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Obituaries were submitted by Judy Simpson unless otherwise noted.

SABIN, C. J. 

December 3, 1909
Clinton Register

C. J. SABIN, father of I. C. SABIN, formerly of Clinton, died at his home in Champaign Monday of heart trouble. He was born in New York in 1831 and came to Illinois in 1854, taking a position with the Illinois Central. He went into Galena on the first railroad train entering that city. On retiring from the road he engaged in the implement business in Champaign from 1858 to 1898, when he sold out and invested in the telephone business. He was alderman several terms and mayor of the city one term. He is survived by three sons and one daughter.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SACKETT, Samuel 

February 13, 1880

DEATH GATHERS THEM IN.

Samuel SACKETT, an old resident of this city, and the father of Messrs. A. M. and Reuben SACKETT, died at the home of his son-in-law, Mr. Baz. CAMPBELL, at Twin Springs, Kansas, on last Tuesday, at the advanced age of nearly eighty-three years. Father Sackett was born near Cincinnati on the first of September, 1797, and about fifty years ago came to Illinois to seek a home in the new West. Thirty years ago he came to Clinton and engaged in the drug business. In his younger days he had given some attention to the study of medicine, and this reading had given him a taste for the drug trade. For a time he was in partnership with Drs. GOODBRAKE and T. K. EDMISTON. Dr. Goodbrake sold to the other partners his interest, and then came the fire on the north side of the square, where now stands the Magill block, and swept away in a short time the savings of years. The drug store was insured, but Edmiston and Sackett never got a dollar as the company was worthless. Father Sackett was in debt and without a dollar, as the fire had consumed everything, when his son Alfred, who was in business at Galena, came to the rescue and paid off his father’s debts and helped him to a new start in life. Father Sackett then began business on his own account, and a few years after sold out and retired. Old age began to tell on Father Sackett and his wife, and four years ago or more they went to Kansas to live with their daughter, Mrs. Baz. Campbell, hoping that a change of climate would smooth their declining years. Three years ago, the 14th of last month, Mother Sackett died. Her aged partner tarried but a few years longer when he, too, passed from time into eternity. Father and Mother Sackett were members of the M. E. Church in this city, and in their early days were active workers for their Master. Mr. and Mrs. Reuben SACKETT left for Kansas on Tuesday evening to attend the funeral.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SADDLER, Harriet LEWIS 

February 7, 1908
Clinton Register

DIED AT JACKSONVILLE.

Mrs. Harriet SADDLER died at the Central Illinois hospital for the insane at Jacksonville Wednesday morning. Mrs. Saddler had been deranged for many years and eighteen months ago it was thought best to take her to an asylum and she was taken to the hospital at Jacksonville.

An inmate of the institution pushed her down last summer, dislocating her hip, from which she never recovered but gradually grew weaker.

Mrs. Saddler was born in Ohio in 1829, and married Nelson LEWIS, who died in Andersonville prison. In 1889 she became the wife of Thomas SADDLER, the family removing to this state. In 1897 her husband died and she had often expressed a wish that she might be buried by his side, and that her funeral be held from the Methodist church. These wishes were complied with, the funeral being held from that church this morning, and the weary pilgrim laid to rest beside her husband at the Walter's cemetery in Wilson township.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SAFFORD, Jane 

November 22, 1895

Mrs. Jane SAFFORD, of Harp township, was buried in the DeWitt cemetery on last Sunday. Mrs. Safford was an old and esteemed citizen. She will be greatly missed at the church and Sunday school, for in both she was a zealous worker. Although her life was spent in poverty and want, she never grumbled, but looked forward to the happy reunion when she should meet her husband and children who preceded her years ago. Rev. THRASHER delivered the funeral discourse to a large audience.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SAMUEL, Spencer 

May 14, 1886

Spencer SAMUEL, a young farmer who lived near Hallsville, died last Tuesday of consumption.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SAMUELS, Carter 

December 5, 1890

Carter SAMUELS, only child of Isaiah and Hattie SAMUELS, died Sunday, Nov. 30th, of diphtheria, aged six years, two months and some days. Mr. and Mrs. Samuels have the sympathy of the entire community in their bereavement. May God comfort them.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SAMUELS, Robert G. 

April 21, 1899

Robert G. SAMUELS was born in Franklin county, Ky., April 22, 1816. At the age of 12 years he with his parents moved to near Indianapolis, Ind., and on July 11, 1847, he was married to Miss Rachel GRINER, in Indianapolis, Ind., and they began housekeeping on a 160 acres of timber land. In October, 1851, he sold his land for $1,000, and started for DeWitt county. On Oct. 15, 1851, he drove through with his team and some cattle, his father having been out to this county and gone back to Indiana. He purchased 200 acres of land near where the Elm Grove church now stands, paying $6 per acre and kept adding to his landed possession until Nov. 6, 1882, then moved on to a small tract of land, inside of the village, where he resided at the time of his death, being 82 years, 11 months, 23 days old. In the fall of 1897, he and his wife united with the Christian church of this place under the preaching by Elder Thomas DUNCLESON of Brown county, Ill. He had lived a consistent Christian life. Two of his children preceded him to the better land beyond. He leaves to mourn his demise, his wife, one daughter, Mrs. E. L. HOFFMAN, of Waynesville, three [4 listed] sons, George W., of Springfield, Charlie W., Francis, and Oscar B., residing near the town; three brothers living, one at Hallsville, one at Bement, one at Boswell, Ind., besides a large list of relatives residing in the county. He had given all of his sons and daughter good farms and about two years ago he divided up all of his land with his children giving them deeds to it (so reported). It can be said of Uncle Giles, as he was called by all , that he was a kind and hospitable father to all of his children and ever ready to share with his children whenever in trouble or needed aid in any way.

It is said by those who called on him for aid or the necessaries of life, he had charity for all. On the farm he never wanted his hired men to work themselves or his horses out in rainy or stormy weather if it could possibly be avoided, as there were plenty of good days to work in, without exposure to man or beast. He never made but one bill in his life that was not settled and that was for a check he bought of a peddler on six months time after his marriage. That was never paid for the reason that the man never called for his money. He kept the money for the man, he wrote but could not find him, so he could not liquidate the debt. He was never sued for a debt or contract of any kind, and never sued but one person in all his dealings with his fellow men. He believed in the Golden Rule, to “do unto others as he wished others to do unto him.” In politics he was a Democrat of the Jackson kind, but believed in supporting men who were capable of filling the offices, and did not at all times stick to party lines in town and county offices—it was the men and not the party he voted for. He was a good financier and a wise counselor, and his timely counsel will be missed by many.

The funeral of the late R. G. Samuels, who died at his home in Wapella Friday, was held at that place Sunday afternoon. A large concourse of friends and relatives followed the remains to Clinton, where a large number of Clinton friends awaited the cortege to pay their last respects to one whom they had always known as a true friend. His honesty and fair dealing with his fellowmen had gained for deceased scores of friends throughout the county.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SAMUELS, Wilkin W. 

August 31, 1906
Clinton Register

PARALYSIS PROVES FATAL.
Clinton Man's Death the Result of an Accident About a Month Ago— Funeral Held Tuesday.

Wilkin W. SAMUELS died Sunday morning about 5 o'clock at his home on South Center street. Nearly four weeks ago he was driving on the track at the fairground and his horse ran, throwing him from the buggy. He fell on his head and shoulders, but his injury was not regarded serious. For several days he was very sore about his neck and shoulders, and about ten days before his death he was stricken with paralysis. His mind was not affected but he could not move his hands and feet but little, and there was only slight evidence of improvement. The fall had injured his spine and there was no relief.

Deceased was born near Hallsville, Sept. 19, 1854, and lived 52 years, 11 months and 7 days. Barnett township was his home until a few years ago, when he became a citizen of Clinton, and it had since been his home. February 23, 1898, he was married to Mrs. Tryphena WALKER, of Maroa, who survives him. He is also survived by his mother, Mrs. Elizabeth SAMUELS, of Clinton; Henry, of Pierre, S. D.; C. E. and Robert, of Clinton.

Funeral services were held at the home Tuesday at 3 o'clock, conducted by Rev. N. M. RIGG. Burial in Woodlawn cemetery.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SANDERSON, Leontine (WALLER) 

December 17, 1909
Clinton Register

Mrs. Leontine SANDERSON died Tuesday morning at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. A. GRAHAM of West Johnson street, being sick over two years. Leontine WALLER was born at Waynesville, Dec. 2, 1878, when two years of age her parents moved to Ottawa, Kansas, where she grew to womanhood. She was married to Carl SANDERSON, Dec. 18, 1899, and she and her husband, both being musicians, traveled about for several yeas with theatrical companies, making their home in Chicago. The husband died three years ago last March, but Mrs. Sanderson continued to reside in Chicago until her health began to fail. Two years ago she came to make her home with her mother, Mrs. W. A. Graham, who then resided at Waynesville. The family moved to Clinton two months ago. She is survived by her mother, 2 brothers, Clyde and Jule WALLER, of Chicago, and a sister, at home. The funeral was held at two o'clock Wednesday afternoon, the services conducted at the house by Rev. G. W. Flagge. Burial in the Woodlawn cemetery.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SANGER, A. J. 

June 12, 1891

Mr. A. J. SANGER, of Joliet, died on Sunday and was buried from his home on Monday. Mr. Sanger was the secretary of the Twentieth Regiment whose reunion occurred at Pontiac this week. It is a sad coincidence in the history of the regiment that since their last reunion the president, Dr. GOODBRAKE, of Clinton, and the secretary have both died.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SAPPINGTON, Dr. 

March 1892

Dr. SAPPINGTON died at noon to-day.

Submitted by Debbie Champion

SAPPINGTON, Martha 

September 9, 1887

Mrs. Martha SAPPINGTON, aged eighty-seven years and four days, died at her home in this city on last Monday. The old lady was born in Virginia on the 1st of September, 1800, and in an early day she came to Illinois and settled in Morgan county. Her husband was a soldier in the Mexican War, and the old lady drew a pension on account of his services. She lived in Clinton a number of years, but when she came here we were unable to learn. Mrs. Sappington was a remarkable old lady, and her early life was one of adventure. For sixty-six years she was a member of the Methodist Church, and it can be said that she was a devout Christian woman and lived the religion she professed. Her body was taken to Franklin, Morgan county, to be buried by the side of her husband.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SARGENT, Carrie 

October 7, 1881
The Clinton Register

Death of a Most Estimable Young Lady.

We are pained to have to chronicle the death of the young, especially such as have toiled and labored incessantly to qualify themselves for lives of honor and usefulness; when they are just ripening into manhood and womanhood, with all the bright future opening out before them with strong desires to live for humanity's sake, it seems a mystery, which frail mortals cannot fathom when the loved ones are taken away. Miss Carrie SARGENT, an exemplary and much beloved young lady of Clinton, a graduate of the class of 1880 of the Clinton High School, died on Wednesday morning at 3:30 o'clock, after a lingering illness of several weeks with consumption, at the age of 19 years. Her funeral yesterday afternoon was attended by many loving relatives and friends, Rev. G. W. HENNING officiating, after which the remains were consigned to the silent tomb. "Peace, be still."

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SARGENT, Samuel 

February 10, 1899

Dr. Samuel SARGENT, from 1874 to 1892 an active physician and surgeon of Logan county, died at his home, Wichita, Kas., Thursday, February 2d, at 5 p.m., of paralysis, aged 71 years, 8 months and 2 days.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SARGENT, Thomas Fletcher 

March 24, 1882

Died, March 22, 1882, at his home in Clinton, Thomas Fletcher SARGENT, aged forty-seven years. Mr. Sargent was born in Clermont county, Ohio; married in 1851 and move to Illinois in 1871. For two years past consumption has been preying upon him, and at last he fell its victim. He was a very modest, unobtrusive Christian gentleman—a member of the M. E. Church and of the I.O.O.F., by which order his funeral was conducted. He leaves a wife and one daughter. Mr. Sargent had insurance on his life in the Oddfellow’s association.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SAUNDERS, Florence (ROBINSON) 

June 15, 1888

Florence SAUNDERS, better known as Florence ROBINSON, died at the home of her uncle, Mr. R. W. ROBINSON, in this city last Thursday, aged 12 years, 8 months, 5 days, of consumption. The funeral services were held at the residence of Mr. Robinson, corner of Johnson and Monroe streets, Wednesday afternoon, and the remains were taken to Belleflower on Thursday morning for interment.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SAVAGE, W. G. 

February 22, 1878

W. G. Savage

Within sight of the Hanger homestead, W. G. SAVAGE also lay in the embrace of death. He died Saturday morning. Some weeks ago he was seized with an apoplectic shock, and although he rallied and was about for a few days afterward, yet it finally resulted in his death. Mr. Savage came to Clinton from Champaign county, Ohio, about thirty years ago. He brought with him some money, which he carefully invested. The increase in the value of property made him reasonably rich, and probably at the time of his death he was worth between thirty and forty thousand dollars. His habits were frugal and simple, hence it took but little to supply his wants. He was the owner of a number of tenement houses in this city, but it is doubtful if he ever received more than rent enough out of them to pay for the repairs and taxes. His tenants knew that he was kind-hearted, hence they imposed upon him. When asked why he allowed so-and-so to occupy one of his houses without paying rent, his reply would be, “Well, the poor fellow must have somewhere to stay, and I can’t turn him out.” He leaves a wife and an adopted daughter. The great pride of his life was that he paid his way and owed no man any thing.

(Frederick Hanger died Friday evening, and his obituary preceded this one.)

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SAWYERS, Martha (SPRAGUE) 

November 6, 1891

Mrs. Martha Shaw Sawyers

At the advanced age of nearly ninety-one years, Mrs. Martha Shaw SAWYERS died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Samuel WADE, on the 29th of October. She was born in Augusta, Maine, February 17, 1801, and lived there till she was twelve years old. Her parents moved to Massachusetts and later to Ohio, when she was married in the year 1832 to Reece SAWYERS. In 1834 they came to Clinton and settled on what is now known as the WEAVER farm, and a year later they went from here to Tazewell County, where Mr. Sawyer[s] died in 1869, when the old lady moved back to Clinton and made her home with her daughter. Mrs. Sawyers was the mother of seven children, five daughters and two sons, only four of whom are living. They are Mrs. Martha A. WADE, Mrs. Sarah A. STEPHENSON, Mrs. Ruth S. SACKETT, and Andrew A. SAWYERS. Mrs. Sawyers united with the M. E. Church in 1842 and remained a member of that denomination till 1863, when becoming dissatisfied with her Christian experience she united with the Christian Church and remained a faithful member till the end. She was a consistent Christian and died with the blessed hope of a blissful eternity.

Note: Her maiden name was SPRAGUE.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SAYLOR, Susan (KELLY) 

October 15, 1909
Clinton Register

DEATH AT WELDON.

Mrs. Susan SAYLOR, wife of W. H. SAYLOR, died at her home in Weldon Wednesday, aged 48, of cancer. Deceased was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thos. KELLY and was born near Havana, Ill., Aug. 29, 1861. She was married to W. H. Saylor in Clinton July 15, 1896, and had since lived at Weldon. She is survived by her husband and four children, all at home; also by two sisters, Mrs. Green CHANEY, of Lenox, Iowa, and Miss Anna KELLY, of Clinton, and 3 brothers, James, John and Joseph. Burial in Weldon cemetery at two o'clock today.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SCHENCK, Clara 

May 10, 1895

Mrs. Clara SCHENCK, of Texas township, died of cerebral apoplexy Saturday. Her husband had gone to Maroa about 7 P.M., and left his wife and children in good health. He returned home about 11 P.M., his hired man preceding him to the house. Knocking at the door, the hired man failed to receive a response from within. The husband opened the window and thus gained access to his wife's bedroom, where he found her sitting on the bed with her feet on the floor, her head reclining sidewise. He alarmed his brother-in-law on the same farm and they summoned Dr. MORGAN of Maroa, who declared death was caused instantly as recorded above. Coroner Cyrus JONES was summoned Sunday. The jury rendered a verdict in accordance with the above facts. Deceased was buried Tuesday. She leaves a husband and two young children.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SCHENCK, Lucy (MILLER) HAINES 

October 18, 1901
Clinton Register

DIED IN NEW MEXICO.

Wife of a Maroa Man Dies While They Were Alone in the Mountains—
His Lonely Vigil.

Last August Mr. and Mrs. Alma SCHENCK, of Maroa, went to Colorado for the latter's health. After remaining in that state a while, they were advised to travel in a wagon, camping out of nights. Two young men from Chicago, who were in poor health, traveling with them, having their own team. October 8, the young men got so far in advance of Mr. and Mrs. Schenck that they had not overtaken them when night came on. Arriving at a spring they camped for the night, thirty miles from Las Vegas, N. M., and at an altitude of about 7,000 feet. Mrs. Schenck had gained five pounds and the husband was much encouraged; but the altitude was too high for her in her weakened condition, and a short time after they had camped, she died suddenly of heart failure. It was dark and the young husband was there alone with the remains of his wife. The rough roads and the long distance between houses made it impossible for him to notify anybody, so he was compelled to remain in camp till morning. His sad vigil was made more lonely during the night by the appearance of wild cats and prairie wolves which came near the wagon and would probably have attacked him had it not been for his bull dog that growled fiercely when the wild animals approached near the wagon. The experience of Mr. Schenck that night was what perhaps none have experienced, alone with the lifeless body of his companion in a strange country, and no protection from threatened attacks of wild animals except his faithful dog.

Early next morning he started on the return trip to Las Vegas, which on account of the very rough roads was not reached until near evening, when a telegram was sent to her father at Maroa. The body was prepared for shipment, and Mr. Schenck started on his long journey home, arriving at Maroa at 2 o'clock Tuesday, a week after the death of his wife. Funeral services were held that afternoon.

Lucy Matilda MILLER was born Feb. 5, 1870, one mile south of Maroa, being the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. F. W. MILLER. In 1875 the family moved to Decatur, where she was married Sept. 6, 1889, to Wm. A. HAINES, son of O. P. HAINES, of Texas township. To them one son was born who is living. Her husband was killed April 17, 1892, while in the employ of the Wabash road, and Oct. 9, 1900, she was married to Alma Schenck. She was a member of the Presbyterian church several years.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SCHLAFKE, John 

January 22, 1892

Within eight days three of the old soldiers who served during the war in the One Hundred and Seventh Illinois have been finally mustered out. Captain GIDDINGS was buried one week ago last Sunday; on last Saturday Thomas GARDINER was buried, and on last Sunday John SCHLAFKE made the third.

After a brief illness, John Schlafke died at his home in this city on last Saturday, and on Sunday afternoon he was followed to the grave by Frank Lowry Post, G. A. R., of which he was a member, and by the Sons of Veterans. The funeral services were held at his home in the First Ward, and were conducted by the Rev. D. MacARTHUR. John Schlafke was a brave soldier and he was buried with the honors of war. A firing party was detailed as an escort to Woodlawn Cemetery, and after the beautiful and touching ritual service was read by Commander LEMON and Chaplain ARMSTRONG, the gun squad formed on each side of the grave and fired the farewell salute. Then Orrie HARRISON stepped to the head of the grave and sounded “Taps” on the bugle. A soldier’s funeral is simple and solemn.

John Schlafke was a native of Prussia, Germany, and was born on the 24th of December, 1830. He emigrated to this country in the year 1854, and four years later he came to this county. In August, 1862, he enlisted in Co. D, One Hundred and Seventh Illinois Infantry, and served till the 21st of June, 1865, when he was discharged at Salisbury, North Carolina. At the battle of Franklin a shell exploded over John Schlafke’s head, and as he advanced in years he felt the effects of the concussion more and more. After the war he married in Clinton and settled down to the peaceful pursuits of life. One daughter and wife are left to mourn for their loved one. For years John followed the avocation of farming, but he was finally compelled to quit it on account of the trouble in his head. He then bought a home in Clinton.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SCHOBY, Kenneth 

November 22, 1901
The Clinton Register

CALLED TO FINAL REST.
One of Texas Township's Best Citizens Dies from Cancer After Several months Affliction.

Kenneth SCHOBY died at his home in Texas township Thursday evening, Nov. 14, aged 68 years, 2 months and 27 days. In March 1900, a cancer developed on his lip which was successfully removed by Mrs. CAIN. Last spring another cancer developed on the lower part of the left side of his face. It was so near the jugular vein it was thought best to not try to remove it. Since then he gradually became worse, and it was known for several weeks that death would soon result.

Kenneth Schoby was born in Clark county, O., Aug. 17, 1833. Feb. 5, 1852, he was married to Maria M. BOWYER who survives him. To them eight children were born, two of whom died in infancy. Those living are Mrs. M. G. CADWALLADER, of Kenney; Edward, Frank and Mrs. Uriah JAMES, Rowell; Jackson, of Eagle Grove, Ia.; and John, of Kenney.

In 1856 the family came to Illinois, settling in Mason county, where they lived until 1870, when they moved to Texas township, this county, which had since been the home. He was the youngest of a family of ten children and the last to die. He had been married nearly fifty years; the fifth of next February would have been the golden anniversary of his marriage. In 1861 he united with the Christian church in Mason City.

Funeral services were held in the Texas church Saturday at 11 o'clock, conducted by Rev. E. A. GILLILAND. Interment in Texas cemetery.

Submitted by Bob Halsey

SCHWARK, Henry 

October 19, 1877
The Clinton Public

AT REST.

Henry SCHWARK died at the residence of Mr. Jacob ZIEGLER, in Texas township, last Sunday morning, after a brief illness. The deceased came to this county about one year ago, having been discharged from the United States army on account of physical debility. He was somewhat acquainted with the Ziegler family, having at one time worked for the elder Mr. ZIEGLER in McLean county. During the ten or fifteen years he was in the army, Henry Schwark had saved about $1500, and with this money he had bought a farming outfit and rented a farm from Dr. John WARNER. He was a hard worker and very industrious, and had he lived he would have been a valuable addition to our county.

The deceased was born in Doberan, Mechlenburgh-Schwerin, Germany, March 25, 1838, and at the time of his death was in his fortieth year. He came to this country when he was yet in his teens, and in September, 1861, enlisted as a volunteer in a Michigan regiment. At the end of his three years he re-enlisted in the Michigan Sharp-shooters, in which regiment he served till the close of the war. Then he came to McLean and worked for the elder Mr. Ziegler till 1870, when he again was seized with military ardor and enlisted in the Twenty-third Regular Infantry. Serving out his full time he re-enlisted for another five years, two only of which he served, for by an injury received he was incapacitated for further service. October 1, 1876, he was finally discharged, when he came to DeWitt county and settled down to the more peaceful life of a farmer. During all those years of military life Henry Schwark had passed through all the perils and dangers of a soldier’s calling; in the battle-fields of the South and in the frontiers fighting Indians he was ever in the face of danger. He was in the celebrated Modoc war which resulted in the capture of Captain Jack, and under the brave Custer had many an encounter with the Indians. The best years of his life were given to the defense of his adopted country. At his request the deceased was buried with military honors.

The funeral services took place at the M. E. Church Monday forenoon, conducted by Dr. GRAY and Rev. F. M. HAYES. A military escort, selected from the soldiers of this city, preceded the corpse to the graveyard to the solemn muffled tones of marshal music, and at the grave a farewell volley was fired by the escort. The funeral procession was very large. It was creditable to his neighbors and to the citizens of Clinton when we take into account the fact that the deceased was almost a stranger in this county. His business matters were all left in the hands of Mr. Jake Ziegler, and when his effects can be disposed of to advantage, the money is to be sent to Mr. Schwark’s parents in Germany. Quoting from the margin on his final discharge papers, Henry Schwark was “A good soldier, and excellent man.”

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SCOGIN, Martha Ann (Livingston) 

January 17, 1918
The Heyworth Natural Gas
Heyworth, Illinois

Martha Ann Livingston Scogin

Martha Ann Livingston was born in DeWitt County, Illinois near Soloman, March 16, 1849. She was married to Joseph K. Scogin February 15, 1866, who preceded her in death February 5, 1910. To this union was born eight sons, all living, and three daughters, two of whom died at the age of four months. She united with the Long Point Christian Church in 1860 and remained a devoted Christian to the end. Her membership was transferred to the Methodist church in February 1888. Her entire life was spent as a resident of DeWitt County, with the exception of two years just one mile over the line in McLean County.

As a devoted wife, loving mother, kind neighbor and sincere Christian, she could not be surpassed. For the last fifteen years she had lived in Wapella, Illinois, where after failing health and the decrepancies [sic] of age together with numerous attacks of sickness she answered the Master's call at her home in the presence of all her children, while the clock was striking six on the morning of January 7, 1918. Knowing the end was near, during the night before she died she called her children and gave final requests as to personal matters and in regard to her funeral. She was the grandmother of twenty-seven grandchildren, four of whom died in infancy. All of the remaining twenty-three, excepting the two youngest kissed her good bye the day before she passed away. Of her four brothers and five sisters, only two sisters remain to mourn her departure.

As we lay our mother to rest we feel we are standing on a mighty precipice, gazing into the fathomless abyss below, and wondering when the white sale [sic] of our own vessel will heave in sight. Funeral services were held in the Wapella Christian church, Wednesday, January 9, conducted by Rev. S. F. Spainhauer, formerly of Wapella, but now of Yale College, New Haven, Conn. The pallbearers were W. F. Stone, S. P. Deafley, P. J. Burke, John Greene, O. D. Short and Thos. Feaster. Interment was made in Sugar Grove cemetery.—P.A. Scogin

Submitted by Troy Semple

SCOTT, Ann 

September 19, 1884

Death of Mrs. Ann Scott.

An aged mother died in Clinton this morning who had lived in this world for nearly eighty-three years. She was the mother of Mrs. R. BUTLER, and has been a member of our household for nearly twenty years. For the past three or four weeks Mother SCOTT had been gradually declining in health, but it was only one week ago that she was first confined to her bed. For a woman of her years she was unusually bright and active. She was not unprepared, for her whole life had been devoted to the service of the Lord. Born of Quaker parents in Leeds, England, nearly eighty-three years ago the teachings of her younger days were a reverence for God and for the Bible. This made her life one of perpetual sunshine and happiness. Of afflictions she had her share. In the first years of her married life she had a severe attack of sickness, which left her almost totally deaf. More than thirty years ago her husband died, and since then she has been called to mourn the death of her two oldest daughters and one son. Mother Scott was a true Christian. She was a woman of remarkably kind disposition. On account of her deafness she was in a great measure debarred from the pleasures of conversation, and this made her a continual reader. Her greatest comfort was that she could read the Bible. Not a day of her life for the past forty years went by without she read and meditated on the teachings of the Bible. On account of her infirmity she could not attend church, as she could not hear a word that was spoken by strangers, yet for all that she has for nearly thirty years been a member of the Methodist Church. The grand old soul was this morning reunited with her husband and children who had preceded her to the better land. She passed peacefully away this morning, having in her last hours the care and attention of her two daughters. Her youngest daughter, Mrs. Walton, came from Canada three weeks ago to pay her mother and sister a visit. We loved her as a mother; we shall miss her in the family circle.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SCOTT, Catherine (BARTON) 

October 11, 1915

AGED RESIDENT DIES LEROY SUNDAY
Came to Illinois When Seven Years of Age

Mrs. William SCOTT, a well known resident of Heyworth, died at 4 o’clock Sunday morning at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Myrtle WALL, southeast of LeRoy. Death followed an illness of six weeks, with paralysis. The maiden name of the deceased was Miss Catherine BARTON. She was born at Thornton, Ind., on March 24, 1850, and came to Illinois when seven years of age with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. William BARTON. Practically her entire life has been spent near Heyworth. She is survived by her husband and the following children: Charles of Midland City; Jennie MORSEMAN, of Normal; Mrs. May MILLS, of Dodgson, Mont.; Mrs. Myrtle WALL, of LeRoy; William, of Heyworth; Mrs. Minnie HOFFMAN, of Moulton, Ia.; Mrs. Lulu KUTZMAN, of Paxton, and Albert, of Weddington, Ia. The funeral services will be held on Tuesday afternoon at 2 o’clock at the Rock Creek church near Heyworth.

Submitted by Lara Braley

SCOTT, Charles 

March 28, 1890

Mr. Charles SCOTT died at the residence of J. B. ROLOFSON on Monday night, and was buried at Heyworth on Tuesday. His disease was strangulated hernia.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SCOTT, Crafton 

Friday, January 12, 1900
Clinton Register
Clinton, Illinois

DR SCOTT PASSES AWAY.

Dropsy and Heart Failure the Cause.
A Veteran of the Civil War.

Dr. Crafton SCOTT died at his home, corner Delavan and Hamilton streets, at 4 o'clock Monday morning, of dropsy and heart failure, aged 74 years. He had been in failing health for some time. For many years he was a practitioner, but in late years he has been unable to follow his professional calling. He leaves a wife and two daughters in this city and a brother in Waynesville. His only income has been a pension of $30 per month and he appears to have been liberal with that for he contributed to the support of others besides himself and his wife. Funeral services were held at the home Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Interment was made under the auspices of the G. A. R., of which he was a member.—Lincoln Times.

Dr. Scott was a cousin of Mrs. R. H. BENNETT, of this city, and this county was his home many years. Several years ago he lived in Texas township, moving to Waynesville, where he lived until five years ago, when he moved to Lincoln.

Submitted by Sheryl Byrd

SCOTT, E. S. 

June 3, 1904

E. S. SCOTT died Sunday at his home in Nevada, Mo., of Brights disease, aged 63 years. Funeral services were held in that place Tuesday. Deceased formerly resided in DeWitt county, at one time being town clerk of Texas township, leaving here for Missouri in about 1870. He was a son-in-law of H. H. BEAL of Clinton. He lives surviving, his wife and six children.

Submitted by Lara Braley

SCOTT, George 

July 12, 1889

Death of a Former Resident of DeWitt County

On last Friday THE PUBLIC briefly referred to the death of George SCOTT, who was formerly a resident of Creek township but of late years was a citizen of Norfolk, Virginia. On the 23d of May last Mr. Scott left his family and home for a trip to Europe. He was then in the best of health and looked forward to an enjoyable trip. On the arrival of the steamer at Queenstown Mr. Scott was prostrated by sickness, but he managed to hold out till he reached Dublin, where he was taken to a hospital for treatment. Seven years ago last February Mr. Scott was badly injured by the cars at Lane station, and his sickness at Queenstown developed trouble from his old wounds, and on the 15th of June the surgeons in the hospital performed an operation that gave him some relief. His sickness destroyed all desire to continue his journey, and on the 29th of June he went to Liverpool to return home, and there he died. The American consul at Liverpool sent a cablegram to Mr. Scott’s family at Norfolk announcing the death. No further particulars were received at that time. The family sent an order for the return of his remains to Norfolk. It was a sad death; far from home and family.

Mr. Scott was born in Newark, New Jersey, on the 27th of March, 1839, which made him fifty years and three months old at the time of his death. The first nine years of his life was spent in and around New York city, when his parents moved to Cincinnati, where Mr. Scott learned the trade of stove molding. When he was about seventeen years old his parents moved to Morgan county, in this State, where he worked on a farm till the breaking out of the rebellion, when he enlisted in an infantry regiment. At the battle of Shiloh he was severely wounded, and after serving fifteen months in the army he was discharged with a record of total disability on account of wounds. Returning to Morgan county he again resumed work on the farm, and on the 28th of July, 1863, he was married to Phebe Jane TAYLOR. Nine children were the result of this union, four sons and five daughters. In October, 1868, he moved his family to DeWitt county and bought the George SMALLWOOD farm in Creek township, of which he was the owner for fourteen years.

George Scott was a careful, prudent farmer, and every year he added a little to his stock of wealth. Although Mr. Scott was a radical Republican and lived in a stronghold of Democracy the sensible men of Creek township admired his worth as a citizen and for several years he held local office, and one year filled the office of supervisor of that township. In 1882 he sold his farm and moved to Norfolk, Virginia, where he engaged in the dairy business, and later in the hardware business with his son-in-law, in all of which he was very successful. He made large profits in several real estate transactions, and just at the time when he was getting ready to live and take life easy tattoo sounded and his light went out. He leaves his family comfortably provided for. He was a member of the G. A. R. Post and of the Masonic fraternity in Norfolk.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SCOTT, James 

December 1, 1864

Another Soldier Gone.

The body of James SCOTT, late of the 20th Ill. Reg., was conveyed to his last resting place on Saturday last. A military escort accompanied him to the grave. He passed through the privations, toils and perils of the battlefield to be suddenly killed by a train of cars, at Wapella.

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SCOTT, James F. 

January 12, 1912
Clinton Daily Public

J. F. SCOTT DIES

James F. SCOTT, aged 55 years died at his home four miles northwest of Wapella Monday at 11:30 a.m., of Bright’s disease. He had been in poor health all summer and fall, and had been confined to the house for the past two months. Mr. Scott was united in marriage to Miss Mary BAKER of Heyworth in 1875. After six years the wife and companion was taken. Dec. 8, 1884, he was married to Miss Lethia BAKER, of Heyworth, and to this union were born seven children, five girls and two boys: Walter, Mrs. Myra DAVIS, Mrs. Mary DAVIS, of Waynesville; Kittie, Bessie, Jessie and Grace at home. He also leaves two sisters and two brothers; Mrs. Martha CISCO, Mrs. Nancy DeSPAIN, Charles of Wapella and Douglas of Oregon and his aged mother, Mrs. Sarah SCOTT. Mr. Scott united with the Christian church at Rock Creek when a young man, and remained true to his faith. Mr. Scott has been a prosperous farmer and had built a modern home of late. He was born near his late home in 1857.

Submitted by Lara Braley

SCOTT, Joseph W. 

October 4, 1895

Joseph W. SCOTT

Rev. J. S. COOK was driven overland from here by C. S. LAFFERTY to Long Point, Monday, where the reverend gentleman presided at 2:30 o'clock p.m. at the funeral of Joseph SCOTT, who died at that place Saturday night. Joseph Scott was a brother of George SCOTT, of Clinton, who attended the funeral services. Deceased had ill health for several years, and had tried the curative qualities of several health resorts in hopes of regaining his strength. All of his efforts were fruitless. When he returned from the Hot Springs, a few weeks ago, he gave up all hope of recovery and resigned himself to the inevitable.

Joseph W. Scott was born April 27, 1839, three miles east of Heyworth, on what is known as the Thomas Rutledge farm, and died September 28, 1895. He moved at the age of two years with his parents to the place where he died, and, with the exception of a few years, lived at that place all his life. He was married to Miss Emma PATTERSON March 19, 1868, who still survives him, and to this union were born eight children, four boys and four girls, five of whom are still living. He was a good companion and a kind father, and was well respected by all who knew him.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SCOTT, Margaret (LINLEY) 

January 31, 1908
Clinton Register

DEATH NEAR WAPELLA

Mrs. Margaret SCOTT, an old and respected resident of five and a half miles northwest of Wapella, died at 1 o'clock a.m., Tuesday. She was born July 22, 1818, in Kentucky. When 11 years old she, with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John LINLEY, came to Illinois and settled in McLean county. After her marriage she and her husband, Daniel SCOTT, went to housekeeping on the farm where she died. Mr. Scott died about 1901. She united with the Christian church when a young woman. She leaves one daughter, Mrs. William COX, residing in Long Point, and four sons, John and William, residing near the old home; Daniel K., at Waverly, Iowa; and Wilson, near Heyworth; also a number of grandchildren.

The funeral was held at the Rock Creek church Thursday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock, conducted by Rev. J. A. Finnell. Interment was in the cemetery near the church.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SCOTT, Sophia (QUINTEN) 

March 17, 1911
Clinton Daily Public

MRS. T. F. SCOTT DIES

Sophia SCOTT, wife of T. F. SCOTT, died at the family home three miles northwest of Wapella at 5:39 Wednesday evening. She was taken sick Sunday with peritonitis. Deceased was 47 years old and was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William QUINTEN. She was married to Mr. Scott Oct. 6, 1887. To this union were born eight children, Harry, John, William, Myrtle, Ethel, Ruth, Bernice, and Laura, all at home. She also leaves two sisters and one brother, Mrs. J.W. SMOOT, Mrs. William PERCIVAL and John QUINTEN, all residing near Heyworth. The funeral was held from the house today at 2 p.m., conducted by Rev. O.P. WRIGHT. Interment in the Rock Creek Cemetery.

Submitted by Lara Braley

SCOTT, William F. 

January 31, 1913
Clinton Register

William F. SCOTT, one of Leroy's well known residents expired suddenly Tuesday morning at his home in that city, before medical aid could be summoned. He complained of rheumatism in the middle of the night. His wife arose and endeavored to help him, but he stated that he thought he would be all right within a few minutes. Before she could administer to his needs or summon medical aid he passed from this life. Mr. Scott married Miss Mary F. LOWE on December 28, 1871, who with three children survive: Mrs. Ida B. McDOWELL, of Hoopeston; Mrs. Cora HUDDLESTON and Ora M. SCOTT, both of Leroy. There are also four sisters surviving: Mrs. George WEST, Mrs. George CLINE, Mrs. W. H. HOWARD and Mrs. Simeon CRUMBAUGH, all residing in or near Leroy. The deceased was well and favorably known and leaves a large number of friends who mourn his loss.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SEE, Barbara L. 

January 15, 1892

After Long Years of Suffering.

Death came as a blessed relief to Mrs. Barbara L. SEE last Wednesday morning, after seven long and weary years of suffering from cancer. Yet during all her pain she was one of the most cheery of souls and tried to look at the bright side of life. Mr. John SEE was transferred from Effingham to Clinton nearly nine years ago by the Western Union Telegraph Co., and was appointed superintendent of all the telegraph lines connected with the Illinois Central system that centered in Clinton. A year or so afterward the first indication of cancer developed in Mrs. See, and slowly and steadily the terrible disease ate into her system. No expense was spared by her husband in seeking the most learned medical advice, but without avail. Doctors may advertise remedies and promise to cure cancer, but we never heard of a single case that its progress was even stayed.

Mrs. See was born in Lancaster, Penn., April 19, 1839, and died Wednesday, January 13, 1892, at the age of fifty-two years, eight months and twenty five days. She was united in marriage to John R. See on the 14th of October, 1873. This afternoon her body will be interred in Woodlawn Cemetery.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SEELEY, Betsey 

January 18, 1884

Mrs. Betsey SEELEY, mother of Mrs. Samuel MAGILL, died in this city on Wednesday night. The old lady was in her eighty-eighth year, and till a few months past was blessed with excellent health. She was buried this afternoon in Woodlawn Cemetery.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SELLARS, Charles 

August 3, 1906

RAILROAD MAN KILLED

Charles SELLARS, night foreman at the central freight office was killed Wednesday night. A car was being switched in and he was on the ladder on the side of it. The track is near the freight house, and he leaned out to far, striking the corner of the building. He was thrown between the cars and run over. Both legs were crushed below the knees and was horribly bruised about the body. He was taken to the infirmary but nothing could be done for him. He died about 3 o'clock, about four hours after the accident. Deceased was born in Indiana Dec. 12, 1861, and was married to Miss Anna SHAFFER, Feb. 26, 1885 in Macon County, Ill. Four children were born to the union, who with their mother survive. They had lived in Clinton about 15 years and for eight years had been in the Central's employ. He was a modern woodsman and had a $3,000 policy.

SELLARS, Peter 

February 13, 1903
Clinton Register

KILLED BY CENTRAL TRAIN.
Former Resident of Clinton Received Injuries That Cause His Death in a Few Hours.

Peter SELLARS died about two o'clock this morning at his home in Decatur from injury received early yesterday morning. He accompanied his wife and daughter to the 5 o'clock train from Decatur; they were coming to this city to visit J. A. EDMISTON, Mrs. SELLAR's cousin, who is sick, and Mr. Sellars bid them good-bye a few minutes before the train started. After leaving them he started along the track north to his home. Being hard of hearing he did not hear the approaching train and was overtaken, one foot being cut off just above the ankle, the other foot badly mashed, besides other injuries. The train was stopped and the men passengers carried Mr. Sellars back to the depot. Mrs. Sellars and daughter remained on the train until the men were again in their seats and the train almost ready to start when Mrs. Sellars heard someone say it was Peter Sellars who was hurt. He was taken to his home and a doctor called; he said the other foot must be taken off and that he must first be taken to a hospital. As this was over a mile drive, he was too near dead to have the operation performed till afternoon.

Peter Sellars was about 70 years old and moved from Clinton to Sullivan a few years ago and from there to Decatur three years ago. While here he had enough property to keep his family so that he worked but little. Since then he had made deals that lost him most of his property and worked by the day. Besides his wife, a son and four daughters survive him, all living at home, except the son who is attending school in Lincoln.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

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SEMPLE, Rev. Alexander 

June 22, 1883

DEATH OF REV. ALEX. SEMPLE.

From the telegraphic dispatches in yesterday's dailies we learn that the Rev. Alexander SEMPLE died of paralysis, at his home in Moawequa [Shelby County], Ill. He was stricken with paralysis last Monday, from which he did not rally. Mr. Semple was pastor of the M. E. Church in this city twenty-six years ago, and remained here two years. At that time he was considered one of the brightest young men in the conference. After leaving here he filled some of the best appointments in the conference, and for four years filled the office of presiding elder on the Champaign district. Four years ago he was returned to the pastoral charge of the church here, and at the end of a year he was transferred to circuit work. Mr. Semple was an Irishman by birth, and had lived only a few years in this country when he joined the Illinois conference. He leaves a widow and three children. He was prudent in financial matters, so that he leaves his family comfortably provided for.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SENEFF, Mrs. Allen 

October 5, 1883

Mrs. Allen SENEFF died last Friday and was buried at the Chapel cemetery Saturday. The funeral sermon was preached by Rev. A. McCONKEY to a large and sympathizing congregation. Mrs. Seneff was a member of the M. E. church and highly respected and loved by all who knew her. She leaves a husband and seven children to mourn their loss.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SESSIONS, Ira 

February 6, 1891

Ira SESSIONS came to this county from Ohio in 1849, and for forty-two years was a resident in the vicinity of Waynesville. He had reached the ripe age of eighty-eight years when death called him last Friday afternoon. He was father of E. D. Sessions, the postmaster in Waynesville, and for years made his home with his son. Ira Sessions was a native of Vermont, but moved with his parents to Ohio in 1813. His life was spent on a farm and he was successful in accumulating sufficient property to provide for his old age.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SESSIONS, Mrs. Ira 

February 20, 1868

DIED.—In Waynesville, Feb. 6th, after a long and painful illness, Mrs. SESSIONS, relict of Ira Sessions, aged sixty-five years.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SESSIONS, Marcellus 

June 29, 1888

Marcellus SESSIONS was born in Vermont, but when a child his father came west to Ohio. More than forty years ago the Sessions family came to Clinton, before Marcellus had arrived at man’s estate, and in and near Clinton has been the home of the family since that time. Macellus Sessions owned a farm north of this city. In early life he was married to the daughter of Jacob LONG, who lived in the two-story frame house on East Main street, now occupied by Clint RICHARDS. They raised an excellent family, and the Sessions boys are among the best young men of this county. Father and sons labored diligently to make a comfortable home, and in this they were successful. Death invaded the homestead last Monday night, and took from it the beloved husband and father. Mr. Sessions had only been sick for two or three days, being suddenly stricken down with rheumatism of the heart. At his death he was only sixty years, seven months and nine days old. His life was a part of the history of DeWitt county. He was a man of strictly moral habits, a sound Republican, and a kind neighbor and friend.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SHAFFER, Mary 

October 20, 1899

Died in Hospital

Mrs. Mary SHAFFER, an inmate at the Kankakee insane hospital from DeWitt county, died there Oct. 12. Remains were buried last Saturday morning at Waynesville, her former home. Deceased was a divorced wife of Joseph SHAFFER and mother of Nute MERFORD, of this city.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SHAFFER, Mary

Friday, October 20, 1899
Clinton Register
Clinton, Illinois

CITY AND COUNTY.

Mrs. Mary SHAFER, who formerly lived near Waynesville, died in the hospital at Kankakee. Burial was in the Waynesville cemetery Saturday.

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SHANNON, L. R. 

Friday, November 10, 1899
Clinton Register
Clinton, Illinois

KILLED BY THE CARS.
L. R. Shannon Meets a Horrible Death.— Had Been in Clinton Three Days.

L. P. SHANNON, of Vandalia, was killed while switching in the yards Wednesday night about 10 o'clock. No one saw how the accident happened but it was thought he fell from the top of a car.

He had been at work in Clinton only three days. A wife and three or four children survive him. His wife was away on a visit when her husband was killed.

Submitted by Sheryl Byrd

SHARLEY, Frank 

February 7, 1890

Frank SHARLEY, of Peabody, Kansas, a former resident of Creek township, while out with some other young men running jackrabbits, was violently thrown from his horse against a barb-wire fence and was killed, being horribly mangled. He lived but a few hours. Mr. Sharley was a cousin to the PALMERS of this city and county, moving to Kansas some twelve years since.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SHAY, Thomas 

December 25, 1896

Funeral of Thomas Shay

Thomas SHAY, father of Mrs. W. Z. DEWEY, died in Quincy, Ill., Wednesday night of old age. Remains will be brought to Clinton today for burial. Funeral services will be held at the home of Mrs. Dewey this afternoon at 3 o'clock, Rev. Father M. A. DOOLING officiating. Mr. Shay was born in County Kerry, Ireland, in 1823. He was a man of many noble qualities of heart, endearing himself to many friends. He was a soldier in the civil war, having an honorable record.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SHAW, Mrs. Robert 

February 6, 1885

Mrs. Robert SHAW, of Heyworth, the mother of Mrs. J. A. COOK, died suddenly last Wednesday.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SHAW, W. G. 

Friday, September 29, 1899
Clinton Register
Clinton, Illinois

AT FOUR SCORE AND SIX.
William G. Shaw, One of the County's Oldest Settlers, Died at His Home Near Clinton.

About three weeks ago W. G. SHAW, living three and a half miles southeast of Clinton, fell and sustained injuries which resulted in his death Wednesday. When he fell he was returning to the house from where his corn was being shelled, and suddenly became dizzy. He was one of the oldest residents of the county, and had lived here nearly fifty years, coming from Clermont county, O., where he was born. Before coming to Illinois he was married to Miss VANDERVORT. To them six children were born, three of whom are living. They are Mrs. J. H. PARKER, of Maroa, Jas. M., and Ebert M., the latter living on the homestead with his father. J. M. lives near the home place.

Deceased had always been industrious and long since accumulated a comfortable fortune. His age was 86 years, 8 months and 27 days, and had it not been for the accident would perhaps have lived several years. He was one of the county's most prosperous farmers and was held in high esteem by all who had the honor of his friendship.

Funeral services were held at the residence yesterday at 2 o'clock, conducted by Rev. MacArthur. Interment was in Woodlawn cemetery.

Submitted by Sheryl Byrd

SHEEHAN, Patrick 

January 4, 1901
Clinton Register

SUDDEN DEATH.

Patrick SHEEHAN died suddenly at his home in this city Tuesday, aged 76. He had not been well, but had not been thought dangerous by his family. On Tuesday forenoon he seemed worse and a doctor was called, but death came a short time after the message was sent. Deceased was born in Ireland in 1825 and came to this country when young. After living in LaSalle, Ill., he came to Clinton which had been his home for nearly fifty years. He was married to Bridget MURPHY in Bloomington, and four children were born to them, John and William, Mrs. A. F. ELY and Mary, all of whom are living, except John. Funeral was held in St. John's church at 9 o'clock yesterday, conducted by Father DOOLING.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SHEEHAN, Mrs. Patrick 

March 1892

The wife of Mr. Patrick SHEEHAN died on Wednesday evening, and this afternoon she was buried from St. John’s Catholic Church, Father DOOLING conducting the services.

Submitted by Debbie Champion

SHELL, Daisy Ella 

October 21, 1887

On Tuesday Mr. Amos SHELL’s one-year-old baby, Daisy Ella, died. Mr. Shell is an engineer on the Central road.

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SHEPHERD, Kate (COBB) 

September 21, 1906
Clinton Register

DEATH OF AN AGED MOTHER.
Passed Away Early This Morning at the Home of F. C. Shepherd near Birkbeck— Funeral Sunday.

At 4 o'clock this morning Mrs. Kate SHEPHERD died at the home of her stepson, F. C. Shepherd, near Birkbeck, aged 65. She had been afflicted nearly all her life, and for a year had been almost helpless, but was not confined to her bed until about four weeks ago. Two weeks ago she was taken to her son's home.

Deceased's maiden name was COBB, and she was born at Warrensburg, Ky., in February, 1841. In 1867 she was married to F. M. SHEPHERD at Collinsville, Ill. After a few years in Illinois, they moved to Richmond, Kan., where they lived about thirty years. Two years ago last June they came to Clinton and occupied the new home built for them on South Monroe street. She united with the Baptist church when 20 years old and had remained a faithful Christian. She bore her affliction patiently and seemed willing to join friends on the other shore.

Funeral services will be held at the home of F. C. Shepherd Sunday at 2 o'clock, conducted by Rev. E. A. GILLILAND. Burial in Woodlawn cemetery.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SHEPPARD, Mrs. James 

July 27, 1883

The remains of Mrs. James SHEPPARD, who died last Sunday morning, were interred in Woodlawn Cemetery on Tuesday. For many years Mrs. Sheppard has battled with that dread disease, consumption, but it progressed slowly yet certain, and finally culminated in her death.

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SHINKLE, Christeny

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SHINNEMAN, Mrs. Dell 

October 15, 1909
Clinton Register

Mrs. Dell SHINNEMAN died at her home near Cerro Gordo, her death being caused by accident some time ago. She was driving a horse and was in a cart to which a rope, used in hoisting hay into the barn, was tied. The cart was upset and she was so badly hurt that there was little hope for her recovery.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SHINNEMAN, Harter 

September 8, 1893

Case of Melancholy Madness

Harter SHINNEMAN was an unmarried man of about 24 years old and had no small vices that would make life a burden to him, yet he shot a hole into his body, near the region of the heart, on Thursday afternoon of last week (Aug. 31), and that was the end of him. He belonged in the neighborhood of Weldon but last spring had rented a farm less than four miles south-east of Maroa, and he lived there with a family to keep house for him. Life ought to have been bright for Harter Shinneman, but an unseen cloud seemed to hover over him, which brought on despondency and then death. People call it cowardice when a man takes his own life. Does anybody believe that a sane man will commit suicide? He may be right in all things but one; but somewhere a cog slips and the poor fellow cannot resist the temptation to end his imaginary troubles. A week ago Harter complained to the family with whom he was boarding that he did not feel well, and he wanted to be taken to his father’s home at Weldon. The man promised to drive him to Weldon in the cool of the evening. After dinner he remained in his room, and after Mr. HORNBECK had gone to work, Harter killed himself with a revolver. He left a note, saying: “This is nobody’s fault but my own. I bid you all good-bye. Nobody to blame but myself.” The body was taken to Weldon and buried on Saturday morning (Sept. 2).

Note: Harter was the son of Isaac SHINNEMAN

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SHINNEMAN, Mary (RUSK) 

August 16, 1889

Mrs. Mary M. Shinneman

Mary M. RUSK, daughter of John M. and Samantha RUSK, was born in Morgan county, Ohio, March 10th, 1839, and died at Weldon, Ill., August 13, 1889, aged 50 years, 5 months and 3 days. She was united in marriage to Isaac SHINNEMAN at St. Louis, Mo., September 10th, 1855. They settled in DeWitt county, near Weldon. This has always been their home with the exception of a few months. Seven sons and one daughter were born to them. Cylus P. and William R. preceded their mother to the spirit land. John is married and lives at DeWitt. Milo J. lives with his family near Tomlinson, Champaign county, and Emma D. is married and lives in Vermilion county. Ira, Harter and Charlie live at home and are members of the M. E. Church. Their conversion was the source of great comfort their mother. She always prayed that her husband and the other children might be converted also.

Sister Shinneman united with the Christian Church in the fall of 1856. During the year 1863 she united with the Methodist Episcopal Church, from which time she continued a member of the same. In life she was bright, good natured and ambitious. As a wife, she was true; as a mother, loving; as a neighbor and friend, kind and obliging.

During her long illness she manifested a patience and hope born of trust in Christ. Her words of faith and prayer will ever be remembered by those who entered her chamber of suffering. As a farewell to her husband and children, these words of her favorite hymn may be treasured:

“Weep not my friends, my friends, weep not for me,
   All is well, all is well;
There’s not a cloud that doth arise, |
   To hide my Saviour from mine eyes,
I soon shall mount the upper skies,
   All is well, all is well.”

The funeral services were held Thursday, at the M. E. Church and were conducted by the pastor. The life of the deceased was sketched, words of consolation were addressed to the sorrowing, and a sermon was preached to the living from 1 Cor. 15:56, 57.

A large concourse of friends followed the remains to the Weldon cemetery, where sister Shinneman’s body awaits the general resurrection of the dead. —F. B. Madden

Note: This article misspelled the name Shinneman as Shineman, so it was corrected.

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SHIPMAN, Clara (SESSIONS) 

June 29, 1894

Killed by Accident.

On last Monday Mr. Darr SESSIONS, Waynesville, received a dispatch from Bevington, Iowa, announcing the terrible news that his daughter, Mrs. Clara SHIPMAN, had been accidentally killed by her husband. S. SHIPMAN is the operator and station agent for the Rock Island road at Bevington, and as he was liable to attack for the purpose of robbery, he bought a new revolver for protection. He was showing his wife how to use it when the revolver was accidentally discharged, the bullet entering Mrs. Shipman's head, producing almost instant death. Mr. Sessions telegraphed to have the body of his daughter sent to Waynesville for interment, but owing to the hot weather it could not be done. Mrs. Shipman was born in Waynesville and spent her life there till she married and went with her husband to Iowa. She had no children. She was a young woman, and had been married only a couple of years.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SHOEMAKER, Jeremiah 

February 17, 1899

AN OLD SOLDIER IS DEAD
Jeremiah Shoemaker, a Retired Farmer of Lanes, Passes Away.

STRICKEN WITH PARALYSIS
Was One of the Oldest Residents of DeWitt County.

Jeremiah SHOEMAKER, one of the oldest residents of DeWitt county, died at midnight on February 9th, at his home in Lanes, aged 68 years. The direct cause of his death was paralysis. On Wednesday night, February 1st, while in Bowman’s hardware store at Lanes, he was stricken with an attack of paralysis and taken to his home, where he was partially restored to consciousness. He never recovered and remained in bed, being in a comatose condition until his death. Deceased was a retired farmer, and until a few years ago occupied a farm in the Shaw neighborhood east of Clinton. He served in the civil war as a member of the 107th Ill. Inf., and was an honored member of the G. A. R. post of Weldon.

Besides his mother, aged 92 years, living in Iowa, deceased leaves five children to mourn the loss of a kind and loving father, Mrs. Mamie MILLER of Lanes; Chas. SHOEMAKER and Mrs. Lizzie HOFF, residing in Clinton; Mrs. Jennie JONES and Hattie SHOEMAKER, in Iowa. Funeral services were held at his late home in Lanes at 1 o’clock Saturday afternoon, conducted by Rev. Mr. FERMAN. Remains were in charge of the Grand Army post of Weldon. Interment in Rose cemetery.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SHOEMAKER, Jeremiah

February 24, 1899

An Error Corrected

DeLand, Ill., February 18, 1899

EDITOR PUBLIC.—There was an error in the account of Jeremiah SHOEMAKER’s death in last week’s issue if THE PUBLIC. He did not belong to the 107th regiment, but to Co. F. 2d Ill. Cavalry. He was badly wounded at Holly Springs. I visited him while he was in the hospital.— Respectfully, Henry Gessford.

Note: The family spells the name SHUMAKER.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SHRUM, John A. 

September 10, 1886

Another Suicide, but not in Clinton This Time

Among the telegraphic dispatches in the daily papers last Tuesday was a six-line paragraph, which announced that John A. SHRUM was found dead by the roadside near his home at DuQuoin, Ill., with a bullet-hole through his brain. It was evident that he had committed suicide. A few days before, SHRUM left this city for his home. For about a year he had been working in Kelly's bakery, and for the past two or three years he had been living in and near Clinton. His parents reside at DuQuoin. His brother was at one time in the employ of the Illinois Central company and worked in the freight yards in this city. John Shrum was a quiet, inoffensive youth, and gave close attention to the interests of his employers. No reason can be learned here why he committed suicide, for when he left Clinton it was with the intention of going back to his home.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SHURTLEFF, Clara 

May 26, 1882

Miss Clara SHURTLEFF, one of the purest and best of women, passed from earth to heaven last Wednesday morning, at two o’clock. She had been confined to her bed for months, suffering untold pain, but she calmly and patiently awaited the summons which would free her spirit from its mortal tenement. Miss Shurtleff was a woman who devoted her life to the good of others, and that she might better accomplish her purpose she left home and dear friends and went to New Mexico as a teacher in the mission schools. Her health failing her, she was obliged to come home. Miss Shurtleff was the sister of Mrs. J. B. HALDEMAN, at whose house she died. She was born at Glenn Falls, New York, and at the time of her death she was in her thirty-ninth year. Her body was sent to Glenn Falls, New York, where it will be buried in the family burying ground. Mr. and Mrs. Haldeman accompanied the remains to Pana on Wednesday evening.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SHURTLEFF, Kate 

June 13, 1890

Miss Kate SHURTLEFF, daughter of the late Dr. B. K. SHURTLEFF, died in Winnebago City, Minn., yesterday morning. Her remains will arrive in Clinton this afternoon at four o'clock for interment in Woodlawn Cemetery. Miss Shurtleff was born in this city and was about twenty-one years old.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SIMERAL, John 

January 21, 1887

John SIMERAL, whose condition has been hopeless for some time, died at his residence, north-east of here, Saturday morning of consumption. He leaves a wife and one small child to mourn his death. His little child is said to be very low with the same disease. The wife and relatives of the deceased, to whom the loss must be very heavy have the sympathy of the entire community. In Mr. Simeral's death we lose one of our best , most honest and intelligent citizens, and it is sad to think he should be taken away in the midst of his usefulness. For years he has been suffering from consumption, and early this winter went to Florida. Unable to obtain relief, he returned home, where he remained until his death.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SIMMONS, Emily Rosamond

Wednesday, March 11, 1931
Decatur Daily Review
Decatur, Illinois

CENTRAL ILLINOIS DEATHS RECORDED.

(Obituary Extract)
Name: Emily Rosamond Simmons.
Age: 14.
Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Harry Simmons.
Date of Death: Sunday, March 8, 1931.
Place of Death: Clinton, Illinois.
Funeral: First Christian church, 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 10, 1931; Rev. H. B. Wheaton officiating; W. N. Pullen in charge of funeral arrangements.
Interment: Woodlawn cemetery.
Note: "Rosie" Simmons was my aunt. She died of complications of diabetes exactly one week after her brother, Harry Russell "Buster" Simmons, had died from pneumonia..

Submitted by Erik Thorson

SIMMONS, Harry Russell 

March 3, 1931
Decatur Daily Review
Decatur, Illinois

HARRY SIMMONS' BURIAL WEDNESDAY.

(Obituary Extract)

Name: Harry Russell SIMMONS
Age: 13
Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Harry Simmons (Harry Arthur Simmons and Marie Luella Lillard)
Died: Sunday, March 1, 1931; Clinton, Illinois
Cause of Death: Pneumonia
Funeral: Wednesday, March 4, 1931, 2:30 p.m., at First Christian church, Clinton, Illinois; Rev. H. B. Wheaton officiating.
Interment: Woodlawn cemetery, W. N. Pullen in charge.

Submitted by Erik Thorson

SIMPSON, Angeline (JAMES) 

September 15, 1882

Mrs. Angie SIMPSON, wife of Mr. Samuel SIMPSON, died at her home in Rantoul on last Sunday. Mr. Henry SIMPSON's family went to Rantoul to attend the funeral.

Note: Mrs. Simpson's maiden name was Angeline James.

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SIMPSON, Ann (HARTSOCK) 

February 3, 1899
Clinton Public

DEATH CAUSED BY THE GRIPPE
Funeral Was Held at the Home Monday Afternoon

Mrs. SIMPSON, widow of the late Henry SIMPSON, died at her home one mile southeast of Clinton Friday night Feb. 3rd 1899, at 11 o’clock of catarrhal fever caused by the grippe. She was taken sick Saturday January 20th. Nothing serious was feared at first, but in the very short space of one week’s illness she was called to meet her husband, who had recently passed over to life’s eternal home of never ending joys.

Mrs. Ann (HARTSOCK) Simpson was born near Xenia, Ohio, Greene county, Aug. 14, 1823. She was the daughter of George and Elizabeth HARTSOCK and was the seventh child of a family of eleven children of whom only one brother survives her, Geo. HARTSOCK, who lives southeast of Clinton near Weldon Springs. The Hartsock family settled in Virginia and were of German birth and antecedents. George and Elizabeth Hartsock were Universalists and being so earnestly impressed with this doctrine they bought and sent to each member of their family for one year "The Star In The West," a Univeralist journal published at Cincinnati, Ohio. This remarkable family of eleven children all lived to maturity before the death sickle separated them. Ann Hartsock was married to Henry Simpson in the state of Ohio Oct. 19th, 1845, and for fifty-five years they walked life’s road together, sharing its joys and dividing its sorrows. Three children were born to them, all daughters, all of whom are living, Mrs. M. R. COLWELL, Mrs. Jacob ZIEGLER and Miss Lou SIMPSON, all residents of this county.

Mrs. Simpson was a woman of noble character and in all respects a perfect wife and mother, and for every sacrifice her reward seemed great, as she saw her children living lives of usefulness and possessing and living the same virtuous life that she had lived. All who knew mother Simpson had words of praise for her. She was always ready to help the needy and no one who was worthy was ever turned from her door without her alms giving. Hers was a life full of good deeds and great will be her reward.

Funeral services were held at her late home Monday afternoon, January 30th at 2 o’clock, conducted by Rev. John S. COOK, of Leroy, assisted by Rev. Chas. W. E. GOSSOW, of Clinton. The pall bearers were 6 of the deceased’s nephews, E. N. WILLIAMSON, Samuel CRAMER, Perry CRAMER, Emerson HARTSOCK, William HARTSOCK and Chas. HARTSOCK. Interment was in Woodlawn cemetery.

Correction: An error was made in the first sentence. Ann died on Friday January 27th, not Feb. 3rd, which is obvious by the fact that the funeral was held on Jan. 30th. Also, she and her husband were married fifty-one years, not fifty-five.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SIMPSON, Anna (MERRICK) 

January 8, 1886
Clinton Public

Death of Mother Simpson

On the 28th of December, at the advanced age of over ninety-three years, Mrs. Anna SIMPSON, mother of Mr. Henry SIMPSON, passed from this life to the world beyond. Mrs. Simpson was born in Bristol, Bucks county, Pennsylvania, on the 25th of September, 1792. Her maiden name was Anna MERRICK. On the 13th of April, 1820, she was united in marriage to Samuel SIMPSON. They lived in New Jersey and Pennsylvania for thirteen years and then moved by wagon over the Allegheny Mountains to Wheeling, VA., where they took passage on a boat to Cincinnati, Ohio. They landed in Cincinnati in the autumn of 1833, on the night made memorable in history by the shower of stars. For twenty-two years they lived in Montgomery county, Ohio, and in 1855 came to this county. Samuel Simpson died near this city on the 15th of October, 1862, and from that time Mother Simpson made her home with her son Henry. More than forty-five years ago she united with the church, and during her life she remained faithful to the vows she had taken as a Christian. She was the mother of eight children, of whom two daughters, Mrs. Martha CRAMER and Mrs. Seward MISKELLY, and two sons, Henry and S. M. SIMPSON, survive her. Mrs. Simpson had lived under the administration of every President of the United States, from Washington down to Cleveland.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SIMPSON, Clarence Ray 

(no date)

C. R. Simpson Died Today

(Obituary Extract)

Name: Clarence Ray SIMPSON, age 84 of Decatur
Retired from the Illinois Central Railroad, as a locomotive engineer
Born: April 24, 1891 in Oconee, Ill.
Died: at 2:07 a.m. in the Americana Nursing Center, Decatur.
Parents: Oliver Presley and Flo (HENDRICKS) SIMPSON
Married: Leota BESS at Rosamund August 8, 1911; Leota died June 17, 1974
Survivors: two daughters, four sons, four sisters, 13 grandchildren, and 8 great-grandchildren
Member of the Pana Lodge 226, AF and AM, the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers
Funeral:  Funeral services at BRITLINGER’s Funeral Home, Thursday, Sept. 11, 1:00 p.m.
Masonic services conducted at 8:00 p.m. Wednesday Sept. 10
Visitation after 7:00 p.m.
Burial: Interment in the Star of Hope Mausoleum, Graceland Cemetery

Submitted by Debbie Champion

SIMPSON, Henry 

December 18, 1896
Clinton Public

DEATH OF HENRY SIMPSON
He Had Been Sick for Over a Year With Bright's Disease.

Henry SIMPSON died at his late home, southeast of Clinton, on Friday evening [Dec. 11th] of Bright's disease of the kidneys, aged 74 years, 2 months and 13 days. The deceased located on his late homestead, one mile southeast of here, in October 1855. He was born in Trenton, N. J., on September 29, 1822. He lived with his parents in Pennsylvania and Ohio, and with them located in DeWitt county. At the age of 21 years he commenced life as a renter. He purchased 160 acres of land on Section two in Creek township, and in 1861 bought his late home, which he has improved to a high state of cultivation and ornamentation.

He was married to Miss Ann HARTSOCK in 1845, three daughters being born to them—Louise J. (Mrs. M. R. COLWELL), Anna Elizabeth (Mrs. Jacob ZEIGLER) and Miss Laura Lucinda, all of DeWitt county; all of them survive him. Besides their own family they reared three boys.

By frugality, honesty and perseverance, Mr. and Mrs. Simpson added to their possessions until they owned several hundred acres of the best land in Central Illinois, earning honorable retirement, the care of these large and fertile acres being delegated to other hands.

Mr. Simpson was educated in a school that made the early pioneers the peer of any people. They were able to contend successfully with the business problems that surrounded them. Mr. Simpson was successful not only in a financial but also in a social way, hospitality being one of the especially developed graces of the early settlers. He was a self-made man. His quiet, pleasant manner of asserting his differences attracting to him those who otherwise might have been antagonized. His death is a great loss to this community. His brother, S. M. SIMPSON, of Kansas, was at his bedside. The public sympathize with the bereaved family.

Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock the road leading to the beautiful home of the late Henry Simpson, one mile southeast of Clinton, was thronged with citizens on their way to attend the funeral of their departed friend. The house was filled with sorrowing relatives and neighbors, gathered as one great family, for Henry Simpson was a father, a wise counselor and a devoted friend to mankind.

About four hundred people passed by the bier and took a farewell look at the face that was familiar to them in life. At the head of the casket was a profusion of flowers intertwined with smilax, presented by the Universalist parish of Clinton; a bunch of white carnations from the W. R. C. of Frank Lowry Post rested on the casket, and near these were a bouquet of calla lilies and roses, their pure red and white petals lying in the shadow of a sheaf of wheat—emblems of youth and age—mementoes from the family. Beneath the casket was a wreath of flowers.

After the relatives had entered the room where the body lay, a quartet chanted "Beloved, 'Tis Well," and the church choir sang "Nearer, My God to Thee." Rev. James Alvin Clark, the pastor, read a selection from the Scriptures, closing with an earnest prayer. "Abide With Me" was sung with a tenderness of voice that touched every heart.

Rev. John S. COOK, an intimate friend of the deceased, spoke of the character of the father whose life had been prolonged over seventy-four years, and to whom death came as a messenger from God to lead His son home to everlasting life and peace. He also spoke of the abiding faith that animated the deceased through his long sickness and which made him look calmly into the face of death and trust His Father's love. The affecting scene which occurred when Father Simpson united with the Universalist church was tenderly recalled and his labors for the church he loved fittingly acknowledged. Brother Simpson was loving in his nature—his soul thirsted for love as the earth thirsts for the evening dew; gentle as a woman, the cry of distress found a response in his heart.

The funeral cortege passed through the city to Woodlawn cemetery. At the tomb a few impressive words were spoken, the choir sang "Thy Will Be Done," and all left the city of the dead, where mosses drape the trees, and rustling leaves add funereal sadness to the scene.

If the voice of eulogy could be heard by the dead, what joy would the soul feel to know that we speak of virtues only to perpetuate his memory; if the eyes that are closed in death's sleep could see the grave strewn with beautiful, fragrant flowers, behold friends gathered around the tomb, unable to repress tears that flow from the heart's fountain, would not the soul voice murmur, "God, Father, behold how my people love me!"

Words feebly tell the heartfelt sympathy and grief. Ours is the heritage of his wisdom, the light of his example, the memory of his virtues. Death may sever the chord in the tide of song, yet memory will keep sacred the loving form of the minstrel. Mr. and Mrs. Simpson walked life's path, sharing each other's joys and dividing each other's sorrows. The wife, who survives her husband, is a woman who combines the virtues of wife, mother and sister—she is devoted, affectionate and constant. In the evening of her life, as the golden rays gild the hilltops, may the peace that passeth all understanding abide with her and her children.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SIMPSON, Ida (DEGRAFT) 

(no date)

Farmer City Hotel Owner Dies Monday

(Obituary Extract)

Name: Mrs. Ida WOODWARD SIMPSON
Age: 74
Occupation: Owner of the Commercial Hotel in Farmer City
Born: June 22, 1882 at Mansfield
Died: Mennonite Hospital, Bloomington
Parents: William and Kathryn DEGRAFT
Married: Bert WOODWARD in 1907; Bert died September 19, 1933; Later married to James SIMPSON in 1942 at St. Charles, Mo.
Survivors: Her husband, a sister of Oak Park; and three grandchildren

Submitted by Debbie Champion

SIMPSON, Samuel M. 

July 10, 1928
Clinton Daily Journal and Public

S. M. Simpson, Former Local Resident, Dies

Samuel M. SIMPSON, 93, who many years ago made Clinton his home, passed away Sunday night at the home of his son, Frank SIMPSON, in Blair, Neb., of debilities of old age. Word of his death was received by relatives here Monday.

Deceased was born in Pennsylvania state, May 23, 1835, being 93 years old at the time of his death. He came to Illinois in 1855 settling in DeWitt county, making this his home until 35 years ago when he went west. He was twice married, both wives having preceded him in death.

Surviving him are four children, a daughter and three sons, as follows: Mrs. Mary DYCE of Kansas; Frank Simpson, Blair, Neb.; Fred SIMPSON, a Methodist minister in Iowa and Charles SIMPSON of Kansas. He also leaves two nieces, Mrs. Jacob ZEIGLER and Miss Lou SIMPSON and three nephews, William, Charles and Ralph HARTSOCK, all of Clinton.

The body will be brought to Clinton Tuesday noon at 12:15 o'clock and taken to Pullen's chapel, where it will remain until the hour of the funeral, which will be 2 o'clock Wednesday afternoon at the Universalist church. Rev. Carl A. POLSON will officiate. Interment will be in Woodlawn cemetery.

Correction: Samuel Merrick Simpson died at age 92, not 93; he was born May 24, 1836, not May 23, 1835; he was born in Ohio, not Pennsylvania; and his daughter's last name was DEIST, not Dyce. This is a good example of why you shouldn't believe everything you read.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SIMPSON, V. A. 

May 25, 1900
Clinton Register

V. A. SIMPSON died Wednesday at his home in Waynesville, aged 54. He had lived at Waynesville all his life and was one of its best known citizens. He had held township offices several terms and was elected collector last spring.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SLICK, Belle (DeBOLT) 

February 16, 1900
Clinton Register

Mrs. Belle SLICK, wife of George SLICK, died yesterday morning at her home near Parnell, aged about 25. She formerly lived in Clinton and was married last fall. She had been sick several weeks with typhoid fever. She was a sister of Miss Ida DeBOLT, who makes her home in Clinton.

Note: From the Illinois Statewide Marriage Index:
SLICK, GEORGE H.   DEBOLT, BELLE   12/16/1899   CHAMPAIGN

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SLICK, Hannah (MONNETT) 

February 9, 1883

A Curious Case of Life and Death

The Farmer City correspondent of the Bloomington Pantagraph writes that paper that on Thursday the people of Farmer City were somewhat exercised over the death of Mrs. T. H. SLICK, who died very suddenly on Wednesday, at Mr. James MILLER’s, about four miles southwest of Farmer City. Mrs. Slick arose from the dinner table Wednesday, and dropped to the floor apparently dead, with what was supposed to be heart disease. Preparations were made for her funeral. She was laid out and placed in a coffin, and on Thursday morning it was discovered that her body was warm, color had returned to her cheeks, and her body had become limber. Her friends began undoing the burial preparations and endeavored to restore her again to life, but all was to no avail. After remaining for a time in this apparent trance state the flush again left her cheeks, and she again became cold, and last evening all signs of life had left her. Her friends, believing that she is now dead, will bury her today, the funeral services taking place at the M. E. Church in Farmer City at 11 o’clock. Mr. SLICK, her husband, is a well-to-do farmer and stock raiser, who moved from near Champaign about three years ago.

From the Illinois Statewide Marriage Index:
Thomas H. Slick and Hannah G. Monnett were married Nov. 13, 1861.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SMALLWOOD, Elizabeth 

June 29, 1883

Mrs. Betsy SMALLWOOD, wife of P. A. SMALLWOOD, died at Cerro Gordo, Ills., on Monday last. The deceased was buried in the Lane cemetery on Wednesday.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SMALLWOOD, Elizabeth

June 29, 1883

Mrs. Elizabeth SMALLWOOD, aged 49 years, whose remains were brought from Cerro Gordo, and interred at Lane on the 27th inst., was a native of Creek township, well and widely known by the noble qualities of heart she possessed. In subserving the younger generation by the tried service that burdened the early settlers of our county, she was denied an education that would have developed a mind that was truly remarkable. The pathway of her noble humanitarian life, though shaded by the clouds of sorrow, was lined with flowers of her good deeds. She passed away in the autumn before the harvest of her angel acts to humanity had been garnered. She was the mother of seven children whom she devotedly loved and to whom, as the result of a kind mother’s affection, she could, with the Cornelian mother of old, point and call the jewels of her life. She was in social life witty, vivacious, with a nature so tender and affectionate it could hold no malice and know no enemy. No circle of pleasure could hold her when sickness summoned, but the heaven of her love for humanity was beside the bedside of affliction and sorrow. She always had a smile for the hopeful that was like a beam through a cloud—a throb for every groan.

“An angel standing by the sick one’s pillow,
   Of soft tone and soundless tread,
When hearts were drooping, like the willow,
   She stood between the living and the dead.”

She reasoned, and loved to hear discourse. She had her views. In the broad mercy of her own heart she could not attribute the destruction of any of the world to the Unseen. In the deliberation of many months she faced the grim monster with a beam of welcome, rather than a trace of terror. Let her sorrowing family, let her countless friends who showed forth their affection and gratitude in a flood of sorrow at her grave, hope there is a shore to her future, and, that after having crossed the dark and icy waters, she is crowned, and rests and sings beneath its beautiful trees.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

Note from Paul Parkhurst: Mrs. Smallwood died June 24th and had eight children, not seven.

SMALLWOOD, George D. 

April 16, 1886

Death of a Veteran of the Black Hawk War.

George D. SMALLWOOD, one of the early settlers of DeWitt County, died at his home near this city yesterday morning, aged seventy-six years. For several months Mr. SMALLWOOD had been an invalid and confined to his home.

George D. SMALLWOOD was among the pioneer settlers of this county. He was born in Ross County, Ohio, on the 31st of March, 1810. His parents were natives of Virginia, and their ancestors were of Irish extraction. The SMALLWOOD family came to Illinois in 1825 and settled near Decatur. There were fifteen children in the family, George D. being the second oldest. In 1830 George D. Smallwood settled on Salt Creek, in this county, and built a cabin, near which, four years later, his father built a mill which has since been known as SMALLWOOD's mill. George D. had a fair common school education, and studied civil engineering, which business he gave considerable attention to in the early days. In 1839 he was nominated by the Whigs as a candidate for county surveyor, but was defeated by Alexander A. BARNETT. This was the only time he was ever before any convention as a candidate for office. During the winter of 1831-32 the Black Hawk Was broke out, and on the 16th of April Governor REYNOLDS issued a call for troops. Among the number who responded from this county was George D. SMALLWOOD. Among his comrades in the same company were Walter BOWLES, George COPPENBARGER, Asher SIMPSON, Elisha BUTLER, John HENDERSON, James ENNIS, John CLIFTON, John WILLIAMS, C. COOPER, Samuel TROXEL, Thomas DAVENPORT, William ADAMS, William HOOPER, Joseph CLIFTON, and J. G. WRIGHT. They served on the Rock River, and were in Major STILLMAN's command. The DeWitt County men served the full term for which they were enlisted and were then mustered out.

In March, 1839, Mr. SMALLWOOD was married to Mary Ann BROWN, daughter of Henry BROWN, who was one of the early settlers of Texas Township. By this union there was one child, who died in infancy. His wife died in 1867, since which time he has made his home with relatives. For about fifteen years he was engaged in milling, but the greater part of his life was spent upon a farm. His first Presidential vote was cast for Andrew JACKSON, but when the Republican party was organized in 1856, he identified himself with it and remained faithful to its principles to the end of his life.

George D. Smallwood was a man of excellent character, and during his long life in this county he had the confidence and esteem of all who knew him. He was liberal in his giving to relatives and others. Such a life as his sheds a blessing on those with whom he was intimately associated.

Submitted by Bob Halsey

SMALLWOOD, Gideon P. 

March 26, 1886
Clinton Public

Gideon P. SMALLWOOD died at his home in Creek township, on last Wednesday, in the 53d year of his age. He was born near Decatur on the 16th of May, 1833, and came to this county more than thirty years ago and settled in Creek township. He was the youngest member of the Smallwood Family. He was a farmer and stock raiser and has been successful in his calling. Mr. Smallwood was a kind father and husband and a generous neighbor, who was ever ready to lend a helping hand.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SMALLWOOD, Olivia (PARKER) 

December 6, 1901
Clinton Register

Olivia PARKER, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. W. PARKER, was born June 4, 1875 in Texas township; was married Nov. 18, 1896, to L. E. SMALLWOOD, of Creek township, where they had since lived. About two weeks ago she fell and was so severely injured that she died about a week later, aged 26 years. The husband and two children survive her; also her parents, four sisters and one brother. They are Mrs. Ella EBLE, Clarion, Iowa; Mrs. Jessie CASLER, Excelsior, Minn.; Mrs. Annie SARGENT, San Jose, Cal.; Miss Alice, who lives with her parents, and A. H. PARKER, of Texas township.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SMALLWOOD, Ruth 

November 15, 1901
Clinton Register

JOY AND GRIEF.

Tuesday morning about 7 o'clock the home of R. P. SMALLWOOD, of Creek township, was the scene of joy over the birth of a girl baby. In less than two hours later their home was turned into mourning, as their little daughter, Ruth, died of scarlet fever, being sick but a few days. The mother was completely prostrated by the great shock and for some time remained in a critical condition. The day was one to never be forgotten by the family and all those present. The interment took place at the Rose cemetery Wednesday afternoon. Mrs. Smallwood has improved and is thought will recover.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SMITH, Mrs. A. L. 

January 13, 1899

Death of Mrs. Smith at Lincoln

Mrs. Hattie POLLOCK received word from A. L. SMITH at Lincoln last Wednesday that his wife had died and that the funeral would be held Thursday at 10 a.m. She was the aunt of Mrs. Wm. ARMSTRONG, J. KOONS, S. L. BROOKS, Hattie POLLOCK, and Mr. J. T. SPRAGUE, of this city. She is the last of a family of 12 children. She was about 84 years old.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SMITH, Augustus 

December 15, 1882

Augustus SMITH, of Texas township, died at his home on Tuesday [Dec. 12], after only a few days sickness. His disease is reported as being typhoid fever, of which he was taken down last Thursday. He leaves a blind wife and some four or five children. Smith was the owner of ten acres of land. He bought thirty additional acres, and mortgaged the whole to secure the payments on his new purchase. His family of children, with their blind mother, are left in straitened circumstances.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SMITH, Mrs. Barney 

January 27, 1882

Mrs. Barney SMITH, an old-time resident of Clinton, died at her home in Wichita, Kansas, on the 15th of January, aged sixty-two years. Mrs. Smith lived in Clinton till the close of the war, when they moved to Kansas. The family will be well-remembered by the old citizens of ante-war days. Her oldest daughter is the wife of Mr. BOGARDUS, principal of the Springfield commercial college. When living here, the Smith family was prominently connected with the M. E. Church. Barney SMITH brought Matt CLINE to this city from Chicago before the war.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SMITH, Charles R. 

December 26, 1890

Death of Charles R. Smith

Two years ago Charles R. SMITH, of Barnett township, was afflicted with a cancer, but after doctoring for it for a time he thought he was cured. Cancer like consumption is one of those diseases for which there seems to be no cure after once it has taken root in the system, and this was Mr. Smith’s experience. Every remedy was tried without affording relief, and finally he decided on trying what effect the waters of Eureka Springs would have in his case. A few weeks ago he went [with] his wife to the Springs, but almost from the day he reached there he began to fail rapidly. Death came to his relief last Friday, and his body was brought back to his old home and on Tuesday was buried in the Waynesville cemetery. He was the father of eleven children, eight of whom are still living—three daughters and five sons—all of whom attended the funeral.

Mr. Smith would have been sixty-four years old had he lived till next February. He was born in Indiana, and in his younger days knew something of the hardships of life. In 1853, he came to this county without a dollar and began life as best he could. Land was cheap in those days and he got a few acres. To this he added year after year till he owned nearly half a section of as good land as there is in Barnett township. It took patience and industry to raise a large family and supply their wants, and Mr. Smith was equal to the task. He had a fine residence and one hundred and seventy acres for his home, and everything about him was the best. He had another farm of one hundred and sixty acres, which he deeded to his boys a short time before his death. The home farm is worth at least $70 an acre and is well stocked, and Mr. Smith did not owe a dollar in the world. Mrs. Smith and the younger son will continue to live on the home farm. James SMITH, the oldest son, is living in Clarion, Iowa, and F. M. SMITH, the next oldest, lives in Sioux City, Iowa, and is a commercial traveler for a wholesale grocery. The other members of the family live in this county and near here. Mr. Smith had two brothers and one sister living in Indiana, who came to attend the funeral. One of the brothers and Mr. Smith were twins, and one could hardly tell one from the other to see them apart.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SMITH, Charles R.

December 26, 1890

Died, at Eureka Springs, Arkansas, Friday morning, Dec. 19th, Charles R. SMITH. He was brought back to his old home for interment, and the sad party arrived with the remains on the night train last Saturday. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. ARTZ on Tuesday, and his remains were laid to rest in the church yard at Waynesville, where a host of relatives and friends gathered to pay the last sad tribute of respect to one who was loved and respected by all who knew him.

Thus has passed away another of the pioneer settlers of this part of the country. Uncle Charley SMITH came to Illinois when it was one unbroken prairie, and made a success in his occupation as a farmer. He has seen the growth of this country from its wild state and blossoming into one of the finest in the world. Mr. Smith was a devoted Christian, an example of industry, honesty and integrity. He leaves a wife and eight children who are bereft of a kind father and devoted husband, who have the sympathy of their many friends in their sad loss.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SMITH, Christeny (SHINKLE) 

October 23, 1896

Christeny Shinkle

Christeny SHINKLE was born in Brown county, Ohio, May 21st, 1817. She came with her parents to Sangamon county, Illinois, in the fall of 1826 and settled near Springfield. She was married to Jeremiah C. SMITH at Mechanicsburg, Ill., January 14, 1841. In the spring of 1847 they moved to Marion, the present town of DeWitt. On April 23, 1849, her husband died, leaving her with two children—Z. T. SMITH of Dawson and Mrs. A. HARROLD of DeWitt. At the age of 12 years she was converted at the Mechanicsburg camp ground and united with the M. E. church, of which she has been a consistent and devoted member for 67 years. Sister Smith was a sufferer with her disease for about eighteen months, and for about nine weeks has been confined to her bed. Although her sufferings were such that she longed for rest, yet she bore them with Christian resignation. She died October 15, 1896, being 79 years, 4 months and 24 days old. Two children and one sister, Mrs. PROCOFF, of Spaulding, Ill., survive her. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. C. N. CAIN, of Edinburg, at the M. E. church in DeWitt, and the remains were interred in DeWitt cemetery. She was universally esteemed and loved as a Christian by all who knew her.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SMITH, Earl Francis 

Wednesday, January 24, 1906
The Decatur Review

Earl Francis SMITH died Monday evening of spinal meningitis. He was the son of William SMITH, an Illinois Central engineer. He was 13 years old. His illness was of only two weeks' duration.

Submitted by Sheryl Byrd

SMITH, Edward D. 

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SMITH, Eleanor (TAYLOR) 

March 25, 1904
The Clinton Register

ALMOST EIGHTY YEARS OLD.
A Pioneer Lady of DeWitt County Died While Away From Home—Funeral Held Today.

March 15, Mrs. Eleanor SMITH went to Casner, Ill., with her daughter, Mrs. T. N. BYERLY to attend the funeral of the last survivor of her brothers, Robert TAYLOR. While there she was taken sick with pneumonia, and died March 23, her recovery being thought hopeless from the first. Remains were brought to Clinton yesterday afternoon and taken to her late home on South East street where the funeral services were held today at 2:30 o'clock, conducted by Rev. T. A. CANADY. Interment was in Woodlawn.

Eleanor TAYLOR was the daughter of John and Mary TAYLOR and was born in Rushville, O., April 21, 1824, and lived 80 years, less 28 bays. She was married to William W. SMITH in Mt. Blanchard, O., March 7, 1845; they came to Illinois in 1856, and had lived in or near Clinton ever since, the last 17 years being spent in this city. Previous to that she lived on a farm in Wilson township, where her husband died March 27, 1868, and

since then she had lived in widowhood. To them nine children were born, five daughters and four sons. Wesley Addison died in infancy, and Mrs. Mary LITSENBERGER died four years ago. Those living are Mrs. Mary Elizabeth BYERLY, Mrs. Flora LITSENBERGER, Miss Fidelia and Miss Anna SMITH, all of this city; Rev. William Albert SMITH, of Champaign; Robert Taylor SMITH, of this city, and Frank SMITH of Clinton, Ia. One half-brother and two half-sisters, one of them, Mrs. Rebecca BELL, of DeWitt, Ill., also survive her. She and her brothers were greatly attached to each other in life, and in death were not long divided. One brother, Smith TAYLOR, died four years ago. She had been a Christian and a member of the Methodist church since girlhood.

Submitted by Bob Halsey

SMITH, Helen 

March 2, 1883

After weary months of pain and suffering Mrs. Helen M. SMITH, wife of Richard S. SMITH, died at noon on Tuesday [February 27th]. Her disease was dropsy. Twenty-five years ago, when Mr. and Mrs. Smith were yet in the hey-day of their youth, they came from Woodstock, Ohio, and settled near this city. Both of them were industrious and ambitious for a home of their own, and for years they have owned one of the nicest farms in the county, within one mile of the business part of the city. No expense or labor was spared to beautify their home surroundings. Mrs. Smith took pride in the management of her dairy and the products always commanded the highest price. When sorrow or sickness visited the homes of her neighbors Mrs. Smith was a ministering angel. Her age was sixty years, three months and ten days. The funeral services, conducted by Rev. T. I. COULTAS, were held yesterday afternoon, when the body was consigned to the tomb in Woodlawn Cemetery.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SMITH, India (POLLARD) 

1943
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Name: India POLLARD SMITH
Born: February 11, 1860, Owensville, Gibson Co., IN
Died: December 19, 1943, Gary Methodist Hospital, Gary, IN
Parents: Benjamin W. POLLARD and Lavina SUMNERS
Married: Daniel Wylie SMITH, August 20, 1879, DeWitt Co., IL (Daniel passed away in 1919.)
Survivors: Five daughters, Florence (Amos) PARKS of Decatur, IL, Welzie SMITH of Hastings, NE, Emma Grace (Alvin E.) SHANK of Turon, KS, Lorene (Harry) POWERS of Midland City, L. Marie (Harold) REED of Gary, IN; two sons, Herbert D. SMITH of Decatur, IL, and Hubert SMITH of Crown Point, IN. She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers Harvey (Lillian) POLLARD of Hallsville, IL and Willard H. (Melvina) POLLARD of Clinton, IL and two sisters Cassie Mae (Walter W.) HOUGH of Aurora, NE., and Lou Ella (John F.) BARTLEY of Barnett, IL.
Funeral: 2 p.m. Wednesday, December 22, 1943 at the Reeser Funeral Home in Clinton, with Rev. H. B. WHEATON of the Christian Church officiating.
Burial: Evergreen Cemetery at Waynesville, IL.

Submitted by Lois Fullington

SMITH, (Infant) 

April 3, 1891

After thirteen weeks of sickness, Mr. James SMITH lost his little son, who died of spinal disease on last Sunday. The child was three months old.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SMITH, James 

December 26, 1890

James SMITH died the first of this month and was laid to rest in the Texas necropolis. Mr. Smith was confined to his bed for fourteen months prior to his death and bore his aches and pains in a Christ-like manner.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SMITH, John 

June 19, 1908
Clinton Register

John SMITH, formerly a resident of Clinton, where he was a member of Father Dooling's household, died last Friday at Henry, Illinois, aged 70 years. Funeral services were held at Henry where interment took place. Deceased left no relatives in though [sic] country.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SMITH, John 

March 18, 1914
The Decatur Review
Decatur, Illinois

WAS A SOLDIER IN CRIMEAN WARS
John Smith, Born in Paris, Dies in Clinton.

Clinton, March 18.—John SMITH died at his home southwest of the city Tuesday morning about 5:30 following an illness of several weeks from heart trouble and then complications.

He was born in Paris, France, Nov. 28, 1830 and served as a soldier for several years in Crimean wars. He came to this country when a young man and located near LaSalle, Ill., where he worked on the construction gang on the Illinois Central for many years. He came to this county in 1871 and lived on the Lewis CAMPBELL farm west of the city until 1901 and since that time has resided where the death occurred.

Mr. Smith was united in marriage about forty years ago to Christina KLAS, who preceded him in death about three years. The following children survive; Mrs. J. J. ROGERS, New York; John W., electrician for the gas and electric company; Alice at home and Oral and Earl of this city.

The funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon in the Christian church at 2:30. Rev. Ralph V. Calloway officiating.

Submitted by Sheryl Byrd

SMITH, John W. 

June 25, 1930
Decatur Evening Herald

CLINTON—John W. SMITH, known as "Frenchie" to his friends in Clinton, died Sunday in his home in El Paso following an illness of many months with complications. The body was brought to Clinton Tuesday where funeral services were held in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph BORDENKECKER. Burial was made in Woodlawn cemetery.

He was 50 years old and leaves his wife and one son, Raymond. Mr. Smith was head electrician at the light plant here for many years.

Submitted by Sheryl Byrd

SMITH, Julia Belle 

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SMITH, Mable (HALL) McMILLAN 

1965
(Paper unknown)

MABLE SMITH KILLED IN AUTO CRASH.

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Name: Mable (HALL) McMILLAN-SMITH
Age: 81
Born: December 16, 1883, Barnett township, DeWitt Co., IL
Parents: Richard & Sarah E. (Ellington) HALL
Spouse: (1) Frank McMILLAN, m. 1899, Lincoln, IL. (2) Harry E. SMITH, m. December 16, 1921, Wheaton, IL.
Memberships/Affiliations: She was a member of the Christian church, White Shrine order of the Eastern Star, and past grand chief of the Pythian Sisters of the State of Illinois. She was also a member of the Blue Rose Club.
Died: June 12, 1965, 2 p.m., at Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital
Funeral: First Christian Church, Rev. Winston Zastrow officiating; arrangements by Herington-Calvert Funeral Home.
Burial: Woodlawn Cemetery.
Survivors: Daughter, Mrs. Ethel YOUNG, Clinton, IL; brother, Harry HALL of Illinois City; two grandchildren, and five great grandchildren. Both husbands preceded her in death.

Submitted by Helen Pate Ross

SMITH, Martha A. 

September 29, 1882

Mrs. Martha A. SMITH, wife of the late Thomps. S. SMITH, died at her home in this city last Monday morning, after a long and painful illness. Mrs. Smith had been a resident of this county for over thirty-five years, and at one time was one of the leading women of the M. E. Church. Her husband died about three years ago, since which time she had failed in health. The funeral services were held on Wednesday morning, and were attended by a large number of her old time friends.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SMITH, Pheba (CULLEY) 

July 28, 1899

Death of Mrs. A. L. Smith

Mrs. A. L. SMITH died last Monday at 4:45 at the home of her cousin, Mrs. A. POLLOCK on West Main street. Pheba Jane CULLEY was born September 1840, in Ohio. She came to Illinois with her parents when quite small, and was a resident of DeWitt county fifty years. She was married to A. SWEARINGEN, of Long Point, who belonged to 107th regiment of Illinois, and who died at Murphesburgh, Tenn., during the war. On April 24th 1867, she was married to A. L. SMITH who survives her. She has two children living, John H. SWEARINGEN, of Wichita, Kansas, and Mrs. F. E. SALTMARCH of Miller, South Dakota.

Submitted by Judy Simpson

SMITH, Richard S. 

January 8, 1886

Death of Richard S. Smith

On Tuesday last the Kellog Bros. received a dispatch from Woodstock, Ohio, announcing the death of Richard S. SMITH that morning. On Wednesday morning the body arrived here, accompanied by Mr. S. G. SMITH,