Homer for a period of 3 months. He was mustered in on 22 Jul 1862 in Chicago,Illinois. He served as a private. He was described as 5'5", sandy hair, gray eyes, faircomplected. He was listed as "single" and his occupation was listed as "farmer". He appears to have enlisted with his uncle, Aaron LEE.

• At the time of the 1870 U.S. Federal Census, Lawson worked as a painter in Salisbury,Chariton Co., Missouri.20

Lawson married Isabel Amanda "Mandy" IZARD20, 35 on 2 Dec 1862 in Vermilion Co., Illinois.35 Mandy was born about 1841 in Ohio13 and died after 1880.13

Additional notes for Isabel Amanda "Mandy" IZARD:

• Other sources say that Mandy was born about 1844 in Illinois.20

The known children of Lawson and Mandy were:

28 F i. Rena STEARNS15, 19, 28, 37, 39 was born on 21 Sep 1867 in Homer, ChampaignCo., Illinois,13, 15, 16, 19, 20, 28, 37, 39 died on 22 Feb 1956 in Indianapolis, MarionCo., Indiana39 at age 88, and was buried on 26 Feb 1956 in Homer, Champaign Co.,Illinois (Homer G.A.R.).39

29 F ii. Blanche STEARNS13, 15, 19, 37 was born in Dec 1869 in Salisbury, Chariton Co.,Missouri13, 15, 19, 20 and died between 1930 and 1956.37, 39

Tombstone of George andLottie Lusk

F iii. Lottie STEARNS10, 16, 28, 37, 38 was born on 12 Feb 1872 inIllinois,10, 13 died on 20 Nov 196210, 38 at age 90, and wasburied in Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois (DavisCemetery).10, 38

Additional notes for Lottie STEARNS:

• Other sources say that Lottie was born on 12 Feb 1873 inHomer, Champaign Co., Illinois.38

• Other sources say that she was born about 1876 in Illinois.16

• Other sources say that Lottie was born about 1878 in Illinois.28


• At the time of her sister's death on 22 Feb 1956, Lottie resided in Champaign,



Champaign Co., Illinois.39

Lottie married George B. LUSK10, 16, 28, 37, 38, 39 on 12 Oct 1904 in Champaign,Champaign Co., Illinois.10, 16, 28, 37, 38, 39 George was born about 1877 inIndiana,16, 28, 37 died on 16 Sep 1962 in Champaign Co., Illinois (Manor NursingHome)38, 39 about age 85, and was buried on 19 Sep 1962 in Vance Township,Vermilion Co., Illinois (Davis Cemetery).10, 38, 39 They had no children.

Additional notes for George B. LUSK:

• The funeral home record from Pape Mortuary in Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinoissays that George was born on 31 May 1877 in Louisiana.38

• His obituary says that he was born on 31 May 1877 in Louisiana.39

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, George lived at 10?9 West ParkAvenue in Champaign, Champaign Co., Illinois.16 He worked as a buildingconstructor.

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, he lived at 1206 West Park inChampaign, Champaign Co., Illinois.28 He worked as a general contractor.

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, George lived at 1217 ??? inChampaign, Champaign Co., Illinois.37 He worked as a general contractor.

• His obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 18 Sep 1962 reads... "Funeral services for George Lusk, 85, 1217 W. Church, who died at 2:30 Sundayin the Manor Nursing Home, will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Carrington FuneralHome, Fairmount. Malcolm E. Nygren, pastor of Champaign First Presbyterian Church, will officiate.Burial will be in Davis Cemetery, Fairmount. Friends may call from 2-3 and 7-9 p.m.Tuesday at the funeral home. Mr. Lusk, a retired contractor and cabinet maker, was born May 31, 1877 inLouisiana, son of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Lusk. He married the former Lottie StearnsOct. 12, 1904 in Champaign. He is survived by his widow and one niece, Mrs. Ray Hall, Indianapolis, lnd."39

U iv. Unknown STEARNS74 was born about 1877,74 died on 24 Aug 187974 about age 2, and was buried on 24 Aug 1879 in Old Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois(Old Homer Cemetery).74

Additional notes for Unknown STEARNS:

• The obituary in the Champaign Daily Times of 30 Aug 1879 reads... "A two-year-old child of Lasson Stearns died on last Sunday morning and wasburied on Sunday afternoon at the old Homer cemetery."74




Tombstone of Rocella JaneCraig

12. Rosella Jane STEARNS18, 19, 20 (Elizabeth LEE 2, William Henry

1) was born on 28 Jun 1851 in Fairmount, Vermilion Co., Illinois,10, 13, 15, 16, 18,

19, 20, 28, 37, 38, 39 died on 26 Oct 1940 in Vance Township, Vermilion Co.,Illinois10, 38, 39, 40 at age 89, and was buried on 28 Oct 1940 in Vance Township,Vermilion Co., Illinois (Davis Cemetery).10, 38, 39

Additional notes for Rosella Jane STEARNS:

• Her surname was also spelled Sterns.39

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, Rosella worked as a farmer in Vance Township,Vermilion Co., Illinois.28

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, she lived in Vance Township, Vermilion Co.,Illinois.37

• At the time of her son's death on 22 Sep 1934, Rosella resided in Vance Township, VermilionCo., Illinois.39

• Her obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 27 Oct 1940 reads... "Mrs. Rocella Craig, 89, died at 6:45 p.m. Saturday at her home east of Homer ofcomplications due to old age. She had been ill three weeks, seriously so for the past two. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at the residence, with Reverend George A. Reinhardt,Piper City, former Homer Presbyterian minister, officiating. Burial will be in Davis cemetery,east of Homer, with Clarrington funeral service, Fairmount, in charge. Mrs. Craig was born June 28, 1851, in the house in which she died, the daughter of Mr. andMrs. Alvin Stearns. She was married to Thomas V. Craig Jan. 23, 1878. He died in 1922. Surviving are seven of their children, Mrs. Charles Carter and Mrs. O. P. Dickson, both ofHomer; Mrs. Clarence Kizer, Fairmount; Thomas Craig, South Bend, lnd.; Dale Craig, Atlanta,Ga.; Scott Craig and Grover Craig, both at home, and several grandchildren."39

Tombstone of Thos. B.Craig

Rosella married Thomas Benton CRAIG10, 13, 15, 16, 19, 28, 39, 40 on 31Jan 1875 in Vermilion Co., Illinois.19 Thomas was born in Aug 1844 inOhio,13, 15, 16, 28 died on 26 Dec 1920 in Fairmount, Vermilion Co.,Illinois10, 40 at age 76, and was buried on 26 Dec 1920 in Vance Township,Vermilion Co., Illinois (Davis Cemetery).10, 39

Marriage notes for Thomas and Rosella: Their marriage was certified byAlexander Cummings.19

Additional notes for Thomas and Rosella:

• Other sources39 say they were married on 23 Jan 1878.

Additional notes for Thomas Benton CRAIG:

• Other sources say Thomas was born about 1847.19

• Other sources say he was born in 1845.10, 79

• Other sources say Thomas was born in Illinois.37

• At the time of the 1900 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a farmer in Vance Township,



Vermilion Co., Illinois.15

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, Thomas worked as a farmer in Vance Township,Vermilion Co., Illinois.16

• His obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 30 Dec 1920 reads... "The funeral of Thomas Craig was held at the family home four miles east of town Tuesdayafternoon at 2 o'clock. Rev. Mr. Burris, pastor of the Presbyterian church had charge of theservices. Burial was made in the Davis cemetery. The deceased was the father of Dale Craig,cashier of the First National bank here."39

The known children of Thomas and Rosella were:

30 M i. Dale CRAIG13, 15, 16, 28, 38, 76 was born on 4 Sep 1879 in Fairmount, Vermilion Co.,Illinois,13, 16, 28, 38 died on 17 Aug 195638 at age 76, and was buried in Atlanta, FultonCo., Georgia.38

M ii. Scott CRAIG16, 28, 37, 38, 39 was born on 15 Jun 1880 in Illinois,15, 16, 28, 37,

38, 39, 76 died on 14 Nov 1976 in Savoy, Champaign Co., Illinois (ChampaignConvalescent Home)38, 39 at age 96, and was buried on 17 Nov 1976 in Homer,Champaign Co., Illinois (Homer G.A.R.).38, 39

Additional notes for Scott CRAIG:

• Scott registered for the WWI draft on 12 Sep 1918 in Hoopeston, Vermilion Co.,Illinois.76

• Scott spent most of his life residing in Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois.15,

16, 28, 37, 39 He worked as a farmer.

• At the time of his brother's death on 29 Jul 1974, Scott resided in Homer,Champaign Co., Illinois.39

• His obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 16 Nov 1976 reads... "Scott Craig, 96, of Homer, died at 10:15 p.m. Sunday (Nov. 14) at the ChampaignConvalescent Home. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Homer United MethodistChurch with the Rev. Harry Deffley officiating. Burial will be in GAR Cemetery,Homer. Visitation will be from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the Kirby Funeral Home, Homer . Mr. Craig was born June 15, 1880, a son of Thomas and Rosella Jane Sterns Craig.He married Edna Dickson Carter Nov. 30, 1940 in Henderson, Ky., who died Sept.12, 1971. Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Milton (Betty) Bell of Mahomet and Mrs.Raymond (Mary Jane) Wienke of Kingman, Ariz.; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; three sisters, Mrs. Alta Kizer of Fairmount, Mrs. Charles (Mable)Carter of Homer and Miss Maude Dickson of Champaign.



He was preceded in death by four brothers . Mr. Craig was a member of the Homer United Methodist Church, a 50 year memberof the Homer Masonic Lodge 199 and the Order of the Eastern Star . Memorials may be made to the Homer United Methodist Church."39

Scott married Edna DICKSON38, 39 on 30 Nov 1940 in Henderson, HendersonCo., Kentucky.38, 39 Edna was born on 6 Nov 1890 in Jamaica Township, VermilionCo., Illinois,38, 39 died on 12 Sep 1971 near Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois38, 39 at age 80, and was buried on 15 Sep 1971 in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois (HomerG.A.R.).38, 39 They had no children.

Additional notes for Edna DICKSON:

• Her obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 13 Sep 1971 reads... "Mrs. Edna Craig, 80 of Rural Homer, died at 10:45 a.m. Sunday (Sept. 12, 1971)at Burnham City Hospital after a long illness. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Homer United MethodistChurch, with Rev. Harold Flessner and Rev. William Edmonds officiating. Burialwill be in GAR Cemetery, Homer. Visitation will be after 4 p.m. Tuesday atCarrington Funeral Home in Fairmount. Mrs. Craig was born Nov. 6, 1890 at Jamaica, a daughter of Simon and Cora HiltonDickson. She married Walter Carter Jan. 18, 1911 at Jamaica. He died Jan. 15,1936. She married Scott Craig Nov. 30, 1940 at Henderson, Ky. He survives. Also surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Raymond (Mary Jane) Wienke, of Kingman,Ariz., and Mrs. Milton (Betty) Bell, of Mahomet; five grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Mrs. Clarence Baird, and Mrs. Grace Tyler, both ofDanville. Mrs. Craig was preceded in death by a son, Ray, in 1936, and by a brother. She was a member of the Homer United Methodist Church and the Philathea Classof that church; the Womens' Society of Christian Service; and a 50 year member ofthe Homer Order of the Eastern Star."39

Tombstone of Claud Craig

M iii. Claude CRAIG28, 37, 39, 40 was born on 18 Apr 1882 inIllinois,10, 15, 16, 28, 37, 76 died on 22 Sep 1934 in VanceTownship, Vermilion Co., Illinois10, 39, 40 at age 52, andwas buried on 24 Sep 1934 in Vance Township, Vermilion Co.,Illinois (Davis Cemetery).10, 39

Additional notes for Claude CRAIG:

• Claude registered for the WWI draft on 12 Sep 1918 inHoopeston, Vermilion Co., Illinois.76

• Claude spent most of his life residing in Vance Township, Vermilion Co.,Illinois.28, 37 He worked there as a farmer.



• His obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 24 Sep 1934 reads... "Funeral services for Claude Craig, 52, Vance Township farmer, were held at 2:30o'clock Monday afternoon from the home. Interment was in the Davis Cemetery atFairmount. Mr. Craig was found lying in the yard at about 3:30 o'clock, Saturday afternoon witha gunshot wound in the chest, a gun lying nearby. He was taken into the house butdied within a few minutes. Coroner Harry George of Danville was called. An inquestwas held and the jury, returned a verdict of death due to "gunshot woundaccidentally inflicted." When Mr. Craig left the house with the gun, he said that hewas going to shoot a dog that had been chasing the stock. Mr. Craig resided on a farm three miles west of Fairmount with his mother, Mrs.Rozella Craig and two bachelor brothers, Scott and Grover, who survive. He alsoleaves a brother, Dale, of Atlanta, Ga., formerly a Homer banker and three sisters,Mrs. Alta Kizer and Mrs. Mable Carter both of Fairmount, and Mrs. Maude Dicksonof Homer. The deceased was born on the farm, and had lived there his entire life."39


F iv. Maud E. CRAIG15, 16, 37 was born on 30 Jul 1885 in Fairmount, Vermilion Co.,Illinois,15, 16, 28, 38, 39 died on 24 Oct 1978 in Champaign, Champaign Co., Illinois(Burnham City Hospital)38, 39 at age 93, and was buried on 27 Oct 1978 in Homer,Champaign Co., Illinois (Homer G.A.R.).38, 39

Additional notes for Maud E. CRAIG:

• Other sources say that Maud was born about 1887 in Illinois.37

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, she worked as a farmer in VanceTownship, Vermilion Co., Illinois.16

• Maud appears to have spent the latter part of her life residing in Champaign Co.,Illinois.

• Her obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 26 Oct 1978 reads... "Maude E. Dickson, 93, a former resident of Homer, died at 5 p.m. Tuesday(Oct. 24, 1978) at Burnham City Hospital. She had lived at the Garwood Home inChampaign for several years. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at the Homer United Presbyterian Churchwith the Rev. Robert Mills, officiating. Burial will be in the G.A.R. Cemetery,Homer. Visitation will be from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday (today) at Carrington Funeral Home inFairmount. The body will be taken to the church one hour before the service. Mrs. Dickson was born July 30, 1885, on a farm west of Fairmount, the daughter ofThomas and Rocella Stearns Craig. She married Oliver P. Dickson in 1924. He died



in 1946. Survivors include one stepdaughter, Mrs. Ruth Madigan of Philo; one step-daughter-in-law, Mrs. Ralph Dickson of Champaign; one stepson, Ronald Dicksonof Martin, Ill; six stepgrandchildren; 19 step-great grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs.Alta Kizer of Fairmount and Mrs. Mabel Carter of Homer. She was preceded indeath by a stepson and five brothers."39

Maud married Oliver P. DICKSON37, 39, 40, 80 on 1 Jan 1924 in Paris, Edgar Co.,Illinois.37, 39, 80 Oliver was born on 13 Jun 1879 near Indianola, Vermilion Co.,Illinois,37, 39 died on 29 May 1946 in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois39, 40 at age66, and was buried on 31 May 1946 in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois (HomerG.A.R.).39

Marriage notes for Oliver and Maud: Their wedding announcement in theChampaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 3/11/1924 reads... "Announcement was made Monday of the marriage of Miss Maude Craig anid Dr.O. P. Dickson, which took place in Paris Wednesday. Miss Craig is the daughter ofMrs. Jane Craig, and Dr. Dickson is a prominent veterinarian of Homer. They willmake their home here."80

Additional notes for Oliver P. DICKSON:

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Oliver lived at 209 North West St. inHomer, Champaign Co., Illinois.37 He worked as a veterinarian.

• His obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 31 May 1946 reads... "Funeral-services were held in the Presbyterian church here Friday afternoon forOliver P. Dickson, 66, who died suddenly at 8 p.m. Wednesday in his homefollowing a heart attack. Reverend Lee H. Smith and Reverend B. M. Pettyofficiated. Burial was in GAR cemetery, with Masonic rites at the grave. Mr. Dickson was born June 13, 1879, near Indianola, son of Benjamin and SarahDickson. He came to Homer in 1907 and was a veterinary surgeon until hisretirement 13 years ago. He married Maude Craig in 1924. Surviving are the widow and three children by a previous marriage, Ralph, Gary,lnd., Ronald, Peoria, and Mrs. Cy Madigan, Penfield. Mr. Dickson was an elder in the Presbyterian church, clerk of the Modern Woodmanlodge, and treasurer of the Masonic and Odd Fellow orders."39

M v. Grover C. CRAIG10, 15, 16, 28, 37, 38, 76 was born on 2 Sep 1887 in Fairmount,Vermilion Co., Illinois,10, 15, 16, 28, 37, 38, 76 died on 24 Apr 196210, 38 at age 74, andwas buried in Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Davis Cemetery).10, 38

Additional notes for Grover C. CRAIG:

• Grover registered for the WWI draft on 5 Jun 1917 in Fairmount, Vermilion Co.,Illinois.76

• Grover spent most of his life residing in Vance Township, Vermilion Co.,



Illinois.16, 28, 37 He worked there as a farmer.

31 F vi. Mabel L. CRAIG16, 28, 37, 39 was born on 5 Oct 1889 in Fairmount, Vermilion Co.,Illinois,15, 16, 28, 37, 39 died on 9 Apr 1983 at Cole Hospital39 at age 93, and was buriedon 12 Apr 1983 in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois (Homer G.A.R.).39

M vii. Thomas B. CRAIG15, 16, 28, 38, 39, 76 was born on 23 Apr 1891 near Fairmount,Vermilion Co., Illinois,15, 16, 28, 38, 39, 76 died on 29 Jul 1974 in Danville, Vermilion Co.,Illinois (Lake View Hospital)38, 39 at age 83, and was buried on 1 Aug 1974 in Homer,Champaign Co., Illinois (Homer G.A.R.).38, 39

Additional notes for Thomas B. CRAIG:

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, Thomas worked as a farmer in VanceTownship, Vermilion Co., Illinois.16

• Thomas registered for the WWI draft on 5 Jun in Fairmount, Vermilion Co.,Illinois.76

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a farm laborer in VanceTownship, Vermilion Co., Illinois.28

• At the time of his mother's death on 26 Oct 1940, Thomas resided in South Bend,Saint Joseph Co., Indiana.39

• His obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 30 Jul 1974 reads... "Thomas B. Craig, 83, Homer, died at 8:30 p.m. Monday (July 29, 1974) atLakeview Memorial Hospital, Danville, where he was admitted Saturday. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Kirby Funeral Home, Homer, withRev. Harry Deffly officiating. Burial will be in GAR Cemetery, Homer. Visitation will be from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Mr. Craig was born April 23, 1891 near Fairmount, a son of Thomas B. and RocellaJane Stearns Craig. He married Myrtle Woodard on Aug. 2, 1962 at DanvilIe, Shesurvives. Also surviving are a brother, Scott, Homer; and three sisters, Mrs. Maude Dickson,Champaign, Mrs. Alta Kizer, Fairmount, and Mrs. Charles (Mabel) Carter, Homer. He was a member of the United Methodist Church, Homer, Scottish Rites, andHomer Masonic Lodge. He retired from farming in 1962 and moved to Homer in 1963. He was preceded in death by three brothers. Memorials may be made to the GARCemetery Fund or the Home United Methodist Church Fund."39

Thomas married Myrtle WOODARD38, 39 on 2 Aug 1962 in Danville, VermilionCo., Illinois.38, 39 Myrtle was born on 5 Dec 1908 in Catlin Township, Vermilion Co.,Illinois,38, 39 died on 24 Aug 2003 in Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois (VermilionManor Nursing Home)38, 39 at age 94, and was buried on 26 Aug 2003 in Homer,



Champaign Co., Illinois (Homer G.A.R.).38, 39 They had no children.

Additional notes for Myrtle WOODARD:

• Her obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette obituary of 25 Aug 2003reads... "Myrtle Craig, 94, of Homer died at 6:45 a.m. Sunday (Aug. 24, 2003) at VermilionManor Nursing Home, Danville. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Kirby Funeral Home, 708 S. Main St.,Homer. The Rev. Steve Burwell will officiate. Burial will be in GAR Cemetery,Homer. Visitation will be from 1 to 2 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Mrs. Craig was born Dec. 5, 1908, in Catlin, a daughter of John and Rosa GoochWoodard. She married Thomas Craig on Aug. 2, 1962, in Danville. He died July29,1974. She was preceded in death by five brothers and a sister. Mrs. Craig was a homemaker and a member of Homer United Methodist Church. She enjoyed crocheting and working with flowers. Memorials may be made to Homer United Methodist Church or to an organization ofthe donor's choice."39

32 F viii. Alta J. CRAIG15, 16, 28, 37, 38, 39 was born on 3 Jan 1893 in Vance Township,Vermilion Co., Illinois,15, 16, 28, 37, 38, 39 died on 11 Mar 1985 in Chrisman, EdgarCo., Illinois (Pleasant Meadows Christian Village)38, 39 at age 92, and was buried on14 Mar 1985 in Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Davis Cemetery).38, 39

13. Ersom C. LEE9, 13, 18, 43 (John 2, William Henry 1) was born in 1848 in South HomerTownship., Champaign Co., Illinois,9, 18 died on 24 Dec 1908 in Vermilion Co., Illinois1 at age 60, andwas buried in Catlin Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Oakridge Cemetery).43

Additional notes for Ersom C. LEE:

• Other sources say that Ersom was born in Jan 1850 in Illinois.13, 15

• Other sources say he was born in Virginia.15

• At the time of the 1900 U.S. Federal Census, Ersom worked as a farmer in Catlin Township,Vermilion Co., Illinois.15

• From The Commercial News Dec 26, 1908 Danville, Illinois... "Ersom C. Lee well known retired farmer dies in buggy from hemorrhage of the brainThursday afternoon. Coroner Report: CEREBRAL HEMORRHAGE RESULTING FROMCHRONIC BRIGHTS DISEASE"42

Ersom married Rosanna ACREE13 on 10 Aug 1873 in Vermilion Co., Illinois.19 Rosanna was born



in Aug 1854 in Illinois,13, 15 died after 1900,15 and was buried in Catlin Township, Vermilion Co.,Illinois (Oakridge Cemetery).43

Marriage notes for Ersom and Rosanna: They were married by Jas. Whitlock, MG.19

The known children of Ersom and Rosanna were:

33 F i. Isalina LEE13, 15, 16 was born in Jul 1874 in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois,13, 15,

16, 19 died on 8 Jun 191438 at age 39, and was buried in Catlin Township, VermilionCo., Illinois (Oakridge Cemetery).38

34 F ii. Iona L. LEE13, 15, 19, 38 was born in Nov 1875 in Catlin Township, Vermilion Co.,Illinois,13, 15, 19, 37 died on 2 Jul 190638 at age 30, and was buried in Catlin Township,Vermilion Co., Illinois (Oakridge Cemetery).38

M iii. John E. LEE15 was born in Nov 1883 in Illinois15 and died after 1900.15

Asa Judson LEE & family

14. Asa Judson LEE13, 15, 16, 18, 19, 37, 44 (John 2, William Henry

1) was born on 28 Aug 1850 in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois,13, 15, 16, 18, 19,

37 died on 17 Apr 1932 in Pittsburg, Pittsburg Co., Oklahoma1 at age 81, and wasburied on 19 Apr 1932 in McAlester, Pittsburg Co., Oklahoma (Oak HillCemetery).44

Additional notes for Asa Judson LEE:

• Other sources say that Asa was born about Jun 1850 in Illinois.9


• At the time of the 1900 U.S. Federal Census, Asa worked as a farmer in Vance Township,Vermilion Co., Illinois.15

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a farmer in Stringtown Township,Atoka Co., Oklahoma.16

• Research: I have been unable to locate Asa in the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, where his wife islisted as a widow. The 1928 and 1930 directories for Pittsburg Co. don't list Asa either, just hiswife Lyda/Lydia. Asa mysteriously reappears in the 1930 census.

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Asa worked as a farm laborer in KiowaTownship., Pittsburg Co., Oklahoma.37

• His obituary in the McAlester News Capital of 19 Apr 1932 reads... "Funeral services for A. J. Lee, 82, were held at the Baptist church in Pittsburg at 3 o'clockTuesday afternoon with Rev. Looney officiating. Burial was made in Oak Hill cemetery atMcAlester."44

Graves of Asa and ElizaLEE

Asa married Eliza Marie RUNYON15, 16, 19, 28, 44 on 12 Mar 1890 inDanville, Vermilion Co., Illinois,19 daughter of George W. RUNYON andAdaline BARNES. Eliza was born on 30 Jan 1870 in Spencer, Owen Co.,Indiana,1, 15, 16, 19, 28, 37 died on 7 Oct 1948 in Pittsburg, Pittsburg Co.,Oklahoma44 at age 78, and was buried on 9 Oct 1948 in McAlester, PittsburgCo., Oklahoma (Oak Hill Cemetery).44

Marriage notes for Asa and Eliza: They were married by ????? J. Hale JP.



Clinton Abernathy & Alvin Stearns witnesses.19

Additional notes for Eliza Marie RUNYON:

• Eliza Marie RUNYON is a direct descendant of New Jersey Runyon family. VincentRONGION (b. 1645) was the patriarch of this family. It is said the Runyons came to Americafrom Portiers, France, where they escaped from religious persecution, being Huguenots. "Vincent Rongnion, Rongnon, Runyan, a Huguenot, came from France on the Ship Phillip, viathe Isle of Jersey to New Jersey in the new America. Here he married Ann Martha Boutcher,also of Huguenot stock. Vincent and Ann reared a large family and their off-springs had largefamilies."

• Her surname was also spelled Ruyan.81, 82

• Her obituary in The McAlester News Capital of 8 Oct 1948 reads... "Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday for Mrs. Eliza M. Lee, 78, resident ofPittsburg for 37 years, who died here Thursday. The services will be in the Pittsburg Methodist church with the pastor, Rev. A. W. O'Bryant,officiating. Burial will be in Oak Hill cemetery, McAlester, under the direction of the ChaneyFuneral home. Pallbearers will be Beal Greer, Beryl Robertson, Merle Robertson, Oran Traughber, AlexStaples, and John Kinnikin. Mrs. Lee was born January 30, 1870 in Gosport, Ind., and was a member of the Methodistchurch. Her husband preceded her in death in 1932. Survivors include seven sons, Frank Lee of Arch Cape, Ore., Havey Lee of Decatur, Ill., GeorgeLee of Coalgate, Clyde Lee of Camas, Wash., and Paul Lee, Roscoe Lee, and Robert Lee, all ofLos Angeles, Calif.: two daughters, Mrs. A. L. Dean, Carlsbad, N. M., and Mrs. O. S. Greer,Pittsburg; one brother, Harvey Runyon, Portland,Ind.; four sisters, Mrs. Lillie Sawyer of Homer, Ill., Mrs. Cora Wolf of Fairmount, Ill., Mrs.Hattie Runyon of Danville, Ill., and Mrs. Della Millner of Wayne City, Ill.: nine grandchildren,and 26 grandchildren."44

The known children of Asa and Eliza were:

35 M i. Frank Leslie LEE15, 16, 28, 37, 83, 84 was born on 7 Jan 1891 in Fithian, Vermilion Co.,Illinois,15, 16, 28, 37, 76, 83 died on 11 Mar 1983 in Wheeler, Tillamook Co., Oregon68, 83 at age 92, and was buried on 15 Mar 1983.84

36 F ii. Edna Ethel LEE15, 16, 28, 37, 85, 86 was born on 29 Jan 1892 in Fithian, VermilionCo., Illinois,1, 15, 16, 28, 37, 85 died on 15 Dec 1947 in Clark Co., Kentucky (GuerrantClinic)85, 86 at age 55, and was buried on 17 Dec 1947 in Stanton, Powell Co.,Kentucky (Stanton Cemetery).86

37 M iii. Harvey Runyon LEE15, 16, 28, 37, 76 was born on 13 May 1893 in Fithian, VermilionCo., Illinois1, 15, 16, 28, 37 and died on 3 Apr 19761 at age 82.

U iv. Unknown LEE1, 15, 16 was born on 11 Jan 1895 in Illinois1, 15, 16 and died on 11 Jan



1895 in Illinois.1, 15, 16

Additional notes for Unknown LEE:

• Research: The obituary of Nellie DEAN says "she was preceded in death by ...eight brothers and three sisters". So this infant could be a male.87


F v. Laura C. LEE15, 16, 28, 37, 88, 89 was born on 1 Mar 1896 in Illinois,15, 16, 28, 37,

88 died on 20 Mar 198168, 88 at age 85, and was buried on 23 Mar 1981 in McAlester,Pittsburg Co., Oklahoma (Oak Hill Cemetery).88

Additional notes for Laura C. LEE:

• Laura appears to have been enumerated twice in the 1910 U.S. Federal Census ...once in Adell Township, Sheridan Co., Kansas with her aunt's family, and once inStringtown Township, Atoka Co., Oklahoma with her own family (enumerationswere about a week apart). My guess is that she was actually in Kansas at thetime.16

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Laura worked as a bookkeeper inKiowa Township., Pittsburg Co., Oklahoma.37

• At the time of her sister's death on 19 Jul 1947, she resided in Pittsburg, PittsburgCo., Oklahoma.90

• At the time of her mother's death on 7 Oct 1948, Laura resided in Pittsburg,Pittsburg Co., Oklahoma.44

• Her obituary reads... "Laura C. Greer, a longtime resident of Pittsburg, died Friday. She was 85. Mrs. Greer was a bookkeeper for the Banner Coal Mine Co., was a member ofPittsburg Methodist Church and a secretary-treasurer there for many years, amember of Pittsburg Home Extension and a past president and secretary of thatorganization. She was born Mar. 1, 1896 in Illinois, came to Pittsburg as a child and since livedthere. She and O. S. Greer were married in 1922. He died in 1961. Survivors include a son, Royce Ryan, Sarasota, Fla.; two daughters, Loyce Williamsof Tulsa and Jo Hamilton of Eufaula; three brothers, George Lee of Coalgate,Roscoe Lee of McAlester and Frank Lee of Oregon; and a sister, Nellie Dean,Carlsbad, N.M. Funeral services are scheduled at 2 p.m. Monday in Pittsburg Methodist Church.Rev. Roy W. Welton will officiate. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery. Chaney's Funeral Home is in charge ofarrangements."88

Laura married Otha Shelton GREER37, 76, 88, 89 on 26 Aug 1922 in Pittsburg,Pittsburg Co., Oklahoma.37, 88, 89 Otha was born on 5 May 1889 in Stringtown,



Atoka Co., Oklahoma (Indian Territory),37, 76 died on 17 Sep 196188 at age 72,and was buried on 20 Sep 1961 in McAlester, Pittsburg Co., Oklahoma (Oak HillCemetery).88 They had no children.

Additional notes for Otha and Laura:

• Other sources1 say they were married on 27 Aug 1922.

Additional notes for Otha Shelton GREER:

• Other sources say that Otha was born on 5 May 1889 in McGee Valley, OklahomaIndian Territory.88

• Otha registered for the WWI draft on 5 Jun 1917 in Pittsburg Co., Oklahoma.76

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, he lived in Kiowa Township.,Pittsburg Co., Oklahoma.37 He worked as a coal miner.

• His obituary reads... "Funeral service for Otha S. Greer, 72-year-old life time resident of Pittsburg whodied in a local hospital after a sudden illness, was held Wednesday at 2 p.m. in thePittsburg Methodist church. Burial was in Oak Hill cemetery under direction of Chaney's Funeral home. Greer was born at McGee Valley, Indian Territory, May 5, 1889. He married theformer Laura C. Lee, August 26, 1922, at Pittsburg. He was a retired farmer and amember of the Pittsburg Methodist church. Survivors are his widow, Mrs. Laura C. Greer; two brothers, R. L. Greer, McAlester;Roy Greer, Ponca City; a sister, Mrs. Ida L. Greer, Albuquerque, N.M.; a nephew,Royce Ryan, Milford, Conn., and two nieces, Mrs. C. B. Hamilton, Eufaula and Mrs.Alvie Williams, Ada. Bearers were Andy Maxwell, Jimmie Fontana, Charlie Bice, Troy Johnson, BillStaples, and Toolie Ryan."88

38 M vi. George Washington LEE15, 16, 28, 37, 68, 76, 81, 82, 89, 91 was born on 10 Oct 1897 inIllinois,15, 16, 28, 37, 68, 81, 82, 91 died on 10 Nov 198368, 91 at age 86, and was buried on 14Nov 1983 in Coalgate, Coal Co., Oklahoma (Coalgate Cemetery).81, 82, 91

39 M vii. Clyde McKinley LEE16, 28, 68, 92 was born on 30 Oct 1900 in Illinois,16, 28, 37, 68,

92 died on 20 Jun 1967 in Pico Rivera, Los Angeles Co., California68, 92 at age 66, andwas buried on 23 Jun 1967 in Commerce, Los Angeles Co., California (Park LawnCemetery).1

40 M viii. Roscoe Emmerson LEE1, 16, 28, 37, 88 was born on 19 Aug 1902 in Fithian,Vermilion Co., Illinois,1, 16, 28, 37, 68, 88 died on 31 Mar 1981 in McAlester, PittsburgCo., Oklahoma1, 68, 88 at age 78, and was buried on 2 Apr 1981 in McAlester,Pittsburg Co., Oklahoma (Oak Hill Cemetery).1, 88

F ix. Opal Pauletta LEE16, 28, 37, 89, 90 was born on 20 Mar 1904 in Illinois,1, 16, 28,

90 died on 19 Jul 1947 near Woodland, Yolo Co., California90, 93 at age 43, and wasburied on 22 Jul 1947 in Woodland, Yolo Co., California (Woodland Cemetery).90



Additional notes for Opal Pauletta LEE:

• Her obituary in the Woodland Daily Democrat of 21 Jul 1947 reads... "Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday in McNary funeral home forMrs. Opal Goins, 43, wife of Cloman Goins, farm worker, who died suddenly at herhome on the Blauth ranch near M??????? school Saturday. Mrs. Goins had been ill for the past three years and had been under the care of aphysician. She was found by her husband who returned to his home Saturday forthe noon meal. Mrs. Goins evidently had started to do the family washing and hadcollapsed, it was reported. When found, she was seated on a box in the family home. Death was attributed tonatural causes. In addition to her husband, she is survived by her mother, Mrs.Lydia Lee, Pittsburg, Okla., three sisters, Mrs. Nellie Dean, Carlsbad, N.M.; Mrs.Edna Ewing, Danville, Ill.; Mrs. Laura Green, Pittsburg, Okla. Also surviving arethe following brothers; Robert and Paul Lee, Decatur, Ill.; George Lee, Coalgate,Okla. Mrs. Goins was a native of Illinois and was a member of the Baptist church.Interment will be at the Woodland cemetery."90

Opal married Cloman GOINS37, 89 on 1 Dec 1926 in Kiowa, Pittsburg Co.,Oklahoma.37, 89, 90 Cloman was born about 1909 in Mississippi.37 They had nochildren.

Additional notes for Cloman GOINS:

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Cloman lived in Kiowa Township.,Pittsburg Co., Oklahoma.37 He worked as a coal miner.

• Research: There is a Jck GOINS in the California Death Index who died 3 Nov1987 at age 79 in Yolo Co., California. He was born in Oklahoma. This might beour Cloman.94

41 F x. Nellie Adaline LEE16, 28, 37, 68, 87, 89 was born on 16 Jul 1905 in Homer, ChampaignCo., Illinois,16, 28, 68, 87 died on 4 Dec 199768, 87 at age 92, and was buried on 8 Dec1997 in Carlsbad, Eddy Co., New Mexico (Sunset Gardens Memorial Park).87

42 M xi. Paul Farrel LEE16, 28, 37 was born on 16 Jun 1907 in Pleasant Valley, Logan Co.,Oklahoma,1 died on 1 Mar 1961 in Montebello, Los Angeles Co., California1 at age53, and was buried in Los Angeles, Los Angeles Co., California.1

M xii. Robert E. LEE16, 28, 37 was born on 29 Oct 1909 in Pleasant Valley, Logan Co.,Oklahoma,1, 16, 28, 37 died on 22 Jul 1954 in Los Angeles, Los Angeles Co., California1 at age 44, and was buried in Los Angeles, Los Angeles Co., California.1

Additional notes for Robert E. LEE:

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Robert worked as a coal mine laborerin Kiowa Township., Pittsburg Co., Oklahoma.37

• At the time of his sister's death on 19 Jul 1947, he resided in Decatur, Macon Co.,Illinois.90



• At the time of his mother's death on 7 Oct 1948, Robert resided in Los Angeles,California.44

Robert married Margaret POND1 about 1952.1

15. Sophia Jane LEE13, 16, 18, 28, 40 (John 2, William Henry 1) was born on 9 Jan 1853 in VanceTownship, Vermilion Co., Illinois,13, 15, 16, 18, 28, 42 died on 30 Mar 1921 in Stewardson, Shelby Co.,Illinois40 at age 68, and was buried in Stewardson, Shelby Co., Illinois (Stewardson Cemetery).42

Additional notes for Sophia Jane LEE:

• Other sources placed Sophia's place of birth as Ohio, Indiana, Virginia, and West Virginia.16, 28,

37

• Her obituary in the Stewardson Clipper of 7 Apr 1921 reads... "Sophia Jane Lee was born near Homer, Champaign County, Ill., January 9, 1853 anddeparted this life March 30, 1921. December 31, 1871 she was united in marriage to James H.Koontz. Their home as blessed with ten children, all of whom are living viz.: Mrs. Laura LeeHubbell, Ravenwood, Mo.; John H. Koontz, Shelbyville; James Franklin, Bert, Bruce ofStewardson Jacob of Detroit, Michigan: Mrs. Emma Blodgett, Pine Bluff, Arkansas; Mrs. AltaLivengood Covington Indiana; Mrs. Jennie Hathaway, Stewardson and Miss Lucy Koontz,Stewardson. In addition to her immediate family she leaves seventeen grandchildren, two sisters, MissesSarah and Clara Lee of Homer, Illinois. Three brothers, John P. Lee, of Huntington, Indiana;Judd Lee of Pittsburg, Oklahoma; Charles Lee of Homer, Ill. It can truly be said of Mrs. Koontz that she left to her family and friends the noblest heritage ofall, that of a noble Christian mother whose example and teachings will live on forever. Funeral services were conducted on Friday afternoon at the M. E. church by her pastor Rev. D.O. McRoberts with interment in the Stewardson Cemetery."42

Sophia married James Harvey KOONTZ13, 16, 28, 37 on 31 Dec 1871 in Vermilion Co., Illinois.19 James was born on 17 Oct 1846 in Buffalo, Putnam Co., Virginia (now West Virginia),13, 15, 28, 37, 42,

95 died on 6 Feb 1935 in Stewardson, Shelby Co., Illinois42 at age 88, and was buried in Stewardson,Shelby Co., Illinois.42

Marriage notes for James and Sophia: Their marriage was certified by Thomas Whitlock.19

Additional notes for James Harvey KOONTZ:

• His surname was also spelled Kuntz.15

• Other sources say James was born in Illinois.16

• Other sources say that he was born about 1848 in Virginia.16

• Other sources say James was born in Pennsylvania.28

• James served in the 150th Regiment, Company H.1

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, he lived at ??? North Cedar(?) Street inStewardson, Shelby Co., Illinois.16



• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, James lived in Stewardson, Shelby Co., Illinois.37

The known children of James and Sophia were:

43 F i. Laura Lee KOONTZ13, 15, 28, 37 was born on 2 Mar 1873 in Allerton, ChampaignCo., Illinois,13, 15, 28, 37, 42 died on 2 Aug 1933 in Ravenwood, Nodaway Co.,Missouri42 at age 60, and was buried in Ravenwood, Nodaway Co., Missouri.42

44 M ii. John Henry KOONTZ13, 16, 28, 37, 76 was born on 18 Dec 1874 in Allerton,Champaign Co., Illinois,13, 16, 28, 37, 42 died on 16 Nov 1933 in Stewardson, Shelby Co.,Illinois42 at age 58, and was buried in Stewardson, Shelby Co., Illinois (StewardsonCemetery).42

45 M iii. James Franklin "Frank" KOONTZ13, 15, 16, 28, 37, 40, 76 was born on 21 Dec 1877 inAllerton, Champaign Co., Illinois,13, 15, 16, 28, 37, 40, 42 died on 14 Jun 1935 in PrairieTownship, Shelby Co., Illinois40, 42 at age 57, and was buried on 16 Jun 1935 inStewardson, Shelby Co., Illinois.42

46 M iv. Jacob A. KOONTZ13, 15, 16, 37, 76 was born on 10 Mar 1879 in Allerton, ChampaignCo., Illinois,13, 15, 28, 37, 76 died on 1 Jan 1940 in Stewardson, Shelby Co., Illinois42 atage 60, and was buried in Stewardson, Shelby Co., Illinois.42

47 M v. Bert KOONTZ15, 16, 37 was born on 31 Aug 1882 in Allerton, Champaign Co.,Illinois,15, 16, 28, 37, 42 died on 18 Jun 196242 at age 79, and was buried on 21 Jun 1962in Stewardson, Shelby Co., Illinois (Stewardson Cemetery).42

F vi. Emma KOONTZ15, 16, 28, 37, 42 was born on 31 Jan 1883 in Allerton, Champaign Co.,Illinois,42 died after 1930 in Idaho,37, 42 and was buried in Idaho.42

Additional notes for Emma KOONTZ:

• Other sources say that Emma was born in Jan 1886 in Illinois.15, 37

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, she worked as a milliner in a store inStewardson, Shelby Co., Illinois.16

Emma married Ezra Thompson "Tom" BLODGETT28, 42, 96 in 1919 in Pine Bluff,Jefferson Co., Arkansas.28, 42 Tom was born on 18 Jan 1876 in Vermont28, 96 and diedon 21 Mar 1928 in Twin Falls, Twin Falls Co., Idaho42, 96 at age 52.

Additional notes for Ezra Thompson "Tom" BLODGETT:

• His surname was also spelled Blodgeet.37

• Tom registered for the WWI draft on 12 Sep 1918 in Rison, Cleveland Co.,Arkansas.96

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, Tom lived at 1060 ??? in Pine Bluff,Jefferson Co., Arkansas.28 He worked as a real estate agent.

• From a newspaper clipping... "TOM BLODGETT DIES AT HOME IN IDAHO Well-Known Former Citizen and Mayor of Rison, Succumbs to Long Illness A message was received here Wednesday afternoon of last week by F.W. Culpepper



announcing the death of Tom Blodgett, former mayor and businessman of Rison,which occurred at his home at Twin Falls, Idaho, that morning. Mr. Blodgett's death followed a long period of ill health which came after a severeattack of influenza he suffered shortly before he moved from Rison. At the time of his death, he was president and manager of the Idaho Citizen, a twice-a-week newspaper, published at Twin Falls. He was also a director in severalbusiness enterprises of his section of the state. During the four years he was engaged in the real estate business at Rison, Mr.Blodgett made many lasting friends, who were deeply saddened to hear of his death.He was instrumental in inducing many immigrants from Kansas and other northernstates to buy land and settle in Cleveland County. During the war, he was active in all branches of war work and received a specialcommission from the Y.M.C.A. to do special work in France just at the close of theconflict, and but for severe illness would probably have been on foreign soil at thetime of the signing of the armistice. Born in Vermont in 1876, Mr. Blodgett spent his boyhood days there, later moving toKansas where he was engaged for a number of years in the wholesale dry goodsbusiness at Wichita. He resided here from 1914 to 1919. He was a licensed minister of the Methodist Church and was for more than two yearspastor of a community church at Hansen, Idaho, where he was given specialrecognition by the Literary digest and other magazines with nation-wide circulation. In 1919, Mr. Blodgett was married to miss Emma Koontz at Pine Bluff, who besidesa sister, Mrs. Josie Parks, survives him."42

Emma next married Rev. E. L. WHITE42 after 1930.37

48 M vii. Bruce KOONTZ15, 16, 28, 37, 76 was born on 6 Oct 1884 in South Homer Township.,Champaign Co., Illinois,15, 16, 28, 37, 42 died on 5 Nov 1966 in Effingham, EffinghamCo., Illinois42 at age 82, and was buried in Stewardson, Shelby Co., Illinois.42

49 F viii. Alta KOONTZ16, 37 was born 29 Feb 1885 in Allerton, Champaign Co.,Illinois,42 died on 9 Jun 1953 in Effingham, Effingham Co., Illinois,42 and was buriedin Stewardson, Shelby Co., Illinois.42

F ix. Jennie E. KOONTZ15, 16, 37, 42 was born on 13 Feb 1891 in Allerton, Champaign Co.,Illinois,16, 42 died on 26 Aug 1965 in Effingham, Effingham Co., Illinois42 at age 74,and was buried in Stewardson, Shelby Co., Illinois (Stewardson Cemetery).42

Additional notes for Jennie E. KOONTZ:

• Other sources say that Jennie was born in Jan 1892 in Illinois.15

• Her obituary in the Effingham News of 27 Aug 1963 read... "Jennie Hathaway of Stewardson Dies at Age 73



Mrs Jennie Hathaway 73 of Stewardson died at 7:35pm Thursday at St AnthonyMemorial Hospital in Effingham. She was born Feb 13 1892 in Champaign county, adaughter of James and Sara Lee Koontz. Surviving are a brother Bruce Koontz, Stewardson and a sister Lucy Koontz,Stewardson. Funeral services will be conducted at 3pm Sunday at the Brummerstedt funeral homein Stewardson with burial in the Stewardson cemetery. Friends may call at thefuneral home after 3pm Saturday."42

Jennie married Jack W. HATHAWAY28, 37, 42 about 1920.28, 37, 42 Jack was bornabout 1887 in Michigan28, 37 and died after 1930.37

Additional notes for Jack W. HATHAWAY:

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, Jack worked as a farmer inMusselshell Co., Montana.28

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a stock rancher inMountain Home, Elmore Co., Idaho.37

F x. Lucy L. KOONTZ15, 16, 28, 37, 42 was born on 3 Feb 1893 in Allerton, Champaign Co.,Illinois,15, 16, 37, 42 died on 22 May 1977 in Effingham, Effingham Co., Illinois42 at age84, and was buried in Stewardson, Shelby Co., Illinois.42

Additional notes for Lucy L. KOONTZ:

• Other sources say that Lucy was born about 1895 in Illinois.28

• Her obituary reads... "Miss Lucy Koontz 83 of Stewardson died at 8 AM Friday in Lakeland NursingCenter, Effingham. Funeral services were held at 1:30 PM Sunday in BrummerstedtFuneral Home, Stewardson with burial in Stewardson Cemetery. Miss Koontz wasborn in Champaign County, the daughter of James and Sophia Koontz. Five brothersand four sisters preceded her in death. She was a member of the Stewardson UnitedMethodist Church."42


Tombstone of Thos. A. andJulia Howard

16. Julia LEE10, 13, 15, 16, 18, 19, 39, 41 (John 2, William Henry 1) was born on 25 Sep 1855 in Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois,10, 13, 15, 16, 18,

19, 41 died on 25 Jan 1920 in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois10, 41 at age 64, andwas buried on 27 Jan 1920 in Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois (DavisCemetery).10, 39, 41

Additional notes for Julia LEE:

• Other sources say that Julia was born on 26 Dec 1855 in VanceTownship, Vermilion Co., Illinois.39

• Julia was an artist of exceptional ability, winning honors in Homer andDanville (apparently from 1903 Vermilion County History).

• Her obituary in The Danville Commerical News of 26 Jan 1920 reads...



"Mrs Julia Howard died Sunday morning at the home of her sisters Misses Clara and SadieLee, after being confined to her bed for three months with cancer. She was well known inHomer, Catlin and Danville."42

• Her obituary in the Champaign News-Gazette of 26 Jan 1920 reads... "Mrs. Julia Lee Howard, aged 65, died early Monday morning at the home of her sisters,Misses Sarah and Clara Lee, following an illness extending over one year. Mrs. Howard was born Dec. 26, 1866, on a farm three miles east of Homer. She was thedaughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Lee. Later she was united in marriage to Thomas John Howard. Funeral services will be held at 2 o'clock Tuesday afternoon at the Presbyterian church. Rev.Burns will conduct the services and burial will be made in the Davis cemetery. She is survived by two children, Mrs. Lottie Nicewander of Danville and Conard Joseph ofCatlin, three brothers, three sisters and two grandchildren."39

Julia married Thomas A. HOWARD10, 15, 16, 19 on 11 Oct 1881 in Vermilion Co., Illinois.19 Thomaswas born on 4 Jan 1852 in Virginia,10, 15, 16, 19 died on 25 May 191010 at age 58, and was buried inVance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Davis Cemetery).10

Marriage notes for Thomas and Julia: They were married by by C. P. Cooley, MG.19

Additional notes for Thomas A. HOWARD:

• Other sources say Thomas was born in Illinois.37

• At the time of the 1900 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a grocer in Vermilion Co., Illinois.15

• From the 1903 Vermilion County Illinois Biographical Record... "Thomas A. Howard, who was born in West Virginia. January 4, 1852, is a son of J. W. andSarah (Adams) Howard, who were natives of Virginia and were there married. Our subject wasthe third in order of birth in the family of three children and was educated in Iowa and inVermilion County, Illinois. While upon his father's farm he was reared, working in the fieldsthrough the months of summer and attend school through the winter seasons. At the age oftwenty-one he engaged in farm on his own account and about 1880 he turned his attention tothe confectionery business, which he conducted for a time and then established a meat marketwhich he carried on for two years. He built the first two-story building in Fairmount and en thegrocers trade, being identified with that line of commercial activity until 1901. In his variousbusiness enterprises he has been successful, carefully controlling his af and with keen foresightand energy conducting his interests; until they have been made to yield to him a good return. On the 11th of October 1881, Mr. Howard was united in marriage to Miss Julia Lee, who wasborn in Vermilion county, September 25, 1855 a daughter of John and Elizabeth Jane (Saddler)Lee, both of whom are natives of West Virginia and be- pioneer settlers of Vermilion county.Mrs. Howard was the third of their nine children and pursued her education in the publicschools until she had entered upon the work of the senior year. She is an artist of exceptionalability, displaying particular skill in oil paintings, whereby she has won several premiums at thevarious fairs in Homer and in Danville. She has engaged in teaching art for several years and anumber of beautiful paintings of her production adorn the walls of her home. Unto Mr. andMrs. Howard have been born two children: Lottie Lee, who was married in June, 1900, to



Thomas Hughes, of Fairmount; and Jo Conrad, who is now thirteen years of age and is astudent in the Fairmount schools. In his political views Mr. Howard is a Republican and isrecognized as one of the leaders of his party in this locality. Called to public office by the voteof his fel townsmen, he served for two years on the board of aldermen and is now serving hissecond terns as mayor of Fairmount, his re-election being indicative of his loyalty and efficientservice. The cause of educa has also found in him a warm friend and his co-operation in behalfof the schools has been of marked benefit. He is a liberal contributor toward the erection of theBap church now being constructed, and everything pertaining to the general good has found inhim a friend, in fact he has been a co-operant factor in whatever tends to advance the generalwelfare. Be belongs to the blue lodge of Masons in Fairmount, in which he has passed all of thechairs and is also a member of the Modern Woodmen Camp and the Court of Honor. Both heand his wife hold membership in the Baptist church and take an active interest in its work, Mrs.Howard serving as a teacher in the Sunday school and as leader of the choir for a number ofyears. Mr. Howard can go back in memory to the pioneer epoch in the history of VermilionCounty when the deer ran over the hills and when lesser wild game was to be had in abundance.This country was all wild, open prairie and the trees and bushes were the native growth. Mr.How has always greatly enjoyed hunting and has killed many deer, bears and wild cats. Awitness of the growth of the county he has seen it advance from its pioneer condi to take itsplace with the leading coun of this great commonwealth, and whatever has been of benefit tothe community has received his endorsement."97

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, Thomas worked as a ??? man for an elevator ???in Fairmount, Vermilion Co., Illinois.16

The known children of Thomas and Julia were:

50 F i. Lottie Lee HOWARD10, 15, 16, 28, 38 was born in Oct 1882 in Illinois,10, 15, 16,

28 died on 31 Dec 194210, 38 at age 60, and was buried in Vance Township, VermilionCo., Illinois (Davis Cemetery).10, 38

51 M ii. Conrad Joseph HOWARD15, 16, 28, 37, 38, 76, 97 was born in Aug 1889 in Fairmount,Vermilion Co., Illinois,15, 16, 38 died on 7 Dec 195538 at age 66, and was buried inCatlin Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Oakridge Cemetery).38

17. John Ryland LEE13, 15, 16, 18, 28, 37, 46, 47, 48 (John 2, William Henry 1) was born on 6 Jul1859 in Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois,13, 15, 16, 18, 37, 46, 47 died on 24 Apr 1945 in Lagrange Co.,Indiana46, 47 at age 85, and was buried on 27 Apr 1945 in Columbia City, Whitley Co., Indiana (NoltCemetery).46, 47, 48

Additional notes for John Ryland LEE:

• Other sources say that John was born about 1859 in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois.19

• Other sources say that he was born about 1861 in Illinois.28

• At the time of the 1880 U.S. Federal Census, John worked as a farm laborer in VanceTownship, Vermilion Co., Illinois.13

• At the time of his marriage on 9 Feb 1898, he was employed as a farmer.19

• At the time of the 1900 U.S. Federal Census, John worked as a carpenter. in Champaign Co.,Illinois.15

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a farmer in Pawpaw Township,Wabash Co., Indiana.16



• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, John worked as a farmer in Clear CreekTownship, Huntington Co., Indiana.28

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, he lived at ??? London in Union Township,Whitley Co., Indiana.37 He was a farmer.

• At the time of his brother's death on 13 Mar 1935, John resided in Waynetown, MontgomeryCo., Indiana.39, 45

• At the time of his sister's death on 14 Jun 1935, he resided in Columbia City, Whitley Co.,Indiana.39, 45

• His obituary in The Commercial Mail of 25 Apr 1945 reads... "John Ryland Lee, age 85, former local resident died at 11:20 o'clock last night at the home ofhis son Ralph Lee, two miles east of South Milford in LaGrange county; where he had beenvisiting for the past two weeks. Death was due to a heart ailment. Mr. Lee was a retired farmer. For a number of years he livedin Union township and later was a resident of West Market Street. For the past year he hadresided in Huntington. His wife, the former Icel Rodgers, to whom he was married February 9, 1898, died the 18th ofMarch at Huntington. Mr. Lee was a native of Illinois and was born July 6, 1859 to John andJennie Lee. The surviving children are Harry C. Lee, Huntington; John S. Lee, Kendallville; Mrs. WalterBordner, Lake of the Woods; Ralph Lee, LaGrange county, Mrs. Thomas Eyanson and Mrs.Edwin Heupel, Columbia City; Mrs. Gladys Bauch, Fort Wayne. Eleven grandchildren alsosurvive. Three brothers and four sisters of Mr. Lee are deceased. Funeral services will be held at the DeMoney Funeral Home in this city at 2 o'clock Fridayafternoon, Dr. Charles J. Roberts of the United Brethren church officiating. Burial will be madein the Nolt cemetery. Friends will be received at the funeral home after 12 noon,Thursday."47

John married Icel C. RODGERS15, 16, 19, 28, 37, 46, 47, 48 on 9 Feb 1898 in Danville, Vermilion Co.,Illinois.19 Icel was born on 2 Jun 1878 in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois,15, 16, 19, 47, 48 died on 18Mar 1945 in Huntington, Huntington Co., Indiana46, 47, 48 at age 66, and was buried on 21 Mar 1945 inColumbia City, Whitley Co., Indiana (Nolt Cemetery).46, 47, 48

Marriage notes for John and Icel: They were married by C. Gale?men, A Minister.19

Additional notes for Icel C. RODGERS:

• Other sources say that Icel was born about 1875 in Illinois.28


• Other sources say Icel was born in 1877.46

• Her obituary in The Commercial Mail of 19 Mar 1945 reads... "Icel Lee, past 66 years old, died Sunday night of paralysis at her home at 403 Wayne StreetHuntington. She had been ill for the past two years.



She was born in Homer, Illinois on June 2, 1878, and had resided at 609 W Market Street inColumbia City most of her life, going to Huntington in July 1944. She was a daughter of Mr. andMrs. Simeon Rodgers. On February 9, 1898 she married at Danville, Illinois to Ryland Lee of Homer, Illinois whosurvives and who is 85 years old. Surviving children include Harry Cecil Lee of Huntington; John S. Lee of Kendallville; Mrs.Walter Bardner, Hudson, Ind.; Ralph Lee of South Milford; Mrs. Thomas Eyanson and Mrs.Edwin Heupel of Columbia City; Mrs. Gladys Baugh of Fort Wayne. There are 13 survivinggrandchildren. A son, Ernest Lee, is dead. The following named brothers and sisters survive; Revo Rodgers, Abilene, Texas; Argo Rodgers,Homer, Illinois; Mrs. Cecil Wallace, Champagne, Ohio; Vilne Rodgers, Chicago; Mrs. LillianMcGuigg, Columbus, Ohio. The body was taken to the J. A. DeMoney Funeral Home where friends may call and whereservices will be held at 1:30 o'clock Wednesday afternoon. The Rev. Charles J. Roberts pastorof the First United Brethren church of Columbia City will conduct the services and intermentwill be in the Nolt Cemetery."47

The known children of John and Icel were:

M i. Harry Cecil LEE15, 16, 37, 76 was born on 5 Nov 1898 in Illinois15, 16, 37, 68, 76 and diedon 28 Jul 1983 in Huntington, Huntington Co., Indiana68 at age 84.

Additional notes for Harry Cecil LEE:

• Harry registered for the WWI draft on 12 Sep 1918 in Huntington Co., Indiana.76

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Harry worked as a railroad fireman inHuntington Township, Huntington Co., Indiana.37

Harry married Violet (LEE)37 about 1929.37 Violet was born about 1908 in Indiana.37

M ii. John Simeon LEE16, 28, 37, 68, 98, 99 was born on 12 Apr 1901 in Homer,Champaign Co., Illinois,16, 28, 37, 68, 98 died on 8 Jul 1984 in Kendallville, Noble Co.,Indiana68, 98, 99 at age 83, and was buried on 10 Jul 1984 in Kendallville, Noble Co.,Indiana (Lake View Cemetery).98, 99

Additional notes for John Simeon LEE:

• Other sources say John was born in 1902.99

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, he lived at 1306 West Main St. in FortWayne, Allen Co., Indiana.37 He worked as a welder in an electric factory.

• His obituary reads... "Lee John S, 83, of 710 W. Rush St., died Sunday at his residence. Born inHomer, Ill. April 12, 1901, he was the son of John R. and Icel C. (Rodgers) Lee. OnJuly 13, 1929 in Huntington, he married Gertrude Jones. A Kendallville resident 42years, he moved from Columbia City. In 1971 he retired from the Kendallville PoliceForce after 20 years of being an officer. An Army veteran, he was a member of theFOP, Kendallville Elks Lodge No. 1194 and Moose Lodge 1301. Surviving are his



wife; two sisters, Mrs. Edwin (Flossie) Heupel of Columbia City, and Mrs. Herman(Gladys) Walsh of Kendallville. Three brothers and two sisters preceded him indeath. Services Tuesday at Berhalter-Hutchins Funeral Home. Burial, Lake ViewCemetery. + 7-8-1984"98

John married Evelyn Gertrude JONES37, 98, 99 on 13 Jul 1929 in Huntington,Huntington Co., Indiana.37, 98, 99 Evelyn was born on 16 Jul 1909 in Louisville,Jefferson Co., Kentucky,37, 98, 99 died on 23 Feb 1998 in Avilla, Noble Co., Indiana(Sacred Heart Home)98, 99 at age 88, and was buried on 26 Feb 1998 in Kendallville,Noble Co., Indiana (Lake View Cemetery).98, 99 They had no children.

Additional notes for Evelyn Gertrude JONES:

• Her obituary reads... "Lee E Gertrude, 88, of Kendallville, died Feb. 23 in Sacred Heart Home in Avilla.She was born in Louisville, Ky. July 16, 1909 to Louis W. and Lilly (Sullivan) Jones.On July 13, 1929 in Huntington she married John S. Lee, who was a formerKendallville police chief. He died July 8, 1984. Formerly of Columbia City, she hadlived in Kendallville since 1942. She retired in 1982 as a sales lady for the HobbyShop when it closed. She was a member of the Women of the Moose 730 and LadyElks 1194, Kendallville, and American Legion Post 240 Auxiliary in Avilla. Survivingare several nieces and nephews; a sister, Dorothy Tinney of Fort Wayne; and 2brothers, Kenneth E. and W. Leroy of Columbia City. Funeral was Thursday inBerhalter Hutchins Funeral Home. Burial, Lake View Cemetery. ~ 2-26-1998"98

52 F iii. Helen Clarabelle LEE100 was born in 1901 in Illinois16, 26, 28, 100 and died in 1946100 at age 45.

53 M iv. Ralph Emerson LEE16, 28, 68, 99 was born on 18 Apr 1907 in Indiana,16, 28, 68,

99 died on 31 Mar 197968, 99 at age 71, and was buried in Kendallville, Noble Co.,Indiana (Lake View Cemetery).99

F v. Laura O. LEE28 was born about 1910 in Indiana16, 28, 37 and died before 1984.98

Additional notes for Laura O. LEE:

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Laura worked as a knitting millinspector in Union Township, Whitley Co., Indiana.37

Laura married Thomas EYANSON47 between 1930 and 1945.47

M vi. Ernest Carl LEE37, 46, 48 was born in 1912 in Indiana,28, 37, 46, 48 died on 14 Dec1941 in Linvill Memorial Hospital46, 48 at age 29, and was buried on 16 Dec 1941 inColumbia City, Whitley Co., Indiana (Nolt Cemetery).46, 48

Additional notes for Ernest Carl LEE:

• His obituary in the Columbia City Post of 17 Dec 1941 reads... "Funeral services were held at the DeMoney Funeral Home Tuesday afternoon at2: 00 o'clock for Ernest Carl Lee. 29, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Lee of this city,who died Sunday night at the Linvill Memorial hospital following a self-inflictedgunshot in the head.



The Rev. Paul A. Watson, former pastor of the Oak Grove Church of God,officiated and held the, committal services at the Nolt cemetery immediatelyfollowing the services at the funeral home. Two organ selections, "Nearer, My God,to Thee" and "Rock of Ages," were played on the chapel electric organ during theservices. The floral pieces were carried by the Mesdames Glenn Coolman, Guy Mullendore,Russell Wolfe, Ralph Stickler, John Ballard, and William Kellar. The pallbearers,members of the Moose lodge, were Glenn Coolman, Russell Wolfe, Isaac Sell, HarryCastator, Max Fawcett, and Garland Stickler."48

54 F vii. Flossie Lona LEE28, 37, 46, 68, 101, 102, 103 was born on 15 May 1915 in HuntingtonCo., Indiana,28, 37, 46, 68, 101, 102, 103 died on 2 Sep 1993 in Whitley Co., Indiana(Whitley Co. Memorial Hospital)46, 68, 102, 103 at age 78, and was buried on 5 Sep 1993in Columbia City, Whitley Co., Indiana (Nolt Cemetery).46, 102, 103

F viii. Gladys Marie LEE28, 37, 46, 68, 100, 101, 103 was born on 25 Jan 1919 in Huntington,Huntington Co., Indiana,28, 37, 46, 68, 100, 101, 103 died on 20 May 1989 in Fort Wayne,Allen Co., Indiana (Parkview Hospital)46, 68, 103 at age 70, and was buried on 23 May1989 in Columbia City, Whitley Co., Indiana (Nolt Cemetery).46, 103

Additional notes for Gladys Marie LEE:

• Her obituary in the Columbia City Post & Mail of 20 May 1989 reads... "Gladys Lee Walsh, 70, sister of Flossie Heupel of Columbia City, died at 11: 48a.m. at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne on Saturday, May 20. She had beenhospitalized since May 17 with heart complications. Mrs. Walsh was born on Jan. 25, 1919, in Huntington County, to John R. and IcelRodgers Lee. She spent her school years in Union Township at Coesse School. In1935 she moved with her parents to Washington Township and graduated fromWashington Center High School in 1936. She married Walter Bordner of Kendallville on March 29, 1947. He died on April6,1964. She married Herman Walsh on May 16, 1965. He died in 1987. Mrs. Walsh retired from Taylor Maid in Kendallville in 1987. Surviving are a stepson Danny Bordner of Kendallville; and a sister, Mrs. Edwin(Flossie) Heupel of Columbia City. Four brothers and two sisters are deceased. Friends may call at Hite Funeral Home in Kendallville today from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9p.m. The service will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday with burial at Nolt Cemetery south ofColumbia City."103

Gladys married Unknown BAUGH47 before 1945.47



Additional notes for Unknown BAUGH:

• His surname is also spelled Bauch.47

Gladys next married Walter Nelson BORDNER68, 76, 100 on 29 Mar 1947.103 Walterwas born on 19 Apr 1900 in Van Wert Co., Ohio26, 68, 76, 100 and died on 6 Apr 196468,

100 at age 63.

Additional notes for Walter Nelson BORDNER:

• His surname was also spelled Bordeur and Bardner.26, 37

• Other sources say that Walter was born about 1901 in Indiana.37

• Walter registered for the WWI draft on 12 Sep 1918 in Lagrange Co., Indiana.76

• At the time of his marriage on 5 Sep 1925, he was employed as a winder in FortWayne, Allen Co., Indiana.26

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Walter lived at ??? Arbor Ave. inWayne Township, Allen Co., Indiana.37 He worked as a wire mill winder.

• Walter was a truck driver in Ft. Wayne & Kendallville, Indiana.100

Gladys next married Herman C. WALSH68, 98 on 16 May 1965.68, 103 Hermanwas born on 15 Apr 1899 in Angola, Steuben Co., Indiana,98 died on 18 Jul 1988 inKendallville, Noble Co., Indiana (Kendallville Nursing Home)68, 98 at age 89, and wasburied on 21 Jul 1988 in Butler Home Town Cemetery.98

Additional notes for Herman and Gladys:

• Other sources98 say they were married in 1966.

Additional notes for Herman C. WALSH:

• His obituary reads... "Walsh Herman C, 89, of 669 Dowling St., Kendallville, died Monday inKendallville Nursing Home. He was born in Angola April 15, 1899, the son of Vernand Clara Walsh. In 1929 he married Edna Keller, who died in 1964. In 1966 hemarried Gladys Lee Bordner, who is his only survivor. One brother and one sisterpreceded him in death. He retired from Magnavox, Fort Wayne after 25 years. Heattended Faith United Methodist Church. Services Thursday in Hite Funeral Home,Kendallville. Burial, Butler Home Town Cemetery. + 7-18-1988"98

18. Eveline STEARNS15, 19, 20 (Priscilla LEE 2, William Henry 1) was born on 27 Jun 1845 inVermilion Co., Illinois15, 18, 20, 28, 50 and died after 1920.28

Additional notes for Eveline STEARNS:


• Other sources placed Eveline's place of birth as Ohio and Pennsylvania. While still others placeher date of birth bet 1847 and 1848.13, 16, 37

• At the time of the 1860 U.S. Federal Census, Eveline lived in Vance Township, Vermilion Co.,Illinois.18 Household of Alvin Stearns

• After she separated from her husband John Davidson, Eveline kept her daughter and turned her



four sons out on their own.50

• At the time of the 1880 U.S. Federal Census, she worked as a servant in Danville, VermilionCo., Illinois.13 In the household of Lucretia Prince.

• At the time of the 1900 U.S. Federal Census, Eveline lived at 1254 W. 59th Street in Chicago,Cook Co., Illinois.15 She took in boarders.

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, she lived in Chicago, Cook Co., Illinois.16

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, Eveline lived at 543 61st Street in Chicago, CookCo., Illinois.28 She was doing laundry work.

Eveline married John Grant DAVIDSON15, 16, 19, 20 on 27 Jun 1863 in Vermilion Co., Illinois.19,

50 The marriage ended in divorce on 30 Mar 1878. John was born on 22 Feb 1845 in Vermilion Co.,Illinois15, 16, 20, 50 and died on 14 Aug 1916 in Quincy, Adams Co., Illinois (Soldier's House)50 at age71.

Marriage notes for John and Eveline: They were married by T. M. Keefs, MG.19

Additional notes for John Grant DAVIDSON:

• His surname was also spelled Davison.15, 28

• Other sources placed John's place of birth as Ohio and Pennsylvania.13, 16, 28, 37

• Other sources say that John was born in Jun 1843 in Illinois.15

• John served in the Civil War, Company G, 125th Illinois Infantry.50 Pension papers on John G.Davidson, living Crittenden Co., Arkansas in 1896.

• At the time of the 1870 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a farmer in Oakwood Township,Vermilion Co., Illinois.20

• At the time of the 1900 U.S. Federal Census, John worked as a farmer in Jackson Township,Crittenden Co., Arkansas.15

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, he lived at ??? Locust Street in RiversideTownship, Adams Co., Illinois.16

The known children of John and Eveline were:

55 F i. Jane DAVIDSON20 was born on 29 Feb 1864 in Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois13,

15, 16, 19, 20, 28, 37, 50 and died about 1942 in Waukesha, Waukesha Co., Wisconsin50 about age 78.

56 M ii. Calvin L. DAVIDSON13, 15, 20 was born on 23 Feb 1866 in Illinois13, 15, 20, 50 and diedafter 1910.16

57 M iii. John Grant DAVIDSON10, 13, 15, 16, 19, 20, 28, 37, 39 was born on 13 Jun 1868 inVermilion Co., Illinois,10, 13, 16, 19, 20, 28, 37, 39, 50 died on 6 Jan 1943 in Homer,Champaign Co., Illinois10, 39 at age 74, and was buried on 8 Jan 1943 in VanceTownship, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Davis Cemetery).10, 39

58 M iv. William H. DAVIDSON13, 15, 16, 28, 37 was born on 1 Oct 1870 in Vermilion Co.,Illinois13, 15, 16, 28, 37, 50 and died after 1930.37

59 M v. Alvin A. DAVIDSON13, 15, 28, 37 was born on 5 Oct 1873 in Vermilion Co., Illinois13,

15, 16, 19, 28, 37, 50 and died after 1930.37



19. Mary F. STEARNS9, 11, 13, 15, 16, 18, 19, 20, 28, 37, 62 (Mary LEE 2, William Henry 1) wasborn on 4 Sep 1846 in Vermilion Co., Illinois,9, 15, 16, 18, 20, 28, 37, 62, 63 died on 21 Oct 1933 in probablyJefferson Co., Iowa63 at age 87, and was buried in Fairfield, Jefferson Co., Iowa (Evergreen Cemetery).63

Additional notes for Mary F. STEARNS:

• Other sources say Mary was born about 1848.13, 15, 18 While still others say she was born inOhio or Indiana.

• Mary may have been enumerated twice in the 1860 census, once in the household of hergrandmother, Rebecca LEE, the other in the household of her father, Chauncey STEARNS.18

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, she lived at 601 E. Lowe Street in Fairfield,Jefferson Co., Iowa.37

Mary married James L. FREEMAN13, 15, 16, 19, 20, 28, 37, 62 on 26 Oct 1865 in Champaign Co.,Illinois.19 James was born on 15 Aug 1841 in South Homer Township., Champaign Co., Illinois,13, 15,

16, 20, 28, 62, 63 died on 19 May 1920 in probably Jefferson Co., Iowa63 at age 78, and was buried inFairfield, Jefferson Co., Iowa (Evergreen Cemetery).63

Marriage notes for James and Mary: They were married by T. M. Hep, MG.19

Additional notes for James L. FREEMAN:

• From the Portrait & Biographical Album of Champaign Co, Illinois... "James L. Freeman, one of the most active and enterprising farmers of the community, agentleman in the prime of life, and in the enjoyment of health, friends, and a fair share of thisworld's goods, is comfortably located on section 17, in Ogden Township, and is successfullycultivating 120 acres of fine land. He has an excellent wife and a family of blooming children,and enjoys in a marked degree the confidence and esteem of his neighbors. He has been aresident of this county over forty-six years, having been born in Homer Township, Aug. 15,1841, and is the son of James and Rebecca (Ogden) Freeman, natives of Virginia. The former,in early life, was a shoemaker by trade (James B.), but in later years abandoned the shop forthe more congenial employment of farm life. He was a gentleman occupying a good position inhis community. Republican in politics and a Christian in theology. He had represented histownship in the Board of Supervisors for two years, and was a man whose opinions weregenerally respected, being formed with deliberation and adhered to with decision. Thecircumstances of his death were peculiarly sad, he having been instantly killed by a runawayteam in 1868, while going from timber to his home. The family were scattered and there arenow living four in the county, one in Kansas and two in Iowa. The mother of our subject, Mrs.Rebecca Freeman, was born Feb. 14, 1804, in Virginia, and her death occurred Oct. 5, 1854. The youth and boyhood of James L. Freeman were spent under the parental roof, and heassisted his parents in the shop and on the farm until twenty years of age. Soon after the rebelsfired upon Ft. Sumter, he resolved to join his comrades who had enlisted in the service of theUnion, and became a member of the 26th Illinois Infantry, which was assigned to the army ofthe Missouri. He was mustered in at Springfield, Ill., after which the boys proceeded to thesouthwest across the Mississippi and wintered in camp near Hannibal, Mo. His first encounterwith the enemy was at New Madrid the following spring, and he afterward engaged in many ofthe important battles of the war, being present at the siege and capture of Corinth, Atlanta andVicksburg, besides intermediate engagements, in all numbering fifty-seven. He experiencedmany hairbreadth escapes, marched many thousands of miles with his knapsack on his back,



and endured with his comrades bravely and patiently the vicissitudes of a soldier's life duringone of the most memorable periods in the history of this county, and in which he, withthousands of others, experienced sufferings and hardships which can better be imagined thandescribed. The experiences of those terrible years have been celebrated in song and story, butno human tongue can give an adequate idea of the life of a Northern soldier, transplanted to aSouthern soil. In 1864 they joined the army of Gen. Sherman and participated in the never-to-be-forgotten march to the sea. This helped to swell the distance to nearly 7,000 miles whichwas traveled by our subject and his comrades, often without sufficient food or drink. Notwithstanding all he had endured, the patriotic flame still burned in his breast, and at theexpiration of his first term of enlistment young Freeman was willing to again brave thehardships which he had already passed through for the sake of victory, and re-enlisted Jan. 1,1864. Soon afterward, however, peace dawned upon the nation, and his regiment was musteredout at Scottsboro, Ala. On the 26th day of October, 1865, our subject celebrated his return to civil life by his marriagewith Miss Mary F. Stearns, the wedding taking place in Homer, Ill. Mrs. Freeman was born inVermilion County, this State, Sept.4, 1846, and is the daughter of Chancy C. and Mary (Lee)Stearns, natives respectively of Ohio and Illinois, the mother is now deceased. The fatherresides at Homer. After their marriage Mr. and Mrs. F. first located on the old home place,whence they removed to their present farm. To the household thus established there wereadded in due time nine bright children, who were named respectively Nora, Martha, Anzonettia,Lydia, Minnie, Ezra C., Iva, Gracie and Lewis S. Gracie, when nine months old, was strickenwith fatal illness, and yielded up her life on the 18th of June, 1866. Mr. and Mrs. Freemanbecame members of the Christian Church in 1858 and 1864, respectively, and our subjectpolitically, as soon as becoming a voter, identified himself with the Republican party."62

• Other sources placed James' place of birth as Indiana, Ohio, and Virginia.15, 37

• James served in in the 26th Illinois Infantry during the Civil War.62

• At the time of the 1870 U.S. Federal Census, James worked as a farmer in North HomerTownship, Champaign Co., Illinois.20

• At the time of the 1880 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a farmer in Ogden Township,Champaign Co., Illinois.13

• At the time of the 1900 U.S. Federal Census, James worked as a farmer in Lick CreekTownship, Van Buren Co., Iowa.15

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, he lived at 601 East Lowe Street in Fairfield,Jefferson Co., Iowa.28

The known children of James and Mary were:

60 F i. Nora FREEMAN13, 20, 104 was born Cal 7 Aug 1866 in Illinois,13, 20, 104 died on 11 Jan1891104, 105 about age 24, and was buried in Champaign Co., Illinois (Friends ChurchCemetery).104

F ii. Martha FREEMAN13, 20 was born about 1868 in Illinois13, 20 and died between 1880and 1962.13, 39

F iii. Anzonettia FREEMAN62 was born in Jan 1870 in Illinois13, 20 and died between1880 and 1962.13, 39

61 F iv. Lydia E. FREEMAN13, 15, 16, 28, 37 was born in Oct 1871 in Illinois13, 15, 37 and died



between 1930 and 1962.37, 39

F v. Minnie M. FREEMAN13, 15, 19, 28, 37, 39 was born on 27 Dec 1873 in Ogden,Champaign Co., Illinois,13, 15, 19, 28, 37, 39 died on 30 Jan 196239 at age 88, and wasburied on 2 Feb 1962 in Mayview, Champaign Co., Illinois (Mt. Olive Cemetery).39

Additional notes for Minnie M. FREEMAN:

• Her obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 31 Jan 1962 reads... "Mrs. Minnie Peters, 88, died at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday (Jan. 30, 1962) at theChampaign County Nursing Home, where she had been a patient for five years. Services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at the Freese Funeral Home, St. Joseph. Burial will be in Mount Olive Cemetery, Mayview. Friends may call after 7 p.m.Thursday at the funeral home. She was born Dec. 27, 1873, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Freeman in OgdenTownship. She married Edward Harrison Peters, St. Joseph, in 1901. He died May 4, 1953.They farmed south of St. Joseph. She is survived by two brothers, Lewis and Ezra Freeman, in Iowa. Seven sisterspreceded her in death. She was a member of the Church of Christ, St. Joseph."39

Minnie married Cyrus E. PETERS15, 19, 106 on 30 Nov 1892 in Ogden, ChampaignCo., Illinois.19 Cyrus was born on 21 Sep 1871 in Mayview, Champaign Co.,Illinois19, 106 and died on 30 Dec 1893106 at age 22.

Marriage notes for Cyrus and Minnie: They were married by A. J. Bowers, MG.19

Additional notes for Cyrus E. PETERS:

• At the time of his marriage on 30 Nov 1892, Cyrus was employed as a farmer inMayview, Champaign Co., Illinois.19

Minnie next married Edward Harrison PETERS28, 37, 39 in Apr 1911.39 Edward was born on 9 Jan 1870 in Mayview, Champaign Co., Illinois,28, 37, 39 died on4 May 1953 in St. Joseph Township, Champaign Co., Illinois39 at age 83, and wasburied on 6 May 1953 in Mayview, Champaign Co., Illinois (Mt. Olive Cemetery).39 They had no children.

Additional notes for Edward and Minnie:

• Minnie's obituary says that this couple was married in 1901.39

Additional notes for Edward Harrison PETERS:

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, Edward worked as a farmer in St.Joseph Township, Champaign Co., Illinois.28

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, he lived at ??? Old State Road in St.



Joseph Township, Champaign Co., Illinois.37 He worked as a farmer.

• His obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 4 May 1953 reads... "Edward Harrison Peters, 83, died at 7:30 a.m. Monday (May 4, 1953) at his homein St. Joseph. The body was removed to the Freese funeral home, St. Joseph, where itwill remain until the time of the funeral. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday from the St. Joseph Church of Christwith H. M. Ridlen, pastor, officiating. Burial will be in Mt. Olive cemetery, Mayview. Mr. Peters was born Jan. 9, 1870, in St. Joseph, son of William and Rozan HaroldPeters. He married Lucy Stanner, who died a year following their marriage. He wasmarried to Alta Penny and to this union a son, Clarence, was born. The son surviveshis parents. In April, 1911, he was married to Minnie Freeman, who survives. Besides his wife, Mr. Peters leaves two half-sisters, Mrs. Faye Trimble, Oakwood,and Mrs. Walter Vinson, Peoria; a half-brother, Frank Peters, Charlotte, Mich., andfive grandchildren. Mr. Peters lived in the St. Joseph community all of his life and was engaged infarming. He was a member of the Church of Christ."39

M vi. Ezra C. FREEMAN13, 15, 16, 28, 37, 68 was born on 12 Dec 1875 in Illinois13, 15, 16, 28,

37, 68 and died on 15 May 196868 at age 92.

Additional notes for Ezra C. FREEMAN:

• At the time of the 1900 U.S. Federal Census, Ezra worked as a farm laborer in LickCreek Township, Van Buren Co., Iowa.15

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a tractor engineer inFairfield, Jefferson Co., Iowa.28

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Ezra worked as a farm drainagecontractor in Fairfield, Jefferson Co., Iowa.37

62 F vii. Iva FREEMAN13, 15, 16, 28, 37, 62, 68 was born on 22 Oct 1878 in Illinois13, 15, 16, 28,

68 and died on 15 Jul 196768 at age 88.

F viii. Gracie FREEMAN62, 107 was born Cal 23 Sep 1885 in Illinois,107 died on 29Jun 1886 in Ogden, Champaign Co., Illinois,107 and was buried on 30 Jun 1886 inChampaign Co., Illinois (Robbins Cemetery).107

Additional notes for Gracie FREEMAN:

• Chapman's Portrait & Biographical Album of Champaign Co, Illinois says thatGracie was born about Sep 1865.62 It also says she died on 18 Jun 1866.


63 M ix. Lewis S. FREEMAN15 was born on 18 Jul 1887 in Ogden Township, ChampaignCo., Illinois15, 16, 28, 37, 68, 76 and died in May 196868 at age 80.



F x. Lena FREEMAN15, 16 was born in Oct 1892 in Illinois15, 16 and died between 1910and 1962.16, 39

20. Eunice LEE15, 16, 18, 25, 28, 37 (William Henry 2, William Henry 1) was born on 26 Jul 1859 inHomer, Champaign Co., Illinois,13, 15, 16, 18, 25, 28, 37 died on 15 Oct 1935 in Garber, Garfield Co.,Oklahoma25 at age 76, and was buried on 19 Oct 1935 in Louisburg, Miami Co., Kansas.25

Additional notes for Eunice LEE:

• Other sources say Eunice was born in Iowa.28

• Other sources say Eunice died in 1935 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Co., Oklahoma.

Eunice married Jabez Gilyard "Jobey" MOORE13, 15, 16, 25, 28, 37, 108 on 7 Sep 1879 in Bedford,Taylor Co., Iowa.13, 15, 16, 25, 28, 37 Jobey was born on 12 Mar 1856 in Appanoose Co., Iowa13, 15, 16,

25, 28, 37, 108 and died on 22 Nov 1930 in Everett, Snohomish Co., Washington108 at age 74.

Additional notes for Jabez Gilyard "Jobey" MOORE:

• Other sources say Jobey was born in Illinois.37

• At the time of the 1880 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a farmer in Washington, Taylor Co.,Iowa.13

• At the time of the 1900 U.S. Federal Census, Jobey worked as a saw-mill engineer in SugarLoaf Township, Sebastian Co., Arkansas.15

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a farmer in Hon Township, ScottCo., Arkansas.16

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, Jobey worked as an oil field st??? in WalnutTownship, Butler Co., Kansas.28

The known children of Jobey and Eunice were:

64 M i. Jesse Pearl MOORE13, 15, 16, 25, 28, 76 was born on 4 Jun 1880 in Bedford, Taylor Co.,Iowa13, 15, 16, 25, 76 and died on 30 Apr 1927 in Seattle, King Co., Washington25 at age46.

65 F ii. Izora Dakota "Iza" MOORE16, 28, 37, 94 was born on 20 Nov 1885 in Rapid City,Pennington Co., South Dakota,15, 25, 28, 37, 94 died on 4 Feb 1964 in Ukiah,Mendocino Co., California25, 94 at age 78, and was buried on 7 Feb 1964 in Ukiah,Mendocino Co., California.25

66 M iii. Orta Leo MOORE15, 16, 37, 68, 76, 94 was born on 20 Oct 1889 in Peadmont, MeadeCo., South Dakota15, 28, 37, 68, 94 and died on 22 Aug 1972 in Butte Co., California68, 94 at age 82.

67 M iv. Arblay Russel MOORE28, 68, 76 was born on 21 Feb 1898 in Oklahoma IndianTerritory15, 16, 28, 37, 68, 76 and died on 11 Apr 1966 in Tarrant Co., Texas68, 109 at age68.

21. Oda A. LEE13, 15, 16, 37, 65 (William Henry 2, William Henry 1) was born on 28 Oct 1871 inPleasanton, Decatur Co., Iowa,13, 15, 25, 27, 28, 37, 65 died on 8 Jan 195765 at age 85, and was buried inLouisburg, Miami Co., Kansas (Louisburg Cemetery).65



Additional notes for Oda A. LEE:

• Other sources say that Oda was born about 1873 in Iowa.16

• At the time of the 1900 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a day laborer in Galveston,Galveston Co., Texas.15

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, Oda worked as a farmer in Middle CreekTownship, Miami Co., Kansas.16

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a farmer in Wea Township, MiamiCo., Kansas.28

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Oda worked as a farmer in Wea Township,Miami Co., Kansas.37

Oda married Unknown (LEE)28 before 1909.28 Unknown was born in Illinois28 and died before1910.16

The known children of Oda and Unknown were:

F i. Anabell LEE28 was born about 1909 in Missouri.28

Oda next married Lura Mae (LEE)37 about 1913.28, 37, 65 Lura was born on 29 Oct 1888 in OklahomaIndian Territory,28, 37, 65 died on 27 Mar 197165 at age 82, and was buried in Louisburg, Miami Co.,Kansas (Louisburg Cemetery).65

The known children of Oda and Lura were:

M i. Dale L. LEE37, 68, 110, 111 was born on 24 Jul 1923 in Kansas,37, 68, 110,

111 died on 17 Nov 1997 in Shawnee Mission, Johnson Co., Kansas (Shawnee MissionMedical Center)68, 110 at age 74, and was buried on 20 Nov 1997 in Louisburg, MiamiCo., Kansas (Louisburg Cemetery).37, 110

Additional notes for Dale L. LEE:

• Dale enlisted in the U.S. Army on 3 Dec 1942 in Fort Leavenworth, LeavenworthCo., Kansas.110

• His obit from The Kansas City Star of 19 Nov 1997 read... "Dale L. Lee, 74, Overland Park, KS, died November 17, 1997, at ShawneeMission Medical Center. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, November20, at Runyan Chapel in Louisburg, KS; burial in Louisburg Cemetery, with militarygraveside services by the Louisburg American Legion. Friends may call 10-10:30a.m. Thursday, November 20, at the chapel. Memorial contributions may be made tothe Louisburg American Legion. (Arrangements: Runyan Funeral Home, Louisburg,KS)."110

22. Iva LEE13, 15, 16, 27, 37, 67 (William Henry 2, William Henry 1) was born on 20 Nov 1874 inGravity, Taylor Co., Iowa,13, 15, 16, 25, 27, 37, 67 died on 16 May 1957 in Bryan, Texas67 at age 82, and wasburied on 18 May 1957 in San Antonio, Bexar Co., Texas (Sunset Memorial Park).67

Additional notes for Iva LEE:

• Her obituary in the San Antonio Light of 17 May 1957 reads...



"Mrs, Iva Lee Scales, age 82, of Bryan, Texas, died there Thursday. Survivors are sons, R. H.Scales, Dixon, Ill., A. L. Scales, Bryan, Texas; sister, Mrs. Essie Millis, San Antonio; brother,Carey Lee, Excelsior Springs, Mo., and 1 grandchild. Service Saturday at 10 o'clock at thePorter Loring chapel with the Rev. W. Earl Waldrop officiating. Interment in Sunset Memorialpark under the direction of Porter Loring"67

Iva married Robert Morrison SCALES15, 16, 37, 64, 112 about 1899.15, 16, 37, 64 Robert wasborn on 2 May 1872 in Quitman, Clarke Co., Mississippi,16, 64 died on 8 Apr 1939 in San Antonio,Bexar Co., Texas64, 112 at age 66, and was buried on 10 Apr 1939 in San Antonio, Bexar Co., Texas(Sunset Memorial Park).64

Additional notes for Robert Morrison SCALES:

• Other sources say that Robert was born about 1873 in Quitman, Clarke Co., Mississippi.112

• Other sources say that he was born in May 1873 in Alabama.15

• Other sources say that Robert was born about 1873 in Missouri.37

• At the time of the 1900 U.S. Federal Census, he lived at 1716 ??? in Galveston, Galveston Co.,Texas.15 He worked as a clerk.

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, Robert lived at 1524 Matamoros in San Antonio,Bexar Co., Texas.16 He worked as a wholesale dry goods salesman.

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, he lived at 1524 Saunders Avenue in SanAntonio, Bexar Co., Texas.37 He worked as a government clerk.

• His obituary in the San Antonio Express of 10 Apr 1939 reads... "Funeral services will be held Monday afternoon for Robert Morrison Scales, 65, chief clerk inthe finance branch at Fort Sam Houston, who died Saturday. Rev. D. R. Lindley will officiate.Burial services will be under the auspices of the Knights of Pythias. His home was at 1650 West Mulberry Avenue. Scales was a native of Quitman, Miss., and hadlived here 32 years. He was a member of the Elks Lodge. Surviving are; Widow, Mrs. Iva Scales, San Antonio; two sons, R. H. Scales of Dixon, Ill., and A.L. Scales of Tallulah, La.; three brothers, T. H. Scales of New York, C. E. Scales of Ridgewood,N. J., and Dr. W. W. Scales of Mobile, Ala.; and a sister, Miss Mamie Scales of Mobile."112

The known children of Robert and Iva were:

M i. Robert Henry SCALES15, 16, 37, 68, 76 was born on 2 May 1900 in Texas15, 16, 37, 68,

76 and died in Aug 196868 at age 68.

Additional notes for Robert Henry SCALES:

• Robert registered for the WWI draft on 9 Sep 1918 in San Antonio, Bexar Co.,Texas.76

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Robert lived at 1020 Third St. inDixon, Lee Co., Illinois.37 He worked as a civil engineer for the state highways.

Robert married Hazel GREER37, 68 about 1929.37 Hazel was born on 14 Jul 1906 inIllinois37, 68 and died on 30 Oct 200168 at age 95.



M ii. Arden L. SCALES16, 68, 113 was born on 1 Mar 1903 in Texas,16, 68, 113 died on 16 Feb 2004 in Weslaco, Hidalgo Co., Texas (John Knox Village MedicalCenter)68, 113 at age 100, and was buried on 25 Feb 2004 in Bryan, Brazos Co.,Texas (Steep Hollow Cemetery).113

Additional notes for Arden L. SCALES:

• His obituary in the Valley Morning Star of 23 Feb 2004 reads... "Arden Scales, 100, passed away February 16, 2004 at John Knox Village MedicalCenter in Weslaco. He was born on March 1, 1903, in Houston, Texas to Robert andIva (Lee) Scales. He served his country in the United States Navy during World WarII as a member of the Seabee's Construction Batallion. He had graduated from A&MUniversity with a degree in Entomology. During is career with the United StatesDepartment of Agriculture, he was named one of the top ten entomologists in theworld. He was preceded in death by his wife, Agnes (Bennie) Scales. He is survived by his nephew, Otis J. Waguespack of Mandeville, La. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, February 24, 2004 at 11 a.m. at JohnKnox Village Chapel in Weslaco, with the Rev. Howard Bloomquist, Chaplainofficiating the service. Interment will take place on Wednesday, February 25, 2004 at1 p.m. at Steep Hollow Cemetery in Bryan, TX. Arrangements are under the direction of McCaleb Funeral Home ofWeslaco."113

• Arden SCALES, at age 100, is the longest living descendant of William HenryLEE.

Arden married Agnes "Bennie" BENDER.64, 113 Bennie was born on 22 Aug1903 in New Orleans, Orleans Parish, Louisiana,64 died on 30 May 1959 in Houston,Harris Co., TX (Methodist Hospital)64 at age 55, and was buried about 1 Jun 1959 inBryan, Brazos Co., Texas (Steep Hollow Cemetery).64 They had no children.

23. Essie A. LEE15, 16, 27, 28, 37, 64, 68, 69 (William Henry 2, William Henry 1) was bornon 2 Jul 1877 in Gravity, Taylor Co., Iowa,13, 16, 25, 27, 28, 37, 64, 68 died on 26 Jan 1973 in San Antonio,Bexar Co., Texas (Woodlawn Hills Nursing Home)64, 68, 69 at age 95, and was buried on 27 Jan 1973 inBexar Co., Texas (North Mission Burial Park).64

Additional notes for Essie A. LEE:

• Other sources say that Essie was born in Jul 1878 in Iowa.15

• She worked as a vocational nurse.64

• At the time of her death on 26 Jan 1973, Essie resided at/on 403 Danview Lane in San Antonio,Bexar Co., Texas.64

• Essie was the last living grandchild of William Henry Lee.

Essie married Charles T. MILLIS16, 28, 37, 64 about 1900.15, 16, 28, 37 Charles was born on 1 Apr 1869 in



Galveston Co., Texas,16, 28, 37, 64 died on 8 Jun 1944 in Houston, Harris Co., Texas64 at age 75, and wasburied on 10 Jun 1944 in Galveston Co., Texas.64

Additional notes for Charles T. MILLIS:

• Other sources say that Charles was born in Apr 1868 in Texas.15

• At the time of the 1900 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a salesman in Galveston, GalvestonCo., Texas.15

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, Charles lived at 2702 ??? in Galveston, GalvestonCo., Texas.16 He worked as a manager (dry goods).

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, he lived at 1514 ??? in Dallas, Dallas Co.,Texas.28 He worked as a store manager.

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Charles lived at 4615 Sycamore Street in Dallas,Dallas Co., Texas.37 He worked as a wholesale merchant.

The known children of Charles and Essie were:

68 M i. Charles Theodore "Charlie" MILLIS Jr.16, 28, 37, 68, 114 was born on 21 Dec 1900 inTexas16, 28, 37, 68 and died on 1 Apr 1975 in Bexar Co., Texas68, 114 at age 74.

24. Florence E. LEE13, 15, 19, 20, 28, 38, 39 (Aaron 2, William Henry 1) was born on 6 Apr 1864east of Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois,13, 15, 16, 19, 20, 28, 37, 38, 39 died on 7 Aug 1949 in Kansas City,Jackson Co., Missouri39 at age 85, and was buried on 10 Aug 1949 in Fairmount, Vermilion Co., Illinois(Fairmount Cemetery).39

Additional notes for Florence E. LEE:

• Other sources say that Florence was born about 1866 in Illinois.28

• At the time of the 1900 U.S. Federal Census, she lived at ??? Benton Street in Fairmount,Vermilion Co., Illinois.15

• At the time of her brother's death on 5 Aug 1922, Florence resided in Chicago, Cook Co.,Illinois.39

• At the time of her sister's death on 9 Mar 1931, she resided in Champaign, Champaign Co.,Illinois.39

• At the time of her death on 7 Aug 1949, Florence resided in Kansas City, Jackson Co.,Missouri.39

• Her obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 9 Sep 1949 reads... "Funeral services for Mrs. Florence Egy, 85, Kansas City, Mo., formerly of Urbana,Fairmount and Homer, will be conducted at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Carrington funeralhome in Fairmount. Burial will be in Fairmount cemetery. The body arrived Tuesday and was taken to the funeral home, where it will remain. Mrs. Egy died Sunday in Kansas City, where she had been making her home with a son. Shesuffered a stroke in January and had been ill since that time. Born east of Homer on April 6, 1864, she was a daughter of Aaron and Margaret Hickman Lee.



She was married to Homer H. Egy who died May 9, 1895 in Fairmount. Mrs. Egy lived in Urbana from 1902-43 with the exception of a few years when she lived inChicago with a daughter, Mrs. Bessie Harris, who died in 1924. The past six years she had livedwith a son, Willard, of Kansas City. From early summer until mid-December last year, shevisited in Homer with a sister, Mrs. Cora Rutan. She was a former member of the First Presbyterian church in Urbana, and the RavenwoodPresbyterian church in Chicago. Mrs. Egy leaves one son, Willard L. Egy, Kansas City; one sister, Mrs. Rutan, and one brother,Roy Lee, both of Homer; two grandchildren, and one great-grandchild."39

Florence married Homer H. EGY19 on 20 Jan 1884 in Vermilion Co., Illinois.19 Homer was bornabout 1861 in Ohio19 and died on 9 May 189539 about age 34.

Marriage notes for Homer and Florence: They were married by M. E. Moore, MG.19

Additional notes for Homer H. EGY:

• Other sources say Homer was born in Illinois.16, 28

The known children of Homer and Florence were:

69 M i. Willard Leo EGY15, 16, 28, 37, 68, 76, 115 was born on 15 Jun 1885 in Illinois15, 16, 28, 37,

68, 76 and died in May 197668 at age 90.

M ii. Homer Frank EGY15, 28, 40, 76 was born on 9 Jul 1887 in Fairmount, Vermilion Co.,Illinois,15, 28, 40, 76 died on 1 Aug 1936116 at age 49, and was buried on 4 Aug 1936 inChicago, Cook Co., Illinois (Mount Auburn Cemetery).116

Additional notes for Homer Frank EGY:

• Homer registered for the WWI draft on 5 Jun 1917 in Chicago, Cook Co., Illinois.76

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, Homer lived at 852 Belden Avenue inChicago, Cook Co., Illinois.28 He worked as a laundry foreman.

• Other sources say Homer died on 1 Aug 1935 in Proviso Township, Cook Co.,Illinois.40

• His obituary in the Chicago Daily Tribune of 2 Aug 1936 reads... "Homer F. Egy, beloved husband of Bernice F. Egy. Funeral services at 10 a. m.Tuesday at chapel at 2346 W. Madison street. Interment Mount Auburn."116

Homer married Bernice F. (EGY)28, 116 between 1917 and 1920.76, 116 Bernice wasborn about 1899 in Illinois.28

Additional notes for Bernice F. (EGY):

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, Bernice worked as a candy storesaleslady in Chicago, Cook Co., Illinois.28

F iii. Bessie EGY15 was born in Oct 1890 in Illinois15 and died in 192439 at age 34.

Bessie married Unknown HARRIS.39



25. Willard Edwin LEE13, 15, 16, 20, 28, 39, 75 (Aaron 2, William Henry 1) was born on 5 May 1866near Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois,13, 15, 16, 20, 28, 39 died on 5 Aug 1922 in Champaign, Champaign Co.,Illinois39, 40 at age 56, and was buried in La Plata Township, Macon Co., Missouri.39

Additional notes for Willard Edwin LEE:

• At the time of his marriage on 29 Jan 1896, Willard resided in Locust Hill, Knox Co.,Missouri.75

• At the time of the 1900 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a farmer in La Plata Township,Macon Co., Missouri.15

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, Willard worked as a carpenter in Champaign,Champaign Co., Illinois.16

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a carpenter in Champaign,Champaign Co., Illinois.28

• His obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 6 Aug 1922 reads... "Willard Edwin Lee died at 7:30 o'clock Saturday evening at his home, 313 South Prairiestreet after an extended illness. Mr. Lee was born near Homer on May 5, 1866, but had residedin this city for several years. He leaves two daughters, Ethel and Edna; five sisters, Mrs. FloraEgy of Chicago, Mrs. Cora Rutan of Fithian, Miss Iva Lee at home, Mrs. P. L. McPheeters, ofthis city and Mrs. J. B. Salladay, of Danville, and one brother, Roy, of Homer. Funeral services will be held at 2 Sunday afternoon at the home and the body will be taken toLaPlata, Mo., where burial will be made beside his wife, who died 13 years ago."39

Willard married Nora A. HUNTER15, 75 on 29 Jan 1896 in probably Locust Hill, Knox Co.,Missouri.15, 39, 75 Nora was born in Mar 1870 in Missouri,15 died about 190939 about age 39, andwas buried in La Plata Township, Macon Co., Missouri.39

The known children of Willard and Nora were:

F i. Edna Alice LEE28, 37, 39, 106 was born on 28 Jan 1909 in La Plata Township, MaconCo., Missouri,16, 28, 37, 39 died on 28 Oct 1963 in Urbana, Champaign Co., Illinois(Mercy Hospital)39 at age 54, and was buried on 31 Oct 1963 in Urbana Township,Champaign Co., Illinois (Woodlawn Cemetery).39 (twin)

Additional notes for Edna Alice LEE:

• Edna was a member of the freshman class at Champaign High School in Sep1923.106

• At the time of her aunt's death on 9 Mar 1931, Edna resided in Champaign,Champaign Co., Illinois.39

• Her obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 29 Oct 1963 reads... "Mrs. Edna L. Reinhold, 54, Route 2, Lake Sara, Effingham, former Urbanaresident, died at 12:15 p.m. Monday (Oct. 28, 1963) at Mercy Hospital, U, where shehad been a patient since Sept. 25. Prior to moving to Effingham over a year ago, Mrs. Reinhold was employed in thepublic relations office of Mercy Hospital. Previously, she had been employed as



secretary for Penn Mutual Life Insurance Co., Champaign. Born Jan. 28, 1909 in LaPlata, Mo., Mrs. Reinhold was the daughter of Willard andNora Hunter Lee. Her marriage to Elmer Reinhold took place May 20, 1940 in SanFrancisco, Calif. She leaves her husband, and a twin sister, Mrs. Nora Ethel Noel,Phoenix, Ariz. Mrs. Reinhold was a graduate of Champaign High School and the University ofIllinois. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church, Champaign, and was amember of Unit 71, American Legion Auxiliary. Funeral services will take place at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Renner Funeral Home, Rev.Malcolm Nygren, pastor, First Presbyterian Church, C, will officiate, and intermentwill be in Woodlawn Cemetery. Visitation at Renner Chapel will take place from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday."39

Edna married Elmer F. REINHOLD39, 68, 106 on 20 May 1940 in San Francisco, SanFrancisco Co., California.39 Elmer was born on 4 Jun 1906,68 died in Dec 198068 atage 74, and was buried in Urbana Township, Champaign Co., Illinois (WoodlawnCemetery).106 They had no children.

F ii. Nora Ethel LEE16, 28, 37, 68, 106, 117 was born on 28 Jan 1909 in La Plata Township,Macon Co., Missouri,16, 28, 37, 68, 117 died on 31 Jul 199368, 117 at age 84, and was buriedon 5 Aug 1993.117 (twin)

Additional notes for Nora Ethel LEE:

• Ethel was a member of the freshman class at Champaign High School in Sep1923.106

• At the time of her aunt's death on 9 Mar 1931, Nora resided in Champaign,Champaign Co., Illinois.39

• Her obituary in the Arizona Republic of 4 Aug 1993 reads... "Nora Ethel Noel, 84, of Phoenix, a retired nurse's aide, died July 31, 1993. Shewas born in La Plata, Mo., and was a member of Phoenix Memorial HospitalAuxiliary. Services: 9 a.m. Thursday, Bloom Mortuary, 3800 S. Central, withvisitation one hour before services. Contributions: Community Hospice, 7100 E.Mescal St., Scottsdale, AZ 85264, or South Mountain Community Church, 717 E.Southern, Phoenix, AZ 85040."117

Nora married Leroy Harold CEIBERT68, 106, 118 about 26 Jan 1931.106 Themarriage ended in divorce about 1950. Leroy was born on 1 Jan 1911 in Iowa,68, 106,

118 died on 5 May 199468 at age 83, and was buried in Champaign, Champaign Co.,Illinois (Roselawn Cemetery).106

Additional notes for Leroy and Nora:

• Leroy and Nora applied to be married in Champaign Co., Illinois on 26 Jan 1931.106



Additional notes for Leroy Harold CEIBERT:

• His surname was also spelled Siebert.39

• Leroy enlisted in the U.S. Army on 17 Apr 1942 in Illinois.118

Nora next married Raymond F. NOEL68, 106, 117 about 23 Jun 1951.106, 117 Raymond was born on 9 May 1908 in Illinois,68, 106, 117 died on 9 Jan 197268, 117 at age63, and was buried about 11 Jan 1972 in Maricopa Co., Arizona (East ResthavenCemetery).117

Additional notes for Raymond and Nora:

• Raymond and Nora applied to be married in Champaign Co., Illinois on 23 Jun1951.106

Additional notes for Raymond F. NOEL:

• His obituary in the Arizona Republic of 10 Jan 1972 reads... "Services for Raymond F. Noel, 64, who died Wednesday in his home, 6424 S.Fourth Ave., will be at 11 a.m. tomorrow in Grimshaw Bloom Chapel, 3800 S.Central Ave. Burial will be in East Resthaven ark <sic> Cemetery. Mr. Noel, who was born in Illinois, came to Phoenix in 1952 from Champaign, Ill.He was a collector for the City of Phoenix Water Department for 12 years until hisretirement in 1966. He was an Army veteran of World War II. Survivors include his wife, Nora; a daughter, Mrs.Bonnie Pearson of Marquette,Mich.; three brothers and a sister out of state, and two grandchildren. Friends may call from 4 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home."117

Tombstone of John & CoraRutan

26. Cora I. LEE13, 15, 16, 20, 28, 37, 38, 39 (Aaron 2, William Henry 1) was born on 19 Jan 1870 in Illinois,10, 13, 15, 16, 19, 20, 28, 37, 38 died on 26 Feb1950 in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois10, 38, 39, 40 at age 80, and was buried on 1Mar 1950 in Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Davis Cemetery).10, 38, 39

Additional notes for Cora I. LEE:

• Cora spent most of her life residing near Homer, Champaign Co.,Illinois.39

• Her obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 27 Feb 1950 reads... "Funeral services will be Wednesday for Mrs. Cora Lee Rutan, 80, life Iong resident of Homer,who died at 12:30 a.m. Sunday at her home. She leaves 51 descendants. Death was due to a heart attack. Four years ago Mrs. Rutan suffered a broken hip and had beenconfined to a walker at her home since. Services Wednesday will be at 2 p.m. at the Methodist Church, with Reverend C. E. Johnsonofficiating, assisted by Reverend B. M. Petty of MansfieId. Burial will be in Davis cemetery, eastof Homer."39



Cora married John Henry RUTAN15, 16, 28, 37, 39 on 20 Dec 1888 in Vermilion Co., Illinois (bride'shouse).19 John was born on 20 Dec 1860 near Fairmount, Vermilion Co., Illinois,15, 16, 19, 28, 37,

39 died on 30 Jun 1940 in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois10, 39, 40 at age 79, and was buried on 2 Jul1940 in Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Davis Cemetery).10, 39

Marriage notes for John and Cora: Their marriage was certified by ?. ?. Coolley Minister,Fairmount, Ill. W. E. Lee (brother Willard?) was a witness.19

Additional notes for John Henry RUTAN:

• Other sources say John was born in Pennsylvania.28, 37


• His obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 1 Jul 1940 reads... "John Henry Rutan, 79, retired farmer, died at 3:15 a.m. Sunday at his home here of cancer.He had been illl the past five years, and bedfast six weeks. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Tuesday from the Homer Methodist Church withReverand B. M. Petty, pastor, in charge. Burial will be in Davis cemetery east of here, with theCarrington funeral service of Fairmount in charge, assisted by Charles Kizer. Mr. Rutan was born Dec. 20 1860, near Fairmount, a son of John and Nancy Rutan. On Dec.20, 1888 he was married to Cora Lee and in the spring of 1889 they moved to the Rutan farmnortheast of here. A son Carl resides there now. In 1924 Mr. Rutan retired from farming and moved to town. He was a member of the Biddle school board while he lived on the farm, and was a member ofthe Homer high school board of education from 1919 until 1935, being president of the board anumber of years. He was a road commisioner in Vance township and was also a member of the village board forone term. He has been a member of and was active in the Homer Methodist church for manyyears. He was a member of the church board an number of years, and was a steward at the timeof his death. Surviving are the widow, six sons, Joseph, at home; Allen, Homer; Carl, Fithian; Kenneth,Bismarck; Howard, Tuscola; and Fred Rutan; three daughters, May and Mabel, at home; andMrs. Jennie Kizer, Homer; 19 grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren; two brothers, Nathanand Will, both of Fairmount; and a sister, Mrs. Ruth Fruitts, Fairmount."39

The known children of John and Cora were:

70 M i. Frederick Harrison "Fred" RUTAN15, 16, 28, 36, 37, 39, 76 was born on 17 Oct1889 northeast of Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois,15, 16, 28, 36, 39, 76 died on 12 Dec1954 in Cripple Creek, Teller Co., Colorado39 at age 65, and was buried in CrippleCreek, Teller Co., Colorado.39

71 M ii. Allen Lloyd RUTAN15, 16, 28, 37, 38, 39, 76 was born on 1 May 1891 in Fithian,Vermilion Co., Illinois,15, 16, 28, 37, 38, 39, 76 died on 9 Sep 1978 in Champaign,



Champaign Co., Illinois (Burnham City Hospital)38, 39 at age 87, and was buried on11 Sep 1978 in Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Davis Cemetery).38, 39

72 M iii. Kenneth Leroy RUTAN15, 16, 28, 37, 38 was born on 1 Jun 1893 in Oakwood Township,Vermilion Co., Illinois,15, 16, 28, 37, 38 died on 16 Dec 196638 at age 73, and was buriedin Oakwood, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Oakwood Cemetery).38

73 M iv. Carl McKinley RUTAN15, 16, 28, 37, 38, 39, 76 was born on 27 Feb 1895 in Fithian,Vermilion Co., Illinois,15, 16, 37, 38, 39, 76 died on 21 Oct 1975 in Danville, VermilionCo., Illinois (St. Elizabeth Hospital)38, 39 at age 80, and was buried on 24 Oct 1975 inHomer, Champaign Co., Illinois (Homer G.A.R.).38, 39

74 F v. Jennie Pauline RUTAN15, 16, 28, 37, 38, 39, 41 was born on 25 Jun 1897 inFithian, Vermilion Co., Illinois,15, 16, 28, 37, 38, 39, 41 died on 21 Jun 1991 in Urbana,Champaign Co., Illinois (Champaign County Nursing Home)38, 39, 41 at age 93, andwas buried on 24 Jun 1991 in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois (Homer G.A.R.).38, 39,

41

F vi. Laura Mae "May" RUTAN15, 16, 28, 37, 39, 68 was born on 29 Apr 1899 in Fithian,Vermilion Co., Illinois,15, 16, 28, 37, 39, 68 died on 24 Jan 1987 in Urbana, ChampaignCo., Illinois (Champaign County Nursing Home)39, 68 at age 87, and was buried on 26Jan 1987 in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois (Homer G.A.R.).39

Additional notes for Laura Mae "May" RUTAN:

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, May worked as a telephone operatorin Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois.37

• At the time of her father's death on 30 Jun 1940, she resided in Homer, ChampaignCo., Illinois.39

• At the time of her brother's death on 12 Dec 1954, May resided in Ohio.39

• At the time of her brother's death on 21 May 1974, she resided in Huron, Erie Co.,Ohio.39

• May appears to have moved back to Homer about 1975.39

• Her obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 25 Jan 1897 reads... "May Perry, 87, of Homer died at 4:15 a.m. Saturday (Jan. 24, 1987) at theChampaign County Nursing Home, Urbana. Funeral services will begin at 2 p.m. Monday at Carrington Funeral Home,Fairmount, the Rev. Hugo Lopez officiating. Burial will be in Homer GAR cemetery. Visitation will be one hour before services at the funeral home. Mrs. Perry was born April 29, 1899, in Fithian, Vance Township, a daughter of JohnHenry and Cora Lee Rutan. She married Crawford Clay Perry on Sept. 24, 1950. Hepreceded her in death in 1978. Survivors include a sister, Jennie Kizer of Homer. She was preceded in death by six brothers and a sister.



Mrs. Perry worked as a telephone operator in the Homer office of the telephonecompany. Memorials may be made to the Homer United Methodist Church."39

May married Crawford Clay PERRY39, 68 on 24 Sep 1950 in Berlin Heights. ErieCo., Ohio.39 Crawford was born on 26 Jul 1909 in Spencer, Ohio,68 died on 16Apr 1978 in Champaign, Champaign Co., Illinois (Burnham City Hospital)39, 68 at age68, and was buried on 19 Apr 1978 in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois (HomerG.A.R.).39 They had no children.

Additional notes for Crawford Clay PERRY:

• His obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 18 Apr 1978 reads... "Crawford Clay Perry, 68, of Homer, died at 9:15 p.m. Sunday (April 16, 1978) atBurnham City Hospital, Champaign. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Carrington Funeral Home,Fairmount, with the Rev. Harry Deffley officiating. Burial will be in the G.A.R.Cemetery, Homer. Visitation is from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. There will be a Masonicservice at 7:30 p.m. Mr. Perry was born July 26, 1909, in Spencer, Ohio, a son of Crawford C. and VeraWelsh Perry. He married May Rutan on Sept. 24, 1950, in Berlin Heights, Ohio. She survives, along with four sisters, Ethel Johnston of Indiana, Pa., and Flora ,Lillie and Vera Perry, all of Huron, Ohio; a brother, Edward, of Oberlin, Ohio; andseveral nieces and nephews. He was retired after 30 years with the Fireland Community Bank, Huron, Ohio. Hemoved to Homer in 1975. He was member of Homer United Methodist Church, Homer Masonic Lodge No.199, and the Sandusky (Ohio) Stamp Club. He served in the Air Force and the OhioNational Guard. He had taught chess at the Huron, Ohio, grade school, and also at the Homer andSidney grade schools. Memorials may be made to Homer United Methodist Church."39



Tombstone of Mabel A.Rutan

F vii. Mabel A. RUTAN16, 28, 38, 39 was born on 5 Oct 1901in Fithian, Vermilion Co., Illinois,16, 28, 37, 38, 39 died on 23Jan 1983 in Champaign, Champaign Co., Illinois (Family TreeNursing Home)38, 39 at age 81, and was buried on 27 Jan1983 in Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois (DavisCemetery).38, 39

Additional notes for Mabel A. RUTAN:

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Mabel worked as a music teacher inHomer, Champaign Co., Illinois.37

• Mabel spent most of her life residing in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois.39

• Her obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 24 Jan 1983 reads... "Mabel Rutan, 81, of Homer died at 7 a.m. Sunday (Jan. 23, 1983) at the FamilyTree Nursing Home in Champaign. Funeral services will be from 10:30 a.m. Thursday at the Carririgton Funeral Homein Fairmount, the Rev. Gary Fritz officiating. Burial will be in Davis Cemetery west of Fairmount. Visitation will be from 3 to 6 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Miss Rutan was born Oct. 5, 1901, near Fithian, a daughter of John and Cora LeeRutan. Survivors include two sisters, Jennie Kizer and Mae Perry, both of Homer. She was preceded in death by six brothers. Mrs. Rutan had been a piano teacher in Homer for several years. She was a member of the Homer United Methodist Church, the church's Sundayschool class and the United Methodist Women. Memorials may be made to the United Methodist Church or the donor'schoice."39


Tombstone of Joseph E.Rutan

M viii. Joseph E. RUTAN16, 28, 37, 38, 39 was born on 11Aug 1904 in Fithian, Vermilion Co., Illinois,16, 28, 37, 38,

39 died on 21 May 1974 in Champaign Co., Illinois(Champaign County Nursing Home)38, 39 at age 69, andwas buried on 24 May 1974 in Vance Township, VermilionCo., Illinois (Davis Cemetery).38, 39

Additional notes for Joseph E. RUTAN:

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Joseph lived at



4307 Monroe Street in Chicago, Cook Co., Illinois.37 He worked as a new carserver.

• At the time of his father's death on 30 Jun 1940, he resided in Homer, ChampaignCo., Illinois.39

• At the time of his brother's death on 12 Dec 1954, Joseph resided in Homer,Champaign Co., Illinois.39

• His obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 22 May 1974 reads... "Funeral services for Joseph E. Rutan, 69, Homer, will be at 2 p.m. Friday atCarrington Funeral Home, Fairmount, with Rev. Harry Deffley officiating. Burialwill be at Davis Cemetery, Fairmount. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Mr. Rutan died Tuesday morning (May 21, 1974) at Champaign County NursingHome, where he had resided since Jan. 5. He was born Aug. 11, 1904 at Fithian, a son of John H. and Cora Lee Rutan. He is survived by two brothers, Carl, Fithian, and Allen, Homer; three sisters, MissMabel Rutan, with whom he lived, and Mrs. Chester (Jennie) Kizer, both of Homer,and Mrs. Clay (May) Perry, Huron, Ohio; eight nieces; and 14 nephews. He was preceded in death by three brothers. He was a member of the Homer United Methodist Church and the Vermilion CountyFarm Bureau. He graduated from a mechanical trade school in Chicago and served as statesuperintendent of highway maintenance. He was a former precinct committeemanfor South Homer Township for many years. He had lived in Homer since 1924."39


75 M ix. Howard Davis RUTAN16, 28, 37, 38, 106 was born on 7 Apr 1906 in Homer, ChampaignCo., Illinois,16, 28, 37, 38 died on 4 Mar 196438 at age 57, and was buried in Tuscola,Douglas Co., Illinois.38

27. Amy Frances LEE13, 15, 16, 19, 28, 37, 39 (Aaron 2, William Henry 1) was born on 5 Aug 1876near Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois,13, 15, 16, 28, 37, 39 died on 16 Sep 1947 in St. Petersburg, Pinellas Co.,Florida39 at age 71, and was buried in St. Petersburg, Pinellas Co., Florida.39

Additional notes for Amy Frances LEE:

• At the time of her marriage on 31 Dec 1901, Amy resided in Champaign, Champaign Co.,Illinois.19, 39

• At the time of her sister's death on 9 Mar 1931, she resided in Danville, Vermilion Co.,



Illinois.39

• Her obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette reads... "Funeral services will be held at St. Petersburg, Fla., Friday morning for Mrs. Amy Salladay,75, former Homer resident who died in the hospital there Tuesday. She had been hospitalizedsince June with a heart ailment. Mrs. Salladay was born Aug. 5, 1876, east of Homer, daughter of Aaron and Margaret Lee. Shewas married 35 years ago to J. B. Salladay, who was a mortician in Homer and Danville beforethey moved to St. Petersburgh. Two children preceded them in death, and Mr. Salladay died twoyears ago. Surviving are a brother, Roy Lee, Homer; two sisters, Mrs. Florence Egy, Kansas City, Mo., andMrs. Cora Rutan, Homer, and several nieces and nephews. Burial will be at St. Petersburg, Friday."39

Amy married John Baird SALLADAY16, 19, 28, 37, 119, 120 on 31 Dec 1901 in Champaign,Champaign Co., Illinois.19 John was born about 1873 in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois,16, 19, 28,

37 died on 28 Aug 1945 in Pinellas Co., Florida119, 120 about age 72, and was buried in Bay Pines,Pinellas Co., Florida (Bay Pines National Cemetery).120

Marriage notes for John and Amy: They were married by Charles N. Wilder, PresbyterianClergyman.19, 39

Additional notes for John Baird SALLADAY:

• At the time of his marriage on 31 Dec 1901, John was employed as a carpenter in VanceTownship, Vermilion Co., Illinois.19, 39


• John served in the U.S. Army as a 1st Sergeant in WWI.120

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, John lived at 610 Logan Ave. in Danville,Vermilion Co., Illinois.28 He worked as an undertaker.

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, he lived at 10 Ben Harrison in Danville,Vermilion Co., Illinois.37 He worked as an untertaker.

The known children of John and Amy were:

U i. Unknown SALLADAY39 died before 1946.119

U ii. Unknown SALLADAY39 died before 1946.119



Fourth Generation (Great-Grandchildren)

28. Rena STEARNS15, 19, 28, 37, 39 (Lawson STEARNS 3, Elizabeth LEE 2, WilliamHenry 1) was born on 21 Sep 1867 in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois,13, 15, 16, 19, 20, 28, 37, 39 died on 22 Feb 1956 in Indianapolis, Marion Co., Indiana39 at age 88, and was buried on 26 Feb 1956 inHomer, Champaign Co., Illinois (Homer G.A.R.).39

Additional notes for Rena STEARNS:


• At the time of her marriage on 22 Mar 1887, Rena resided in Homer, Champaign Co.,Illinois.19

• Her obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 23 Feb 1956 reads... "Mrs. Rena Peyton, 88, Homer native died Wednesday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. RayHall in Indianapolis, Ind. The body is being brought to the Morehouse Funeral Home in Homer. Funeral services will beconducted at 2 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home with the Rev. Charles Collisson of thePresbyterian Church officiating. Burial will be in GAR Cemetery. She was born in Homer Sept. 21, 1867, the daughter of Lawson and Mandy Stearns. She wasmarried to Fred Peyton, who died 15 years ago. One child also preceded her in death. Survivingare the daughter Mrs. Hall, Indianapolis, Ind.; a grandson, Ray Hall Jr. of Kalamazoo, Mich.:two great-grandchildren; and a sister, Mrs.George Lust of Champaign. Mrs. Peyton left Homer eight years ago to make her home with her daughter."39

Rena married Fred Harvey PEYTON15, 16, 19, 28, 37, 39 on 22 Mar 1887 in Danville, VermilionCo., Illinois.19 Fred was born on 4 Jan 1865 near Springfield, Sangamon Co., Illinois,15, 16, 19, 28, 37,

39 died on 2 Dec 1944 in Champaign Co., Illinois (County Hospital)39 at age 79, and was buried on 5Dec 1944 in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois (Homer G.A.R.).39

Marriage notes for Fred and Rena: They were married by C. H. Little, Minister.19

Additional notes for Fred Harvey PEYTON:

• At the time of his marriage on 22 Mar 1887, Fred was employed as a farmer in Homer,Champaign Co., Illinois.19

• At the time of the 1900 U.S. Federal Census, he lived at ??? Main in Homer, Champaign Co.,Illinois.15 He worked as a farmer.

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, Fred lived at ??? Ellen Street in Homer,Champaign Co., Illinois.16 He worked as a grain merchant.

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, he lived at 106 South Ellen Street in Homer,Champaign Co., Illinois.28 He worked as a grain elevator manager.

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Fred lived at 106 S. Ellen St. in Homer,Champaign Co., Illinois.37 He worked as a grocery merchant.

• His obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 4 Dec 1944 reads...



"Funeral services for Fred Harvey Peyton, 79, who died at 5:30 p.m. Saturday at the countyhospital, will be conducted at 3 p.m. Tuesday at the Morehouse funeral home here. Reverend W.I. Tou_saint will officiate and burial will be in GAR cemetery. Mr. Peyton, who was taken to the hospital Thursday following a stroke, was born nearSpringfield on January 4, 1865, son of Asa H. and Sarah Mallene_ Peyton. He lived nearConkeytown as a youth, making his home with Alvin Stearns after his mother's death. On March22, 1887, he married Rena Stearns. Surviving are the widow, one daughter, Mrs. Ray Hall, Indianapolis, lnd., and a grandson withthe army in Australia. One son, Eugene, preceded him in death."39

The known children of Fred and Rena were:

F i. Mary Hazel PEYTON15, 16, 28, 37, 39 was born on 2 Dec 1891 in Illinois,15, 16, 28,

37, 39 died on 20 Apr 197139 at age 79, and was buried in Homer, Champaign Co.,Illinois (Homer G.A.R.).39

Additional notes for Mary Hazel PEYTON:

• At the time of her uncle's death on 16 Sep 1962, Mary resided in Indianapolis,Marion Co., Indiana.39

• Her obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette reads... "Mrs. Ray (Hazel Peyton) Hall, 79, a resident of Homer for the past year, died at6:30 p.m. Tuesday (April 20, 1971) in American Nursing Center, Urbana, where shehad been a patient since April 1. Services will be at 11 a.m. Friday at the United Methodist Church, Homer, with Rev.Flessner officiating. Burial will be in GAR Cemetery, in Homer. Visitation will befrom 3 to 6 p.m. Thursday at Carrington Funeral Home, Fairmount. The body will betaken to the church at 10 a.m. Friday to lie in state. She was born Dec. 2. 1891. at Homer, a daughter of Fred and Rene Stearns Peyton.She was reared in the Homer vicinity. She was married to Ray Hall Aug. 24, 1912 in her parents' home at Homer. Herhusband survives. Other survivors are a son, Ray Hall Jr. of Portland, Ore.; and two grandchildren. Mrs. Hall was a member of Homer United Methodist Church. She and her family hadlived in Indianapolis, lnd. from 1942 to 1970 before moving back to Homer."39

Mary married Harvey Ray HALL Sr.28, 36, 83, 121 on 24 Aug 1912 in Homer,Champaign Co., Illinois.28, 37, 39 Harvey was born on 10 Oct 1889 in Homer,Champaign Co., Illinois,28, 37, 83, 121 died on 3 Jan 1978 in Clackamas Co.,Oregon83 at age 88, and was buried in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois (HomerG.A.R.).36



Additional notes for Harvey Ray HALL Sr.:

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, Harvey lived at 424 Second Ave. inTerre Haute, Vigo Co., Indiana.28 He worked as a salesman.

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, he lived at 4103 Michigan inLouisville, Jefferson Co., Kentucky.37 He worked as a branch manager in thefurnace industry.

• Harvey registered for the WWII draft on 27 Apr 1942 in Indianapolis, Marion Co.,Indiana.121

M ii. Eugene H. PEYTON15, 28, 39 was born on 9 Sep 1897 in Homer, Champaign Co.,Illinois,15, 16, 28, 39 died on 27 Oct 1926 in Chicago, Cook Co., Illinois39, 40 at age29, and was buried on 30 Oct 1926 in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois (HomerG.A.R.).39

Additional notes for Eugene H. PEYTON:

• His obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 31 Oct 1926 reads... "The funeral services for Eugene Peyton were held at the Presbyterian church at 10o'clock Saturday morning and were conducted by Rev. E. F. Birkett, pastor of thechurch. A military funeral, conducted by the Homer American Legion Post No. 290 tookcharge of the services, both at the church and at the G. A. R. cemetery. Eugene Peyton, only son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Peyton, died in Chicago Wednesdayafternoon from being in a room filled with gas. The body was brought to HomerThursday night. Eugene Peyton was born Sept. 9, 1897, in Homer, where he has spent the most of hislife. He attended the Homer high school, and was the first, accompanied by a schoolchum, Harold Spence, to enlist in the service of the late war in 1917. The boysenlisted the day after war was declared. Both boys were seniors in the local schooland left school before the term ended. They received their diplomas given to them bythe high school. He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Peyton, and a sister, Mrs. Hazel PeytonHall, of Louisville, Ky."39


29. Blanche STEARNS13, 15, 19, 37 (Lawson STEARNS 3, Elizabeth LEE 2, William Henry 1) wasborn in Dec 1869 in Salisbury, Chariton Co., Missouri13, 15, 19, 20 and died between 1930 and 1956.37, 39

Additional notes for Blanche STEARNS:


• Other sources say that Blanche was born about 1871 in Indiana.37

• At the time of her marriage on 30 Aug 1892, she resided in Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.19



• At the time of the 1900 U.S. Federal Census, Blanche lived at 132 Alabama Street inIndianapolis, Marion Co., Indiana.15 She worked as a servant.

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, she lived at 605 Buchanon Street in Indianapolis,Marion Co., Indiana.37 She worked as a servant.

Blanche married George HUFF15, 19, 37, 38 on 30 Aug 1892 in Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.19 George was born in 1861 in Vermilion Co., Illinois,15, 19, 28, 38 died on 14 Nov 191138 at age 50, andwas buried in Danville Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Atherton Cemetery).38

Marriage notes for George and Blanche: They were married by H. W. Funk, MG.19

Additional notes for George HUFF:

• At the time of his marriage on 30 Aug 1892, George resided in Danville, Vermilion Co.,Illinois.19

• Research: The Pape Mortuary web-site lists George as "single" when he died. Did he andBlanche divorce?38

The known children of George and Blanche were:

M i. William D. HUFF15, 38, 68 was born in Jul 1895 in Illinois,15, 16, 28 died on 26Jun 196738, 68 at age 71, and was buried in Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois (DanvilleNational Cemetery).38

Additional notes for William D. HUFF:

• Other sources say that William was born on 30 Jul 1900 in Danville, VermilionCo., Illinois.38, 68

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, he lived in Muncie, Vermilion Co.,Illinois.16

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, William worked as a railwaymachinist in Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.28

U ii. Unknown HUFF15 was born before 1900.15

U iii. Unknown HUFF15 was born before 190015 and died before 1900.15

30. Dale CRAIG13, 15, 16, 28, 38, 76 (Rosella Jane STEARNS 3, Elizabeth LEE 2, William Henry

1) was born on 4 Sep 1879 in Fairmount, Vermilion Co., Illinois,13, 16, 28, 38 died on 17 Aug 195638 at age76, and was buried in Atlanta, Fulton Co., Georgia.38

Additional notes for Dale CRAIG:

• Various sources say that Dale was born on 4 Sep 1878 in Illinois.15, 76

• At the time of the 1900 U.S. Federal Census, Dale worked as a farm laborer in VanceTownship, Vermilion Co., Illinois.15


• Dale registered for the WWI draft on 12 Sep 1918 in Hoopeston, Vermilion Co., Illinois.76

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, Dale worked as a bank vice-president inFairmount, Vermilion Co., Illinois.28



• At the time of his brother's death on 22 Sep 1934, he resided in Atlanta, Fulton Co., Georgia.39

• At the time of his mother's death on 26 Oct 1940, Dale resided in Atlanta, Fulton Co.,Georgia.39

Dale married Jessie T. LEACH16, 28, 37 about 1906.16, 28, 37, 38 Marriage status: possible divorce.Jessie was born on 8 Oct 1879 in Weldon, DeWitt Co., Illinois,37, 38 died on 26 Aug 196738 at age 87,and was buried in Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Spring Hill Cemetery).38

Additional notes for Jessie T. LEACH:

• Her surname was also spelled Leisch.38

• Various censuses say that Jessie was born in 1882.16, 28

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Jessie worked as a public school teacher inDanville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.37

The known children of Dale and Jessie were:

F i. Carolyn Jane CRAIG28, 36, 37, 68 was born on 11 Jun 1919 in Illinois28, 37, 68 and diedon 30 May 199268 at age 72.

Carolyn married John S. GHENT36, 68 about 3 Jun 1943.36 John was born on 19 Jun191736, 68 and died on 12 Apr 200168 at age 83.

31. Mabel L. CRAIG16, 28, 37, 39 (Rosella Jane STEARNS 3, Elizabeth LEE 2, William Henry

1) was born on 5 Oct 1889 in Fairmount, Vermilion Co., Illinois,15, 16, 28, 37, 39 died on 9 Apr 1983 atCole Hospital39 at age 93, and was buried on 12 Apr 1983 in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois (HomerG.A.R.).39

Additional notes for Mabel L. CRAIG:

• At the time of her brother's death on 22 Sep 1934, Mabel resided in Fairmount, Vermilion Co.,Illinois.39

• At the time of her mother's death on 26 Oct 1940, she resided in Homer, Champaign Co.,Illinois.39

• At the time of her brother's death on 14 Nov 1976, Mabel resided in Homer, Champaign Co.,Illinois.39

• Her obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 10 Apr 1983 reads... "Mabel Carter, 93, of Homer died at 1 p.m. Saturday (April 9, 1983) at Cole Hospital. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at Kirby Funeral Home, Homer, the Rev. Gary Fritzofficiating . Burial will be G.A.R. Cemetery, Homer. Visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Mrs. Carter was born Oct. 5, 1889, at Fairmount, a daughter of Thomas and Rocella StearnsCraig. She married Charles Carter Jan. 4, 1911, at Normal. He died in 1977.



Survivors include three sons, Charles Willard Carter of Hinsdale, Willis Craig Carter of St.Petersburg , Fla., and Thomas Franklin Carter of Homer; six grandchildren: four greatgrandchildren; and one sister, Alta Kizer of Fairmount. Mrs. Carter was preceded in death by five brothers and one sister. She was a member of Homer United Methodist Church and Homer Order of Eastern Star. Memorials may be made to the G.A.R. Cemetery or the Homer United MethodistChurch."39

Mabel married Charles Milton CARTER28, 37, 39 on 4 Jan 1911 in Normal, McLean Co., Illinois.28, 37,

39 Charles was born on 6 Oct 1888 in Illinois,28, 37, 39 died on 20 Feb 1977 at Burnham City Hospital39 atage 88, and was buried on 22 Feb 1977 in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois (Homer G.A.R.).39

Additional notes for Charles Milton CARTER:

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, Charles worked as a farmer in Vance Township,Vermilion Co., Illinois.28


• His obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 21 Feb 1977 reads... "Charles Milton Carter, 88, of Homer, died at 4:15 a.m. Sunday (Feb. 20, 1977) at BurnhamCity Hospital. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Kirby Funeral Home, Homer, with the Rev. HarryDeffley officiating. Burial will be in GAR Cemetery, Homer. Visitation will be from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Mr. Carter was born Oct. 6, 1888 at Homer, a son of James Franklin and Emily Amanda MelserCarter. He married Mabel Craig Jan. 4, 1911 at Normal. She survives. Also surviving are three sons, Charles Willard of Hindsdale, Willis Craig of St. Petersburg, Fla.,Thomas Franklin of Homer; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and a sister, Mrs.Bessie Laird of Kent, Wash. He was preceded in death by a brother and two sisters. He was a member of the Homer United Methodist Church; and a 50-year member of the HomerMasonic Lodge No. 199. Mr. Carter farmed in the Homer area until 1960. Memorials may be made to the Homer United Methodist Church or GAR Cemetery,Homer."39

The known children of Charles and Mabel were:

M i. Charles Willard CARTER28, 37, 39, 68 was born on 2 Feb 1914 in Illinois,28, 37, 39,



68 died on 21 May 1996 in Hinsdale, DuPage Co., Illinois39, 68 at age 82, and was buriedin Oak Brook, DuPage Co., Illinois (Bronswood Cemetery).39

Additional notes for Charles Willard CARTER:

• Charles worked as a chemist.39

• At the time of his father's death on 20 Feb 1977, he resided in Hinsdale, DuPageCo., Illinois.39

• At the time of his mother's death on 9 Apr 1983, Charles resided in Hinsdale,DuPage Co., Illinois.39

• His obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 7 Jun 1996 reads... "Charles Willard Carter 82 of Hinsdale, formerly of Homer, died May 21, 1996, athome. Private services were held. Burial was in Bronswood Cemetery. Oak Brook EllistonFuneral Home, Hinsdale, handled arrangements. Mr. Carter was born Feb 2, 1914, at Homer, a son of Charles and Mabel CraigCarter. Survivors include his wife, Dorothy Carter, a son, Stephen Carter of Colorado, adaughter Deborah Guest of Hinsdale, two grandchildren, and a brother, FrankCarter of Homer. He was preceded in death by a brother. Mr. Carter attended Blackburn College, the University of Illinois and NorthwesternUniversity. He was active in the Union Church of Hinsdale and the HinsdaleMasonic Lodge. He was a retired chemist. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Thomas Hospice, 7 Salt Creek Lane,Suite 204, Hinsdale 60521."39

Charles married Dorothy (CARTER).39

M ii. Willis Craig CARTER28, 37, 39, 68 was born on 24 Jan 1916 in Illinois28, 37, 39, 68 anddied on 7 Oct 1994 in St. Petersburg, Pinellas Co., Florida39, 68 at age 78.

Additional notes for Willis Craig CARTER:

• At the time of his father's death on 20 Feb 1977, Willis resided in St. Petersburg,Pinellas Co., Florida.39

• At the time of his mother's death on 9 Apr 1983, he resided in St. Petersburg,Pinellas Co., Florida.39

• His obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 26 Oct 1994 reads... "Willis Craig Carter, 78, of St. Petersburg, formerly of Homer, died Oct. 7, 1994,at home.



The National Cremation Society, Largo, Fla., handled, arrangements. Mr. Carter was born at Homer. Survivors include a daughter, Constance J. Bonnain of St. Petersburg; threegrandchildren, three great-grandchildren; and two brothers, Franklin Carter ofHomer and Willard Carter of Hinsdale. Mr. Carter moved to St. Petersburg from Berwyn in 1957. He retired from his ownheating and air conditioning business in 1986. He was a volunteer fireman with theSt. Petersburg Beach Fire Department for many years. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice of Florida Suncoast."39

Willis married Unknown (CARTER).39 Unknown died before 1994.39

M iii. Thomas Franklin "Frank" CARTER37 was born about 1928 in Illinois.37

Additional notes for Thomas Franklin "Frank" CARTER:

• At the time of his father's death on 20 Feb 1977, Frank resided in Homer,Champaign Co., Illinois.39

• At the time of his mother's death on 9 Apr 1983, he resided in Homer, ChampaignCo., Illinois.39

Tombstone of Clarence andAlta Kizer

32. Alta J. CRAIG15, 16, 28, 37, 38, 39 (Rosella Jane STEARNS 3,Elizabeth LEE 2, William Henry 1) was born on 3 Jan 1893 in VanceTownship, Vermilion Co., Illinois,15, 16, 28, 37, 38, 39 died on 11 Mar 1985 inChrisman, Edgar Co., Illinois (Pleasant Meadows Christian Village)38, 39 at age 92,and was buried on 14 Mar 1985 in Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois (DavisCemetery).38, 39

Additional notes for Alta J. CRAIG:

• Alta spent most of her life residing in Fairmount, Vermilion Co., Illinois.39

• Her obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 12 Mar 1985 reads... "Alta J. Kizer, 92, of Fairmount died at 11:45 a.m. Monday (March 11, 1985) at PleasantMeadows Christian Village, Chrisman. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Thursday at the United Methodist Church, Fairmount, theRev. Frank Ogdon officiating, assisted by the Rev. Harold Simmons. Burial will be in DavisCemetery, Fairmount. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Carrington Funeral Home,Fairmount. Mrs. Klzer was born Jan. 3, 1893, in Vance Township, a daughter of Thomas B. and RocellaStearns Craig. She married Clarence H. Kizer on Oct. 21, 1914, at Champaign. He died June 21,1973.



Survivors include three sons, Charles L. Kizer of Fairmount, Victor K. Kizer of Maroa andDonald E. Kizer of Columbus, Ohio; 11 grandchildren; and three great-grand-children. She was preceded in death by a daughter, five brothers and two sisters. Mrs. Kizer was a member of the Fairmount United Methodist Church, the United MethodistWomen and the Fairmount Woman's Club. Memorials may be made to the Fairmount United Methodist Church or to Pleasant MeadowsChristian Village."39

Alta married Clarence H. KIZER38, 39 on 21 Oct 1914 in Champaign, Champaign Co., Illinois.28,

37, 38, 39 Clarence was born on 9 Jan 1889 in Sidney Township, Champaign Co., Illinois,28, 37, 38,

39 died on 21 Jun 1973 in Illinois (Vermilion Nursing Home)38, 39 at age 84, and was buried on 24 Jun1973 in Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Davis Cemetery).38, 39

Additional notes for Clarence H. KIZER:

• His surname was also spelled Kiser.28

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, Clarence lived at ??? Court Street in Fairmount,Vermilion Co., Illinois.28 He worked as an engineer in a stone quarry.

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as an engineer (paper pulp) inFairmount, Vermilion Co., Illinois.37

• His obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 22 Jun 1973 reads... "Clarence H. Kizer, 84 of Fairmount, died at 4:55 p.m. Thursday (June 21, 1973) at VermilionNursing Home where he had been a patient a week. Services will be at 2:30 p.m. Sunday at Carrington Funeral Home, Fairmount, with Rev. WilliamMolloy officiating. Burial will be in Davis Cemetery, Fairmount. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Mr. Kizer was born Jan. 9, 1889 at Sidney, a son of Clarence and Sarah Miller Kizer. Hemarried Alpha Craig on Oct. 21, 1914 in Champaign, who survives. Also surviving are three sons, Charles of Fairmount, V. Keith of Maroa and Donald E. ofColumbus, Ohio; a daughter, Mrs. Harry (Betty) Hoff of Glen Ellyn; and 11 grandchildren. Hewas preceded in death by a brother and a sister. He had worked for 23 years at the old Fairmount quarry and 24 years as janitor for Fairmountand Homer grade schools. He was a member of the Fairmount United Methodist Church and a50-year member of the Danville Consistory."39



The known children of Clarence and Alta were:

Tombstone of Charles andElizabeth Kizer

M i. Charles L. KIZER38 was born on 30 Jun 1918 inFairmount, Vermilion Co., Illinois,28, 38 died on 21 Sep200138 at age 83, and was buried in Vance Township,Vermilion Co., Illinois (Davis Cemetery).38

Additional notes for Charles L. KIZER:

• His surname was also spelled Kiser.28

• Other sources say that Charles was born about 1920 inIllinois.37

• At the time of his father's death on 21 Jun 1973, he resided in Fairmount,Vermilion Co., Illinois.39

• At the time of his mother's death on 11 Mar 1985, Charles resided in Fairmount,Vermilion Co., Illinois.39

• From the Feb 2002 Catlin Historical Society Newsletter... "Charles and his wife, Elizabeth are LIFE CHARTER MEMBERS of the Societysince its beginning in 1988. Charles passed away September 21, 2001 at home, atthe age of 83. He was a resident of Fairmount where he and Elizabeth were ownersand operators of Carrington Funeral Home since 1949. Charles was born in Fairmount on June 30, 1918, the son of Clarence and AltaCraig Kizer. He and Elizabeth Cord were married on July 2, 1944. Survivors include: his wife; a daughter, Mary (Martin) Katz of Horsham,Pennsylvania; a son, Scott (Patty) Kizer of Pittsboro, Indiana; three grandchildren;one great-grandchild; and two brothers, Victor K. Kizer of Maroa and Donald E.Kizer of Columbus, Ohio. His parents and a sister, Dr. Betty Hoff, preceded him. Charles graduated from Fairmount High School in 1936 and Worsham College ofMortuary Science in 1937. He had been a licensed funeral director for 64 years. Heserved as secretary of the Davis Cemetery for more than 38 years. He was amember of the First Baptist Church of Fairmount. The Vermilion County, Illinois,and National Funeral Directors Associations. Charles also was a member of the Fairmount-Jamaica Historical Society and theCatlin Masonic Lodge. Burial: Davis Cemetery in Fairmount, Illinois. Carrington Funeral Home was incharge. On June 9, 1997 at one of our General Meetings Charles presented a veryentertaining and informative program entitled, "Old Time Funeral Customs".Charles possessed a humorous wit and had us in stitches while he talked aboutvarious experiences he had had in his 60 some years as a funeral director. If youwere there you probably will remember the program."122



Charles married Elizabeth CORD38 on 2 Jul 1944.38 Elizabeth was born in 1921.79

M ii. Victor Keith KIZER37, 68, 122, 123 was born on 9 Apr 1921 in Illinois,37, 68,

123 died on 27 Jan 2005 in Cerro Gordo, Piatt Co., Illinois (Cerro Gordo Cemetery)68,

123 at age 83, and was buried on 31 Jan 2005 in Cerro Gordo, Piatt Co., Illinois (CerroGordo Cemetery).123

Additional notes for Victor Keith KIZER:

• At the time of his father's death on 21 Jun 1973, Victor resided in Maroa, MaconCo., Illinois.39

• At the time of his mother's death on 11 Mar 1985, he resided in Maroa, MaconCo., Illinois.39

• Victor served in the military.123

• At the time of his brother's death on 21 Sep 2001, Victor resided in Maroa, MaconCo., Illinois.122

• His obituary in the Bloomington Pantagraph of 29 Jan 2005 reads... "Victor K. Kizer, 83, of Maroa, died at 9:10 p.m. Thursday (Jan. 27, 2005) atManor Care in Decatur. His funeral will be at 11 a.m. Monday at the Argenta Presbyterian Church, Argenta,with the Rev. Philip Reed officiating. Burial will be at Cerro Gordo Cemetery, CerroGordo, with military honors. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday at CalvertFuneral Home, Clinton, and one hour prior to the service Monday at the church. Memorials may be made to the Argenta"123

F iii. Dr. Elizabeth J. "Betty" KIZER37, 38 was born on 21 May 1922 in Illinois,37, 38 diedon 23 Jul 197538 at age 53, and was buried in Glen Ellyn, DuPage Co., Illinois.38

Additional notes for Dr. Elizabeth J. "Betty" KIZER:

• At the time of her father's death on 21 Jun 1973, Betty resided in Glen Ellyn,DuPage Co., Illinois.39

Betty married Harland G. "Harry" HOFF38, 68 on 23 Jul 1957.38 Harry was born on3 Dec 191468 and died on 29 Jul 199968 at age 84.

M iv. Donald E. KIZER124 was born in Jul 1932.124

Additional notes for Donald E. KIZER:

• Between 1973 and 2001, Donald resided in Columbus, Franklin Co., Ohio.39, 122

Donald married Carol L. (KIZER).124 Carol was born in Dec 1934.124

33. Isalina LEE13, 15, 16 (Ersom C. 3, John 2, William Henry 1) was born in Jul 1874 in Homer,Champaign Co., Illinois,13, 15, 16, 19 died on 8 Jun 191438 at age 39, and was buried in Catlin Township,Vermilion Co., Illinois (Oakridge Cemetery).38

Isalina married James JONES15, 16, 19, 28, 38 on 29 Mar 1899 in Catlin, Vermilion Co.,Illinois.19 James was born on 20 Oct 1867 in Catlin, Vermilion Co., Illinois,15, 16, 19, 38 died on



14 Jan 1924 in Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois38 at age 56, and was buried in Catlin Township,Vermilion Co., Illinois (Oakridge Cemetery).38

Marriage notes for James and Isalina: They were married by by Alexander Cumming, Minister.19

Additional notes for James JONES:

• Other sources say that James was born about 1864 in Illinois.28

• At the time of the 1900 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a furniture salesman in Danville,Vermilion Co., Illinois.15

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, James worked as a furniture salesman inDanville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.16

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, he lived at 621 Collett in Danville, VermilionCo., Illinois.28 He worked as a furniture shipping clerk.

The known children of James and Isalina were:

U i. Unknown JONES16 was born before 191016 and died before 1910.16

M ii. James Lee JONES16, 28 was born about 1907 in Illinois.16, 28

34. Iona L. LEE13, 15, 19, 38 (Ersom C. 3, John 2, William Henry 1) was born in Nov 1875in Catlin Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois,13, 15, 19, 37 died on 2 Jul 190638 at age 30, and was buried inCatlin Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Oakridge Cemetery).38

Additional notes for Iona L. LEE:

• The burial record of Pape Mortuary in Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois says that Iona was bornin 1876.38

Iona married William "Albert" DICKINSON15, 19, 38 on 30 Mar 1898 in Catlin, Vermilion Co.,Illinois.19 Albert was born in Dec 1867 in England,15, 19 died on 11 Jan 190438 at age 36, and wasburied in Catlin Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Oakridge Cemetery).38

Marriage notes for Albert and Iona: They were married by G. W. Olmsted, MG.19

Additional notes for William "Albert" DICKINSON:

• The 1900 U.S. Federal Census for Catlin Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois says that William"Albert" DICKINSON emigrated in 1881 from England.15

• At the time of his marriage on 30 Mar 1898, Albert was employed as a merchant.19

• At the time of the 1900 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a merchant grocer in CatlinTownship, Vermilion Co., Illinois.15

The known children of Albert and Iona were:

F i. Leona DICKINSON15, 26, 37 was born in Mar 1899 in Illinois.15, 28, 37

Additional notes for Leona DICKINSON:

• Her surname is also spelled Dickenson.28

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, Leona worked as a bookkeeper at thetelephone company in Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.28

Leona married Ernest C. PATE26, 37 on 31 Oct 1920 in Fountain Co., Indiana.26, 37



Ernest was born about 1900 in Illinois.37

Additional notes for Ernest C. PATE:

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Ernest worked as a mail carrier inCatlin, Vermilion Co., Illinois.37

M ii. Unknown DICKINSON38 was born on 1 Jun 1903,38 died on 11 Jan 1904,38 and wasburied in Catlin, Vermilion Co., Illinois.38

Additional notes for Unknown DICKINSON:

• Research: It is odd that this child died on the same day as the father. Is this an errorin the Pape Mortuary records? Coincidence? Or was there an accident that killedboth father and son? If the son was 8 months old, why wasn't he named?38


35. Frank Leslie LEE15, 16, 28, 37, 83, 84 (Asa Judson 3, John 2, William Henry 1) wasborn on 7 Jan 1891 in Fithian, Vermilion Co., Illinois,15, 16, 28, 37, 76, 83 died on 11 Mar 1983 in Wheeler,Tillamook Co., Oregon68, 83 at age 92, and was buried on 15 Mar 1983.84

Additional notes for Frank Leslie LEE:

• Other sources say that Frank was born on 7 Jan 1891 in Spencer, Illinois. His mother was bornin Spencer, Owen Co., Indiana, so this is probably the source of the error.

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a hired man in Adell Township,Sheridan Co., Kansas.16 Apparently Frank decided not to move to Oklahoma with the rest ofthe family, but instead went as far as Kansas and stayed with his mother's sister, VictoriaEmaline Runyon CRAMER.

• Frank registered for the WWI draft on 5 Jun 1917 in Adell Township, Sheridan Co., Kansas.76 He served in WWI.

• Frank served in WWI.84

• At the time of his daughter's birth on 10 Apr 1919, Frank resided in Clark Co., Washington.125

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a millwright in a paper mill in ClarkCo., Washington.28

• At the time of his daughter's birth on 8 Nov 1921, Frank resided in Camas, Clark Co.,Washington.84

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, he lived at ??? Old Road in Camas, Clark Co.,Washington.37 He worked as a millright in a paper mill.

• At the time of his mother's death on 7 Oct 1948, Frank resided in Arch Cape, Clatsop Co.,Oregon.44

• At the time of his brother's death on 31 Mar 1981, he resided in Oregon.88

• His obituary in The Daily Astorian of 14 Mar 1983 reads... "An Arch Cape resident for more than 30 years, Frank Leslie Lee, 92, died Friday in Wheeler. The son of Asa J. and Eliza Mariah Runyon Lee, he was born Jan 7, 1891, in Spencer, Ill. The



family moved to Oklahoma where Mr. Lee attended school. He served in the U.S. Army duringWorld War 1. Following his discharge, he worked for Crown Zellerbach in Camas, Wash., until 1947, when heretired and moved to Arch Cape. Surviving are two daughters, Mildred Ephgrave, Arch Cape and Gladys Veason, Long Beach,Calif.; two brothers, Frank Lee, Hawthorne, Calif. and George Lee, McAlister; a sister, NellieDean, Carlsbad, NM; three grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; two great-greatgrandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial service will be 1:30 pm Tuesday at Hughes-Ransom Mortuary, Seaside. Contributionsmay be made to the Shriners Hospital for Crippled Children, for which cards are available at themortuary."

Frank married Winnie R. STANTON28, 37, 84 about 1919.37 Winnie was born about 1902 inWisconsin.28, 37

Additional notes for Winnie R. STANTON:

• Her surname is also spelled Slanton and Staton.94

The known children of Frank and Winnie were:

F i. Gladys Mae LEE28, 37, 125, 126 was born on 10 Apr 1919 in Camas, Clark Co.,Washington,28, 37, 125, 126 died on 21 Mar 1997 in Astoria, Clatsop Co.,Oregon126 at age 77, and was buried on 27 Mar 1997 in Vancouver, Clark Co.,Washington (Evergreen Memorial Gardens).126

Additional notes for Gladys Mae LEE:

• At the time of her sister's death on 3 May 1996, Gladys resided in Long Beach,Pacific Co., Washington.84

• Her obituary in the Chinook Observer of 1 Apr 1997 reads... "Gladys Veason, 77, died Friday, March 21, 1997, in Astoria. She was born April 10, 1919, in Camas, the daughter of Frank and Winnie Lee, andattended school in Camas. After graduation she attend business college inVancouver, then worked as a bookkeeper and secretary in that city for many years. She married Herbert E. Veason Nov. 24, 1939. Mr. Veason died July 14, 1994. In1977 they moved to Long Beach where she enjoyed doing volunteer work at thethrift store and food bank, as well as being a homemaker. Mrs. Veason was amember of the Order of Eastern Star in Battle Ground and Big Foot... She is sur... Daniel Veason, of... daughter and son-in-law, Cecelia and Marv Rock ofCamas; a brother, Frank Lee of Hawthorne, Calif.; grandchildren Michael andLeanne Veason of Pittsburgh, Pa., Debbie Crippen of LaCenter, Donna Beltram ofVancouver, David Foster of Camas, and Cathie Adams of Long Beach; and fivegreat-grandchildren.



A memorial service was held March 27 at Evergreen Memoria l Gardens inVancouver. Memorial contributions may be made to Shriners Hospital for CrippledChildren, 3101 S.W. Sam Jackson Park Road, Portland, OR 97201."126

Gladys married Herbert E. VEASON68, 127 on 24 Nov 1939.126 Herbert was born on15 Nov 191268, 127 and died on 14 Jul 1994 in Pacific Co., Washington68, 127 at age 81.

Additional notes for Herbert E. VEASON:

• At the time of his his death on 14 Jul 1994, Herbert resided in Pacific Co.,Washington.127

M ii. Frank Judson LEE37, 68, 94 was born on 28 Jun 1920 in Washington37, 68, 94 and diedon 21 Sep 1999 in Los Angeles Co., California68, 94 at age 79.

Additional notes for Frank Judson LEE:

• The California Death Index says that Frank was born in Oklahoma.94

• Between 1983 and 1997, he resided in Hawthorne, Los Angeles Co., California.84,

126

F iii. Mildred Bernice "Millie" LEE37, 68, 83, 84 was born on 8 Nov 1921 in Camas, ClarkCo., Washington37, 68, 83, 84 and died on 3 May 1996 in Wheeler, Tillamook Co.,Oregon68, 83, 84 at age 74.

Additional notes for Mildred Bernice "Millie" LEE:

• At the time of her father's death on 11 Mar 1983, Millie resided in Arch Cape,Clatsop Co., Oregon.

• Her obituary in the Daily Astorian of 8 May 1996 reads... "Mildred Bernice "Millie" Ephgrave, 74, of Nehalem, died Friday, May 3, inWheeler. Mrs. Ephgrave was born to Frank L. and Winnie R. Stanton Lee Nov. 8th, 1921, inCamas, Wash. She was educated in Camas. On March 8, 1962, she married EdmundEphgrave in Las Vegas, Nev. He died earlier. Mrs. Ephrgave was a glassworker for Owens-Illinois Glass Company in Los Angeles.In 1980, she retired and moved to Arch Cape with her husband. In 1981, Mrs.Ephgrave moved to Nehalem, and in 1994, to Wheeler. Surviving are one sister, Gladys Veason of Long Beach, Wash.; a brother, Frank J.Lee of Hawthorne, Calif.; and several nieces and nephews. A private service was held earlier. Hughes-Ransom Mortuary & Crematory was in charge of arrangements."84

Millie married Edmund EPHGRAVE83 on 8 Mar 1962 in Las Vegas, Clark Co.,Nevada.83, 84 Edmund was born on 25 Jan 191568, 83 and died on 19 Jul 1981 inWashington Co., Oregon68, 83 at age 66.

Frank next married Della (LEE)1, 68, 83 after 1930.1, 37 Della was born on 1 Jun 188768 and died on 24



Jul 1969 in Clatsop Co., Oregon68, 83 at age 82.

Additional notes for Della (LEE):

• Other sources say Della was born about 1882.83

The known children of Frank and Della were:

M i. Rodney LEE1 was born after 1930.37

M ii. Frank L. LEE Jr.1 was born after 1930.37

36. Edna Ethel LEE15, 16, 28, 37, 85, 86 (Asa Judson 3, John 2, William Henry 1) wasborn on 29 Jan 1892 in Fithian, Vermilion Co., Illinois,1, 15, 16, 28, 37, 85 died on 15 Dec 1947 in Clark Co.,Kentucky (Guerrant Clinic)85, 86 at age 55, and was buried on 17 Dec 1947 in Stanton, Powell Co.,Kentucky (Stanton Cemetery).86

Additional notes for Edna Ethel LEE:

• Other sources say Edna died on 14 Dec 1947 in Kentucky.1

• At the time of her sister's death on 19 Jul 1947, Edna resided in Danville, Vermilion Co.,Illinois.90 I suspect that this is an error in the obituary.

• At the time of her death on 15 Dec 1947, Edna resided in Powell Co., Kentucky.85

• Her obituary in the Clay City Times reads... "Mrs. Edna Lee Ewen, beloved wife of Robert Ewen, died very suddenly at Guerrant ClinicMonday morning at 2:00 o'clock. Mrs. Ewen was ill and was taken to the clinic for treatment. Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon at Stanton Christian Church where she heldmembership, conducted by Bro. Thomas Dale; burial in Stanton Cemetery. Mrs. Ewen is a native of Oklahoma and leaves a mother living there. She had planned to visit herafter Christmas. Besides her mother and husband she leaves five children, three girls, Arbutus, Millie and Jean;two boys, Garland, now in the service, and Asa Green, at home."86

Edna married Robert Benton EWEN28, 37, 76 on 17 Apr 1914.28, 37, 86 Robert was born on 25 Jul 1881in Kentucky28, 37, 76 and died after 1947.86

Additional notes for Robert Benton EWEN:

• His surname was also spelled Ewing.90

• Robert registered for the WWI draft on 10 Sep 1918 in Stanton, Powell Co., Kentucky.76

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, Robert worked as an oil company driller inPowell Co., Kentucky.28

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a public highway maintainer inPerry Co., Kentucky.37

The known children of Robert and Edna were:



M i. Edward Garland EWEN28, 37, 128 was born on 18 Jul 1917 in Powell Co.,Kentucky28, 37, 128 and died before 2004.129

Additional notes for Edward Garland EWEN:

• Edward served in the military in 1947.86

F ii. Nellie Arlentiss EWEN28, 37, 128 was born on 28 Aug 1919 in Powell Co., Kentucky28,

37, 68, 128 and died on 15 Nov 197568 at age 56.

Nellie married Unknown HOSKINS.68

F iii. Varnillia L. "Millie" EWEN124, 128 was born on 6 Jun 1922 in Powell Co.,Kentucky.37, 124, 128

Additional notes for Varnillia L. "Millie" EWEN:

• At the time of her brother's death on 16 Dec 2004, Millie resided in Kentucky.129

Millie married Unknown ABNER.129

F iv. Wilma Jean EWEN37, 128 was born on 8 Jul 1924 in Powell Co., Kentucky37, 128 anddied before 2004.129

M v. Asa Green EWEN37, 68, 128, 129 was born on 26 Jan 1928 in Slade, Powell Co.,Kentucky,37, 68, 128, 129 died on 16 Dec 2004 in Tennessee (Centennial Medical Center)68, 129 at age 76, and was buried on 18 Dec 2004 in Stanton, Powell Co., Kentucky(Stanton Cemetery).129

Asa married Carolyn MACKEY.113, 129

37. Harvey Runyon LEE15, 16, 28, 37, 76 (Asa Judson 3, John 2, William Henry 1) was born on 13May 1893 in Fithian, Vermilion Co., Illinois1, 15, 16, 28, 37 and died on 3 Apr 19761 at age 82.

Additional notes for Harvey Runyon LEE:

• Other sources say that Harvey was born on 13 May 1893 in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois.76

• Harvey registered for the WWI draft on 5 Jun 1917 in Springfield, Sangamon Co., Illinois.76

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, he lived at 1711 Eighth Street in Springfield,Sangamon Co., Illinois.37 He worked as a steam railroad agent.

• At the time of his mother's death on 7 Oct 1948, Harvey resided in Decatur, Macon Co.,Illinois.44

Harvey married Nellie TIBBETTS1, 28, 37 about 1917.37 Nellie was born about 1896 in Illinois.28

Additional notes for Harvey and Nellie:

• Other sources1 say they were married on 24 Oct 1914.

Additional notes for Nellie TIBBETTS:

• Other sources say that Nellie was born about 1898 in Illinois.37

The known children of Harvey and Nellie were:

M i. Richard LEE37 was born about 1920 in Illinois.37

M ii. Robert LEE37 was born about 1923 in Illinois.37



38. George Washington LEE15, 16, 28, 37, 68, 76, 81, 82, 89, 91 (Asa Judson 3, John 2, William Henry

1) was born on 10 Oct 1897 in Illinois,15, 16, 28, 37, 68, 81, 82, 91 died on 10 Nov 198368, 91 at age 86, andwas buried on 14 Nov 1983 in Coalgate, Coal Co., Oklahoma (Coalgate Cemetery).81, 82, 91

Additional notes for George Washington LEE:

• Other sources say George was born on 10 Oct 1898.76

• George registered for the WWI draft on 12 Sep 1918 in McAlester, Pittsburg Co., Oklahoma.76

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, he lived at ??? Hooker St. in Coalgate, Coal Co.,Oklahoma.37 He worked as a coal miner.

• George appears to have spent most of his adult life in Coalgate, Coal Co., Oklahoma.44, 88, 90

• Other sources say George died on 12 Nov 1983 in Ruth Wilson Manor.81, 82

• His obituary in the Coalgate Record Register reads... "Funeral services were held Monday for George Washington Lee at the First United Methodistchurch in Coalgate with Rev. Ben Husted officiating. He died Saturday at the Manor at the ageof 86. He was born in Illinois on Oct 10, 1897, to Asa Lee and Lyda Ruyan Lee and had lived in theMcAlester area before coming to Coalgate where he has lived for the past 34 years. He was married to Lena Wilson on June 12, 1926, in Pittsburg, Okla, and had been a retiredcoal miner. He was affiliated with the First United Methodist church. Survivors include his wife, Lena, of the home; a daughter, Pauline Hodges, Moore; two sons,Bobby George Lee and Eugene Lee, both of Coalgate; a sister, Nellie Dean, Carlsbad, NewMexico; seven grandchildren and five great-grand-children. Burial was in the Coalgate cemetery with Epperson funeral service in charge."82

George married Lena WILSON37, 68, 81, 82, 91 on 12 Jun 1926 in Pittsburg, Pittsburg Co.,Oklahoma,81, 82, 89 daughter of Cary Lee WILSON and Dolly HOWARD. Lena was born on 11Dec 1905 in Bonanza, Sebastian Co., Arkansas,68, 91 died on 12 Jul 1995 in Coalgate, Coal Co.,Oklahoma (Hurley Manor)68, 81, 82, 91 at age 89, and was buried on 14 Jul 1995 in Coalgate, Coal Co.,Oklahoma (Coalgate Cemetery).81, 82, 91

Additional notes for Lena WILSON:

• Other sources say that Lena was born on 11 Dec 1905 in Williams, Indian Territory.37, 81, 82

• Her obituary in the Coalgate Record Register reads... "Funeral service for Lena Lee of Coalgate were held Friday, July 14, at 10:00 a.m. at theCoalgate Assembly of God Church with Reverends Paul Butler and Jim Smith officiating. Burialwas in the Coalgate Cemetery under the direction of Epperson Funeral Service, Inc. Mrs. Lee was born December 11, 1905 in Williams, IT to Cary Lee and Dolly Howard Wilsonand passed away July 12, 1995 at Hurley Manor in Coalgate at the age of 89. She marriedGeorge Washing Lee on June 12, 1926 in Pittsburg, OK. He preceded her in death on November12, 1983. She was a housewife and a member of the Coalgate Assembly of God Church.



Survivors include one daughter, Pauline Hodges of Moore, OK; one son, Bobby George Lee ofCoalgate; two sisters, Dolly Lou Evans of Fayetteville, AR and Billie Sue Evans of BrokenArrow, OK; two brothers, Luther Wilson of Anchorage, Alaska and Raymond Wilson ofPrinceton, Texas; seven grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, George Washington Lee, and oneson, Douglas Eugene Lee on November 30, 1994. Pallbearers were Tony Corsini, Nick Lolli, James Ferrero, Red Tamon, Donald Fleck, andDelbert Inman."82

The known children of George and Lena were:

M i. Bobby George LEE37, 124 was born on 28 Sep 1927 in Oklahoma.37, 124

Additional notes for Bobby George LEE:

• At the time of his brother's death on 30 Nov 1994, Bobby resided in Coalgate, CoalCo., Oklahoma.82

• At the time of his mother's death on 12 Jul 1995, he resided in Coalgate, Coal Co.,Oklahoma.82

Bobby married Vernice (LEE).124 Vernice was born on 18 Sep 1932.124

F ii. Pauline Lena LEE37, 124 was born in 1928 in Oklahoma.37, 124

Additional notes for Pauline Lena LEE:

• At the time of her father's death on 12 Nov 1983, Pauline resided in Moore,Cleveland Co., Oklahoma.82

• At the time of her brother's death on 30 Nov 1994, she resided in Oklahoma City,Oklahoma Co., Oklahoma.82

• At the time of her mother's death on 12 Jul 1995, Pauline resided in Moore,Cleveland Co., Oklahoma.82

Pauline married Tommy E. HODGES.82, 124 Tommy was born on 29 Jul 1926.124

M iii. Douglas Eugene "Eugene" LEE37, 81, 82 was born on 10 Feb 1930 in Coalgate, CoalCo., Oklahoma,37, 81, 82 died on 30 Nov 1994 in Coalgate, Coal Co., Oklahoma81, 82 at age 64, and was buried on 2 Dec 1994 in Coalgate, Coal Co., Oklahoma (CairoCemetery).81, 82

Additional notes for Douglas Eugene "Eugene" LEE:

• At the time of his death on 30 Nov 1994, Eugene resided at/on 102 Day St. inCoalgate, Coal Co., Oklahoma.81

• His obituary in the Coalgate Record Register reads... "Funeral services for Douglas Eugene Lee were held Friday, December 2 at 2:00p.m. at the First United Methodist Church with Rev. Bill Weathers, Rev. MitchStewart and David Unsell officiating. Burial was in the Cairo Cemetery under thedirection of Epperson Funeral Service, Inc. Mr. Lee was born February 10,1930 in Coalgate to George W. and Lena Wilson Lee



and passed away November 30, 1994 at his home in Coalgate at the age of 64. Hewas retired from PEC where he was an Electric Lineman. He was a member of theMethodist Church and married Billie King on September 12, 1949. Survivors include his wife, Billie Lee of the home; mother, Lena Lee of Coalgate; onedaughter, Carol Jean Unsell of Coalgate; three sons, Steven Wayne Lee, LarryEugene Lee and John Philip Lee all of Coalgate; one sister, Pauline Hodges ofOklahoma City; one brother, Bobby George Lee of Coalgate; five grandchildren andone great grandchild. He was preceded in death by his father, George Lee. Pallbearers were Bennie Chancey, Nick Lolli, Tony Corsini, Charles Baumert, JimAnderson, and Gene Ferrero. Honorary bearers were A. D. "Son" Cody, JoePasquali, J. B. Fomeris, Ernest Paul Fanning, Jonnny Edwards, Frank Merle, CharleSmith, and Tanner Johnston."82

Eugene married Billie Pearl KING81, 82, 130 on 12 Sep 1949.82 Billie was born on 3Aug 1929.130

Additional notes for Billie Pearl KING:

• Other sources say Billie was born on 1 Mar 1929.124

U iv. Unknown LEE.

Clyde McKinley LEE &Family

39. Clyde McKinley LEE16, 28, 68, 92 (Asa Judson 3, John 2, WilliamHenry 1) was born on 30 Oct 1900 in Illinois,16, 28, 37, 68, 92 died on 20 Jun1967 in Pico Rivera, Los Angeles Co., California68, 92 at age 66, and was buried on23 Jun 1967 in Commerce, Los Angeles Co., California (Park Lawn Cemetery).1

Additional notes for Clyde McKinley LEE:

• At the time of his marriage on 18 Jun 1926, Clyde resided in Wilburton,Latimer Co., Oklahoma.89

• At the time of his son's birth on 23 Mar 1927, Clyde resided in Pittsburg,Pittsburg Co., Oklahoma.131 He worked as a coal miner.

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, he lived at ??? Pittsburg Avenue in Pittsburg,Pittsburg Co., Oklahoma.37 He worked as a coal miner.

• At the time of his mother's death on 7 Oct 1948, Clyde resided in Camas, Clark Co.,Washington.44

• Clyde moved to Los Angeles Co., California about 1949.92

• At the time of his death on 20 Jun 1967, he resided at/on 6037 Lubec in Bell Gardens, LosAngeles Co., California.92

• At the time of his death on 20 Jun 1967, Clyde was employed as a maintenance person forConveyer Co.



Bernadyne and GlendaDrake

Clyde married Bernadyne HAWKINS28, 37, 68, 132, 133, 134, 135 on 18Jun 1926 in Kiowa, Pittsburg Co., Oklahoma,89 daughter of Joseph John"Joe" HAWKINS and Martha Elmerine "Alma" BALES. Bernadyne was bornon 8 Jul 1910 in Telephone, Fannin Co., Texas,28, 132 died on 17 Jan 2000 inSunnyside, Yakima Co., Washington (Sunnyside Community Hospital)68, 134 atage 89, and was buried on 24 Jan 2000 in Sunnyside, Yakima Co., Washington(Sunnyside Cemetery).134, 135

Additional notes for Bernadyne HAWKINS:

• Bernadyne HAWKINS is a direct descendant of the Hawkins family ofPlymouth, England. We can trace her line back to John HAWKINS (b.1450). The book Plymouth Armada Heroes by Mary W. S. Hawkins(1888) contains an interesting account of this family, from theirinvolvement in the defeat of the Spanish Armada to tobacco and slave trading in the Americas.See http://www.welbank.net/hawkins/pah/index.html for an online transcription of this book.

• Other sources say Bernadyne was born in Bonham, Fannin Co., Texas.133, 134, 136

• Other sources say that she was born about 1912 in Texas.37

• At the time of her marriage on 18 Jun 1926, Bernadyne resided in Wilburton, Latimer Co.,Oklahoma.89

• At the time of her SS-5 application on 1 Jun 1940, Bernadyne resided at the Commercial Hotelin Lamar, Barton Co., Missouri.133

• Bernadyne was employed on 1 Jun 1940 in Lamar, Barton Co., Missouri.133 She is listed asworking for the Lamar Hospital Association, Inc. at 306 S. Guls???.

• At the time of her daughter's birth on 14 Dec 1943, she resided in Lincoln, Washington Co.,Arkansas.136

• At the time of her death on 17 Jan 2000, Bernadyne resided at 806 E. North Avenue inSunnyside, Yakima Co., Washington.134

The known children of Clyde and Bernadyne were:

Clyde Lawrence LEE

M i. Clyde Lawrence LEE37, 131, 137, 138 was born on 23 Mar1927 in Pittsburg, Pittsburg Co., Oklahoma,37, 131, 138 died on11 Nov 2005 in Mt. Healthy, Hamilton Co., Ohio (ProvidentHospital)138 at age 78, and was buried on 14 Nov 2005 in Mt.Healthy, Hamilton Co., Ohio (St. Mary's Cemetery).138

Additional notes for Clyde Lawrence LEE:

• Clyde served in the Army Corp of Engineers between 16 Jan1946 and 15 Jan 1949.137 He served part of his tour inGreenland.

• Clyde retired from a career at Cincinnati Milacron.139

• His obituary in the Cincinnati Enquirer of 12 Nov 2005reads... "LEE, Clyde L. Beloved husband of the late Dorothy (nee Stegmuller) Lee; Devotedfather of Diane (Dennis) Kowallek, Donna (Charles) Kuester, and David Lee; Loving



grandfather of Mandy Kowallek, Katie Kuester, Kelly Kuester, and Kristy Kuester.Residence Mt. Healthy. Passed away on Friday, November 11th at the age of 78.Mass of Christian Burial will be held at the Church of the Assumption, 7711 JosephSt., Mt. Healthy on Monday at 10 A.M. Donations may be sent to American LungAssoc., 11113 Kenwood Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45242-1817 or Disabled AmericanVeterans Association, P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301. Paul R. YoungFuneral Home, Mt. Healthy is serving the family. Condolences may be sent towww.paulyoungfuneralhome.com"138

Dorothy STEGMULLER

Clyde married Dorothy Jenny "Dot" STEGMULLER37, 140,

141, 142 on 11 Jul 1953 in Cincinnati, Hamilton Co., Ohio,138 daughter of Wilhelm "William" STEGMÜLLER and EllaMORTIMER. Dot was born on 28 Jul 1923 in Mt. Healthy,Hamilton Co., Ohio,37, 140, 141 died on 9 Aug 1996 inCincinnati, Hamilton Co., Ohio (Good Samaritan Hospital)141,

142 at age 73, and was buried on 12 Aug 1996 in Mt. Healthy,Hamilton Co., Ohio (St. Mary's Cemetery).141

Additional notes for Dorothy Jenny "Dot" STEGMULLER:

• Dot worked as an elementary school secretary.141

Tombstone of Billie T. LEE

M ii. Billy Tom LEE131 was born on 24 Jul 1928 in Pittsburg,Pittsburg Co., Oklahoma,37, 68, 131, 143 died on 24 Sep 1998 inSunnyside, Yakima Co., Washington (Sunnyside CommunityHospital)68, 143 at age 70, and was buried on 30 Sep 1998 inSunnyside, Yakima Co., Washington (Sunnyside Cemetery).143

Additional notes for Billy Tom LEE:

• His obituary says that Billy was born on 24 Jul 1928 inKiowa, Pittsburg Co., Oklahoma.143

• His obituary says that Billy moved to Sunnyside, Yakima Co., Washington in1933.143 However, other sources place his mother in Arkansas as late as 1943.

• His obituary in the Sunnyside Daily Sun News of 28 Sep 1998 reads... "Billie T. Lee, age 70, longtime Sunnyside resident passed away Thursday, Sept.24, 1998 at Sunnyside Community Hospital. Billie was born on July 24, 1928 at Kiowa, Okla., the son of Clyde and Bernadyne(Hawkins) Lee. Billie has made his home in Sunnyside since 1933. Billie loved people and enjoyed caring for his farm animals. He was a member of theSunnyside Presbyterian Church. Billie is survived by his mother, Bernadyne Drake of Sunnyside, and one brother,Clyde Lee of Ohio. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.



He is preceded in death by his father, Clyde Lee in 1929; step-father, Arnold Drakein 1953; and one brother, Delbert Lee in 1984. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, Sept. 30, 1998, at 10 a.m. in the Chapel ofthe Smith Funeral Home, Sunnyside. Burial will be in the Sunnyside Cemetery underthe direction of the Smith Funeral Home. Those wishing to honor his memory maycontribute to the Sunnyside Presbyterian Church."143


Buddy Lee

M iii. Delbert Eugene "Bud" LEE37, 68, 135 was born on 23 Jul 1929in Oklahoma,37, 68, 135 died on 4 Mar 1984 in Sunnyside, YakimaCo., Washington68 at age 54, and was buried in Mar 1984 inSunnyside, Yakima Co., Washington.135

Additional notes for Delbert Eugene "Bud" LEE:

• His obituary in the Yakima Herald-Republic of 16 Mar 1984reads... "Delbert E. "Bud" Lee, 54, of Eskins Trailer Park, Sunnyside,died Sunday in his home. He was born in Kiowa, Okla. He came with his family in 1938to Sunnyside, where he attended school, graduating from Sunnyside High School. He later enlisted in the Army, serving during the Korean conflict. After his discharge, he made his home in Sunnyside, where he was employed bySafeway for several years. He was later transferred to the Yakima Safeway wherehe worked until returning to Sunnyside. Mr. Lee also was employed by Bustraan House Movers of Sunnyside for manyyears. He was a member of the First Christian Church. Survivors include one son; two daughters; his mother, Bernadyne Drake ofSunnyside; one sister, Glenda Drake of Arizona; and two brothers, Clyde Lee ofOhio and Bill Lee of Sunnyside."135

Yvonne, Billy, Gene &Kathy

Bud married Yvonne Irene ROBERTSON.144, 145 Themarriage ended in divorce. Yvonne was born about 1935.144

Clyde next married Oleta CRISP1, 68, 92, 146 on 17 Sep 1933.92 Oleta was born on 19 Aug 1916 inOklahoma,37, 68 died on 18 Apr 200768, 146 at age 90, and was cremated on 23 Apr 2007 in Commerce,Los Angeles Co., California (Park Lawn Cemetery).146

The known children of Clyde and Oleta were:



F i. Ruth Maxine "Maxine" LEE1, 146, 147 was born in 1936.146, 147

Maxine married Leonard Edward BARLAG1, 94 on 17 Oct 1958 in Los AngelesCo., California.1, 147 Leonard was born on 27 Sep 1937 in California94, 147 anddied on 19 Apr 1983 in Los Angeles Co., California94 at age 45.

Additional notes for Leonard Edward BARLAG:

• Leonard appears to have lost his life in the line of duty as a fireman.148

M ii. Robert McKinley LEE94, 146, 149 was born on 29 May 1939 in Colorado94, 149 and diedon 17 Jul 1999 in San Bernardino Co., California94, 146 at age 60.

Robert married Collette E. LARMSTRONG124, 149 on 25 Mar 1966 in Los AngelesCo., California.124, 149 Collette was born about 1943.149

Additional notes for Collette E. LARMSTRONG:

• I wonder if her surname isn't actually ARMSTRONG.

40. Roscoe Emmerson LEE1, 16, 28, 37, 88 (Asa Judson 3, John 2, William Henry 1) was born on 19 Aug 1902 in Fithian, Vermilion Co., Illinois,1, 16, 28, 37, 68, 88 died on 31 Mar 1981 inMcAlester, Pittsburg Co., Oklahoma1, 68, 88 at age 78, and was buried on 2 Apr 1981 in McAlester,Pittsburg Co., Oklahoma (Oak Hill Cemetery).1, 88

Additional notes for Roscoe Emmerson LEE:

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Roscoe worked as a coal miner in KiowaTownship., Pittsburg Co., Oklahoma.37

• At the time of his mother's death on 7 Oct 1948, he resided in Los Angeles, California.44

• His obituary reads... "Roscoe E. Lee, 78, of 317 West Tyler died Tuesday. He was a coal miner in this are for yearsprior to moving to California, where he was a maintenance supervisor. He returned to McAlesterfour years ago. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday in the Chaney chapel. Rev. Ray Pugh will officiate.Burial will be in Oak Hill cemetery. Pallbearers will be Ronnie Brown, Charles Tipps, DukeGoodwin, Ed Chunn, Roger Cates, and Jack Green. Lee was married at Pittsburg, June 22, 1929, to Anna Wilson, who survives him. He was amember of the Baptist church. Lee was born in Fithian, Ill., Aug. 19, 1902.Other survivors include a son, Rodney Lee of Dallas; a daughter, Phyllis Williamson ofClarkstown, Wash,; two brothers, George Lee of Coalgate and Frank Lee of Oregon; a sister,Nellie Dean of Carlsbad, N.M.; seven grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren."88

Roscoe married Anna Bell WILSON1, 37, 88 on 22 Jun 1929 in Pittsburg, Pittsburg Co.,Oklahoma,1, 37, 88 daughter of Cary Lee WILSON and Dolly HOWARD. Anna was born on 16Mar 1908 in Williams, Le Flore Co., Oklahoma,1, 88 died on 29 Apr 1984 in Lewiston, Nez Perce Co.,Idaho1 at age 76, and was buried on 4 May 1984 in McAlester, Pittsburg Co., Oklahoma (Oak HillCemetery).1, 88



Additional notes for Anna Bell WILSON:

• Other sources say that Anna was born about 1908 in Arkansas.37

• Her obituary says that Anna died in Lewiston, Washington.88

• Her obituary reads... "Mrs. Anna B. Lee, 76, of Clarkston, Wash., died in a nursing home in Lewiston, Wash.,Sunday. She had been a resident of McAlester for three years, leaving in April, 1983. She was born in Williams, Okla., on March 16, 1908. She was married to Roscoe Williams <sic>in Pittsburg on June 22, 1929. He preceded her in death March 31, 1981. Funeral services will be at 11 aa.m. Friday, with Rev. Billy Martin officiating. Burial will be inOak Hill cemetery under the direction of Chaney Funeral home, McAlester. Pallbearers will benephews: Bob Clark, Hank Evans, Leonard Wilson, Jimmy Don Wilson, Ron Evans and DavidEvans. Mrs. Lee is survived by her mother, Mrs. Dollie Wilson of McAlester; a son, Rodney Lee ofBalch Springs, Tex.; a daughter, Mrs. Phyllis Williamson of Clarkston; two brothers, LutherWilson of Fairbanks and Raymond Wilson of McKinney, Tex.; three sisters, Mrs. Lena Lee ofCoalgate, Mrs. Billie Sue Evans of McAlester and Mrs. Dollie Lou Evans of Prairie Grove, Ark.,seven grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren."88

The known children of Roscoe and Anna were:

F i. Phyllis Ann LEE1, 88 was born on 2 Nov 1932 in Pittsburg, Pittsburg Co.,Oklahoma.1

Additional notes for Phyllis Ann LEE:

• At the time of her father's death on 31 Mar 1981, Phyllis resided in Clarkston,Asotin Co., Washington.88

• At the time of her mother's death on 29 Apr 1984, she resided in Clarkston, AsotinCo., Washington.88

Phyllis married Unknown WILLIAMSON.88

M ii. Rodney Emmerson "Rod" LEE1, 88 was born on 3 Feb 1938 in Pittsburg, PittsburgCo., Oklahoma.1

Additional notes for Rodney Emmerson "Rod" LEE:

• At the time of his father's death on 31 Mar 1981, Rod resided in Dallas, Dallas Co.,Texas.88

• At the time of his mother's death on 29 Apr 1984, he resided in Balch Springs,Dallas Co., Texas.88

Rod married Amanda Jean "Jean" LOVE.1 Jean was born on 12 Sep 1940 inTrout, La Salle Parish, Louisiana.1



Nellie DEAN

41. Nellie Adaline LEE16, 28, 37, 68, 87, 89 (Asa Judson 3, John 2,William Henry 1) was born on 16 Jul 1905 in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois,16, 28,

68, 87 died on 4 Dec 199768, 87 at age 92, and was buried on 8 Dec 1997 in Carlsbad,Eddy Co., New Mexico (Sunset Gardens Memorial Park).87

Additional notes for Nellie Adaline LEE:

• The 1930 U.S. Federal Census for Kiowa Township, Pittsburg Co.,Oklahoma says that Nellie was born about 1905 in Oklahoma.37

• Nellie moved to Carlsbad, Eddy Co., New Mexico in 1941 and spent therest of her life there.87

• Her obituary in the Carlsbad Current Argus reads... "Services for Nellie Dean, 92, of North Edward Street, will be Monday at 10 a.m. at FirstBaptist Church with Pastor Bob Bacon officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Gardens Memorial Park . Mrs. Dean died Thursday, Dec. 4, 1997, at her home. Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Nellie Dean was born July 16, 1905, in Homer, Ill., to Eliza M. and Lydia Runyan Lee. Shemoved to Indian Territory Oklahoma by covered wagon in 1907. She attended school inOklahoma. She married Albert Lee Roy Dean on May 21, 1924, in McAlester, Okla. They farmed inPittsburg, Okla., until 1941 when they moved to Carlsbad. Nellie was a homemaker. She was a member of First Baptist Church where she attended SundaySchool and church regularly. She loved to garden vegetables and flowers. She volunteered at Lakeview Christian Home of theSouthwest, Inc. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband on Sept. 9, 1974, eight brothers andthree sisters. Survivors include daughters, Mary Lee Dean of Carlsbad and Pauline Watson of Kingman,Ariz.; one grandson, Sonny Watson of Kingman, Ariz.; two granddaughters, Cathy Short andhusband Ricky of Phoenix, and Nelda ?vey and husband David of Houston; four great-grand-sons, Quenton Short of Phoenix, Shawn Watson and Jeff Watson of Kingman and Ken Barnettof Las Cruces; and two great-great grand-sons, Brent Barnett and Garret Barnett both of LasCruces. Pallbearers are Kenny Barnett, Boz Green, David ?vey, Quinton Short, Ricky Short, JeffWatson, Shawn..."87

Nellie married Albert Lee Roy "Pappy" DEAN37, 68, 87, 89 on 21 May 1924 in McAlester,Pittsburg Co., Oklahoma.37, 87, 89 Pappy was born on 27 Sep 1891 in Heflin, Cleburne Co.,



Alabama,68, 87 died on 9 Sep 197468, 87 at age 82, and was buried on 11 Sep 1974 in Carlsbad,Eddy Co., New Mexico (Sunset Gardens Memorial Park).87

Additional notes for Albert Lee Roy "Pappy" DEAN:

• His surname was also spelled Deam and Deen.28, 37

• Other sources say that Pappy was born on 27 Sep 1891 in Jimison, Alabama.76

• Other sources say that he was born about 1887 in Alabama.28

• Other sources say that Pappy was born about 1894 in Alabama.37

• Pappy registered for the WWI draft on 5 Jun 1917 in Pittsburg, Pittsburg Co., Oklahoma.76

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a bailer/horseman in KiowaTownship., Pittsburg Co., Oklahoma.28

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Pappy worked as a farmer in Kiowa Township.,Pittsburg Co., Oklahoma.37

• His obituary in the Carlsbad Current Argus reads... "Services for A.L. (Pappy) Dean, 82, who died Monday in a local nursing home, will be heldWednesday at 4 p.m. at Denton Funeral Home chapel with the Rev. Clyde Billingsley of FirstBaptist Church officiating. Pall bearers will be F.J. Prenitz, Earnest Gibbs, A.G. Boyce, Ray Johnson, Kelly Skeen, andFelix Carrasco. Honarary pall bearers will be friends and former co-workers. Burial will be in Sunset Gardens Memorial Park. A retired miner with International Minerals and Chemical Corp., Dean had lived here 33 years.He was a member of First Baptist Church. Dean was born in Heflin, Ala. He moved here from Pittsburg, Okla., where h lived most of hislife. He also worked in coal mines in Oklahoma. He was married in 1924 in McAlester, Okla. Survivors include the widow, Nellie; Carlsbad; one son, Albert, Anchorage, Alaska; twodaughters, Mrs. Bill Watson and Mary Lee Dean, both of Carlsbad; 11 grandchildren and 22great-grandchildren."87

The known children of Pappy and Nellie were:

F i. Pauline DEAN37, 87 was born on 4 Dec 1925 in Pittsburg, Pittsburg Co.,Oklahoma,37, 87 died on 26 Jan 2006 in Carlsbad, Eddy Co., New Mexico (LakeviewChristian Home)87 at age 80, and was buried on 30 Jan 2006 in Carlsbad, Eddy Co.,New Mexico (Sunset Gardens Memorial Park).87

Additional notes for Pauline DEAN:

• At the time of her father's death on 9 Sep 1974, Pauline resided in Carlsbad, EddyCo., New Mexico.87

• At the time of her mother's death on 4 Dec 1997, she resided in Kingman, MohaveCo., Arizona.87



• Her obituary in the Carlsbad Current Argus of 29 jan 2006 reads... "A graveside service for Pauline Watson, 80, of West Church Street, isscheduled for 11 a.m. Monday at Sunset Gardens Memorial Park with ChaplainTerry McKean of Lakeview Hospice officiating. Visitation will be 2-8 p.m. today and 9-10 a.m. Monday at West Funeral Home. She died Thursday, Jan. 26, 2006, at Lakeview Christian Home. Arrangements are by West Funeral Home. Pauline Watson was born Dec. 4, 1925, in Pittsburg, Okla., to Albert Lee Roy andNellie Adaline Lee Dean. Her family moved to Carlsbad in 1941 from Oklahoma andPauline graduated from Carlsbad High School in 1943. She met William R. Watson and they were married on Jan. 17, 1946, in Hobbs.They enjoyed 60 precious years together. Pauline was a wife, mother andhomemaker. She did beautiful cake decorating for all occasions and was known as Carlsbad'scake lady from 1966 to the late 1990's. Pauline enjoyed crafts, sewing, painting andcollecting squirrel figurines, but her family was her real joy. Traveling with their"Vitamin" making memories was a great joy for Bill and Pauline. These memorieswill be a great comfort in the days ahead. Bill and Pauline enjoyed living in Alaska for three years, but in 2001 they returnedbecause they always felt that Carlsbad was their home. She was a member of Blodgett Street Baptist Church. Pauline is survived by her husband of the family home; one son, Sonny Watson ofAnchorage, Alaska; two daughters, Nelda Ivey and husband David of Houston, andCathy Short and husband Ricky of Waddell, Ariz.; four grandsons; five great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers are Sonny Watson, Jeff Watson, Shawn Watson, Ricky Short, QuintonShort, David Ivey and B.T. "Hog" Horton. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Lakeview Christian Home Hospice,1300 N. Canal St., Carlsbad."87

Pauline married William R. "Bill" WATSON87 on 17 Jan 1946 in Hobbs, Lea Co.,New Mexico.87

F ii. Mary Lee DEAN87 was born after 1930.37

Additional notes for Mary Lee DEAN:

• At the time of her father's death on 9 Sep 1974, Mary resided in Carlsbad, EddyCo., New Mexico.87



• At the time of her mother's death on 4 Dec 1997, she resided in Carlsbad, EddyCo., New Mexico.87

42. Paul Farrel LEE16, 28, 37 (Asa Judson 3, John 2, William Henry 1) was born on 16 Jun1907 in Pleasant Valley, Logan Co., Oklahoma,1 died on 1 Mar 1961 in Montebello, Los Angeles Co.,California1 at age 53, and was buried in Los Angeles, Los Angeles Co., California.1

Additional notes for Paul Farrel LEE:

• Other sources say Paul was born in Illinois.16, 28, 37

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a coal miner in Pittsburg, PittsburgCo., Oklahoma.37

• At the time of his sister's death on 19 Jul 1947, Paul resided in Decatur, Macon Co., Illinois.90

• At the time of his mother's death on 7 Oct 1948, he resided in Los Angeles, California.44

Paul married Madaline Mary SEARS37, 93 on 4 Feb 1927.1, 37 Madaline was born on 16 Aug 1907 inKansas37, 93 and died on 5 Jul 1996 in Orange Co., California93 at age 88.

The known children of Paul and Madaline were:

M i. Keneth LEE37 was born about 1929 in Oklahoma.37

F ii. Sally Delores LEE94 was born on 7 Jul 1937 in Oklahoma94 and died on 20 May1980 in Ventura Co., California94 at age 42. (unproven)

Additional notes for Sally Delores LEE:

• Research: Sally is assumed to be a child of Paul and Madaline. She shows up in theCalifornia Death Index with a father named LEE and a mother named SEARS.

Sally married Gerald F. LAJOIE.94, 124 Gerald was born on 19 Sep 1932.124

U iii. Unknown LEE.

U iv. Unknown LEE.



Laura Lee KOONTZ

43. Laura Lee KOONTZ13, 15, 28, 37 (Sophia Jane LEE 3, John 2, WilliamHenry 1) was born on 2 Mar 1873 in Allerton, Champaign Co., Illinois,13, 15, 28, 37,

42 died on 2 Aug 1933 in Ravenwood, Nodaway Co., Missouri42 at age 60, and wasburied in Ravenwood, Nodaway Co., Missouri.42

Additional notes for Laura Lee KOONTZ:

• Other sources say that Laura was born about 1876 in Illinois.37

• At the time of the 1900 U.S. Federal Census, she worked as a schoolteacher (Thompson School) in Vance Township, Vermilion Co.,Illinois.15, 42

• Her obituary in the Stewardson Clipper of 10 Aug 1933 reads... "Laura Lee Koontz, oldest child of Mr and Mrs. James H Koontz wasborn March 2, 1873, at Allerton, Ill and passed away August 2, 1933 atRavenwood, Missouri, aged 60 years and 5 months. She spent her earlyyears in Champaign County. She graduated from the high school atIndianoia, Illinois and attended the Illinois Normal School at Charleston,Illinois. She taught school in Champaign county 10 years, spending hersummer vacation with her parents at the old home west of Stewardson. Shewas married to James Hubbell of Ravenwood, Missouri in 1910 where shehas since made her home. One child Genevieve was born to this union. Shewas an active member of the Methodist church and teacher of the Adult Bible class. She wasalso affiliated with the Order of the Eastern Star and American Legion Auxiliary. She leaves tomourn: her husband, her daughter' Mrs. Genevieve Dye, her aged father, her mother havepreceded her in death; five brothers, Jacob of Detroit, Michigan, John of Mode, Frank, Bert andBruce of Stewardson; four sisters, Mrs. Emma Blodgett and Miss LUCY Koontz ofStewardson, Mrs. Alta Livengood of Covington, Indiana, and Mrs. Jennie Hathaway ofMountain Home, Idaho. The children were all at home together with their father for the lasttime last Thanksgiving Day. Mrs. Hubbell was well known in the Washington church andStewardson communities and leaves many friends here as well as in Ravenwood. The funeralservices were conducted at Ravenwood Saturday and interment was made in the nearbycemetery."42

Laura married James W. HUBBELL28, 37 about 1912.28, 37 James was born about 1868 in Missouri28,

37 and died after 1930.37

Additional notes for James W. HUBBELL:

• His surname was also spelled Hubbel.28

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, James worked as a farmer in Jackson Township,Nodaway Co., Missouri.28

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a farmer in Jackson Township,Nodaway Co., Missouri.37

The known children of James and Laura were:

F i. Genevieve L. HUBBELL37 was born about 1912 in Missouri.28, 37



Additional notes for Genevieve L. HUBBELL:

• Her surname is also spelled Hubbel.28

Genevieve married Raymond DYE37, 150 about 1929.37, 150 Raymond was born about1910 in Missouri.37

Additional notes for Raymond DYE:

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Raymond worked as a bridge laborerin Barnard, Nodaway Co., Missouri.37

44. John Henry KOONTZ13, 16, 28, 37, 76 (Sophia Jane LEE 3, John 2, William Henry

1) was born on 18 Dec 1874 in Allerton, Champaign Co., Illinois,13, 16, 28, 37, 42 died on 16 Nov 1933in Stewardson, Shelby Co., Illinois42 at age 58, and was buried in Stewardson, Shelby Co., Illinois(Stewardson Cemetery).42

Additional notes for John Henry KOONTZ:

• Other sources say John was born on 18 Dec 1875.76

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, John lived on South 3rd St. in Stewardson,Shelby Co., Illinois.16 He worked as a beekeeper.

• John registered for the WWI draft on 12 Sep 1918 in Shelbyville, Shelby Co., Illinois.76

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, he lived in Prairie Township, Shelby Co.,Illinois.28 He worked as a farmer.

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, John worked as a motor tester in an automobilefactory in Banner Township, Effingham Co., Illinois.37

• His obituary in the Stewardson Clipper of 23 Nov 1933 reads... "John H. Koontz, son of James and Sophia Lee Koontz was born December 18 , 1873, nearAllerton Champaign county, Illinois. He departed this life November 16, 1933 at the age of 57years, 10 months and 26 days. In the spring of 1893 he came with his family to Shelby County and settled on a farm west ofStewardson. On June 12, 1902, he was united in marriage to Mary Ales Beck and to this unionthree children were born, namely, Maurie of Caldwell, Idaho; Dale of Mode, Ara Louise ofMattoon. His wife proceeded him in death March 16, 1920. Besides his children he leaves hisaged father, James H. Koontz of Stewardson; four sisters Emma Blodgett of Boise, Idaho, JennieHathaway, Mountain Home, Idaho; Alta Livengood of Covington, Indiana; Lucy Koontz ofStewardson; four brothers Jacob of Detroit, Michigan, Frank, Bert and Bruce all of Stewardson.He also leaves four grandchildren: Maurice Kendall, Mary Maxine, James Jr. and MargaretLouise; a number of nieces and nephews. His mother passed away April 1, 1921 and an older sister, Laura Lee Hubbell died August 2,1933. He was a member of the Methodist church of Stewardson. He spent most of his life in and aroundStewardson. Funeral services were conducted at the Stewardson Methodist church by the pastor, Rev. W.J.



Edmunds, on Monday afternoon, November 20 at 2:00 o'clock. Interment was made in theStewardson Cemetery."42

John married Mary Ales BECK28 on 12 Jun 1902.16, 28, 42 Mary was born about 1876 in Illinois16, 28 and died on 16 Mar 1920 in Stewardson, Shelby Co., Illinois40 about age 44.

The known children of John and Mary were:

M i. Maurice "Maurie" KOONTZ16, 28, 37 was born about 1903 in Illinois.16, 28, 37

Additional notes for Maurice "Maurie" KOONTZ:

• Research: The SSDI has an M. KOONTZ (b. 4 Apr 1903, d. May 1985, lastresidence Cocolalla, Bonner Co., Idaho. This could be Maurice.

Maurie married Unknown (KOONTZ)37 about 1927.37

M ii. Dale KOONTZ16, 28, 37 was born about 1905 in Illinois.16, 28, 37

Additional notes for Dale KOONTZ:

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Dale worked as a farmer in BannerTownship, Effingham Co., Illinois.37

Dale married Wilma (KOONTZ)37, 68 about 1928.37 Wilma was born on 4 Mar 1907in Illinois37, 68 and died in Jul 197968 at age 72.

F iii. Ara Louise KOONTZ28 was born about 1912 in Illinois.28

45. James Franklin "Frank" KOONTZ13, 15, 16, 28, 37, 40, 76 (Sophia Jane LEE 3, John 2,William Henry 1) was born on 21 Dec 1877 in Allerton, Champaign Co., Illinois,13, 15, 16, 28, 37, 40,

42 died on 14 Jun 1935 in Prairie Township, Shelby Co., Illinois40, 42 at age 57, and was buried on 16 Jun1935 in Stewardson, Shelby Co., Illinois.42

Additional notes for James Franklin "Frank" KOONTZ:

• Other sources say Frank was born on 21 Dec 1876.76

• At the time of the 1900 U.S. Federal Census, Frank served as a private in the U.S. ArmedForces in Philippine Islands.15

• Frank registered for the WWI draft on 12 Sep 1918 in Shelby Co., Illinois.76

• Frank spent most of his life residing in Prairie Township, Shelby Co., Illinois.16, 28, 37 Heworked as a farmer.

Frank married Ida BAILEY16, 28, 37 about 1902.16, 28, 37 Ida was born about 1879 in Illinois16, 28, 37 and died after 1930.37

The known children of Frank and Ida were:

F i. Lois E. KOONTZ16, 28 was born about 1903 in Illinois.16, 28

M ii. Orval B. KOONTZ16, 28, 68, 151 was born on 18 May 1905 in Illinois16, 28, 37, 68, 151 and died on 27 Dec 1981 in Almont, Lapeer Co., Michigan68, 151 at age 76.

Additional notes for Orval B. KOONTZ:

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Orval worked as a policeman inDetroit, Wayne Co., Michigan.37



U iii. Unknown KOONTZ16 was born before 191016 and died before 1910.16


U iv. Unknown KOONTZ16 was born before 1910.16

F v. Waunita KOONTZ37 was born about 1913 in Illinois.28, 37

F vi. Jean KOONTZ37 was born about 1916 in Illinois.28, 37

46. Jacob A. KOONTZ13, 15, 16, 37, 76 (Sophia Jane LEE 3, John 2, William Henry 1) was born on 10 Mar 1879 in Allerton, Champaign Co., Illinois,13, 15, 28, 37, 76 died on 1 Jan 1940 inStewardson, Shelby Co., Illinois42 at age 60, and was buried in Stewardson, Shelby Co., Illinois.42

Additional notes for Jacob A. KOONTZ:

• Other sources say that Jacob was born about 1874 in Illinois.16

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a farmer in Holland Township,Shelby Co., Illinois.16

• Jacob registered for the WWI draft on 12 Sep 1918 in Detroit, Wayne Co., Michigan.76

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, Jacob lived at 1251 Conrad Ave. in Detroit,Wayne Co., Michigan.28 He worked as a safety man in an auto factory.

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, he lived at 5143 Concord Avenue in Detroit,Wayne Co., Michigan.37 He worked as an auto factory foreman.

• His obituary reads... "Jake Koontz was born 1879 at Allerton, Illinois. He moved to Stewardson, Illinois in 1893. Hewas converted in early life and united with the Methodist Church. He moved to Detroit in 1917.There he was active in church work as a teacher of young men and also a class leader. He wasmade a life member of the Chrysler choir in 1938. His father and mother, two brothers and onesister preceded him in death. His wife, two brothers and four sisters survive him namely; Bertand Bruce Koontz of Mode; Mrs. Jack Hathaway of Mountain Home, Idaho, Mrs. EmmaBlodgett of Twin Falls, Idaho, Mrs. Forrest Livengood of Covington, Indiana and Miss LucyKoontz of Stewardson; also several nieces and nephews survive. He passed away January 1,1940 at the home of his sister Miss Lucy Koontz in Stewardson. Besides those mentioned thereare others who deeply feel his departure. Funeral Services were conducted at the StewardsonMethodist church by Rev. W. J. Edmunds of Arcola, assisted by Rev. G. C. Dude. Burial wasmade in the Stewardson cemetery."42

Jacob married Jennie HASTINGS16, 28, 37 about 1900.16, 28 Jennie was born about 1882 in Illinois28,


Additional notes for Jacob and Jennie:

• The 1930 U.S. Federal Census for Detroit, Wayne Co., Michigan says that this couple wasmarried about 1905.37

Additional notes for Jennie HASTINGS:

• Other sources say that Jennie was born about 1875 in Illinois.16

The known children of Jacob and Jennie were:



F i. Louise KOONTZ16 was born about 1906 in Illinois16 and died before 1920.28


47. Bert KOONTZ15, 16, 37 (Sophia Jane LEE 3, John 2, William Henry 1) was born on 31Aug 1882 in Allerton, Champaign Co., Illinois,15, 16, 28, 37, 42 died on 18 Jun 196242 at age 79, and wasburied on 21 Jun 1962 in Stewardson, Shelby Co., Illinois (Stewardson Cemetery).42

Additional notes for Bert KOONTZ:

• His surname was also spelled Coons.28

• His WWI Draft Registration says that Bert was born on 31 Aug 1881.76

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, he lived in Prairie Township, Shelby Co.,Illinois.16 He worked as a farmer.

• Bert registered for the WWI draft on 12 Sep 1918 in Shelbyville, Shelby Co., Illinois.76

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, Bert lived in Holland Township, Shelby Co.,Illinois.28 He worked as a farmer.

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, he lived in Holland Township, Shelby Co.,Illinois.37 He worked as a farmer.

• His obituary in the Shelbyville Daily Union of 20 Jun 1962 reads... "Bert Koontz, 79 of near Strasburg died at 11:30 Monday night in St Anthony hospital inEffingham. Services will be at 2:00 Thursday afternoon in the Stewardson Methodist church with burial inthe Stewardson cemetery. Friends may call at the Brummertedt funeral home in Stewardson after3pm Wednesday. He leaves his wife Clara; five daughters, Mrs Elverna VonBehren of Strasburg, Mrs EvelynForman of Denver, Colo., Mrs Virginia Parrish of Milford, Mrs France Lees of Homewood andMrs Ruth Nees of San Antonio, Texas; a brother Bruce of Mode and a sister Miss Lucy Koontzof Stewardson."42

Bert married Clara H. (KOONTZ)16, 28, 37 about 1910.16, 28, 37 Clara was born about 1890 in Illinois16,

28, 37 and died after 1930.37

The known children of Bert and Clara were:

F i. Elverna KOONTZ28, 37 was born about 1911 in Illinois.28, 37

Elverna married Unknown VONBEHREN.42

F ii. Evelyn KOONTZ28, 37, 68 was born on 5 Jun 1912 in Illinois28, 37, 68 and died on 3 Oct200268 at age 90.

Evelyn married Unknown FORMAN.42

F iii. Virginia KOONTZ28, 37 was born about 1916 in Illinois.28, 37

Virginia married Unknown PARRISH.42

F iv. Frances KOONTZ37 was born about 1920 in Illinois.37



Frances married Unknown LEES.42

F v. Ruth KOONTZ37, 68 was born on 31 Oct 1922 in Illinois37, 68 and died on 1 Jun199368 at age 70.

Ruth married Unknown NEES.42

48. Bruce KOONTZ15, 16, 28, 37, 76 (Sophia Jane LEE 3, John 2, William Henry 1) was bornon 6 Oct 1884 in South Homer Township., Champaign Co., Illinois,15, 16, 28, 37, 42 died on 5 Nov 1966 inEffingham, Effingham Co., Illinois42 at age 82, and was buried in Stewardson, Shelby Co., Illinois.42

Additional notes for Bruce KOONTZ:

• His WWI Draft Registration says that Bruce was born on 6 Oct 1883.76

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a farmer in Prairie Township,Shelby Co., Illinois.16

• Bruce registered for the WWI draft on 12 Sep 1918 in Shelbyville, Shelby Co., Illinois.76

• From the Decatur Review 16 Nov 1919... "Koontz Gets Pay for Corn: Bruce Koontz of Stewardson won in his suit against J. ArthurRoley and was awarded damages to the amount of $470.00. Koontz had purchased corn fromRoley and claimed that it did not weight out the full amount which Roley stated the cribcontained in his best judgment. Koontz claimed the agreement was that in case the actual weightfell short, he was to receive from Roley the difference between the actual and estimated weights. Roley's refusal to pay the difference led to the suit."42

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, Bruce worked as a farmer in ClarksburgTownship., Shelby Co., Illinois.28

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a farmer in Clarksburg Township.,Shelby Co., Illinois.37

• "Bruce was a farmer all of his life. He specialized in hogs and grain. I remember most of all hewas a bee man and often helped unswarm them. Also remember a Airplane trip to Denver hetook to see his son William Koontz. He was a saw mill man owning a saw mill that is still on thefarm but not used today (1995). When I was young he plowed the garden with a one wheelgarden tractor always dressed in long sleeves and a straw hat. He raised turkeys (white ones)and I helped feed and them all summer and until the first dressing time at Thanksgiving time. Healways had a crew come in the do the work including my mom." - Burl & Edna Harrison, Aunt Lucy Koontz42

Bruce married Metta HOGELAND16, 37 on 1 Mar 1908 in Mode, Shelby Co., Illinois.16, 28, 37,

42, 95 Metta was born on 12 Oct 1886 in Ayers Township, Champaign Co., Illinois,16, 42 died on 3Jun 1989 in Effingham, Effingham Co., Illinois42 at age 102, and was buried on 5 Jun 1989 inStewardson, Shelby Co., Illinois.42

Additional notes for Metta HOGELAND:

• Her surname was also spelled Hoagland.95

• Other sources say that Metta was born about 1888 in Illinois.28, 37



• "Grandma told me my 5gr Uncle was Robert E Lee. I have been working on this statement forseveral years now. She also told of her mother's family growing cranberries in Maryland. Sheloved the garden, flowers, chickens and caring for her family. She could churn butter and cookwonderful meals especially in the summertime when we used the summer porch." - Richard Koontz Compiler's note: DNA tests on a male LEE descendant have disproved the Robert E. LEEclaim.42

The known children of Bruce and Metta were:

F i. Geneva Claire KOONTZ16, 28, 37 was born on 15 Nov 1909 in Mode, Shelby Co.,Illinois,16, 28, 37, 42 died on 5 Jun 1993 in Flint, Genesee Co., Michigan (McLarenRegional Medical Center)42 at age 83, and was buried on 8 Jun 1993 in Clio, GeneseeCo., Michigan (Flint Memorial Park).42

Additional notes for Geneva Claire KOONTZ:

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Geneva worked as a hospital nurse inClarksburg Township., Shelby Co., Illinois.37

• Her obituary in a Clio, Michigan newspaper reads... "Beyer, Geneva C. of Clio, age 82 died Saturday, June 5, 1993 at McLarenReginal Medical Center. Funeral services will be held 11 Am Tuesday, June 8, 1993at the Benjamin & Whipple Funeral Home, Rev. Clavin Blue officiating. Entombment at Flint Memorial Park. Friends may call at the funeral home Monday2-4 and 7-9 PM. Memorials may be made to Bethany United Methodist Church, theClio Historical Museum or the charity of one's choice. Mrs. Beyer was born inMode, Illinois November 15, 1909, the daughter of Bruce and Metta (Hogeland)Koontz. Mrs. Beyer had resided in Clio since 1947. Mrs. Beyer married Dr. GeorgeD. Beyer in Lansing, MI on June 2, 1945. Geneva was a graduate nurse, graduatingfrom the Decatur Hospital School of Nursing, Decatur, Illinois. She was a graduateof the University of Michigan Medical School, Department of Anesthesia and servedas a nurse anesthetist at Hurley Hospital, Flint until her marriage in 1945. She was amember of the Women's Auxiliary Genesee County Medical Society and served asits president in 1963-64. She was a member of Vienna Chapter #283 OES and was amember of Bethany United Methodist Church. Surviving are husband, Dr. George,sister Mildred Koontz of Stewardson, Illinois; 3 brothers Wesley and Gwen Koontzof Stewardson and Earl Koontz of California; several nieces, nephews andcousins."42

Geneva married Dr. George BEYER M.D.42, 68 on 2 Jun 1945 in Lansing, InghamCo., Michigan.42 George was born on 15 Apr 1920 in Mt. Pleasant, Henry Co.,Iowa42, 68 and died on 12 Jan 1998 in Murfreesboro, Rutherford Co., Tennessee42 at age 77.

Additional notes for Dr. George BEYER M.D.:

• Other sources say George died on 11 Jan 1998.68

M ii. James William KOONTZ28, 37 was born on 4 Nov 1911 in Mode, Shelby Co.,



Illinois,28, 37, 42 died on 19 Nov 1991 in Sarasota, Sarasota Co., Florida42 at age 80,and was buried in Sarasota, Sarasota Co., Florida.42

Additional notes for James William KOONTZ:

• His obituary reads... "James William Koontz 80, of Sarasota, FL, died Tuesday, Nov 19, 1991 at ahospital in Sarasota. The private family service was held in Sarasota, FL. Mr. Koontzwas born Nov 4, 1911 near Mode, the son of Bruce and Metta Koontz. Surviving arehis wife, Louise; a stepson; stepdaughter; brothers, Wesley and Gwen, both of Mode,Earl of Miro Loma, CA; sisters Geneva Beyer of Clio, MI, Mildred Koontz of Mode;and grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, mother and 2sisters."42

James married Louise (KOONTZ).42

M iii. Wesley H. KOONTZ28 was born on 8 May 1914 in Mode, Shelby Co., Illinois.28, 37,

42

M iv. Gwen Harold KOONTZ42 was born on 19 Sep 1916 in Mode, Shelby Co.,Illinois,28, 37, 42 died on 16 Jun 1997 in Effingham, Effingham Co., Illinois (St.Anthony Hospital)42 at age 80, and was buried on 19 Jun 1997 in Stewardson, ShelbyCo., Illinois (Stewardson Cemetery).42

Additional notes for Gwen Harold KOONTZ:

• Gwen served in the U.S. Army in WWII.42 He entered the service on 18 Mar 1941.

• His obituary reads... "Gwen Harold Koontz 80 of rural Mode, died at 1 AM Monday (June 16, 1997) atSt. Anthony Hospital in Effingham. The funeral will be 1:30 PM Thursday at theBrummerstedt Funeral Home Stewardson. Burial will be in the StewardsonCemetery. Visitation will be 6 to 8 PM Wednesday at the funeral home. He was bornSept. 19, 1916 in Mode, the son of Bruce and Metta Hogeland Koontz. Survivorsinclude two brothers, Wesley Koontz of Mode and Earl Koontz of Calif; one sisterMildred Koontz of Mode. Mr. Koontz was a retired farmer and an army veteran ofWW II. He was a member of the American Legion of Stewardson, VFW ofEffingham and the 33rd Division of War Veterans Association. Memorials may bemade to the donor's choice."42

F v. Mildred KOONTZ28, 37 was born on 3 Oct 1918 in Mode, Shelby Co., Illinois.28, 37, 42

F vi. Bernice KOONTZ37 was born on 18 Jul 1920 in Mode, Shelby Co., Illinois,42 died on 11 Dec 1985 in University City, St. Louis Co. Missouri42 at age 65, and wasburied in Missouri.42

Additional notes for Bernice KOONTZ:

• The 1930 U.S. Federal Census for Clarksburg Township, Shelby Co., Illinois saysthat Bernice was born about 1922 in Illinois.37

Bernice married Gilbert GERHARD.42 Gilbert was born on 1 Sep 190242 and diedon 1 Dec 1985 in Missouri42 at age 83.



F vii. Verna Louise KOONTZ37, 42 was born on 25 Jan 1923 in Mode, Shelby Co.,Illinois,37, 42 died on 28 Nov 1988 in Mattoon, Coles Co., Illinois42 at age 65, and wasburied on 30 Nov 1988 in Windsor, Shelby Co., Illinois (Windsor Cemetery).42

Additional notes for Verna Louise KOONTZ:

• Her obituary in The Decatur Herald & Review of 29 Nov 1988 reads... "Mrs. Oliver "Pooch" Morrison (Verna Koontz) Morrison 65 of Windsor died 5:10AM Monday November 28, 1988 in Odd Fellows Rebekah Home, Mattoon. Serviceswill be 1:30 PM in Lovins-Lockart Funeral Home, Windsor, with visitation 6 to 8 PMTuesday. Burial will be in Windsor Cemetery. Memorials Windsor Public Library orthe Odd Fellow Rebekah Home. Mrs. Morrison was born in Mode, daughter of Bruceand Metta Hogeland Koontz. She was a member of the Rebekah Lodge of Windsor.She married Oliver Morrison in 1939. He died in 1984. Surviving are her sons, Steven of Kewanee, James of Percy; Roger of Windsor;Dennis of Washington; daughter, Linda McFarland of Mattoon; mother of Mode;brothers William of Sarasota, FL; Wesley and Gwen both of Mode; Earl of MiraLoma, Calif; sisters Geneva Bayer of Clio, Mich.; Mildred Koontz of Mode; sixgrandchildren; one great-grandchild. One sister preceded her in death."42

Verna married Oliver "Pooch" MORRISON42 on 18 Nov 1939 in French Lick,Orange Co., Indiana.42 Pooch was born on 2 May 1919 in Dora Township, MoultrieCo., Illinois,42 died on 23 Oct 1984 in Mattoon, Coles Co., Illinois42 at age 65, andwas buried on 25 Oct 1984 in Windsor, Shelby Co., Illinois.42

M viii. Earl E. KOONTZ37, 68 was born on 9 May 1924 in Mode, Shelby Co., Illinois37, 42 and died on 4 Jan 200868 at age 83.

Additional notes for Earl E. KOONTZ:

• Other sources say Earl was born on 9 May 1925.68

Earl married Shirley HOFFMAN.42, 68 Shirley was born on 3 Jun 1927,68 died inMar 1978 in Newton, Jasper Co., Iowa68 at age 50, and was buried in Effingham,Effingham Co., Illinois.42

Earl next married Janice (KOONTZ)42 in Las Vegas, Clark Co., Nevada.42

49. Alta KOONTZ16, 37 (Sophia Jane LEE 3, John 2, William Henry 1) was born 29 Feb1885 in Allerton, Champaign Co., Illinois,42 died on 9 Jun 1953 in Effingham, Effingham Co., Illinois,42 and was buried in Stewardson, Shelby Co., Illinois.42

Additional notes for Alta KOONTZ:

• Other sources say that Alta was born in Feb 1888 in Illinois.15, 16


• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, Alta worked as a nurse in a hospital inStewardson, Shelby Co., Illinois.16

• Alta served in WWI as an army nurse.42

• Her obituary in the Covington Republican of 11 Jun 1953 reads...



"Word was received here Wednesday morning June 10 of the death of Mrs Forrest LivengoodTuesday night at Effingham, Ill. where the Livengoods had their home. Mrs Livengood theformer Alta Koontz had been in ill health for years. The Livengoods lived in Covinton for many years and Mrs Livengood was affiliated with theEastern Star and the American Legion Auxiliary. She was a registered nurse and served in thatcapacity while living here. She is survived by the husband and a daughter Mrs James Abrams and three grandchildren ofOhio, Mrs Abrams is quite ill in the hospital and will be unable to attend the funeral services. The body is at the Bauer Funeral Home and burial will be in Stewardson, Ill her former home.Funeral arrangements are incomplete. Mr Livengoods relatives living here are Mrs V. E.Livegood, his stepmother Mrs Elbert McKee, aunt; Ora Livengood, uncle and Mrs MildredDoan, cousin."42

Alta married Forrest E. LIVENGOOD42 about 1921.37, 42 Forrest was born on 5 Aug 1890 inCovington, Fountain Co., Indiana,37, 42 died on 5 Aug 1956 in Effingham, Effingham Co., Illinois42 atage 66, and was buried on 7 Aug 1956 in Stewardson, Shelby Co., Illinois (Stewardson Cemetery).42

Additional notes for Forrest E. LIVENGOOD:

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Forrest lived at 714 Jefferson St. in Covington,Fountain Co., Indiana.37 He worked as a lawyer.

• His obituary in The Covington Republican of 9 Aug 1956 reads... "Funeral services for Forrest E Livengood, age 66, a native of Covington and a member of theFountain County Bar Association who died Sunday morning, August 5 at St Elizabeth Hospital inEffingham, Ill. were held at 2:30 o'clock Tuesday afternoon at the Bauer Funeral Home inEffingham. Burial was in the family lot at Stewardson Cemetery about 12 miles from Effingham. Mr Livengood was born in Covington, Aug 5, 1890 the son of Valentine E and Ida JohnsonLiviengood. He was graduated from Covington High Community High School with the class of1908 and from Indiana University and the I. U. School of Law in 1912. Immediately aftergraduation from law school Mr Livengood began practicing with his father. He was active in Democratic politics and was secretary to Mrs Virginia E Jackson, formercongresswoman from the sixth district. He also was wartime officer of Price Administration rentdirector at Lafayette and Evansville. He served in this capacity until the office was disbanded. Mr Livengood was a member of the Indiana State Bar Association. He also was a World War Iveteran and served with the Army at Washington. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge, theElks Lodge and the Fulton Banta Post 291, American Legion of Covington. He suffered his firstheart attack in September 1946 and his ninth one several weeks ago. He had been in and out ofthe hospital several times in the past several months and death was attributed to a hemorrhage. He is survived by one daughter Mrs James (Bettijane) Abrams of Abilene, Texas; threegrandchildren; and two half-brothers Bryant D Livengood of Covington and Charles VLivengood of Richmond."42

The known children of Forrest and Alta were:



F i. Betty Jane LIVENGOOD37 was born about 1923 in Illinois.37

Betty married James ABRAMS.42

50. Lottie Lee HOWARD10, 15, 16, 28, 38 (Julia LEE 3, John 2, William Henry 1) was born inOct 1882 in Illinois,10, 15, 16, 28 died on 31 Dec 194210, 38 at age 60, and was buried in Vance Township,Vermilion Co., Illinois (Davis Cemetery).10, 38

Additional notes for Lottie Lee HOWARD:

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, Lottie worked as a demonstrator for Homer CarSales in Fairmount, Vermilion Co., Illinois.16

Lottie married Thomas O. HUGHES10, 16, 28, 40 in Jun 1900.10, 16, 97 The marriage ended indivorce before 1910. Thomas was born in 1869 in Virginia,10 died on 16 Nov 1938 in Vermilion Co.,Illinois10, 40 at age 69, and was buried in Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Davis Cemetery).10

Additional notes for Thomas O. HUGHES:

• The 1920 U.S. Federal Census for Hartford, Warren Co., Iowa says that Thomas was bornabout 1870 in Illinois.28

• The 1930 U.S. Federal Census for Chicago, Cook Co., Illinois says that he was born inIllinois.37

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, Thomas worked as a postmaster in Hartford,Warren Co., Iowa.28

The known children of Thomas and Lottie were:

M i. Howard W. HUGHES10 was born in 1902,10 died in 190310 at age 1, and was buriedin Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Davis Cemetery).10


M ii. Conrad HUGHES16, 28, 37 was born about 1906 in Illinois.16, 28, 37

Additional notes for Conrad HUGHES:

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Conrad lived at 5646 No???? Blvd. inChicago, Cook Co., Illinois.37 He worked as an odd job laborer.

Lottie next married John E. NISWANDER28, 38 before 1920.28 John was born in 1865 inPennsylvania,28, 38 died on 1 Feb 193738 at age 72, and was buried in Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois(Spring Hill Cemetery).38

Additional notes for John E. NISWANDER:

• His surname was also spelled Nicewander.39

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, John lived at 124 Minnestoa Ave. in Danville,Vermilion Co., Illinois.28 He worked as a blacksmith's helper.

Lottie next married Unknown CUTLIT.38

51. Conrad Joseph HOWARD15, 16, 28, 37, 38, 76, 97 (Julia LEE 3, John 2, William Henry 1) was born in Aug 1889 in Fairmount, Vermilion Co., Illinois,15, 16, 38 died on 7 Dec 195538 at age 66, andwas buried in Catlin Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Oakridge Cemetery).38



Additional notes for Conrad Joseph HOWARD:

• Other sources say that Conrad was born on 15 Aug 1890 in Fairmount, Vermilion Co.,Illinois.76

• Other sources say that he was born about 1891 in Illinois.28

• Other sources say that Conrad was born about 1892 in Illinois.37

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a mechanical engineer for agasoline ??? in Fairmount, Vermilion Co., Illinois.16

• Conrad registered for the WWI draft on 5 Jun 1917 in Catlin Township, Vermilion Co.,Illinois.76

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, Conrad worked as a laborer in a coal mine inCatlin, Vermilion Co., Illinois.28

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, he lived at ??? Joliet Street in Wilmington, WillCo., Illinois.37 He worked as a fuel advisor for a strip mine.

Conrad married Harriet TAYLOR28, 37, 38 about 1917.28, 37, 38 Harriet was born on 31 May 1893 inCatlin, Vermilion Co., Illinois,28, 37, 38 died on 10 Jul 196538 at age 72, and was buried in Catlin,Vermilion Co., Illinois.38

The known children of Conrad and Harriet were:

F i. Julia June HOWARD28, 37 was born about 1919 in Illinois.28, 37

F ii. Rachel HOWARD37 was born about 1922 in Illinois.37

52. Helen Clarabelle LEE100 (John Ryland 3, John 2, William Henry 1) was born in 1901 inIllinois16, 26, 28, 100 and died in 1946100 at age 45.

Additional notes for Helen Clarabelle LEE:

• Other sources say that Helen was born about 1904 in Illinois.37

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, she worked as a wire mill floor manager inWayne Township, Allen Co., Indiana.37

Helen married Walter Nelson BORDNER68, 76, 100 on 5 Sep 1925 in Fort Wayne, Allen Co.,Indiana.26, 100 Walter was born on 19 Apr 1900 in Van Wert Co., Ohio26, 68, 76, 100 and died on 6 Apr196468, 100 at age 63.

Marriage notes for Walter and Helen: They were married by O. O. Lazier.26

Additional notes for Walter Nelson BORDNER:

• His surname was also spelled Bordeur and Bardner.26, 37

• Other sources say that Walter was born about 1901 in Indiana.37

• Walter registered for the WWI draft on 12 Sep 1918 in Lagrange Co., Indiana.76

• At the time of his marriage on 5 Sep 1925, he was employed as a winder in Fort Wayne, AllenCo., Indiana.26

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Walter lived at ??? Arbor Ave. in WayneTownship, Allen Co., Indiana.37 He worked as a wire mill winder.



• Walter was a truck driver in Ft. Wayne & Kendallville, Indiana.100

The known children of Walter and Helen were:

M i. Dan Dale BORDNER100 was born in 1936.100

Additional notes for Dan Dale BORDNER:

• Dan worked as an auto mechanic in Kendallville, Indiana.100

Dan married Sharon Ann HAWK.100 Sharon was born in 1941.100

53. Ralph Emerson LEE16, 28, 68, 99 (John Ryland 3, John 2, William Henry 1) was born on 18 Apr1907 in Indiana,16, 28, 68, 99 died on 31 Mar 197968, 99 at age 71, and was buried in Kendallville, Noble Co.,Indiana (Lake View Cemetery).99

Ralph married Ruth Elizabeth BABCOCK98, 99, 102 on 24 Dec 1928 in Coesse, Whitley Co.,Indiana.98, 102 Ruth was born on 12 Dec 1910 in Monroeville, Allen Co., Indiana,98, 99, 102 died on 28Jun 1998 in Kendallville, Noble Co., Indiana98, 99, 102 at age 87, and was buried on 1 Jul 1998 inKendallville, Noble Co., Indiana (Lake View Cemetery).98, 99, 102

Additional notes for Ruth Elizabeth BABCOCK:

• Her obituary in the Fort Wayne News Sentinel of 29 Jun 1998 reads... "Ruth E. Lee, 87, of Kendallville died Sunday at home. The Monroeville native had worked at McCray Memorial Hospital as a nurse's aide and atKendallville Auto Parts Store as a secretary. Her husband, Ralph E., died in 1979. Surviving are daughters, Dorris Mefferd of Kendallville and Linda Netzinger of Ladysmith, Wis.;a son, William H. of Kendallville; a brother, Melvin T. Babcock of Alma, Mich.; 10grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Berhalter-Hutchins Funeral Home, Kendallville, with callingfrom 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday. Burial will be in Lake View Cemetery, Kendallville."102

• Another obituary reads... "Lee Ruth E, 87, died Sunday in her residence. She was born in Monroeville on Dec. 12,1910 to Melvin and Clara (Hendricks) Babcock. On Dec. 24, 1928 in Coesse, she marriedRalph E. Lee. He died March 31, 1979. She was a nurse's aide at McCray Hospital and later asecretary at Kendallville Auto Parts. She attended Trinity Church United Methodist inKendallville. Surviving are 2 daughters and a son-in-law, Gerald and Doris Mefferd ofKendallville and Linda Netzinger of Ladysmith, Wis.; a son and daughter-in-law, William H. andConnie S. Lee of Kendallville; a brother, Melvin Babcock of Alma, Mich.; 10 grandchildren; 20great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by 3 brothersand one sister. Funeral Wednesday in Berhalter-Hutchins Funeral Home. Burial, Lake ViewCemetery. + 6-28-1998"98

The known children of Ralph and Ruth were:

M i. William Howard "Bill" LEE102, 152 was born on 2 Apr 1932 in Lagrange Co.,Indiana,102, 152 died on 13 Mar 2002 in South Milford, Lagrange Co., Indiana102,

152 at age 69, and was buried on 17 Mar 2002 in South Milford, Lagrange Co., Indiana



(South Milford Cemetery).102

Additional notes for William Howard "Bill" LEE:

• At the time of his mother's death on 28 Jun 1998, Bill resided in Kendallville,Noble Co., Indiana.102

• His obituary in the Fort Wayne News Sentinel of 15 Mar 2002 reads... "William Howard ''Bill" Lee, 69, of Kendallville, a member with the South MilfordVolunteer Fire Department for several years, died Wednesday, March 13, 2002, athome. The Fort Wayne native retired in the 1980s from Kendallville Auto Parts after 18years of service. Surviving are his wife, Connie; a son, Mark of Kendallville; adaughter, Pam Notestine of Mongo; sisters Doris Mefferd of Kendallville and LindaNetzinger of Ladysmith, Wis.; and three grandchildren. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday atHite Funeral Home, Kendallville, with calling from 4 to 8 p.m. Saturday. Burial willbe at South Milford Cemetery. Memorials are to Parkview Home Health andHospice."102

Bill married Connie Sue BERRY.152 Connie was born on 10 May 1952.152

F ii. Doris Elizabeth LEE.153

Additional notes for Doris Elizabeth LEE:

• At the time of her mother's death on 28 Jun 1998, Doris resided in Kendallville,Noble Co., Indiana.102

• At the time of her brother's death on 13 Mar 2002, she resided in Kendallville,Noble Co., Indiana.102

Doris married Gerald Lowell MEFFERD153 on 18 Apr 1954 in South Milford,Lagrange Co., Indiana.153

F iii. Linda LEE.98, 102

Additional notes for Linda LEE:

• At the time of her mother's death on 28 Jun 1998, Linda resided in Ladysmith,Rusk Co., Wisconsin.102

• At the time of her brother's death on 13 Mar 2002, she resided in Ladysmith, RuskCo., Wisconsin.102

Linda married Unknown NETZINGER.98, 102

54. Flossie Lona LEE28, 37, 46, 68, 101, 102, 103 (John Ryland 3, John 2, William Henry 1) was born on 15 May 1915 in Huntington Co., Indiana,28, 37, 46, 68, 101, 102, 103 died on 2 Sep 1993 in WhitleyCo., Indiana (Whitley Co. Memorial Hospital)46, 68, 102, 103 at age 78, and was buried on 5 Sep 1993 inColumbia City, Whitley Co., Indiana (Nolt Cemetery).46, 102, 103

Additional notes for Flossie Lona LEE:

• Her obituary in the Fort Wayne News Sentinel of 3 Sep 1993 reads...



"Flossie L. Heupel, 78, of Columbia City died yesterday in Whitley County Memorial Hospital. The Huntington County native worked with her husband, in his transport service. Surviving are her husband, Ed; a daughter, Sharlene Berskire of Carleton, Mich.; a son, Jamesof Washington, D.C.; and two grandchildren. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday in Smith & Sons Funeral Home, Columbia City, where calling is 2 to4. and 7 to 9 p.m. tomorrow. Burial will be in Nolt Cemetery. Preferred memorials are gifts to the American Heart Association or Whitley County HomeHealth Care."102

Flossie married Edwin Emil HEUPEL46, 68, 103 on 26 Feb 1937.68, 102, 103 Edwin was bornon 26 Sep 1911 in McClusky, Sheridan Co., North Dakota,46, 103 died on 25 Mar 1999 in WhitleyCo., Indiana (Whitley Co. Memorial Hospital)46, 103 at age 87, and was buried on 27 Mar 1999 inColumbia City, Whitley Co., Indiana (Nolt Cemetery).46, 103

Additional notes for Edwin Emil HEUPEL:

• His obituary in the Columbia City Post & Mail of 26 Mar 1999 reads... "Edwin Emil Heupel, 87, a resident of Columbia City, died at 1:20 a.m. Thursday, March 25,1999, at Whitley Memorial Hospital. Born September 26, 1911, in McClusky, N.D., a son of Adam and Caroline Wanner Heupel, hisformative years were spent in McClusky where he graduated from high school. His educationwas completed at Hibbing College in Hibbing, Minn., with a degree in accounting. In 1933, he visited a brother in Etna and remained in Whitley County. In 1934, he becameassociated with the late Lawrence Mason in Mason Oil Company. They formed TransportService Company in 1942, and following Mr. Mason's death in 1952. Mr. Heupel purchased hisinterest in the company. He was also co-owner of Petrie Oil Company in Decatur, Columbia City Freight Lines andWhitley Equipment Company until his retirement in 1976. On February 26, 1937, he was united in marriage to Flossie L. Lee and they spent their marriedlife in Columbia City. Mrs. Heupel died September 2, 1993. A life member of Columbia City Elks Club, he was a member of Columbia City Rotary Clubsince 1944, becoming a Paul Harris Fellow in April 1984. Surviving relatives include a son and daughter-in-law. Col. James E. and Jackie L. Heupel,Fredericksburg, Texas, a daughter and son-in-law, Sharlene and Don Berkshire, Columbia City,two sisters, Beada Heitzmann, Twinsburg, Ohio, and Emma Peterson, Waterloo, Neb., and twograndchildren, Eric Heupel, Boise, Idaho; and Niki Buse, Lafayette. In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by a son, Larry Alan Heupel, eight brothers andthree sisters.



The funeral service begins at 2 p.m. Saturday at Smith and Sons Funeral Home in ColumbiaCity, with the Rev Barry Faucett officiating. Visitation is from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial is at Nolt Cemetery, Columbia Township. For those who wish, memorials may be made to Whitley County CommunityFoundation."103

The known children of Edwin and Flossie were:

F i. Sharlene D. HEUPEL102, 103, 124 was born in Oct 1942.124

Additional notes for Sharlene D. HEUPEL:

• At the time of her mother's death on 2 Sep 1993, Sharlene resided in Carleton,Monroe Co., Michigan.102

Sharlene married Don BERKSHIRE.103, 124

Additional notes for Don BERKSHIRE:

• His surname is also spelled Berskire.102, 103

M ii. Col. James E. HEUPEL.102, 103

Additional notes for Col. James E. HEUPEL:

• At the time of his mother's death on 2 Sep 1993, James resided in Washington, D.C..102

James married Jackie L. (HEUPEL).103, 124 Jackie was born in Feb 1946.124

M iii. Larry Allen HEUPEL46, 103 died in 194046 and was buried in Columbia City,Whitley Co., Indiana (Nolt Cemetery).46


55. Jane DAVIDSON20 (Eveline STEARNS 3, Priscilla LEE 2, William Henry 1) was born on 29Feb 1864 in Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois13, 15, 16, 19, 20, 28, 37, 50 and died about 1942 in Waukesha,Waukesha Co., Wisconsin50 about age 78.

Additional notes for Jane DAVIDSON:

• Other sources say Jane was born in Wisconsin.16, 37

• Other sources say she was born in Scotland.37

• At the time of the 1880 U.S. Federal Census, Jane worked as a domestic servant in OakwoodTownship, Vermilion Co., Illinois.13

• At the time of her marriage on 25 Dec 1888, she resided in Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.19

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Jane lived at 217 South Clark St. in Waukesha,Waukesha Co., Wisconsin.37

• Her obituary reads...



"Funeral services for Mrs. Jennie Bullock, 78, sister of Grant Davidson, Homer, were Tuesdayin Waukesha, Wis., her home. Mrs. Bullock died Sunday of complications. Mr. Davidson anddaughter, Mrs. Luella Huston, visited Mrs. Bullock last three years ago."50

Jane married Robert BULLOCH19, 37 on 25 Dec 1888 in Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.19 Robertwas born in Sep 1854 in Scotland15, 16, 19, 28, 37 and died after 1920.28

Marriage notes for Robert and Jane: They were married by C. H. Little, Minister.19

Additional notes for Robert BULLOCH:

• His surname was also spelled Bullach and Bullock.15, 16, 28

• Other sources say Robert was born in Wisconsin.16, 37

• Other sources say he was born in Illinois.37

• At the time of his marriage on 25 Dec 1888, Robert was employed as a blacksmith inWaukesha, Waukesha Co., Wisconsin.19

• At the time of the 1900 U.S. Federal Census, he lived at 401 Greenfield Avenue in Waukesha,Waukesha Co., Wisconsin.15 He worked as a blacksmith.

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, Robert worked as a railroad shop blacksmith inMilwaukee, Milwaukee Co., Wisconsin.16

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, he lived at 217 Clark St. in Waukesha, WaukeshaCo., Wisconsin.28 He worked as a blacksmith (bridgework).

The known children of Robert and Jane were:

F i. Nellie S. "Nell" BULLOCK16, 28, 37, 154, 155, 156, 157 was born on 21 May 1889 inWaukesha Co., Wisconsin15, 16, 28, 37, 154, 156 and died on 30 Jun 1973 in West Salem,La Crosse Co., Wisconsin156 at age 84.

Additional notes for Nellie S. "Nell" BULLOCK:

• Her surname was also spelled Bullach and Bulloch.15, 155

Nell married George Valentine BECK16, 28, 37, 76, 156, 157 about 1910.16, 28, 157 George was born on 10 Dec 1885 in Wisconsin16, 28, 37, 76, 156 and died on 9 May 1965in Milwaukee, Milwaukee Co., Wisconsin156 at age 79.

Additional notes for George Valentine BECK:

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, George lived at 27 29th St. inMilwaukee, Milwaukee Co., Wisconsin.16 He worked as a railroad shop machinist.

• George registered for the WWI draft on 12 Sep 1918 in North Fond du Lac, Fonddu Lac Co., Wisconsin.76

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, he lived at 853 Wisconsin Avenue inNorth Fond du Lac, Fond du Lac Co., Wisconsin.28

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, George lived at 4121 5th Ave. inChicago, Cook Co., Illinois.37 He worked as a railroad machinist.

Nell next married Gailord W. YULE37, 155, 157 between 1920 and 1930.28, 37, 155, 157 Gailord was born about 1881 in Wisconsin37 and died after 1930.37



Additional notes for Gailord W. YULE:

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Gailord lived at 179 West ??? St. inFond Du Lac, Fond Du Lac Co., Wisconsin.37 He worked as a railroad dispatcher.

M ii. Andrew C. BULLOCH16, 154, 155 was born on 23 Jan 1891 in Waukesha Co.,Wisconsin15, 16, 154 and died between 1910 and 1952.16, 155

Additional notes for Andrew C. BULLOCH:

• His surname was also spelled Bullach.15

Andrew married Unknown (BULLOCH)155 before 1954.155

M iii. Robert C. BULLOCK16, 28, 37 was born on 22 Jan 1893 in Wisconsin15, 16, 28, 37, 68 and died on 14 Jan 1963 in Oconomowoc, Waukesha Co., Wisconsin68, 156 at age 69.

Additional notes for Robert C. BULLOCK:

• His surname was also spelled Bullach and Bulloch.15, 37, 68, 155, 156

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, Robert worked as a drug store clerk inMilwaukee, Milwaukee Co., Wisconsin.16

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a bridgeworker inWaukesha, Waukesha Co., Wisconsin.28

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Robert lived at 629 Atjen Street inMilwaukee, Milwaukee Co., Wisconsin.37 He worked as a blacksmith.

Robert married Florence E. ATKIN28, 37, 68, 156 about 1917.28, 37 Florence was bornon 4 Aug 1892 in Wisconsin28, 37, 68 and died on 14 Jun 1985 in Waukesha Co.,Wisconsin68, 156 at age 92.

F iv. Blanche G. BULLOCH154, 155 was born on 7 Feb 1895 in Waukesha Co.,Wisconsin15, 16, 37, 154 and died after 1930.37

Additional notes for Blanche G. BULLOCH:

• Her surname was also spelled Bullach and Bullock.15, 28

• Other sources say that Blanche was born about 1897 in Wisconsin.28

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, she worked as a stenographer (realestate office) in Waukesha, Waukesha Co., Wisconsin.28

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Blanche worked as a clerk at aninsurance company in Chicago, Cook Co., Illinois.37

Blanche married George Valentine BECK16, 28, 37, 76, 156, 157 before 1930.37,

155 George was born on 10 Dec 1885 in Wisconsin16, 28, 37, 76, 156 and died on 9 May1965 in Milwaukee, Milwaukee Co., Wisconsin156 at age 79.

Additional notes for George Valentine BECK:

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, George lived at 27 29th St. inMilwaukee, Milwaukee Co., Wisconsin.16 He worked as a railroad shop machinist.

• George registered for the WWI draft on 12 Sep 1918 in North Fond du Lac, Fonddu Lac Co., Wisconsin.76



• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, he lived at 853 Wisconsin Avenue inNorth Fond du Lac, Fond du Lac Co., Wisconsin.28

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, George lived at 4121 5th Ave. inChicago, Cook Co., Illinois.37 He worked as a railroad machinist.

M v. Clarence J. BULLOCK16, 28, 155 was born in Sep 1897 in Wisconsin,15, 16, 28,

37 died on 22 May 1952 in Waukesha, Waukesha Co., Wisconsin155 at age 54, and wasburied on 26 May 1952 in Waukesha, Waukesha Co., Wisconsin (Prairie HomeCemetery).155

Additional notes for Clarence J. BULLOCK:

• His surname was also spelled Bullach and Bulloch.15, 37, 155

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, Clarence worked as a machinist(motor works) in Waukesha, Waukesha Co., Wisconsin.28

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a machinist (motorworks) in Waukesha, Waukesha Co., Wisconsin.37

• His obituary in the Waukesha Daily Freeman of 23 May 1952 reads... "Funeral services for Clarence J. Bulloch, 54, who died1 yesterday at his home,217 S. Charles St., will be Monday at 2 p.m. from the Randle Funeral home. Bulloch, who worked as a foreman at the Waukesha Motor Co.. for a number ofyears but who has been retired for the last three years, was a a member of theKnights of Pythias and the Old Timers club of the motor company. He is survived by one brother, Robert, Milwaukee and three sisters, Mrs. BlancheBeck, Oak Park, Ill., Mrs. Nell Yule and Miss GIadys Bulloch, both of Waukesha. Burial will be in the Prairie Home cemetery and Rev. William Blake will officiate atthe services. Friends may call at the funeral home after, 3 p.m. tomorrow."155

F vi. Gladys BULLOCK16, 28, 37, 68, 156 was born on 16 Jan 1908 in Wisconsin16, 28, 37, 68,

156 and died on 23 Dec 1974 in Waukesha, Waukesha Co., Wisconsin68, 156 at age 66.

Additional notes for Gladys BULLOCK:

• Her surname was also spelled Bulloch.155

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Gladys worked as a multigraphoperator (motor works) in Waukesha, Waukesha Co., Wisconsin.37

Gladys married John W. HARTKOPF155 on 29 Aug 1952 in Waukesha, WaukeshaCo., Wisconsin (First Methodist Church).155

56. Calvin L. DAVIDSON13, 15, 20 (Eveline STEARNS 3, Priscilla LEE 2, William Henry 1) wasborn on 23 Feb 1866 in Illinois13, 15, 20, 50 and died after 1910.16

Additional notes for Calvin L. DAVIDSON:

• Other sources say that Calvin was born about 1864 in Missouri.16

• At the time of the 1880 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a servant in Danville Township,



Vermilion Co., Illinois.13

• At the time of the 1900 U.S. Federal Census, Calvin lived in Earle, Crittenden Co., Arkansas.15

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a farm operator in JacksonTownship, Crittenden Co., Arkansas.16

Calvin married Emma (DAVIDSON)15 about 1889.15, 16 Emma was born in May 1872 in Missouri15 and died after 1910.16

Additional notes for Emma (DAVIDSON):

• Various censuses say that Emma was born in Arkansas.16, 28, 37

The known children of Calvin and Emma were:

M i. John DAVIDSON15, 16, 76 was born on 24 Nov 1891 in Arkansas15, 16, 76 and died after1917.76

Additional notes for John DAVIDSON:

• John registered for the WWI draft on 5 Jun 1917 in Crittenden Co., Arkansas.76

John married Unknown (DAVIDSON)76 before 1917.76 Unknown died after 1917.76

M ii. Charley Clement DAVIDSON15, 16, 37, 76 was born on 20 Feb 1895 inCrawfordsville, Crittenden Co., Arkansas15, 16, 76 and died after 1930.37

Additional notes for Charley Clement DAVIDSON:

• Other sources say that Charley was born about 1896 in Illinois.37

• Charley registered for the WWI draft on 5 Jun 1917 in Crittenden Co., Arkansas.76

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a farm laborer in Earle,Crittenden Co., Arkansas.37

M iii. Richard DAVIDSON15 was born in Mar 1897 in Arkansas15 and died between 1900and 1910.15, 16


U iv. Unknown DAVIDSON15 was born before 190015 and died before 1900.15


F v. Myrtle DAVIDSON16, 28, 37 was born about 1902 in Arkansas.16, 28, 37

Myrtle married Clyde BARR37 about 1916.28, 37 Clyde was born about 1896 inArkansas.28, 37

Additional notes for Clyde BARR:

• His surname was also spelled Barse.28

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, Clyde worked as a logger in Earle,Crittenden Co., Arkansas.28

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a truck driver in Earle,Crittenden Co., Arkansas.37

M vi. Thommie DAVIDSON16 was born about 1906 in Arkansas.16



M vii. Eddie DAVIDSON16 was born about 1909 in Arkansas.16

Tombstone of John GrantDavidson

57. John Grant DAVIDSON10, 13, 15, 16, 19, 20, 28, 37, 39 (EvelineSTEARNS 3, Priscilla LEE 2, William Henry 1) was born on 13 Jun 1868 inVermilion Co., Illinois,10, 13, 16, 19, 20, 28, 37, 39, 50 died on 6 Jan 1943 in Homer,Champaign Co., Illinois10, 39 at age 74, and was buried on 8 Jan 1943 in VanceTownship, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Davis Cemetery).10, 39

Additional notes for John Grant DAVIDSON:

• Other sources say that John was born in Jun 1869 in Illinois.15

• At the time of his marriage on 1 Aug 1895, he was employed as a farmer in Fairmount,Vermilion Co., Illinois.19

• At the time of the 1900 U.S. Federal Census, John worked as a farmer in Vance Township,Vermilion Co., Illinois.15

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as an odd job laborer in Homer,Champaign Co., Illinois.16

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, John worked as a laborer in Homer, ChampaignCo., Illinois.28

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, he lived at ??? List (?) Road in South HomerTownship., Champaign Co., Illinois.37

• "When Grant Davidson read in a newspaper recently that an Indiana man had grown a tomatoplant more than nine feet high, he snickered. 'That one," he said, 'is the dwarf variety.' Theplant growing near the West door of his carpenter shop here had reached the height of ten feetfour inches early Monday morning, with no reason why it should not keep on growing.Davidson, who is expected of leaning away from the administration, has named his plant TheNew Deal Tomato. It differs, he says, from such common garden varieties as Ponderosa andBeefsteak in that it runs mostly to shrub, with very littl fruit." Grant Davidson, a mechanic bothby trade and by hobby, has built a lawn mower that liberally shaves the lawn. A V-belt from asmall gas engine he has mounted on a low platform form of the mower pulls a vertical shaft towhich is fastened underneath the platform, two horizontal rotary cutting blades, which aregeared to turn so rapidly that they slice the grass and weeds which are thrown with a sort ofside-delivery section to one side. The machine Davidson has finished lacks some of theattachments he has in mind, but in demonstration he has carried out it shows conclusively that ithas advantages over the common type of lawn mower. The cutters are protected by a screenguard against contacting objects that might injury the engine, yet enables the cutters to approachclosely such objects to get the weeds and grass. The guard also shields persons or animals frominjury. The machine has to be pushed by hand, but will cut going forward or backward or in anydirection. Davidson has in mind making his motor provide traction as well as a cuttingaction."50

• His obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 6 Jan 1943 reads... "Grant Davidson, 75, died at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday at his home in Homer following a week'sillness. Death was attributed to uremic poisoning complicated with pneumonia. His wife died over 30 years ago and one daughter preceded him in death. Surviving are twodaughters, Mrs. Richard Spencer, Homer, and Mrs. Luella Huston, at home; and five



grandchildren. The body has been removed to the Morehouse funeral home, and arrangements are incomplete." ... and in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 7 Jan 1943... "Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday at the Morehouse funeral home for GrantDavidson, former manager of the public utilities here, who died at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday at hishome. Reverand W. I. Tousaint, Presbyterian minister, will officiate, and burial will be in Daviscemetery, near Fairmount."39

Tombstone of Mary B.Davidson

John married Mary Belle "Molly" THOMPSON10, 15, 19 on 1 Aug 1895 inDanville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.19 Molly was born on 22 May 1877 inVermilion Co., Illinois,10, 15, 19, 50 died on 23 Mar 1910 in Vermilion Co.,Illinois10, 50 at age 32, and was buried in Vance Township, Vermilion Co.,Illinois (Davis Cemetery).10, 50

Marriage notes for John and Molly: They were married by John Green, AMinister. C. C.19

Additional notes for Mary Belle "Molly" THOMPSON:

• At the time of her marriage on 1 Aug 1895, Molly resided in Fairmount, Vermilion Co.,Illinois.19

The known children of John and Molly were:

F i. Nellie DAVIDSON15, 16, 28 was born on 30 Sep 1897 in Vance Township, VermilionCo., Illinois,15, 16, 37, 50 died on 19 Jul 1985 in Urbana, Champaign Co., Illinois50 at age87, and was buried in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois (Homer G.A.R.).50

Additional notes for Nellie DAVIDSON:

• The 1920 U.S. Federal Census for Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois says that Nelliewas born about 1899 in Illinois.28

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, she worked as a telephone operator inHomer, Champaign Co., Illinois.28

• At the time of her father's death on 6 Jan 1943, Nellie resided in Homer,Champaign Co., Illinois.39

Nellie married Richard Homer SPENCER37 on 13 Oct 1927 in Eureka, WoodfordCo., Illinois.37, 50 Richard was born on 28 Apr 1889 in Homer, Champaign Co.,Illinois,37, 50 died on 16 Mar 1969 in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois50 at age 79, andwas buried in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois (Homer G.A.R.).50

Additional notes for Richard Homer SPENCER:

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Richard worked as a farmer in SouthHomer Township., Champaign Co., Illinois.37

F ii. Luella DAVIDSON37 was born on 12 Feb 1902 in Vermilion Co., Illinois,16, 28,

50 died on 7 Oct 1961 in San Diego, San Diego Co., California (Mercy Hospital)50 at



age 59, and was buried on 12 Oct 1961 in San Diego Co., California (Mt. HopeCemetery).50

Additional notes for Luella DAVIDSON:

• The 1930 U.S. Federal Census for South Homer Township, Champaign Co., Illinoissays that Luella was born about 1904 in Illinois.37

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, she worked as a chicken farmer inSouth Homer Township., Champaign Co., Illinois.37

• At the time of her father's death on 6 Jan 1943, Luella resided in Homer,Champaign Co., Illinois.39

Luella married Unknown HUSTON39, 50 before 1943.50

Luella next married Unknown BOISE.50

Tombstone of HelenDavidson

F iii. Helen DAVIDSON10 was born on 30 Mar 1904 inVermilion Co., Illinois,10 died on 12 Sep 1905 in VermilionCo., Illinois10 at age 1, and was buried in Vance Township,Vermilion Co., Illinois (Davis Cemetery).10


58. William H. DAVIDSON13, 15, 16, 28, 37 (Eveline STEARNS 3, Priscilla LEE 2, William Henry 1) was born on 1 Oct 1870 in Vermilion Co., Illinois13, 15, 16, 28, 37, 50 and died after 1930.37

Additional notes for William H. DAVIDSON:

• Other sources say William was born in Indiana.28, 37

• At the time of the 1900 U.S. Federal Census, he lived at 100 ?arren in Logansport, Cass Co.,Indiana.15 He worked as a teamster.

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, William worked as a laborer in JacksonTownship, White Co., Indiana.16

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, he lived at 735 Fletcher Avenue in Indianapolis,Marion Co., Indiana.28 He worked as a laborer.

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, William lived at 44? West B??? Street inThorntown, Boone Co., Indiana.37 He worked as an odd job laborer.

William married Marietta "Atta" (DAVIDSON)28 about 1896.15, 16, 28 Atta was born in Oct 1874 inIndiana15, 28 and died between 1920 and 1930.28, 37

Additional notes for Marietta "Atta" (DAVIDSON):

• Other sources say that Atta was born about 1876 in Indiana.16, 28

The known children of William and Atta were:

U i. Unknown DAVIDSON15, 16 was born before 190015 and died before 1900.15

M ii. Walter P. DAVIDSON15, 16, 28, 37 was born in Dec 1898 in Indiana.15, 16, 28, 37



Additional notes for Walter P. DAVIDSON:

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, Walter worked as an electrician inIndianapolis, Marion Co., Indiana.28

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, he lived at 314 B Street inThorntown, Boone Co., Indiana.28 He worked as a general laborer.

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Walter lived at 317 South A Street inThorntown, Boone Co., Indiana.37 He worked in public trucking.

Walter married Blanch E. PRICE28, 37 about 1918.28, 37 Blanch was born about 1901in Indiana.28, 37

M iii. Ralph H. DAVIDSON16, 28, 37 was born about 1901 in Indiana.16, 28, 37

Additional notes for Ralph H. DAVIDSON:

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, Ralph worked as an electrician inIndianapolis, Marion Co., Indiana.28

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, he lived at 309 West Church Street inThorntown, Boone Co., Indiana.37 He worked as a fence contractor.

Ralph married Georgia F. (DAVIDSON)37 about 1922.37 Georgia was born about1906 in Indiana.37

M iv. Samuel C. DAVIDSON16, 28 was born about 1904 in Indiana.16, 28

F v. Roxanna "Roxie" DAVIDSON28, 37 was born about 1906 in Indiana16, 28, 37 and diedbefore 2004.158

Roxie married Ora Joseph SCERING37 about 1922.37 Ora was born about 1904 inIndiana37 and died before 2004.158

Additional notes for Ora Joseph SCERING:

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Ora lived at 332 South West Street inThorntown, Boone Co., Indiana.37 He worked as a steam railroad bridge ganglaborer.

F vi. Charlott DAVIDSON16 was born about 1908 in Indiana16 and died between 1910and 1920.16, 28


59. Alvin A. DAVIDSON13, 15, 28, 37 (Eveline STEARNS 3, Priscilla LEE 2, William Henry 1) wasborn on 5 Oct 1873 in Vermilion Co., Illinois13, 15, 16, 19, 28, 37, 50 and died after 1930.37

Additional notes for Alvin A. DAVIDSON:

• At the time of his marriage on 27 Mar 1899, Alvin was employed as a farmer near Homer,Champaign Co., Illinois.19

• At the time of the 1900 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a day laborer in Vance Township,Vermilion Co., Illinois.15

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, Alvin worked as an odd job laborer in OakwoodTownship, Vermilion Co., Illinois.16



• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a farmer in Jackson Township,White Co., Indiana.28

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Alvin worked as a truck farmer in JacksonTownship, White Co., Indiana.37

Alvin married Fannie Ople TRUMAN15, 16, 19, 28 on 27 Mar 1899 near Fairmount, Vermilion Co.,Illinois.19 Fannie was born in Jul 1881 in Vermilion Co., Illinois15, 16, 19, 28, 37, 50 and died after 1930.37

Marriage notes for Alvin and Fannie: They were married by Melchior Auer, Minister.19

Additional notes for Fannie Ople TRUMAN:

• The 1930 U.S. Federal Census for Mishawaka, St. Joseph Co., Indiana says that Fannie wasborn in Arkansas.37

The known children of Alvin and Fannie were:

F i. Flossie DAVIDSON15, 16, 28 was born in Sep 1899 in Illinois.15

Additional notes for Flossie DAVIDSON:

• Other sources say that Flossie was born about 1901 in Illinois.16

• Other sources say that she was born about 1899 in Indiana.28

M ii. John "Jack" DAVIDSON16, 28, 37 was born about 1901 in Illinois.16, 28, 37

Additional notes for John "Jack" DAVIDSON:

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, Jack worked as a laborer in JacksonTownship, White Co., Indiana.28

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, he lived at 307 East Thirteenth St. inMishawaka, St. Joseph Co., Indiana.37 He worked as a polisher in an automobilefactory.

Jack married Martha (DAVIDSON)37 about 1927.37 Martha was born about 1905 inIndiana.37

Additional notes for Martha (DAVIDSON):

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Martha worked as a shoemaker(footwear factory) in Mishawaka, St. Joseph Co., Indiana.37

M iii. Jesse DAVIDSON16, 28, 37 was born about 1904 in Illinois.16, 37

Additional notes for Jesse DAVIDSON:

• Other sources say that Jesse was born about 1904 in Indiana.28

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, he lived in Delphi, Carroll Co.,Indiana.37 He worked as a finisher in a book factory.

Jesse married Vivian E. (DAVIDSON)37 about 1928.37 Vivian was born about 1909in Indiana.37

M iv. Clarence DAVIDSON16, 28, 37 was born about 1906 in Illinois.16, 37



Additional notes for Clarence DAVIDSON:

• Other sources say that Clarence was born about 1906 in Indiana.28

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a sand pit laborer inJackson Township, White Co., Indiana.37

Clarence married Goldie (DAVIDSON)37 about 1928.37 Goldie was born about 1911in Indiana.37

M v. Ernest DAVIDSON16, 37 was born about 1908 in Illinois.16, 37

Additional notes for Ernest DAVIDSON:

• Other sources say that Ernest was born about 1908 in Indiana.28

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a drill press operator(automobile factory) in Mishawaka, St. Joseph Co., Indiana.37

M vi. Norlan DAVIDSON28 was born on 31 Aug 1910 in Indiana28, 68 and died on 3 Dec199768 at age 87.

Additional notes for Norlan DAVIDSON:

• Other sources say that Norlan was born about 1911 in Illinois.37

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a sand pit laborer inJackson Township, White Co., Indiana.37

F vii. Thelma DAVIDSON28, 37 was born about 1913 in Indiana.28

Additional notes for Thelma DAVIDSON:

• Other sources say that Thelma was born about 1916 in Indiana.37

F viii. Mable DAVIDSON28 was born about 1915 in Indiana.28

Additional notes for Mable DAVIDSON:

• Other sources say that Mable was born about 1914 in Illinois.37

F ix. Mary DAVIDSON28, 37 was born about 1918 in Indiana.28, 37

M x. Frank DAVIDSON37 was born about 1921 in Indiana.37

M xi. Harold DAVIDSON37 was born about 1924 in Indiana.37

M xii. George DAVIDSON37 was born about 1925 in Indiana.37

60. Nora FREEMAN13, 20, 104 (Mary F. STEARNS 3, Mary LEE 2, William Henry 1) wasborn Cal 7 Aug 1866 in Illinois,13, 20, 104 died on 11 Jan 1891104, 105 about age 24, and was buried inChampaign Co., Illinois (Friends Church Cemetery).104

Nora married Luther LEEDY19, 105 on 16 Feb 1888 in Champaign Co., Illinois.19 Luther wasborn on 24 Jan 1866 in St. Joseph, Champaign Co., Illinois105 and died on 12 Jan 1922 in Fairfield,Jefferson Co., Iowa105 at age 55.

Marriage notes for Luther and Nora: They were married by V. J. Gallion, JP.19



Additional notes for Luther LEEDY:

• His obituary in the Fairfield Ledger-Journal of 16 Jan 1922 in part reads... "Luther Leedy, son of John P. and Abagail Helton Leedy, was born Jan. 24, 1866, at St.Jospeh, Ill., and died Jan. 12, 1922, at Fairfield, Iowa... aged 55-11-18. He was married to NoraFreeman Feb. 16, 1888 who died Jan. 11, 1891. One son, Roy M. Leedy, died Apr. 25, 1890. Mr. Leedy was married to Mrs. Ada B. Anderson,Mar. 24, 1902. Mrs. Leedy, with one daughter, Lucille, survives. Also leaves four brothers,James T. of Eldorado, Kans.; Jesse, Anna and Elven of Illinois, and two sisters, Mrs. Inez Jarrettof Breckenridge, Mich., and Mrs. Maude Stayton of St. Joseph, Ill.. He made his home atLibertyville for many years, moving to Fairfield about two years ago..."105

The known children of Luther and Nora were:

M i. Roy M. LEEDY104, 105 was born Cal 27 Mar 1889104 and died on 25 Apr 1890 inChampaign Co., Illinois (Friends Church Cemetery)104, 105 about age 1.


61. Lydia E. FREEMAN13, 15, 16, 28, 37 (Mary F. STEARNS 3, Mary LEE 2, William Henry 1) was born in Oct 1871 in Illinois13, 15, 37 and died between 1930 and 1962.37, 39

Additional notes for Lydia E. FREEMAN:

• Other sources say that Lydia was born about 1875 in Illinois.16, 28

• Other sources say she was born in Iowa.37

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Lydia lived at 211 West Des Moines Street inEldon, Wapello Co., Iowa.37

Lydia married Arthur C. MORROW15, 16, 28, 37 about 1897.15, 16, 28, 37 Arthur was born in Aug 1875 inIowa15, 16, 28 and died between 1920 and 1930.28, 37

Additional notes for Arthur C. MORROW:

• At the time of the 1900 and 1910 U.S. Federal censuses, Arthur worked as a farmer in LickCreek Township, Van Buren Co., Iowa.15, 16

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, Arthur worked as a railroad car-man in Eldon,Wapello Co., Iowa.28

The known children of Arthur and Lydia were:

M i. Rolly L. MORROW15 was born in May 1898 in Iowa,15, 16, 28, 37, 159 died on 16 Jan1976159 at age 77, and was buried in Eldon, Wapello Co., Iowa (Eldon Cemetery).159

Additional notes for Rolly L. MORROW:

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, Rolly worked as a laborer in LickCreek Township, Van Buren Co., Iowa.16

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a railroad clerk inEldon, Wapello Co., Iowa.28

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Rolly lived at 300 Caster Street in



Eldon, Wapello Co., Iowa.37 He worked as a foreman.

Rolly married Faith (MORROW)37, 68, 159 about 1923.37 Faith was born on 24 Feb1903 in Iowa,37, 68 died in Dec 197468, 159 at age 71, and was buried in Eldon, WapelloCo., Iowa (Eldon Cemetery).159

M ii. Earl O. MORROW15, 16, 28, 37, 159 was born in Jan 1900 in Iowa,15, 16, 28, 37, 159 diedon 20 May 1977159 at age 77, and was buried in Eldon, Wapello Co., Iowa (EldonCemetery).159

Additional notes for Earl O. MORROW:

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, Earl worked as a laborer in LickCreek Township, Van Buren Co., Iowa.16

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a railroad car-man inEldon, Wapello Co., Iowa.28

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Earl worked as a raliway sectionlaborer in Eldon, Wapello Co., Iowa.37

F iii. Frieda V. MORROW16, 159 was born about 1905 in Colorado,16, 28, 37 died on 21Dec 1963159 about age 58, and was buried in Eldon, Wapello Co., Iowa (EldonCemetery).159

Frieda married Albert A. ARMINTROUT37, 68 about 1925.37 Albert was born on 6Oct 1901 in Iowa,37, 68 died on 22 Jun 198568, 159 at age 83, and was buried in Eldon,Wapello Co., Iowa (Eldon Cemetery).159

Additional notes for Albert A. ARMINTROUT:

• His surname was also spelled Armentrout.159

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Albert lived at 201 East Walnut Streetin Eldon, Wapello Co., Iowa.37 He worked as a steam railway brakeman.

M iv. Layton MORROW28, 159 was born about 1911 in Iowa,28, 37, 159 died on 17 Mar1990159 about age 79, and was buried in Eldon, Wapello Co., Iowa (EldonCemetery).159

F v. Maxine MORROW28, 37 was born about Mar 1916 in Iowa.28, 37

62. Iva FREEMAN13, 15, 16, 28, 37, 62, 68 (Mary F. STEARNS 3, Mary LEE 2, William Henry 1) was born on 22 Oct 1878 in Illinois13, 15, 16, 28, 68 and died on 15 Jul 196768 at age 88.

Additional notes for Iva FREEMAN:

• Other sources say Iva was born in Iowa.37

Iva married Frank E. SAWVEL15, 16, 28, 37 about 1897.15, 16, 28, 37 Frank was born in Aug 1873 inIowa,15, 16, 28, 37 died in 1951160 at age 78, and was buried in Drakesville Township, Davis Co., Iowa(Drakesville Cemetery).160

Additional notes for Frank E. SAWVEL:

• His surname was also spelled Sawval.160

• At the time of the 1900 U.S. Federal Census, Frank worked as a farmer in Lick CreekTownship, Van Buren Co., Iowa.15



• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a farmer in Washington Township,Wapello Co., Iowa.16

• At the time of the 1920 and 1930 U.S. Federal censuses, Frank worked as a farmer in FoxRiver Township, Davis Co., Iowa.28, 37

The known children of Frank and Iva were:

F i. Wilda SAWVEL15, 16 was born Mar 1898 or May 1898 in Iowa.15, 16

F ii. Pearl SAWVEL15, 16, 28 was born in Sep 1899 in Iowa.15, 16, 28

Pearl married Rex Perry ABBEY28, 76 between 1918 and 1920.28, 76 Rex was born on28 Dec 1897 in Iowa.28, 76

Additional notes for Rex Perry ABBEY:

• Rex registered for the WWI draft on 12 Sep 1918.76

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, Rex worked as a blacksmith inFairfield, Jefferson Co., Iowa.28

F iii. Vada SAWVEL16, 28 was born about 1902 in Iowa16, 28, 37 and died between 1924 and1930.37

Vada married Allen Calvin ABBEY28, 37, 76 before 1920.28 Allen was born on 28 Jun1900 in Iowa.28, 37, 76

Additional notes for Allen Calvin ABBEY:

• Allen registered for the WWI draft on 12 Sep 1918 in Jefferson Co., Iowa.76

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, Allen worked in a ????aniging shopin Fairfield, Jefferson Co., Iowa.28

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Allen worked as an auto worker inFairfield, Jefferson Co., Iowa.37

M iv. Lester V. SAWVEL16, 37, 160 was born in 1903 in Iowa,16, 37, 160 died in1972160 at age 69, and was buried in Drakesville Township, Davis Co., Iowa(Drakesville Cemetery).160

Additional notes for Lester V. SAWVEL:

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Lester worked as a farmer in WalnutTownship, Appanoose Co., Iowa.37

Lester married Mildred K. McCARTHY37, 160 about 1925.37, 160 Mildred was born on27 Aug 1902 in Iowa,37, 160 died on 5 May 1999160 at age 96, and was buried inDrakesville Township, Davis Co., Iowa (Drakesville Cemetery).160

M v. Floyd SAWVEL28, 68 was born on 12 Jul 1905 in Iowa16, 28, 68 and died in Mar197968 at age 73.

Additional notes for Floyd SAWVEL:

• His surname was also spelled Sawbel.37

• Other sources say that Floyd was born about 1907 in Iowa.37

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, he lived at 5?21 National Avenue in



West Allis, Milwaukee Co., Wisconsin.37 He worked as a shovel operator for anexcavating company.

Floyd married Pauline (SAWVEL)37 about 1928.37 Pauline was born about 1910 inIowa.37

F vi. Fay SAWVEL16, 28 was born about 1907 in Iowa.16, 28, 37

Additional notes for Fay SAWVEL:

• Her surname is also spelled Sawbel.37

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Fay worked as a saleslady (grocerystore) in West Allis, Milwaukee Co., Wisconsin.37

Fay married Clifford M. HAYES37 about 1926.37 Clifford was born about 1904 inIowa.37

Additional notes for Clifford M. HAYES:

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Clifford worked as a nurseryproprietor in West Allis, Milwaukee Co., Wisconsin.37

F vii. Ferne SAWVEL28 was born about 1911 in Iowa.28

Additional notes for Ferne SAWVEL:

• The 1930 U.S. Federal Census for West Allis, Milwaukee Co., Wisconsin says thatFerne was born about 1915 in Iowa.37

M viii. Raymond SAWVEL28, 37 was born about 1914 in Iowa.28, 37

F ix. Mildred SAWVEL28, 37 was born about 1915 in Iowa.28, 37

M x. Robert SAWVEL28, 37 was born about 1918 in Iowa.28, 37

M xi. Warren SAWVEL37 was born about 1920 in Iowa.37

M xii. Richard Don SAWVAL160 was born on 3 Mar 1924,160 died on 9 Mar 1924,160 andwas buried in Drakesville Township, Davis Co., Iowa (Drakesville Cemetery).160


63. Lewis S. FREEMAN15 (Mary F. STEARNS 3, Mary LEE 2, William Henry 1) was born on 18Jul 1887 in Ogden Township, Champaign Co., Illinois15, 16, 28, 37, 68, 76 and died in May 196868 at age 80.

Additional notes for Lewis S. FREEMAN:

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, Lewis worked as a farmer in Crawford Township,Washington Co., Iowa.16

• Lewis registered for the WWI draft on 5 Jun 1917 in Ottumwa, Wapello Co., Iowa.76

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, he lived at 1249 ??able Street in Ottumwa,Wapello Co., Iowa.28 He worked as a car inspector.

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Lewis lived at ??? Merrouge Avenue in Ottumwa,Wapello Co., Iowa.37 He worked as a car repairer.

Lewis married Rose (FREEMAN)16, 37 about 1908.16, 28, 37 Rose was born about 1890 in Iowa16, 28,




The known children of Lewis and Rose were:

F i. Opal G. FREEMAN16, 28 was born about 1909 in Iowa.16, 28

Additional notes for Opal G. FREEMAN:

• There is an Opal SWOPE (20-IA/IL/IA), married to Charles R., in the 1930 census,4 pages from Louis FREEMAN.

F ii. Ola L. FREEMAN28, 37 was born about 1912 in Iowa.28, 37

Ola married Charles MILLS37 about 1929.37 Charles was born about 1909 in Iowa.37

Additional notes for Charles MILLS:

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Charles lived at ??? MerrougeAvenue in Ottumwa, Wapello Co., Iowa.37 He worked as a shackler.

M iii. Louis Oran FREEMAN28, 37, 161 was born about 1913 in Iowa28, 37 and died between1941 and 1945.161

Additional notes for Louis Oran FREEMAN:

• Louis served in WWII as a Seaman 1C in the USNR.161 He died while serving hiscountry.

Louis married Erma Louise (FREEMAN)161 before 1945.161

M iv. Orman L. FREEMAN28, 37, 68 was born on 30 Sep 1914 in Iowa28, 37, 68 and died on17 Jun 199868 at age 83.

F v. Lavine L. FREEMAN28, 37 was born about 1918 in Iowa.28, 37

F vi. Cleo FREEMAN37 was born about 1920 in Iowa.37

F vii. Phyllis FREEMAN37 was born about 1923 in Iowa.37

F viii. Delores FREEMAN37 was born about Aug 1926 in Iowa.37

64. Jesse Pearl MOORE13, 15, 16, 25, 28, 76 (Eunice LEE 3, William Henry 2, William Henry

1) was born on 4 Jun 1880 in Bedford, Taylor Co., Iowa13, 15, 16, 25, 76 and died on 30 Apr 1927 in Seattle,King Co., Washington25 at age 46.

Additional notes for Jesse Pearl MOORE:

• Other sources say that Jesse was born about 1882 in Iowa.28

• Other sources say he was born in South Dakota.37

• At the time of the 1900 U.S. Federal Census, Jesse worked as a saw-mill engineer in SugarLoaf Township, Sebastian Co., Arkansas.15

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a saw??? in a lumber mill in HonTownship, Scott Co., Arkansas.16

• Jesse registered for the WWI draft on 12 Sep 1918 in Angleton, Brazoria Co., Texas.76

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, Jesse lived at 710 ??? in Freeport, Brazoria Co.,Texas.28 He workes as a machinist in a sulphur mine.

Jesse married Cynthia Kathrine SLOVER25, 28 on 25 Dec 1910 in Morris, Okmulgee Co.,



Oklahoma.25 Cynthia was born on 5 May 1891 in Waldron, Scott Co., Arkansas28 and died on 31 Jan1920 in Freeport, Brazoria Co., Texas at age 28.

Additional notes for Cynthia Kathrine SLOVER:

• Other sources say Cynthia was born about 1884.25

The known children of Jesse and Cynthia were:

F i. Edna Lenora MOORE25, 28 was born on 7 Mar 1912 in Oliver, Scott Co.,Arkansas28 and died on 3 Jan 1924 at age 11.

Additional notes for Edna Lenora MOORE:

• Other sources say Edna was born in 1911.25

• Other sources say Edna died in 1921.25


M ii. Bryant Sherman MOORE was born on 23 Apr 1913 in Oliver, Scott Co., Arkansasand died on 7 May 1913.


F iii. Unknown MOORE was born on 11 Mar 1917 in Joplin, Jasper Co., Missouri anddied on 11 Mar 1917.


Jesse next married Flora E. MORRIS25, 37 between 1920 and 1930.25, 28, 37 Flora was born about188425 and died after 1930.37

Additional notes for Flora E. MORRIS:

• Other sources say that Flora was born about 1890 in South Dakota.37

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, she worked as a candy maker in King Co.,Washington.37

The known children of Jesse and Flora were:

F i. Ruth MOORE37 was born about 1924 in Texas.37

M ii. Elroy MOORE37 was born about 1925 in Washington.37

F iii. Jessie MOORE37 was born about 1927 in Washington.37

65. Izora Dakota "Iza" MOORE16, 28, 37, 94 (Eunice LEE 3, William Henry 2, WilliamHenry 1) was born on 20 Nov 1885 in Rapid City, Pennington Co., South Dakota,15, 25, 28, 37, 94 died on 4 Feb 1964 in Ukiah, Mendocino Co., California25, 94 at age 78, and was buried on 7 Feb 1964 inUkiah, Mendocino Co., California.25

Additional notes for Izora Dakota "Iza" MOORE:

• Other sources say Iza was born about 1887.16

Iza married Wesley Gilbreth SLOVER16, 28, 37, 76, 94 on 20 Aug 1903 in Mena, Polk Co.,Arkansas.16, 25, 28, 37 Wesley was born on 29 May 1881 in Blansett Township, Scott Co., Arkansas,16, 25,

28, 37, 76, 94 died on 6 Sep 1947 in Visalia, Tulare Co., California25, 94 at age 66, and was buried on 10Sep 1947 in Visalia, Tulare Co., California.25



Additional notes for Wesley Gilbreth SLOVER:

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, Wesley worked as a farmer in Blansett Township,Scott Co., Arkansas.16

• Wesley registered for the WWI draft on 12 Sep 1918.76

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as an oil field pumper in WalnutTownship, Butler Co., Kansas.28

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Wesley lived at 415 Lincoln Street in Gridley,Butte Co., California.37 He worked as a mill planer.

The known children of Wesley and Iza were:

F i. Lillian Beatrice SLOVER28, 37, 83 was born on 29 May 1904 in Blansett Township,Scott Co., Arkansas16, 28, 37, 83 and died on 24 May 1996 in Coos Co, Oregon83 at age91.

Lillian married William Isaac Thomas WARDEN37 on 10 Jun 1922 in SedgewickCo., Kansas.37 William was born on 10 Mar 1901 in Weir, Cherokee Co., Kansas37 and died on 15 Dec 1980 in Coos Bay, Coos Co., Oregon at age 79.

Additional notes for William Isaac Thomas WARDEN:

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, William worked as a logger in Dora,Coos Co., Oregon.37

M ii. Leo Valentine SLOVER16, 28, 37, 94 was born on 14 Feb 1907 in Tecumseh,Pottawatomie Co., Oklahoma28, 37, 94 and died on 11 May 1976 in Ukiah, MendocinoCo., California94 at age 69.

Additional notes for Leo Valentine SLOVER:

• Other sources say that Leo was born about 1906 in Arkansas.16

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a farm laborer inGridley, Butte Co., California.37

Leo married Alice Eliza WATKINS94 on 17 Jul 1937 in San Jose, Santa Clara Co.,California. Alice was born on 27 Oct 1899 in Missouri94 and died on 2 Oct 1986 inTalmage, Mendocino Co., California94 at age 86.

66. Orta Leo MOORE15, 16, 37, 68, 76, 94 (Eunice LEE 3, William Henry 2, William Henry 1) was born on 20 Oct 1889 in Peadmont, Meade Co., South Dakota15, 28, 37, 68, 94 and died on 22 Aug 1972in Butte Co., California68, 94 at age 82.

Additional notes for Orta Leo MOORE:

• Other sources say that Orta was born about 1891 in South Dakota.16

• Other sources say that he was born on 20 Oct 1889 in Deadwood, Lawrence Co., SouthDalota.76

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, Orta worked as a farm laborer in Hon Township,Scott Co., Arkansas.16

• Orta registered for the WWI draft on 5 Jun 1917 in Walnut Township, Butler Co., Kansas.76



• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as an oil field roustabout in WalnutTownship, Butler Co., Kansas.28

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Orta worked as a farmer in Snohomish Co.,Washington.37

Orta married Vadie May PAGE28, 37, 68, 94 in 1912.28, 37 Vadie was born on 25 Aug 1894 in OklahomaIndian Territory28, 37, 68, 94 and died on 10 Sep 1988 in Butte Co., California68, 94 at age 94.

The known children of Orta and Vadie were:

F i. Nona M. MOORE28, 37 was born about 1914 in Arkansas.28, 37

F ii. E. V. MOORE28, 37 was born about Nov 1915 in Arkansas.28, 37

F iii. Clessie Vontella MOORE28, 37, 68, 94 was born on 1 Nov 1918 in Kansas28, 37, 68, 94 and died on 2 Mar 1993 in Sutter Co., California68, 94 at age 74.

Clessie married Unknown THOMPSON.94

F iv. Pauline B. MOORE37 was born about 1921 in Kansas.37

M v. Orta Nolan MOORE37, 68, 83 was born on 1 May 1923 in Kansas37, 68, 83 and died on 3Jun 1988 in Washington Co., Oregon68, 83 at age 65.

M vi. Glendon Edgar MOORE37, 94 was born on 5 Feb 1926 in Washington37, 94 and diedon 13 Aug 1991 in Yuba Co., California94 at age 65.

Glendon married Unknown ASBURY.162

M vii. F. L. MOORE37 was born about Oct 1928 in Washington.37

U viii. Unknown MOORE25 was born after 1930.37

U ix. Unknown MOORE25 was born after 1930.37

U x. Unknown MOORE25 was born after 1930.37

U xi. Unknown MOORE25 was born after 1930.37

67. Arblay Russel MOORE28, 68, 76 (Eunice LEE 3, William Henry 2, William Henry 1) was bornon 21 Feb 1898 in Oklahoma Indian Territory15, 16, 28, 37, 68, 76 and died on 11 Apr 1966 in Tarrant Co.,Texas68, 109 at age 68.

Additional notes for Arblay Russel MOORE:

• Other sources say that Arblay was born on 22 Feb 1898 in Legal, Harnett Co., NorthCarolina.25

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a farm laborer in Hon Township,Scott Co., Arkansas.16

• Arblay registered for the WWI draft on 12 Sep 1918 in El Dorado, Butler Co., Kansas.76

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, Arblay worked as an oil field engineer in WalnutTownship, Butler Co., Kansas.28

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a compressor operator (oil field) inLincoln Township, Garfield Co., Oklahoma.37

Arblay married Salome S. (MOORE)28, 37 about 1919.28, 37 Salome was born about 1899 in Indiana28,



37 and died before 1966.109

The known children of Arblay and Salome were:

M i. Artise L. MOORE37 was born about 1923 in Kansas.37

68. Charles Theodore "Charlie" MILLIS Jr.16, 28, 37, 68, 114 (Essie A. LEE 3, William Henry 2, WilliamHenry 1) was born on 21 Dec 1900 in Texas16, 28, 37, 68 and died on 1 Apr 1975 in Bexar Co., Texas68, 114 at age 74.

Additional notes for Charles Theodore "Charlie" MILLIS Jr.:

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Charlie lived at 4810 As????? St. in Dallas,Dallas Co., Texas.37 He worked as a bookkeeper.

Charlie married Lillie Dell EAGAN37 about 1922.37 Lillie was born on 9 Jan 1903 in Texas37, 68 anddied on 1 May 1995 in Bexar Co., Texas68, 163 at age 92.

The known children of Charlie and Lillie were:

F i. Marilyn Denice MILLIS37, 68, 164, 165 was born on 2 Mar 1926 in Dallas Co., Texas37,

68, 165 and died on 20 Jun 1999 in Bexar Co., Texas68, 164 at age 73.


69. Willard Leo EGY15, 16, 28, 37, 68, 76, 115 (Florence E. LEE 3, Aaron 2, William Henry 1) wasborn on 15 Jun 1885 in Illinois15, 16, 28, 37, 68, 76 and died in May 197668 at age 90.

Additional notes for Willard Leo EGY:

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, Willard lived at 5322 Winthrop Avenue inChicago, Cook Co., Illinois.16 He worked as a mechanic.

• Willard registered for the WWI draft in Pittsburgh, Allegheny Co., Pennsylvania.76

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, he lived at 22 Walker Avenue in Troy, RensselaerCo., New York.28

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Willard lived at 34 Elmgrove Ave. in Troy,Rensselaer Co., New York.37 He worked as a phys????.

• At the time of his mother's death on 7 Aug 1949, he resided in Kansas City, Jackson Co.,Missouri.39

Willard married Ada M. (EGY)28, 37 about 1912.28, 37, 166 Ada was born about 1888 inIllinois,28, 37 died on 19 Jul 1949 in Kansas City, Jackson Co., Kansas166 about age 61, and was buriedon 21 Jul 1949 in Kansas City, Jackson Co., Kansas.166

Additional notes for Ada M. (EGY):

• Her obituary in the Troy Times Record of 20 Jul 1949 reads... "Mrs. Willard Egy, sr., former well known resident of this city, died suddenly yesterday atKansas City, Mo. The telegram announcing her death said that she had been in ill health for twoweeks but that her death was unexpected. Mrs. Egy lived in Troy for many years while her husband was associated with W. & L. E.Gurley. She was a member of the Second Presbyterian Church, past president of the Women's



Auxiliary and active in all church groups. She and her husband left Troy about ten years ago. She is survived by her husband, a son, Willard Egy, Jr., of St. Louis, Mo., a daughter. MissMargaret Egy of Kansas City and a granddaughter. Barbara Ann Egy. Funeral services will beheld tomorrow in Kansas City."166

The known children of Willard and Ada were:

M i. Willard Leo EGY Jr.28, 37, 68, 165, 167 was born on 28 Jul 1912 in Pennsylvania28, 37, 68,

167 and died on 5 Mar 1974 in Fulton Co., Georgia68, 167 at age 61.

Additional notes for Willard Leo EGY Jr.:

• At the time of his daughter's birth on 28 Apr 1936, Willard resided in Bexar Co.,Texas.165

• At the time of his wife's mother's death on 21 Dec 1943, he resided in Atlanta,Fulton Co., Georgia.168

• At the time of his mother's death on 19 Jul 1949, Willard resided in St. Louis,Missouri.166

Willard married Margery NELSON115, 165 before 1943.115, 165 The marriage ended indivorce before 3 Jun 1961.

F ii. Margaret M. EGY28, 37, 68, 75, 115 was born on 28 Mar 1915 in Pennsylvania28, 37, 68,

75 and died on 2 May 200668 at age 91.

Additional notes for Margaret M. EGY:

• At the time of her marriage on 5 Aug 1961, Margaret resided in Kansas City,Jackson Co., Kansas.115

• At the time of her mother's death on 19 Jul 1949, she resided in Kansas City,Jackson Co., Kansas.166

Margaret married George E. LEHR68, 75, 115 on 5 Aug 1961 in Kansas City, JacksonCo., Kansas (Second Presbyterian Church).75, 115 George was born on 6 Feb 193268, 75 and died on 4 Apr 200868 at age 76.

Marriage notes for George and Margaret: They were married by Alva V. King.75

70. Frederick Harrison "Fred" RUTAN15, 16, 28, 36, 37, 39, 76 (Cora I. LEE 3, Aaron 2,William Henry 1) was born on 17 Oct 1889 northeast of Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois,15, 16, 28, 36,

39, 76 died on 12 Dec 1954 in Cripple Creek, Teller Co., Colorado39 at age 65, and was buried in CrippleCreek, Teller Co., Colorado.39

Additional notes for Frederick Harrison "Fred" RUTAN:

• Other sources say that Fred was born about 1891 in Illinois.37

• At the time of the 1910 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a farm laborer in Vance Township,Vermilion Co., Illinois.16

• Fred registered for the WWI draft on 5 Jun 1917 in Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.76

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, Fred lived at 15 N. Jefferson in Danville,Vermilion Co., Illinois.28 He worked as a carpenter.



• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, he lived at 324 Oak in Danville, Vermilion Co.,Illinois.37 He worked as a carpenter.

• His obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 13 Dec 1954 reads... "Fred Rutan, 65, Cripple Creek, Colo., former Homer resident, died there Sunday (Dec, 12,1954) after a heart attack. Burial will be there. Arrangements are incomplete. He was born in 1889 northeast of Homer, a son of John and Cora Lee Rutan. He marriedGoldie Elder about 1911. Survivors are his wife, Feryl, whom he married in about 1934; five daughters, Mrs. ArleneCombs, Springfield; Mrs. Dorothy Born; California; Mrs. Frances Smith, Indiana; Mrs. ImogeneThompson, Missouri; Mrs. Katherine Potter, Danville; a son, Ronald, Danville; 13grandchiidren; one great-grandchild; five brothers, Kenneth, Bismarck; Allen, Loda; Carl,Fithian; Howard, Tuscola; Joseph, Homer; three sisters, Mrs. May Perry, Ohio; Mrs. ChesterKizer and Mabel, Homer. Mabel Rutan, Joseph and Howard Rutan left Monday by air for Colorado."39

Fred married Goldie Roxie ELDER28, 36, 37 about 18 Dec 1910 in Champaign Co., Illinois.28, 36, 37,

39 The marriage ended in divorce. Goldie was born on 12 May 1892 in Illinois28, 36, 37 and died about 7Feb 197336 about age 80.

The known children of Fred and Goldie were:

F i. Arlene RUTAN28 was born about 1913 in Iowa.28, 37

Additional notes for Arlene RUTAN:

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Arlene worked as an operator(Telephone Co.) in Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.37

• At the time of her father's death on 12 Dec 1954, she resided in Springfield,Sangamon Co., Illinois.39

Arlene married Unknown COMBS39 between 1930 and 1954.37, 39

F ii. Dorothy M. RUTAN28, 37, 38, 94 was born on 12 Sep 1914 in Iowa28, 37, 94 and died on4 Jun 1994 in Barstow, San Bernardino Co., California94 at age 79.

Additional notes for Dorothy M. RUTAN:

• At the time of her father's death on 12 Dec 1954, Dorothy resided in California.39

Dorothy married Unknown BORN39, 94 between 1930 and 1954.37, 39, 94

F iii. Frances M. RUTAN28, 37 was born about Nov 1916 in Illinois.28, 37

Additional notes for Frances M. RUTAN:

• At the time of her father's death on 12 Dec 1954, Frances resided in Indiana.39

Frances married Unknown SMITH39 between 1930 and 1954.37, 39

F iv. Imogene E. RUTAN28, 37 was born about Sep 1917 in Illinois.28, 37



Additional notes for Imogene E. RUTAN:

• At the time of her father's death on 12 Dec 1954, Imogene resided in Missouri.39

Imogene married Unknown THOMPSON38, 39 between 1930 and 1954.37, 38, 39

M v. Ronald E. RUTAN28, 37, 38, 68 was born on 16 Mar 1919 in Illinois28, 37, 68 and died on19 Jan 199068 at age 70.

Additional notes for Ronald E. RUTAN:

• At the time of his father's death on 12 Dec 1954, Ronald resided in Danville,Vermilion Co., Illinois.39

F vi. Katherine Ann RUTAN38 was born on 14 Sep 1923 in Danville Township,Vermilion Co., Illinois,37, 38 died on 5 Nov 199938 at age 76, and was buried inDanville, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Spring Hill Cemetery).38

Additional notes for Katherine Ann RUTAN:

• At the time of her father's death on 12 Dec 1954, Katherine resided in Danville,Vermilion Co., Illinois.39

Katherine married Max E. POTTER38 in 1938.38 Max was born on 12 Jan 1915 inBroadlands, Champaign Co., Illinois,38 died on 14 Aug 196038 at age 45, and wasburied in Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Spring Hill Cemetery).38

Katherine next married Alex J. MALLORY Jr.38, 124 on 14 Apr 1966.38 Alex wasborn in Mar 1924.124

Fred next married Feryl (RUTAN)39 about 1934.39

Tombstone of Allen L. &Anna C. Rutan

71. Allen Lloyd RUTAN15, 16, 28, 37, 38, 39, 76 (Cora I. LEE 3, Aaron 2,William Henry 1) was born on 1 May 1891 in Fithian, Vermilion Co., Illinois,15, 16,

28, 37, 38, 39, 76 died on 9 Sep 1978 in Champaign, Champaign Co., Illinois (BurnhamCity Hospital)38, 39 at age 87, and was buried on 11 Sep 1978 in Vance Township,Vermilion Co., Illinois (Davis Cemetery).38, 39

Additional notes for Allen Lloyd RUTAN:

• Allen registered for the WWI draft on 5 Jun 1917 in Vance Township, Vermilion Co.,Illinois.76

• Allen spent most of his life residing in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois.16, 28, 37, 39 He was afarmer.

• His obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 10 Sep 1978 reads... "Allen L. Rutan, 87, of Homer, died at 8 a.m. Saturday (Sept. 9, 1978) at Burnham CityHospital in Champaign after an illness of three-months. He was a retired farmer. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at the Carrington Funeral Home, Fairmount, with theRev. Harry Deffley officiating. Burial will be in Davis Cemetery west of Fairmount. Visitation will be from 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Mr. Rutan was born May 1, 1891 at Fithian, a son of John and Cora Lee Rutan. He was married



July 5, 1912, in Springfield to Anna Carrie Williams. She survives. Also surviving are a daughter, Helen Taylor of Homer, two sons, Robert of Danville andLawrence of. Los Angeles, Calif.; seven grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren; and three sisters, Mabel Rutan, May Perry and Jennie Kizer, all of Homer. Two grandsons and five brothers preceded him in death. Memorials may be made to the DavisCemetery Association or to a charity of the donor's choice."39

Allen married Anna Carrie WILLIAMS28, 37, 38, 39 on 5 Jul 1912 in Springfield, Sangamon Co.,Illinois.28, 37, 38, 39 Anna was born on 3 Dec 1892 in Georgetown, Vermilion Co., Illinois,28, 37,

38, 39 died on 25 Oct 1978 in Savoy, Champaign Co., Illinois (Champaign Convalescent Home)38, 39 at age 85, and was buried on 28 Oct 1978 in Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois (DavisCemetery).38, 39

Additional notes for Anna Carrie WILLIAMS:

• Her obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 26 Oct 1978 reads... "Anna C. Rutan, 85, of Homer, died at 1:10 p.m. Wednesday (Oct. 25, 1978) at theChampaign Convalescent Home, Savoy. Funeral Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Carrington Funeral Home, Fairmount, withthe Rev. Harry Deffley officiating. Burial will be in Davis Cemetery, west of Fairmount. Visitation will be from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Mrs. Rutan was born Dec 3, 1892, in Georgetown, a daughter of James and Lillian RaeWilliams. She married Allen L. Rutan July 5, 1912, in Springfield. He preceded her in deathSept 9, 1978. She is survived by a daughter, Helen Taylor of Homer; two sons, Robert Rutan of Danville,and Lawrence Rutan of Los Angeles, Calif.; seven grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; fourgreat-great-grandchildren; a sister, Gertrude Allee of Spencer, lnd.; two half-brothers, EdWilliams of Homer, and Alva Williams in Florida; and a half sister, Opal Donovan of Cayuga,Ind. Memorials may be made to the Davis Cemetery Association."39

The known children of Allen and Anna were:

M i. Lawrence R. RUTAN28, 37, 94 was born on 27 Aug 1913 in Illinois28, 37, 94 and died on5 Oct 1990 in San Bernardino Co., California94 at age 77.

Additional notes for Lawrence R. RUTAN:

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Lawrence worked as a farm laborer inVance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois.37

• At the time of his parent's deaths in 1978, he resided in Los Angeles, California.39

F ii. Helen L. RUTAN10, 28, 39 was born on 21 Sep 1916 in Fithian, Vermilion Co.,



Illinois,10, 28, 37, 39 died on 1 Mar 1999 in Urbana, Champaign Co., Illinois (ProvenaCovenant Medical Center)39 at age 82, and was buried on 4 Mar 1999 in VanceTownship, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Davis Cemetery).10, 39

Additional notes for Helen L. RUTAN:

• Helen spent most of her life residing near Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois.39

• Her obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 3 Mar 1999 reads... "Funeral services for Helen L. Taylor, 82, of Homer will be at 11 a.m. Thursdayat Kirby Funeral Home, 708 S. Main St., Homer. The Rev. Don Strohl will officiate. Burial will be in Davis Cemetery, Fairmount. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Mrs. Taylor died at 10:15 a.m. Monday (March 1, 1999) at Covenant MedicalCenter Urbana. She was born Sept. 21, 1916, at Fithian, a daughter of Allen and Anna C. WilliamsRutan. She married Harry W. Taylor on Sept. 21, 1934, at Centralia. He died July21, 1969. Surviving are two sons, Ronald Taylor of Homer and Robert Taylor of Melvin; fourdaughters, Jeane Taylor of Springfield, Ohio, Martha Glenn of Homer, BarbaraFitch of Savoy and Janet Hall of Mahomet; 34 grandchildren; 52 great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two infant sons and two brothers. Mrs. Taylor was a member of the Homer United Methodist Church and made thenoodles for the annual chicken and noodle dinner at the church. She also was amember of the Friendship Club at Homer. She retired in 1981 after working 24years as a custodian and cook at the Homer Grade School. Memorial contributions may be made to the Homer United Methodist Church or theHomer Fire and Rescue."39

Helen married Harry W. TAYLOR10, 39, 68 on 21 Sep 1934 in Centralia, Marion Co.,Illinois.39 Harry was born on 20 Dec 1906,10, 68 died on 21 Jul 1969 in Homer,Champaign Co., Illinois10, 39, 68 at age 62, and was buried on 23 Jul 1969 in VanceTownship, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Davis Cemetery).10, 39

Additional notes for Harry W. TAYLOR:

• His obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 22 Jul 1969 reads... "Funeral services for Harry W. Taylor, 62, Homer, who died Monday (July21,1969) at his home, will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Kirby Funeral Home,Homer.



Rev. Harold Flessner, assisted by Rev. Don Strohl, will officiate. Burial will be inDavis Cemetery, Fairmount, and visitation will be from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at thefuneral home."39

M iii. Robert A. RUTAN28, 38, 39 was born on 10 Dec 1918 in Homer, Champaign Co.,Illinois,28, 38, 39 died on 8 Mar 1998 in Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois (DanvilleVeterans Affairs Medical Center)38, 39 at age 79, and was buried on 11 Mar 1998 inHomer, Champaign Co., Illinois (Homer G.A.R.).38, 39

Additional notes for Robert A. RUTAN:

• Other sources say that Robert was born about 1920 in Illinois.37

• Robert served in WWII.39

• At the time of his father's and mother's deaths in 1978, he resided in Danville,Vermilion Co., Illinois.39

• His obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 9 Mar 1998 reads... "Robert A. Rutan, 79, of Danville died at 11 a.m. Sunday (March 8, 1998) at theDanville Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Carrington Funeral Home, 110 E.Court St., Fairmount. The Rev. J.L. Penfold will officiate. Burial will be in the GARCemetery, Homer. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Mr. Rutan was born Dec. 10, 1918, at Homer, a son of Allen and Anna WilliamsRutan. He married Marie Goad on Feb. 2, 1947, at Danville. She died Sept. 21,1997. Survivors include a daughter, Karen Dysart of Danville; a sister, Helen Taylor ofHomer; five grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by abrother. Mr. Rutan was a retired farmer and a metalwright for Hyster Co. in Danville. Hewas a World War II veteran. He was a member of the Danville Consistory, theMoose Lodge and the GAO Grotto of Danville. Mr. Rutan enjoyed woodworking. Memorials may be made to GAR Cemetery."39

Robert married Marie E. GOAD38, 39 on 2 Feb 1947 in Danville, Vermilion Co.,Illinois.38, 39 Marie was born on 4 Oct 1916 in Longview, Champaign Co.,Illinois,38, 39 died on 21 Sep 1997 in Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois (UnitedSamaritans Medical Center - Logan Campus)38, 39 at age 80, and was buried on 24Sep 1997 in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois (Homer G.A.R.).38, 39

Additional notes for Marie E. GOAD:

• Her obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 22 Sep 1997 reads... "Marie E. Rutan, 80, died at 6:40 a.m. Sunday (Sept. 21, 1997) at United



Samaritans Medical Center, Logan campus, Danville. Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Carrington Funeral Home, 110 E. CourtSt., Fairmount. Burial will follow in GAR Cemetery, Homer. Visitation will be 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. She was born Oct. 4, 1916, in Longview, a daughter of Samuel and Alta CornwellGoad. She married Robert A. Rutan on Feb. 2, 1947, in Danville. He survives. Other survivors include a daughter, Karen Dysart of Danville; a brother, Carl Goadof Homer; two sisters, Lucille Conway of Danville and Evelyn Cope of Homer; threegrandchildren; and a great-grandchild. She had worked in the personnel department at Veterans Affairs Medical Center,Danville. She was past worthy matron of the Order of the Eastern Star in Rankin, pastpresident of the American Legion Auxiliary Post 290 of Homer and a former MooseLodge member. Memorials may be made to the GAR Cemetery."39

72. Kenneth Leroy RUTAN15, 16, 28, 37, 38 (Cora I. LEE 3, Aaron 2, William Henry 1) wasborn on 1 Jun 1893 in Oakwood Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois,15, 16, 28, 37, 38 died on 16 Dec 196638 atage 73, and was buried in Oakwood, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Oakwood Cemetery).38

Additional notes for Kenneth Leroy RUTAN:

• Other sources say that Kenneth was born on 1 Jun 1893 in Fithian, Vermilion Co., Illinois.76


• Kenneth registered for the WWI draft on 5 Jun 1917 in Vermilion Co., Illinois.76

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, Kenneth worked as a farm laborer in OakwoodTownship, Vermilion Co., Illinois.28

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, he worked as a farmer in Newell Township,Vermilion Co., Illinois.37

• At the time of his father's death on 30 Jun 1940, Kenneth resided in Bismarck, Vermilion Co.,Illinois.39

• At the time of his brother's death on 12 Dec 1954, he resided in Bismarck, Vermilion Co.,Illinois.39

Kenneth married Lula Frances STEFFEY37, 38 on 24 Jan 1916.28, 37, 38 Lula was born on 21 Oct1894 in Smith Co., Virginia,28, 37, 38 died on 24 Apr 196138 at age 66, and was buried in Oakwood,Vermilion Co., Illinois (Oakwood Cemetery).38



Additional notes for Kenneth and Lula:

• Other sources38 say they were married on 24 Jan 1915.

Additional notes for Lula Frances STEFFEY:

• Her surname was also spelled Steffy and Stefy.38

The known children of Kenneth and Lula were:

M i. Thurman Robert RUTAN28, 37, 38, 169 was born on 19 Feb 1916 in Fithian, VermilionCo., Illinois,28, 37, 38 died on 28 Sep 199138 at age 75, and was buried in Danville,Vermilion Co., Illinois (Danville National Cemetery).38

Thurman married Wilma G. BAKER.38 Wilma was born on 21 Oct 1922,38 died on 1 Dec 197638 at age 54, and was buried in Catlin Township, Vermilion Co.,Illinois (Oakridge Cemetery).38

Thurman next married Joan Kay MOORE/DAVIS38 on 10 Mar 1983 in Clark Co.,Nevada.38, 169 Joan was born on 22 Jan 1937 in Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois38 anddied on 13 Jan 200238 at age 64.

M ii. Vern E. RUTAN28, 38 was born on 28 Jul 1918 in Rossville, Vermilion Co.,Illinois,28, 37, 38 died on 14 Jan 197538 at age 56, and was buried in Danville,Vermilion Co., Illinois (Sunset Cemetery).38

Vern married Dorothy (RUTAN)38 on 28 Jun 1950.38

M iii. Lee Allen RUTAN37, 38 was born on 27 Oct 1928 in Oakwood Township, VermilionCo., Illinois,37, 38 died on 22 Dec 199038 at age 62, and was buried in Vermilion Co.,Illinois (Gundy Cemetery).38

Lee married Betty JOHNSON38, 68 on 1 Dec 1946.38 Betty was born on 14 Dec192768 and died on 2 Apr 200668 at age 78.

73. Carl McKinley RUTAN15, 16, 28, 37, 38, 39, 76 (Cora I. LEE 3, Aaron 2, WilliamHenry 1) was born on 27 Feb 1895 in Fithian, Vermilion Co., Illinois,15, 16, 37, 38, 39, 76 died on21 Oct 1975 in Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois (St. Elizabeth Hospital)38, 39 at age 80, and was buriedon 24 Oct 1975 in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois (Homer G.A.R.).38, 39

Additional notes for Carl McKinley RUTAN:

• Other sources say that Carl was born about 1897 in Illinois.28


• Carl registered for the WWI draft on 5 Jun 1917 in Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois.76

• At the time of the 1920 U.S. Federal Census, Carl worked as a farm laborer in Philo Township,Champaign Co., Illinois.28


• Carl spent the last 35+ years of his life as a resident of Fithian, Vermilion Co., Illinois.39

• His obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 22 Oct 1975 reads...



"Carl M. Rutan, 80, of Fithian, died at 2:15 p.m. Tuesday (Oct. 21, 1975 at St. ElizabethHospital, Danville. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Kirby Funeral Home, Homer, with Rev. HarryDeffley officiating. Burial will be in GAR Cemetery, Homer. Visitation will be from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Mr. Rutan was born Feb. 27, 1895 in Fithian, a son of John and Cora Lee Rutan. He marriedMurza Randall Dec. 26, 1917 in Champaign. She preceded him in death. Surviving are two sons, John, Amboy, and Howard, London, Eng.; two grandchildren; a brother,Allen, Sidney; and three sisters, Mabel, Mrs. Chester (Jenny) Kizer, and Mrs. May Perry, all ofHomer. He was preceded in death by his parents and four brothers. Mr. Rutan was a member of the Vermilion County Farm Bureau. Memorials may be made to the Heart Fund."39

Carl married Murza M. RANDALL28, 37, 38, 39 on 26 Dec 1917 in Champaign, Champaign Co.,Illinois.28, 37, 38, 39 Murza was born on 16 Aug 1896 in Oakwood, Vermilion Co., Illinois,28, 37, 38,

39 died on 3 Jun 1968 in Urbana, Champaign Co., Illinois (Americana Nursing Center)38, 39 at age 71,and was buried on 6 Jun 1968 in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois (Homer G.A.R.).38, 39

Additional notes for Murza M. RANDALL:

• Her obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 3 Jun 1968 reads... "Mrs. Murza Randall Rutan, 71, near Fithian, died at 3:45 a.m. Monday (June 3, 1968) at theAmericana Nursing Center, Urbana. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday in the Kirby Funeral Home, Homer. Burial will be inthe GAR Cemetery. Friends may call 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Mrs. Rutan was born Aug. 16, 1896, in Oakwood to John and Charlotte Blake Randall. Shemarried Carl Rutan Dec. 26, 1917, in Champaign. Surviving are her husband; two sons, John of Rockford and Howard of London, England; twograndchildren; and one sister, Mrs. Cal (Nina) Bishop, Hoopestown. She was a member of the Fithian Methodist Church."39

The known children of Carl and Murza were:

M i. John R. RUTAN37 was born about 1922 in Indiana.37

Additional notes for John R. RUTAN:

• At the time of his father's death on 21 Oct 1975, John resided in Amboy, Lee Co.,Illinois.39

M ii. Howard J. RUTAN37 was born about 1926 in Illinois.37



Additional notes for Howard J. RUTAN:

• At the time of his father's death on 21 Oct 1975, Howard resided in London,England.39

74. Jennie Pauline RUTAN15, 16, 28, 37, 38, 39, 41 (Cora I. LEE 3, Aaron 2, William Henry

1) was born on 25 Jun 1897 in Fithian, Vermilion Co., Illinois,15, 16, 28, 37, 38, 39, 41 died on 21 Jun1991 in Urbana, Champaign Co., Illinois (Champaign County Nursing Home)38, 39, 41 at age 93, and wasburied on 24 Jun 1991 in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois (Homer G.A.R.).38, 39, 41

Additional notes for Jennie Pauline RUTAN:

• Jennie spent most of her life residing in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois.39

• Her obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 22 Jun 1991 reads... "Jennie P. Kizer, 93, of Homer died at 4:05 a.m. Friday (June 21, 1991) at the ChampaignCounty Nursing Home, Urbana. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Herington Funer- [piece of obituary is missing here] The Rev. Scott McMurray and the Rev. Ronald Strohl will officiate. Burial will be in G.A.RCemetery, Homer. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Mrs. Kizer was born June 25, 1897, near Fithian, a daughter of John H. and Cora Lee Rutan.She married Chester Klzer on Jan. 30, 1919, at Fithian. He survives. Also surviving are two sons, Willard Kizer of Cape Coral, Fla., and Edgar Kizer of Homer; fourgrandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by an infant daughter, six brothers and two sisters. Mrs. Kizer was a member of the Homer United Methodist Church, the United MethodistWomen, Homer Legion Auxiliary, in which she had served as president, Homer TemperanceLeague and Art Needle Club. Memorial contributions may be made to the United Methodist Church, Homer, or the G.A.R.Cemetery, Homer."39

Jennie married Chester Mahlon KIZER28, 37, 38, 39, 76 on 30 Jan 1919 in Fithian, Vermilion Co.,Illinois.28, 37, 38, 39, 41 Chester was born on 29 Jun 1895 in Bloomington, McLean Co., Illinois,28, 37,

38, 39 died on 28 Feb 1998 in Urbana, Champaign Co., Illinois (Champaign County Nursing Home)38, 39 at age 102, and was buried on 3 Mar 1998 in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois (Homer G.A.R.).38, 39

Additional notes for Chester Mahlon KIZER:

• His WWI Draft Registration says that Chester was born in Danvers, McLean Co., Illinois.76

• Chester registered for the WWI draft on 5 Jun 1917 in Sidell Township, Vermilion Co.,



Illinois.76

• Chester served in the Army during WWI.39


• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Chester worked as a farmer in South HomerTownship., Champaign Co., Illinois.37

• His obituary in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette of 1 Mar 1998 reads... "Chester M. Kizer, 102, the oldest resident of Homer, died at 1:30 a.m. Saturday (Feb. 28,1998) at the Champaign County Nursing Home in Urbana. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Carrington Funeral Home, 110 E. Court St.,Fairmount. Burial will be in the GAR Cemetery at Homer, with full military rites by the HomerAmerican Legion Post 208. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Mr. Kizer was born June 29, 1895, at Bloomington, a son of Jasper and Eveline Hare Kizer. Hemarried Jennie Rutan on Jan. 30, 1919, near Fithian. She died June 21, 1991. He is survived by two sons, Willard Kizer of Cape Coral, Fla., and Edgar Kizer of Homer; abrother, Leslie Kizer of Moberly, Mo.; a sister, Zella Wright of Walcott, Ind.; fourgrandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by an infant daughter, two brothers and a sister. Mr. Kizer was an Army veteran of World War I. He was a member of the Homer UnitedMethodist Church and the Homer American Legion Post 208. He retired from farming in 1960. Memorial contributions may be made to the GAR Cemetery at Homer."39

The known children of Chester and Jennie were:

M i. Kinnie Willard KIZER37, 39 was born about 1921 in Illinois.37

Additional notes for Kinnie Willard KIZER:

• At the time of his mother's death on 21 Jun 1991, Kinnie resided in Cape Coral,Lee Co., Florida.39

• At the time of his father's death on 28 Feb 1998, he resided in Cape Coral, Lee Co.,Florida.39

M ii. Edgar W. KIZER37, 124 was born in 1924 in Illinois.37, 124

Additional notes for Edgar W. KIZER:

• At the time of his mother's death on 21 Jun 1991, Edgar resided in Homer,Champaign Co., Illinois.39

• At the time of his father's death on 28 Feb 1998, he resided in Homer, ChampaignCo., Illinois.39



F iii. Unknown KIZER39 died in infancy.39


75. Howard Davis RUTAN16, 28, 37, 38, 106 (Cora I. LEE 3, Aaron 2, William Henry 1) wasborn on 7 Apr 1906 in Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois,16, 28, 37, 38 died on 4 Mar 196438 at age 57, andwas buried in Tuscola, Douglas Co., Illinois.38

Additional notes for Howard Davis RUTAN:

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Howard lived at 402 Park St. in Tuscola, DouglasCo., Illinois.37 He worked as an agent for the Standard Oil Co.

• Howard spent his remaing years in Tuscola, Douglas Co., Illinois.39

Howard married Mary Jane ALBERT37, 68, 106 about 31 Aug 1929.37, 106 Mary was born on 9 Aug1907 in Illinois37, 68 and died on 29 Jan 199968 at age 91.

Additional notes for Howard and Mary:

• Howard and Mary applied to be married in Champaign Co., Illinois on 31 Aug 1929.106

Additional notes for Mary Jane ALBERT:

• At the time of the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, Mary worked as a book keeper (Telephone Co.)in Tuscola, Douglas Co., Illinois.37

The known children of Howard and Mary were:

M i. Donald Wayne RUTAN170, 171 was born on 7 Aug 1931 in Tuscola, Douglas Co.,Illinois170, 171 and died on 14 Jul 2008 in Eureka, Humboldt Co., California170 at age76.

Additional notes for Donald Wayne RUTAN:

• He served in the military U.S. Army between 1951 and 1953 in the KoreanConflict.170

• His obituary in The Eureka Reporter of 23 Jul 2008 reads... "Donald Wayne Rutan, 76, died at his home in Eureka, with his Bettie by hisside, Monday, July 14, 2008 following a courageous battle against cancer. Born Aug. 7, 1931 in Tuscola, Ill., Don spent his childhood and early adult years inthe Midwest. Don's love for music materialized at a young age as he learned to playhis father's baritone and enjoyed playing in an ensemble with several friends fromTuscola High School. He was actively involved in DeMolay, and served as hisclub's state representative. His membership marked the beginning of a life dedicatedto civil service, leadership, and honor, and his service as a DeMolay Dad aftergraduation helped other young men grow into responsible, honorable communityleaders. He graduated from Tuscola High School in 1949 in a tight-knit group,known fondly as the Forty-niners, who hold each other close to this day. In 1953, Don followed his father into the Tuscola Masonic Lodge #332 and wasproud of the fifty-year pin he received in recognition of his lifelong affiliation andcommitment to the values and ethics of a Mason. In addition to his formal Masonic



membership, the respect and love he bore for all people affected everyone heencountered. He never met a person he wasn't interested in getting to know andeveryone who met him enjoyed the company of a true gentleman. After high school, Don served in the Illinois National Guard followed by active dutyas a weapons instructor in the U.S. Army. Attaining the rank of Master Sergeant inthe 44th Infantry Division, Don served during the Korean Conflict from 1951 to1953. Always a sports enthusiast and great baseball fan, Don played catcher for hiscompany's team, which won the title of regimental champions. He held fondmemories of his teammates and years in the service, which he shared with hisfamily through the next five decades. He continued to harbor great respect for hisfellow servicemen throughout his life and for all troops in the U.S. military. Don returned to school at Tri-State University in Angola, Ind., where he earned hisdegree in Civil Engineering in 1956. While attending Tri-State, Don was an officerin Sigma Mu Sigma, a Masonic-based fraternity, whose membership was based onsincerity, morality, scholarship, and patriotism - all core values that defined his life. After graduation, Don enjoyed a long and successful career, not only as a civilengineer but also a registered land surveyor in Illinois and California. In his careerwhich spanned over 50 years, he began as a consulting and design engineer in theconstruction field, eventually using his talents as an estimator, surveyor, projectmanager, and superintendent, primarily in pipeline construction. He founded andran his first company, Rutan Construction, in Santa Cruz, Calif., from 1970 to1976. After a 10-year break from operating his own business, he founded andoperated his second company, Rutan Surveying out of Sacramento, Calif. for morethan twenty years. During his career, Don bid, built, and ran a variety ofconstruction jobs all over the state of California and western Nevada. He workedwith many who became close friends and mentored numerous young engineers andcontractors just starting their careers. Don enjoyed crossing paths with colleaguesand crews throughout the years, who in turn looked forward to catching up on newsfrom "the Silver Fox." In addition to his work, Don was an avid reader and self-taught historian. Althoughhe was particularly interested in the American Civil War, he was always well versedin current events and enjoyed watching history unfold. His sharp wit and craftysense of humor made him an excellent cribbage instructor and formidable opponent.Simple pleasures in life, like watching the birds in his birdbath and many feeders,also brought quiet joy and delight. Throughout his life, Don continued playing, enjoying, and discovering new music,and looked forward to traveling to concerts and jazz festivals with his wife andnumber one dance partner, Bettie. Don and Bettie also enjoyed many other traveladventures through the years, some to far away places and others closer to home tovisit friends and spoil their grandkids with hugs, kisses, and candy. Don, or "PapaFox" to the grandkids, also enjoyed visits from his grandchildren in his Sacramentohome. He loved animals, dogs and horses in particular, and frequently treated thegrandkids to backyard riding lessons on one of his three horses. Don was blessedwith the joy of holding our family's most recent gift, newborn great-grand baby



twins, this June. His grandchildren were their Papa's special light, and watchingtheir futures unfold was his deepest interest. Despite all of his formal involvement through school groups, church, clubs andsocieties, the military, and engineering career, Don's biggest impacts arise from thelove shared with his family and friends. We were blessed to have him as ourcompassionate husband, brother, father, grandfather, and friend. Don is survived by his beloved Wife Bettie Rutan of Eureka, Calif., Brothers: DaleRutan of Mt. Vernon, Wash., Dan Rutan and wife Vickie of Santa Cruz, Calif.,Pete Bailey and wife Barbara of Eureka, Calif., Tom Bailey and wife Sharon ofCanyonville, Ore.; Daughters: Cynthia Rutan of Capitola, Calif., Brenda Yarnalland husband Jim of Eureka, Calif., Pamela McNaughton and husband Peter ofNova Scotia, Canada, Daphne Aguilar and partner Jim Haas of Austin, Texas;Grandchildren: Justin Rutan of Kuwait City, Kuwait, Brent Gaylord and wife Bekahof the USAF, Kaitlin Yarnall of Washington, D.C., Ryan Gaylord and wife Nathalieof Jacksonville, Fla., Morgan Aguilar and partner Chris Goncalves of Sacramento,Calif., Megan Yarnall of Eugene, Ore., Michael Christian Rutan of Milpitas, Calif.,Cerena Barros of Capitola, Calif., and Great-Grandchildren Romeo and AlinaGoncalves and Douglas and Sophie Gaylord. He is also survived by numerousnieces and nephews, and too many dear friends to begin to list. He was preceded in death by his son Michael Kent Rutan, who he looked forwardto being with again. We draw comfort in knowing they are together in the Lord'sloving arms. Don taught us many things, but perhaps never more than in his final fight. Hemodeled how to live well: no whining, say I love you at every opportunity, prayhard, smile and laugh as much as possible, and never ever give up. Our family isthankful for the excellent care he received from the Cancer Treatment Center ofAmerica in Tulsa, Oklahoma and locally from Dr. Uma, Nanette, Leanne, and thekind nurses at Eureka Internal Medicine.A celebration of Don's life will be held Tuesday, July 29 from 3 to six o'clock in theevening at the Wharfinger Building, #1 Marina Way, Eureka, California. Memorialcontributions may be made to the Shriners Hospital for Children, 2425 StocktonBlvd., Sacramento, CA 95817 or to the California Scottish Rite ScholarshipFoundation, 2455 Masonic Drive, San Jose, CA 95125. Arrangements are under the care of Pierce Mortuary, 707 H Street, Eureka,CA."170

Donald married Unknown SALTZMAN.94

Donald next married Bettie A. O'CONNELL170, 171 on 24 Jun 1979 in HumboldtCo., California.170, 171 Bettie was born about 1935.171

M ii. Dale RUTAN.170

Additional notes for Dale RUTAN:

• At the time of his brother's death on 14 Jul 2008, Dale resided in Mt. Vernon,Skagit Co., Washington.170



M iii. Dan RUTAN.170

Additional notes for Dan RUTAN:

• At the time of his brother's death on 14 Jul 2008, Dan resided in Santa Cruz, SantaCruz Co., California.170

Dan married Vicky (RUTAN).170

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Name Index Page 162


(BULLOCH)

Unknown, 122

(CARTER)

Dorothy, 82

Unknown, 83

(DAVIDSON)

Emma, 124

Georgia F., 128

Goldie, 130

Marietta "Atta", 127

Martha, 129

Unknown, 124

Vivian E., 129

(EGY)

Ada M., 139

Bernice F., 66

(FREEMAN)

Erma Louise, 135

Rose, 134

(HEUPEL)

Jackie L., 120

(KIZER)

Carol L., 86

(KOONTZ)

Clara H., 109

Janice, 113

Louise, 112

Unknown, 107

Wilma, 107

(LEE)

Della, 90

Elizabeth, 5

Lura Mae, 62

Nellie, 23

Unknown, 62

(LEE)

Vernice, 94

Violet, 52

(MOORE)

Salome S., 138

(MORROW)

Faith, 132

(RUTAN)

Dorothy, 147

Feryl, 142

Vicky, 154

(SAWVEL)

Pauline, 134

(STEARNS)

Mary, 19

Unknown, 20

ABBEY

Allen Calvin, 133

Rex Perry, 133

ABNER

Unknown, 92

ABRAMS

James, 115

ACREE

Rosanna, 39

ALBERT

Mary Jane, 151

ARMINTROUT

Albert A., 132

ASBURY

Unknown, 138

ATKIN

Florence E., 122

BABCOCK

Ruth Elizabeth, 117

Name Index Page 163


BAILEY

Ida, 107

BAKER

Wilma G., 147

BALES

Martha Elmerine "Alma", 95

BARLAG

Leonard Edward, 99

BARNES

Adaline, 40

BARR

Clyde, 124

BAUGH

Unknown, 54

BECK

George Valentine, 121, 122

Mary Ales, 107

BENDER

Agnes "Bennie", 64

BERKSHIRE

Don, 120

BERRY

Connie Sue, 118

BEYER

George (Dr.), M.D., 111

BLODGETT

Ezra Thompson "Tom", 46

BOISE

Unknown, 127

BORDNER

Dan Dale, 117

Walter Nelson, 55, 116

BORN

Unknown, 141

BROOKS

Kiziah, 12, 17

BULLOCH

Andrew C., 122

Blanche G., 122

Robert, 121

BULLOCK

Clarence J., 123

Gladys, 123

Nellie S. "Nell", 121

Robert C., 122

CARTER

Charles Milton, 81

Charles Willard, 81

Thomas Franklin "Frank", 83

Willis Craig, 82

CEIBERT

Leroy Harold, 68

COMBS

Unknown, 141

CORD

Elizabeth, 85

CRAIG

Alta J., 39, 83

Carolyn Jane, 80

Claude, 35

Dale, 34, 79

Grover C., 37

Mabel L., 38, 80

Maud E., 36

Scott, 34

Thomas B., 38

Thomas Benton, 33

CRISP

Oleta, 98

Name Index Page 164


CUTLIT

Unknown, 115

DAVIDSON

Alvin A., 56, 128

Calvin L., 56, 123

Charley Clement, 124

Charlott, 128

Clarence, 129

Eddie, 125

Ernest, 130

Flossie, 129

Frank, 130

George, 130

Harold, 130

Helen, 127

Jane, 56, 120

Jesse, 129

John, 124

John "Jack", 129

John Grant, 56, 125

Luella, 126

Mable, 130

Mary, 130

Myrtle, 124

Nellie, 126

Norlan, 130

Ralph H., 128

Richard, 124

Roxanna "Roxie", 128

Samuel C., 128

Thelma, 130

Thommie, 124

Unknown, 124, 127

Walter P., 127

William H., 56, 127

DEAN

Albert Lee Roy "Pappy", 101

Mary Lee, 103

Pauline, 102

DICK

Elizabeth Mary, 22

DICKINSON

Leona, 87

Unknown, 88

William "Albert", 87

DICKSON

Edna, 35

Oliver P., 37

DYE

Raymond, 106

EAGAN

Lillie Dell, 139

EGY

Bessie, 66

Homer Frank, 66

Homer H., 66

Margaret M., 140

Willard Leo, 66, 139

Willard Leo Jr., 140

ELDER

Goldie Roxie, 141

EPHGRAVE

Edmund, 90

EWEN

Asa Green, 92

Edward Garland, 92

Nellie Arlentiss, 92

Robert Benton, 91

Varnillia L. "Millie", 92

Wilma Jean, 92

Name Index Page 165


EYANSON

Thomas, 53

FORMAN

Unknown, 109

FREEMAN

Anzonettia, 58

Cleo, 135

Delores, 135

Ezra C., 60

Gracie, 60

Iva, 60, 132

James L., 57

Lavine L., 135

Lena, 61

Lewis S., 60, 134

Louis Oran, 135

Lydia E., 58, 131

Martha, 58

Minnie M., 59

Nora, 58, 130

Ola L., 135

Opal G., 135

Orman L., 135

Phyllis, 135

GERHARD

Gilbert, 112

GHENT

John S., 80

GOAD

Marie E., 145

GOINS

Cloman, 44

GREER

Hazel, 63

Otha Shelton, 42

HALL

Harvey Ray Sr., 77

HARRIS

Unknown, 66

HARTKOPF

John W., 123

HASTINGS

Jennie, 108

HATHAWAY

Jack W., 48

HAWK

Sharon Ann, 117

HAWKINS

Bernadyne, 95

Joseph John "Joe", 95

HAYES

Clifford M., 134

HENDRICKS

Priscilla, 6

HEUPEL

Edwin Emil, 119

James E. (Col.), 120

Larry Allen, 120

Sharlene D., 120

HICKMAN

Margaret Ann, 25

HODGES

Tommy E., 94

HOFF

Harland G. "Harry", 86

HOFFMAN

Shirley, 113

HOGELAND

Metta, 110

Name Index Page 166


HOSKINS

Unknown, 92

HOWARD

Conrad Joseph, 50, 115

Dolly, 93, 99

Julia June, 116

Lottie Lee, 50, 115

Rachel, 116

Thomas A., 49

HUBBELL

Genevieve L., 105

James W., 105

HUFF

George, 79

Unknown, 79

William D., 79

HUGHES

Conrad, 115

Howard W., 115

Thomas O., 115

HUNTER

Nora A., 67

HUSTON

Unknown, 127

IZARD

Isabel Amanda "Mandy", 31

JOHNSON

Betty, 147

JONES

Evelyn Gertrude, 53

James, 86

James Lee, 87

Unknown, 87

KING

Billie Pearl, 95

KIZER

Charles L., 85

Chester Mahlon, 149

Clarence H., 84

Donald E., 86

Edgar W., 150

Elizabeth J. "Betty" (Dr.), 86

Kinnie Willard, 150

Unknown, 151

Victor Keith, 86

KOONTZ

Alta, 47, 113

Ara Louise, 107

Bernice, 112

Bert, 46, 109

Bruce, 47, 110

Dale, 107

Earl E., 113

Elverna, 109

Emma, 46

Evelyn, 109

Frances, 109

Geneva Claire, 111

Gwen Harold, 112

Jacob A., 46, 108

James Franklin "Frank", 46, 107

James Harvey, 45

James William, 111

Jean, 108

Jennie E., 47

John Henry, 46, 106

Laura Lee, 46, 105

Lois E., 107

Louise, 109

Lucy L., 48

Name Index Page 167


KOONTZ

Maurice "Maurie", 107

Mildred, 112

Orval B., 107

Ruth, 110

Unknown, 108

Verna Louise, 113

Virginia, 109

Waunita, 108

Wesley H., 112

LAJOIE

Gerald F., 104

LARMSTRONG

Collette E., 99

LEACH

Jessie T., 80

LEE

Aaron, 7, 25

Amy Frances, 29, 74

Anabell, 62

Asa Judson, 13, 40

Billy Tom, 97

Bobby George, 94

Carey, 23

Charles "Charley", 13

Clara Belle, 14

Clyde Lawrence, 96

Clyde McKinley, 43, 95

Cora I., 27, 69

Dale L., 62

Delbert Eugene "Bud", 98

Dora, 23

Doris Elizabeth, 118

Douglas Eugene "Eugene", 94

Edna Alice, 67

LEE

Edna Ethel, 41, 91

Elizabeth, 6, 8

Ernest Carl, 53

Ersom C., 13, 39

Essie A., 24, 64

Eunice, 22, 61

Florence E., 26, 65

Flossie Lona, 54, 118

Frank Judson, 90

Frank L. Jr., 91

Frank Leslie, 41, 88

George Washington, 43, 93

Gladys Mae, 89

Gladys Marie, 54

Hannah, 7, 17

Harry Cecil, 52

Harvey Runyon, 41, 92

Helen Clarabelle, 53, 116

Iona L., 40, 87

Ira J., 22

Isalina, 40, 86

Iva, 24, 62

Iva J., 27

Jennie, 22

John, 6, 12

John E., 40

John Ryland, 14, 50

John Simeon, 52

Julia, 13, 48

Keneth, 104

Kitty Grace "Grace", 29

Laura C., 42

Laura J. "Nettie", 27

Laura O., 53

Name Index Page 168


LEE

Levi, 22

Linda, 118

Mary, 7, 18

Mildred Bernice "Millie", 90

Miriam, 7, 20

Nellie Adaline, 44, 101

Nora Ethel, 68

Oda A., 24, 61

Opal Pauletta, 43

Paul Farrel, 44, 104

Pauline Lena, 94

Phyllis Ann, 100

Priscilla, 7, 16

Ralph Emerson, 53, 117

Rebecca Jane, 7, 24

Richard, 92

Riley, 23

Robert, 92

Robert E., 44

Robert McKinley, 99

Rodney, 91

Rodney Emmerson "Rod", 100

Roscoe Emmerson, 43, 99

Roy Aaron, 28

Ruth Maxine "Maxine", 99

Sally Delores, 104

Sarah, 14

Sophia Jane, 13, 45

Unknown, 5, 7, 41, 95, 104

Willard Edwin, 26, 67

William Carey, 13

William Henry, 5, 7, 21

William Howard "Bill", 117

LEEDY

Luther, 130

Roy M., 131

LEES

Unknown, 110

LEHR

George E., 140

LIVENGOOD

Betty Jane, 115

Forrest E., 114

LOCKWOOD

Fannie, 8, 16

LONGSTRETH

Benjamin, 24

Unknown, 24

William H., 24

LOVE

Amanda Jean "Jean", 100

LUSK

George B., 32

MACKEY

Carolyn, 92

MALLORY

Alex J. Jr., 142

MCCARTHY

Mildred K., 133

MCCOY

Mary A., 25

MCPHEETERS

Perry Lawrence, 29

MEFFERD

Gerald Lowell, 118

MILLIS

Charles T., 64

Charles Theodore "Charlie" Jr., 65, 139

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MILLIS

Marilyn Denice, 139

MILLS

Charles, 135

MOORE

Arblay Russel, 61, 138

Artise L., 139

Bryant Sherman, 136

Clessie Vontella, 138

E. V., 138

Edna Lenora, 136

Elroy, 136

F. L., 138

Glendon Edgar, 138

Izora Dakota "Iza", 61, 136

Jabez Gilyard "Jobey", 61

Jesse Pearl, 61, 135

Jessie, 136

Nona M., 138

Orta Leo, 61, 137

Orta Nolan, 138

Pauline B., 138

Ruth, 136

Unknown, 136, 138

MOORE/DAVIS

Joan Kay, 147

MORRIS

Flora E., 136

MORRISON

Oliver "Pooch", 113

MORROW

Arthur C., 131

Earl O., 132

Frieda V., 132

Layton, 132

MORROW

Maxine, 132

Rolly L., 131

MORTIMER

Ella, 97

NEES

Unknown, 110

NELSON

Margery, 140

NETZINGER

Unknown, 118

NISWANDER

John E., 115

NOEL

Raymond F., 69

O'CONNELL

Bettie A., 153

PAGE

Vadie May, 138

PARRISH

Unknown, 109

PATE

Ernest C., 87

PERRY

Crawford Clay, 72

PETERS

Cyrus E., 59

Edward Harrison, 59

PEYTON

Eugene H., 78

Fred Harvey, 76

Mary Hazel, 77

POND

Margaret, 45

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POTTER

Max E., 142

PRICE

Blanch E., 128

RANDALL

Murza M., 148

REINHOLD

Elmer F., 68

ROBERTSON

Yvonne Irene, 98

RODGERS

Icel C., 51

RUNYON

Eliza Marie, 40

George W., 40

RUTAN

Allen Lloyd, 70, 142

Arlene, 141

Carl McKinley, 71, 147

Dale, 153

Dan, 154

Donald Wayne, 151

Dorothy M., 141

Frances M., 141

Frederick Harrison "Fred", 70, 140

Helen L., 143

Howard Davis, 74, 151

Howard J., 148

Imogene E., 141

Jennie Pauline, 71, 149

John Henry, 69

John R., 148

Joseph E., 73

Katherine Ann, 142

Kenneth Leroy, 71, 146

RUTAN

Laura Mae "May", 71

Lawrence R., 143

Lee Allen, 147

Mabel A., 73

Robert A., 145

Ronald E., 142

Thurman Robert, 147

Vern E., 147

SADLER

Alvin, 18

Jane Elizabeth, 12

William, 12, 17

William J., 17

SALLADAY

John Baird, 75

Unknown, 75

SALTZMAN

Unknown, 153

SAWVAL

Richard Don, 134

SAWVEL

Fay, 134

Ferne, 134

Floyd, 133

Frank E., 132

Lester V., 133

Mildred, 134

Pearl, 133

Raymond, 134

Robert, 134

Vada, 133

Warren, 134

Wilda, 133

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SCALES

Arden L., 64

Robert Henry, 63

Robert Morrison, 63

SCERING

Ora Joseph, 128

SEARS

Madaline Mary, 104

SEWELL

John D., 6

Rebecca, 6

SLOVER

Cynthia Kathrine, 135

Leo Valentine, 137

Lillian Beatrice, 137

Wesley Gilbreth, 136

SMITH

Unknown, 141

SPENCER

Richard Homer, 126

STANTON

Winnie R., 89

STEARNS

Alvin, 8

Blanche, 31, 78

Calvin, 16

Chauncey C., 19

Ersom, 12

Eveline, 17, 55

Harvey, 8, 16

Lawson, 12, 31

Levi B., 19

Lottie, 31

Luther, 19

Mary F., 20, 57

STEARNS

Rena, 31, 76

Rosella Jane, 12, 33

Unknown, 32

STEFFEY

Lula Frances, 146

STEGMULLER

Dorothy Jenny "Dot", 97

STEGMÜLLER

Wilhelm "William", 97

STRONG

Retta, 28

TAYLOR

Harriet, 116

Harry W., 144

THOMPSON

Mary Belle "Molly", 126

Unknown, 138, 142

TIBBETTS

Nellie, 92

TRUMAN

Fannie Ople, 129

VEASON

Herbert E., 90

VONBEHREN

Unknown, 109

WALSH

Herman C., 55

WARDEN

William Isaac Thomas, 137

WATKINS

Alice Eliza, 137

WATSON

William R. "Bill", 103

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WHITE

E. L. (Rev.), 47

WILLIAMS

Anna Carrie, 143

WILLIAMSON

Unknown, 100

WILSON

Addison Hiram, 21

Anna Bell, 99

Cary Lee, 93, 99

Lena, 93

William, 21

WOODARD

Myrtle, 38

YULE

Gailord W., 121

Location Index Page 173


Adell Township, Sheridan Co., Kansas, 88

Alabama, 63, 102

Allerton, Champaign Co., Illinois, 46, 47, 48, 104, 106, 107, 108, 109, 113

Almont, Lapeer Co., Michigan, 107

Amboy, Lee Co., Illinois, 148

Angleton, Brazoria Co., Texas, 135

Angola, Steuben Co., Indiana, 55

Appanoose Co., Iowa, 61

Arch Cape, Clatsop Co., Oregon, 88, 90

Arkansas, 100, 124, 125, 129, 137, 138

Astoria, Clatsop Co., Oregon, 89

at Burnham City Hospital, 81

at Cole Hospital, 38, 80

Atlanta, Fulton Co., Georgia, 34, 79, 80, 140

Avilla, Noble Co., Indiana (Sacred Heart Home), 53

Ayers Township, Champaign Co., Illinois, 110

Balch Springs, Dallas Co., Texas, 100

Banner Township, Effingham Co., Illinois, 106, 107

Barnard, Nodaway Co., Missouri, 106

Barstow, San Bernardino Co., California, 141

Bay Pines, Pinellas Co., Florida (Bay Pines National Cemetery), 75

Bedford, Taylor Co., Iowa, 23, 61, 135

Bell Gardens, Los Angeles Co., California, 95

Berlin Heights. Erie Co., Ohio, 72

Bexar Co., Texas, 65, 139, 140

Bexar Co., Texas (North Mission Burial Park), 24, 64

Bismarck, Vermilion Co., Illinois, 146

Blansett Township, Scott Co., Arkansas, 136, 137

Bloomington, McLean Co., Illinois, 149

Bonanza, Sebastian Co., Arkansas, 93

Bonham, Fannin Co., Texas, 96

Brazoria Co., Texas, 21

Broadlands, Champaign Co., Illinois, 142

Bryan, Brazos Co., Texas (Steep Hollow Cemetery), 64

Bryan, Texas, 24, 62



Buffalo, Putnam Co., Virginia (now West Virginia), 45

Butler Home Town Cemetery, 55

Butte Co., California, 61, 137, 138

California, 99, 141

Camas, Clark Co., Washington, 88, 89, 90, 95

Cape Coral, Lee Co., Florida, 150

Carleton, Monroe Co., Michigan, 120

Carlsbad, Eddy Co., New Mexico, 102, 103

Carlsbad, Eddy Co., New Mexico (Lakeview Christian Home), 102

Carlsbad, Eddy Co., New Mexico (Sunset Gardens Memorial Park), 44, 100, 101, 102

Catlin Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois, 38, 39, 40, 87, 116

Catlin Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Mt. Vernon Cemetery), 7, 20, 21

Catlin Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Oakridge Cemetery), 13, 39, 40, 50, 86, 87, 115, 147

Catlin, Vermilion Co., Illinois, 86, 87, 88, 116

Centralia, Marion Co., Illinois, 144

Cerro Gordo, Piatt Co., Illinois (Cerro Gordo Cemetery), 86

Champaign Co., Illinois, 19, 36, 50, 57, 68, 69, 130, 141, 151

Champaign Co., Illinois (Champaign County Nursing Home), 73

Champaign Co., Illinois (County Hospital), 76

Champaign Co., Illinois (Friends Church Cemetery), 58, 130, 131

Champaign Co., Illinois (Manor Nursing Home), 32

Champaign Co., Illinois (Robbins Cemetery), 60

Champaign, Champaign Co., Illinois, 25, 26, 27, 29, 30, 31, 32, 65, 67, 68, 74, 75, 84, 148

Champaign, Champaign Co., Illinois (Burnham City Hospital), 36, 70, 72, 142

Champaign, Champaign Co., Illinois (Family Tree Nursing Home), 72

Champaign, Champaign Co., Illinois (Roselawn Cemetery), 68

Chicago, Cook Co., Illinois, 19, 56, 65, 66, 73, 78, 115, 121, 122, 123, 139

Chicago, Cook Co., Illinois (Mount Auburn Cemetery), 66

Chrisman, Edgar Co., Illinois (Pleasant Meadows Christian Village), 39, 83

Cincinnati, Hamilton Co., Ohio, 97

Cincinnati, Hamilton Co., Ohio (Good Samaritan Hospital), 97

Clackamas Co., Oregon, 77

Clark Co., Kentucky (Guerrant Clinic), 41, 91

Clark Co., Nevada, 147

Clark Co., Washington, 88



Clarksburg Township., Shelby Co., Illinois, 110, 111

Clarkston, Asotin Co., Washington, 100

Clatsop Co., Oregon, 90

Clear Creek Township, Huntington Co., Indiana, 50

Clinton Co., Ohio, 6, 7, 8, 12, 16, 19

Clio, Genesee Co., Michigan (Flint Memorial Park), 111

Coalgate, Coal Co., Oklahoma, 93, 94

Coalgate, Coal Co., Oklahoma (Cairo Cemetery), 94

Coalgate, Coal Co., Oklahoma (Coalgate Cemetery), 43, 93

Coalgate, Coal Co., Oklahoma (Hurley Manor), 93

Coesse, Whitley Co., Indiana, 117

Colorado, 99, 132

Columbia City, Whitley Co., Indiana, 51

Columbia City, Whitley Co., Indiana (Nolt Cemetery), 14, 50, 51, 53, 54, 118, 119, 120

Columbus, Franklin Co., Ohio, 86

Commerce, Los Angeles Co., California (Park Lawn Cemetery), 43, 95, 98

Coos Bay, Coos Co., Oregon, 137

Coos Co, Oregon, 137

Covington, Fountain Co., Indiana, 114

Crawford Township, Washington Co., Iowa, 134

Crawfordsville, Crittenden Co., Arkansas, 124

Cripple Creek, Teller Co., Colorado, 70, 140

Crittenden Co., Arkansas, 124

Dallas Co., Texas, 139

Dallas, Dallas Co., Texas, 65, 100, 139

Danvers, McLean Co., Illinois, 149

Danville Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois, 123, 142

Danville Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Atherton Cemetery), 79

Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois, 38, 40, 51, 56, 74, 75, 76, 78, 79, 80, 86, 87, 91, 115, 120, 121, 126,

140, 141, 142, 145, 147

Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Danville National Cemetery), 79, 147

Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Danville Veterans Affairs Medical Center), 145

Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Lake View Hospital), 14, 38

Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Spring Hill Cemetery), 80, 115, 142

Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois (St. Elizabeth Hospital), 71, 147



Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Sunset Cemetery), 147

Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois (United Samaritans Medical Center - Logan Campus), 145

Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Vermilion Manor Nursing Home), 38

Deadwood, Lawrence Co., South Dalota, 137

Decatur, Macon Co., Illinois, 44, 92, 104

Delphi, Carroll Co., Indiana, 129

Detroit, Wayne Co., Michigan, 107, 108

Dixon, Lee Co., Illinois, 63

Dora Township, Moultrie Co., Illinois, 113

Dora, Coos Co., Oregon, 137

Drakesville Township, Davis Co., Iowa (Drakesville Cemetery), 132, 133, 134

Earle, Crittenden Co., Arkansas, 124

east of Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois, 26, 65

Effingham, Effingham Co., Illinois, 47, 48, 110, 113, 114

Effingham, Effingham Co., Illinois (St. Anthony Hospital), 112

El Dorado, Butler Co., Kansas, 138

Eldon, Wapello Co., Iowa, 131, 132

Eldon, Wapello Co., Iowa (Eldon Cemetery), 131, 132

Elmhurst, DuPage Co., Illinois (Elmhurst Hospital), 29

England, 87

Eureka, Humboldt Co., California, 151

Eureka, Woodford Co., Illinois, 126

Everett, Snohomish Co., Washington, 61

Fairfield, Jefferson Co., Iowa, 57, 58, 60, 130, 133

Fairfield, Jefferson Co., Iowa (Evergreen Cemetery), 20, 57

Fairmount, Vermilion Co., Illinois, 12, 32, 33, 34, 36, 37, 38, 50, 65, 66, 79, 80, 83, 84, 85, 115, 116,

125, 126

Fairmount, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Fairmount Cemetery), 26, 65

Fithian, Vermilion Co., Illinois, 18, 25, 41, 43, 70, 71, 72, 73, 88, 91, 92, 99, 142, 143, 146, 147, 149

Flint, Genesee Co., Michigan (McLaren Regional Medical Center), 111

Fond Du Lac, Fond Du Lac Co., Wisconsin, 122

Fort Leavenworth, Leavenworth Co., Kansas, 62

Fort Wayne, Allen Co., Indiana, 52, 55, 116

Fort Wayne, Allen Co., Indiana (Parkview Hospital), 54

Fountain Co., Indiana, 87



Fox River Township, Davis Co., Iowa, 133

Freeport, Brazoria Co., Texas, 135

French Lick, Orange Co., Indiana, 113

Fulton Co., Georgia, 140

Galveston Co., Texas, 64

Galveston, Galveston Co., Texas, 23, 62, 63, 65

Garber, Garfield Co., Oklahoma, 22, 61

Georgetown, Vermilion Co., Illinois, 143

Glen Ellyn, DuPage Co., Illinois, 86

Gravity, Taylor Co., Iowa, 24, 62, 64

Gravity, Taylor Co., Iowa (Ladoga Cemetery), 7, 21, 22, 23

Gridley, Butte Co., California, 137

Hartford, Warren Co., Iowa, 115

Hawthorne, Los Angeles Co., California, 90

Heflin, Cleburne Co., Alabama, 101

Henderson, Henderson Co., Kentucky, 35

Henry Co., Iowa, 23

Hinsdale, DuPage Co., Illinois, 81, 82

Hobbs, Lea Co., New Mexico, 103

Holland Township, Shelby Co., Illinois, 108, 109

Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 18, 21, 22, 23, 27, 28, 31, 34, 37, 40, 44, 48, 50,

51, 52, 56, 61, 69, 71, 73, 74, 75, 76, 77, 78, 80, 83, 86, 92, 100, 125, 126, 127, 142, 144, 145,

149, 150, 151

Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois (Homer G.A.R.), 19, 28, 31, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 71, 72, 76, 77, 78,

80, 81, 126, 145, 147, 148, 149

Hon Township, Scott Co., Arkansas, 61, 135, 137, 138

Hoopeston, Vermilion Co., Illinois, 28, 34, 35, 79

Houston, Harris Co., Texas, 64

Houston, Harris Co., TX (Methodist Hospital), 64

Humboldt Co., California, 153

Huntington Co., Indiana, 52, 54, 118

Huntington Township, Huntington Co., Indiana, 52

Huntington, Huntington Co., Indiana, 51, 52, 53, 54

Huron, Erie Co., Ohio, 71

Idaho, 46



Illinois, 7, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 21, 23, 24, 25, 27, 29, 31, 33, 34, 35, 36, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 45, 46,

47, 48, 49, 50, 51, 52, 53, 56, 58, 60, 61, 62, 63, 65, 66, 69, 77, 79, 80, 81, 82, 83, 85, 86, 87, 92,

93, 95, 104, 105, 107, 108, 109, 110, 112, 113, 115, 116, 121, 123, 124, 125, 126, 127, 129, 130,

131, 132, 139, 140, 141, 142, 143, 145, 147, 148, 150, 151

Illinois (Vermilion Nursing Home), 84

Indiana, 21, 25, 32, 52, 53, 55, 78, 116, 117, 127, 128, 129, 130, 138, 141, 148

Indianapolis, Marion Co., Indiana, 31, 76, 77, 78, 79, 127, 128

Iowa, 23, 61, 62, 64, 68, 131, 132, 133, 134, 135, 141

Jackson Township, Crittenden Co., Arkansas, 56, 124

Jackson Township, Nodaway Co., Missouri, 105

Jackson Township, White Co., Indiana, 127, 128, 129, 130

Jamaica Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois, 35

Jefferson Co., Iowa, 133

Jimison, Alabama, 102

Joplin, Jasper Co., Missouri, 136

Kansas, 62, 104, 138, 139

Kansas City, Jackson Co., Kansas, 139, 140

Kansas City, Jackson Co., Kansas (Second Presbyterian Church), 140

Kansas City, Jackson Co., Missouri, 26, 65, 139

Kendallville, Noble Co., Indiana, 52, 117, 118

Kendallville, Noble Co., Indiana (Kendallville Nursing Home), 55

Kendallville, Noble Co., Indiana (Lake View Cemetery), 52, 53, 117

Kentucky, 17, 91, 92

King Co., Washington, 136

Kingman, Mohave Co., Arizona, 102

Kiowa Township., Pittsburg Co., Oklahoma, 40, 42, 43, 44, 99, 102

Kiowa, Pittsburg Co., Oklahoma, 44, 95, 97

La Plata Township, Macon Co., Missouri, 26, 67, 68

Ladysmith, Rusk Co., Wisconsin, 118

Lagrange Co., Indiana, 14, 50, 55, 116, 117

Lamar, Barton Co., Missouri, 96

Lansing, Ingham Co., Michigan, 111

Las Vegas, Clark Co., Nevada, 90, 113

Lavonia, Indiana, 29

Legal, Harnett Co., North Carolina, 138



Lewiston, Nez Perce Co., Idaho, 99

Lewiston, Washington, 100

Lick Creek Township, Van Buren Co., Iowa, 58, 60, 131, 132

Lincoln Township, Garfield Co., Oklahoma, 138

Lincoln, Washington Co., Arkansas, 96

Linvill Memorial Hospital, 53

Locust Hill, Knox Co., Missouri, 67

Logansport, Cass Co., Indiana, 127

London, England, 149

Long Beach, Pacific Co., Washington, 89

Longview, Champaign Co., Illinois, 145

Los Angeles Co., California, 90, 95, 99

Los Angeles, California, 44, 99, 104, 143

Los Angeles, Los Angeles Co., California, 44, 104

Louisburg, Miami Co., Kansas, 7, 21, 22, 61

Louisburg, Miami Co., Kansas (Louisburg Cemetery), 22, 23, 24, 61, 62

Louisiana, 32

Louisville, Jefferson Co., Kentucky, 53, 78

Maricopa Co., Arizona (East Resthaven Cemetery), 69

Maroa, Macon Co., Illinois, 86

Mattoon, Coles Co., Illinois, 113

Mayview, Champaign Co., Illinois, 59

Mayview, Champaign Co., Illinois (Mt. Olive Cemetery), 59

McAlester, Pittsburg Co., Oklahoma, 43, 93, 99, 101

McAlester, Pittsburg Co., Oklahoma (Oak Hill Cemetery), 13, 40, 42, 43, 99

McClusky, Sheridan Co., North Dakota, 119

McGee Valley, Oklahoma Indian Territory, 43

Mena, Polk Co., Arkansas, 136

Michigan, 48

Middle Creek Township, Miami Co., Kansas, 21, 22, 23, 62

Milwaukee, Milwaukee Co., Wisconsin, 121, 122

Mishawaka, St. Joseph Co., Indiana, 129, 130

Mississippi, 44

Missouri, 23, 62, 63, 67, 105, 106, 112, 123, 124, 137, 142

Mode, Shelby Co., Illinois, 110, 111, 112, 113



Monroeville, Allen Co., Indiana, 117

Montebello, Los Angeles Co., California, 44, 104

Moore, Cleveland Co., Oklahoma, 94

Morris, Okmulgee Co., Oklahoma, 135

Mountain Home, Elmore Co., Idaho, 48

Mt. Healthy, Hamilton Co., Ohio, 97

Mt. Healthy, Hamilton Co., Ohio (Provident Hospital), 96

Mt. Healthy, Hamilton Co., Ohio (St. Mary's Cemetery), 96, 97

Mt. Pleasant, Henry Co., Iowa, 111

Mt. Vernon, Skagit Co., Washington, 153

Muncie, Vermilion Co., Illinois, 79

Muncie, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Stearns Cemetery), 24

Murfreesboro, Rutherford Co., Tennessee, 111

Musselshell Co., Montana, 48

near Fairmount, Vermilion Co., Illinois, 38, 69, 129

near Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois, 13, 26, 28, 29, 35, 67, 69, 74, 128, 144

near Indianola, Vermilion Co., Illinois, 37

near Ogden, Champaign Co., Illinois, 28

near Richmond, Richmond Co., Virginia, 12

near Springfield, Sangamon Co., Illinois, 76

near Woodland, Yolo Co., California, 43

New Orleans, Orleans Parish, Louisiana, 64

Newell Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois, 146

Newton, Jasper Co., Iowa, 113

Normal, McLean Co., Illinois, 81

North Fond du Lac, Fond du Lac Co., Wisconsin, 121, 122

North Homer Township, Champaign Co., Illinois, 58

northeast of Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois, 70, 140

Oak Brook, DuPage Co., Illinois (Bronswood Cemetery), 81

Oakwood Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois, 18, 56, 71, 120, 128, 146, 147

Oakwood, Vermilion Co., Illinois, 148

Oakwood, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Oakwood Cemetery), 24, 71, 146

Oconomowoc, Waukesha Co., Wisconsin, 122

Ogden Township, Champaign Co., Illinois, 58, 60, 134

Ogden, Champaign Co., Illinois, 59, 60



Ohio, 12, 17, 19, 24, 25, 31, 33, 66, 71

Oklahoma, 90, 94, 98, 101, 104

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Co., Oklahoma, 61, 94

Oklahoma Indian Territory, 61, 62, 138

Old Homer, Champaign Co., Illinois (Old Homer Cemetery), 7, 18, 32

Oliver, Scott Co., Arkansas, 136

Orange Co., California, 104

Oregon, 88

Ottumwa, Wapello Co., Iowa, 134, 135

Pacific Co., Washington, 90

Paris, Edgar Co., Illinois, 37

Pawpaw Township, Wabash Co., Indiana, 50

Peadmont, Meade Co., South Dakota, 61, 137

Pennsylvania, 45, 70, 115, 140

Perry Co., Kentucky, 91

Philippine Islands, 107

Philo Township, Champaign Co., Illinois, 147

Pico Rivera, Los Angeles Co., California, 43, 95

Pine Bluff, Jefferson Co., Arkansas, 46

Pinellas Co., Florida, 75

Pittsburg Co., Oklahoma, 43

Pittsburg, Pittsburg Co., Oklahoma, 13, 40, 42, 93, 95, 96, 97, 99, 100, 102, 104

Pittsburgh, Allegheny Co., Pennsylvania, 139

Pleasant Valley, Logan Co., Oklahoma, 44, 104

Pleasanton, Decatur Co., Iowa, 24, 61

Powell Co., Kentucky, 91, 92

Prairie Township, Shelby Co., Illinois, 46, 106, 107, 109, 110

probably Clinton Co., Ohio, 7, 17, 18

probably Jefferson Co., Iowa, 20, 57

probably Locust Hill, Knox Co., Missouri, 67

probably Vermilion Co., Illinois, 7

Proviso Township, Cook Co., Illinois, 66

Pulaski Co., Indiana, 22

Quincy, Adams Co., Illinois (Soldier's House), 56

Quitman, Clarke Co., Mississippi, 63



Rapid City, Pennington Co., South Dakota, 61, 136

Ravenwood, Nodaway Co., Missouri, 46, 104

Rison, Cleveland Co., Arkansas, 46

Riverside Township, Adams Co., Illinois, 56

Ross Co., Ohio, 21

Rossville, Vermilion Co., Illinois, 147

Ruth Wilson Manor, 93

Salisbury, Chariton Co., Missouri, 31, 78

San Antonio, Bexar Co., Texas, 63, 64

San Antonio, Bexar Co., Texas (Sunset Memorial Park), 24, 62, 63

San Antonio, Bexar Co., Texas (Woodlawn Hills Nursing Home), 24, 64

San Bernardino Co., California, 99, 143

San Diego Co., California (Mt. Hope Cemetery), 126

San Diego, San Diego Co., California (Mercy Hospital), 126

San Francisco, San Francisco Co., California, 68

San Jose, Santa Clara Co., California, 137

Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz Co., California, 154

Sarasota, Sarasota Co., Florida, 111

Savoy, Champaign Co., Illinois (Champaign Convalescent Home), 34, 143

Scotland, 120, 121

Seattle, King Co., Washington, 61, 135

Sedgewick Co., Kansas, 137

Shawnee Mission, Johnson Co., Kansas (Shawnee Mission Medical Center), 62

Shelby Co., Illinois, 107

Shelby Co., Indiana, 22

Shelbyville, Shelby Co., Illinois, 106, 109, 110

Sidell Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois, 149

Sidney Township, Champaign Co., Illinois, 84

Slade, Powell Co., Kentucky, 92

Smith Co., Virginia, 146

Snohomish Co., Washington, 138

South Bend, Saint Joseph Co., Indiana, 38

South Carolina, 5

South Dakota, 135, 136, 137

South Homer Township., Champaign Co., Illinois, 13, 19, 39, 47, 57, 110, 125, 126, 127, 150



South Milford, Lagrange Co., Indiana, 117, 118

South Milford, Lagrange Co., Indiana (South Milford Cemetery), 117

Spencer, Illinois, 88

Spencer, Ohio, 72

Spencer, Owen Co., Indiana, 40

Springfield, Sangamon Co., Illinois, 92, 141, 143

St. Joseph Township, Champaign Co., Illinois, 59

St. Joseph, Champaign Co., Illinois, 130

St. Louis, Missouri, 140

St. Petersburg, Pinellas Co., Florida, 29, 74, 82

Stanton, Powell Co., Kentucky, 91

Stanton, Powell Co., Kentucky (Stanton Cemetery), 41, 91, 92

Stewardson, Shelby Co., Illinois, 13, 45, 46, 47, 48, 106, 107, 108, 110, 113

Stewardson, Shelby Co., Illinois (Stewardson Cemetery), 13, 45, 46, 47, 106, 109, 112, 114

Stringtown Township, Atoka Co., Oklahoma, 40

Stringtown, Atoka Co., Oklahoma (Indian Territory), 42

Sugar Loaf Township, Sebastian Co., Arkansas, 61, 135

Sunnyside, Yakima Co., Washington, 96, 97, 98

Sunnyside, Yakima Co., Washington (Sunnyside Cemetery), 95, 97

Sunnyside, Yakima Co., Washington (Sunnyside Community Hospital), 95, 97

Sutter Co., California, 138

Talmage, Mendocino Co., California, 137

Tarrant Co., Texas, 61, 138

Tecumseh, Pottawatomie Co., Oklahoma, 137

Telephone, Fannin Co., Texas, 95

Tennessee (Centennial Medical Center), 92

Terre Haute, Vigo Co., Indiana, 78

Texas, 63, 64, 65, 96, 136, 139

the Korean Conflict, 151

Thorntown, Boone Co., Indiana, 127, 128

Trout, La Salle Parish, Louisiana, 100

Troy, Rensselaer Co., New York, 139

Tuscola, Douglas Co., Illinois, 74, 151

Twin Falls, Twin Falls Co., Idaho, 46

Ukiah, Mendocino Co., California, 61, 136, 137



Union Township, Whitley Co., Indiana, 51, 53

University City, St. Louis Co. Missouri, 112

Urbana Township, Champaign Co., Illinois (Woodlawn Cemetery), 29, 67, 68

Urbana, Champaign Co., Illinois, 126

Urbana, Champaign Co., Illinois (Americana Nursing Center), 148

Urbana, Champaign Co., Illinois (Champaign County Nursing Home), 71, 149

Urbana, Champaign Co., Illinois (Mercy Hospital), 67

Urbana, Champaign Co., Illinois (Provena Covenant Medical Center), 143

Van Wert Co., Ohio, 55, 116

Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois, 5, 6, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 16, 18, 21, 24, 25, 32, 33, 34, 35,

36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 45, 48, 50, 55, 70, 75, 79, 81, 83, 105, 125, 126, 128, 140, 142, 143, 146, 147,

150

Vance Township, Vermilion Co., Illinois (Davis Cemetery), 5, 6, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 16, 24, 25, 27, 31,

32, 33, 35, 37, 39, 48, 49, 50, 56, 69, 70, 72, 73, 83, 84, 85, 115, 125, 126, 127, 142, 143, 144

Vancouver, Clark Co., Washington (Evergreen Memorial Gardens), 89

Ventura Co., California, 104

Vermilion Co., Illinois, 5, 6, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 19, 20, 21, 24, 25, 31, 33, 39, 45, 49, 55,

56, 57, 66, 79, 115, 125, 126, 127, 128, 129, 146

Vermilion Co., Illinois (Bodkin Cemetery), 17, 18

Vermilion Co., Illinois (bride's house), 69

Vermilion Co., Illinois (Gundy Cemetery), 147

Vermont, 46

Vernon Township, Clinton Co., Ohio, 5

Virginia, 6, 8, 18, 39, 45, 49, 115

Visalia, Tulare Co., California, 136

Waldron, Scott Co., Arkansas, 135

Walnut Township, Appanoose Co., Iowa, 133

Walnut Township, Butler Co., Kansas, 61, 137, 138

Washington, 90, 136, 138

Washington Co., Oregon, 90, 138

Washington Township, Taylor Co., Iowa, 21, 23

Washington Township, Wapello Co., Iowa, 132

Washington, D. C., 120

Washington, Taylor Co., Iowa, 61

Waukesha Co., Wisconsin, 121, 122



Waukesha, Waukesha Co., Wisconsin, 56, 120, 121, 122, 123

Waukesha, Waukesha Co., Wisconsin (First Methodist Church), 123

Waukesha, Waukesha Co., Wisconsin (Prairie Home Cemetery), 123

Wayne Township, Allen Co., Indiana, 55, 116

Waynetown, Montgomery Co., Indiana, 51

Wea Township, Miami Co., Kansas, 62

Weir, Cherokee Co., Kansas, 137

Weldon, DeWitt Co., Illinois, 80

Weslaco, Hidalgo Co., Texas (John Knox Village Medical Center), 64

West Allis, Milwaukee Co., Wisconsin, 133, 134

West Salem, La Crosse Co., Wisconsin, 121

Wheaton, DuPage Co., Illinois, 29, 30

Wheeler, Tillamook Co., Oregon, 41, 88, 90

Whitley Co., Indiana (Whitley Co. Memorial Hospital), 54, 118, 119

Wilburton, Latimer Co., Oklahoma, 95, 96

Williams, Indian Territory, 93

Williams, Le Flore Co., Oklahoma, 99

Wilmington, Will Co., Illinois, 116

Windsor, Shelby Co., Illinois, 113

Windsor, Shelby Co., Illinois (Windsor Cemetery), 113

Wisconsin, 89, 120, 121, 122, 123

Woodland, Yolo Co., California (Woodland Cemetery), 43

WWI, 75

WWII, 112

Yuba Co., California, 138

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