IN COUNTY SINCE 1858 DIED AGED 86

Mrs. Jane Gabriel, one of the old residents of Macon county and a resident of Blue Mound since 1858, died at 12:15 Thursday morning at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. A.M. Lee, 272 East Condit street. She was 86 years old. She had been ill for twelve days with uraemic poisoning and heart trouble.

She was born in Ireland, but came to America March 17, 1848. In 1849, she was married to Thomas Gabriel in New York city. They resided there until 1858, when she came to Macon county and settled on a farm at the edge of Blue Mound. That has been the family home ever since. Mr. Gabriel died nine years ago last October.

Mrs. Gabriel is survived by three daughters and one son, Mrs. A.M. Lee of Decatur, Mrs. Dora Botoner of Blue Mound, Mrs. Eliza Scaggs of Blue Mound and James T. Gabriel of Blue Mound. She also leaves fifteen grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren. She was a member of the Methodist church at Blue Mound and was widely known, especially among the older citizens of the county.

A short service was held at the residence of Mrs. Lee on Thursday, and the body was taken to Blue Mound. The funeral will be held at the Bethel church at 2 o'clock Friday afternoon.

The Daily Review (Decatur), 16 Dec 1909

Mrs. Jane Warner Gabriel, who died at her home in Decatur Thursdau morning was born in County Cork, Ireland in the year 1825. She cam e to this country in 1848, landing in New York where she was married in 1849 to Thomas Gabriel. They lived in New York until 1858 then they removed to Illinois settling in Macon county, four miles north east of what is now Blue Mound. They continued to live on a farm there until the death of Mr. Gabriel some years later. She made her home with her six children, four of whom are living. They are: Mrs. A.H. Lee of this city, James T. Gabriel, Mrs. Dora E. Boner and Mrs. Eliza J. Scaggs, the latter three of Blue Mound. She also leaves sixteen grandchildren and twelve greatgrandchilren.

Mrs. Gabriel was one of the charter members of what is now the Bethel society of the M.E. church. Her faithful christian life won for her the love of all who knew her.

In October she came to Decatur to visit with her daughter, Mrs. A.H. Lee. She was taken sick and died last Thursday morning.

The funeral was held from the Bethel M.E. church Friday afternoon, Rev. J.P. Edgar of Moweaqua and Rev. H.B. Montgomery, having charge of the services. Interment was at the Bethel cemetery.

The Daily Review (Decatur), 21 Dec 1909

JOHN GABRIEL DIES SUNDAY

Caught Cold While Working Two Weeks Ago; Pneumonia Developed, Caused Death

John Gabriel, 78, of 313 South Main street, died Sunday morning at 7:30 o'clock in the Decatur and Macon county hospital after being there about a week. He caught a cold while working on his farm Mrch 24, and this developed into double pneumonia, the cause of death.

John Gabriel was born in Queenstoen, County Cork, Ireland, and came to American and to Blue Mound when a young man. He was well known in Blue Mound, Dalton City, and Macon where he was familiarly called "Uncle John." His wife, Mattie Mooney, died about ten years ago. He has made his home in Decatur since the death of his wife.

He leaves his sister, Mrs. Hannah Litts of Peoria, three nephews in Decatur, Albert Nichols, Harry and George Gabriel and one niece, Mrs. Stella Robbins of Blue Mound.

The body was removed to the J.J. Moran & Sons funeral home for burial. Services will be held in the chapel at 3 o'clock Monday afternoon. Friends may call at the chapel until the funeral hour. Burial will be in Moweaqua cemetery.

Decatur Evening Herald, 2 Apr 1928

At his late home, 2 miles east of Macon, of pneumonia, on Tuesday, March 21st, Joseph Gabriel, aged 42 years. Deceased was a well-to-do farmer, and was known to everybody in the community in which he lived. He leaves a wife and several children.

Saturday Herald (Decatur), 25 Mar 1882

Mrs. Mary Gabriel, one of the oldest and best known residents of this city, died at her home Friday morning in the north part of town after a short illness. She was eighty-six years of age.

The funeral services were held in the Presbyterian church Sunday afternoon. Rev. Mr. Bergen, pastor of the church, officiated. Burial was in the Macon cemetery.

Mary S. Connaughy was born in Georgetown, O., Oct. 25, 1825. She was married to Joseph Gabriel Feb 18, 1875. Her husband died March 21, 1882. There were no children born to this union, but Mrs. Gabriel had the care of her six stepchildren. Five of there are living and are as follows: Mrs. Mary J. Sawyer of Decatur, R.J. and Frank Gabriel of Blue Mound, Miss Emma Gabriel of Decatur and Mrs. Amanda Selby, of Terre Haute, Ind.

The Daily Review (Decatur), 19 Mar 1912

Well Known Resident of Pleasant View Dies Suddenly

Thomas Gabriel, one of Pleasant View township's first settlers, died very suddenly at his residence, three miles northeast of Blue Mound Saturday evening, the 12th inst., in his 72nd year. He was in his usual good health and did his daily work till the noon hour, when he became suddenly ill and at 6 o'clock p.m. he was a corpse. The attending physician say his death was due to indigestion resulting in paralysis. Mr. Gabriel came to this country from County Cork, Ireland, in 1818, stopping first in New York City, where he got employment in A.T. Stewart's great wholesale store, and remained there until 1858, when he came to Macon county with his family and settled on a tract of raw prairie land purchased from the Illinois Central railroad company on which he continued to reside until death. He was a sober, industrious, intelligent careful farmer as a result of all of which the tract of raw prairie land on which he settled, developed into one of the finest and best improved farms in Pleasant View township.

He was so exceedingly loyal and patriotic man and lover of his adopted country and during the civil war was a great friend to the families of soldeirs in his neighborhood, many of whom he aided in various ways and when the soldiers returned home from the war he met and welcomed them with open arms and helping hands, giving them employment and in many ways aided them in their new start in life and to the end of his life he was true friend to the veterans of the war and a strong supporter of his government. Deceased was a worthy member of the Methodist church, having porfessed religion in the year 1872. His membership was at Bethel, a country church in the erection of, which he was largely instrumental, situated on the Wabash railroad one-half mile west of his residence. He is survived by his widow, a most estimable Christian lady whom he married in Brooklyn, N.Y., in 1849, and one son, James T. Gabriel, who resides on the home farm and three daughters, Mrs. John Scaggs and Mrs. Henty Botoner of Blue Mound and Mrs. Anna Lee of Decatur.

Decatur Herald, 19 Oct 1900

Sudden Death of this Eminent Lawyer and Jurist

BRIEF SKETCH OF HIS LIFE

Meeting of the Macon County Bar, Time and Place of Funeral

Our community was shocked last evening by a report that Judge Gallagher had died suddenly at his office, about 5 o'clock. The news spread rapidly, and was soon known in all parts of the city. It seems that since Mrs. Gallagher's departure for California in April, the judge has been sleeping in his back office, having fitted up an apartment for that purpose. He had been somewhat indisposed for about three days, and had remained most of the time in his office, under the care of a faithful colored man, Charley Bell, who had long been in his employ. The physician, Dr. Moore, had come to see him only a few minutes before his death, and gave him some medicine, soon after which in a sort of paroxysm, caused by his inability to eject something from his stomach, he seemed to strangle or choke to death. The alarm was given at once, and in a very short time the office was visited by many of the most intimate of the deceased male's friends.

Arthur J. Gallagher was born in Straban, county Tyrone, north of Ireland, about the year 1827. But little is known of his early history, as he never talked much of himself even to his most intimate friends but it is sufficient for the purposes of this sketch to say that he emigrated to America with his relatives when quite young, stopping for awhile at Philadelphia, came west alone and entered the Catholic college at St. Louis. Here he remained until the spring of 1846 when the war with Mexico having broken out he caught the army fever and enlisted as a private in the Second Regiment Illinois Volunteers, commanded by Col. (afterwards Governor) Bissell. He served out his term of enlistment one year having participated in the great battle of Buena Vista and returned to Belleville, St. Clair county, in the spring of 1847. Here he entered the law office of Hon. Lyman Trumbull as a student, and after a careful course of reading under his eminent preceptor, he was admitted to the bar in 1849 - just thirty years ago. Belleville not offering a very inviting hold for a young lawyer, Mr. Gallagher removed to Vandalia where he opened an office, and at once began to make friends, as he did of all whom he met. At Vandalia he made the acquaintance of Dr. J.T.B. Stapp, Colonel Ferris (?)orman, the late James W. Berry and others, who saw in the youthful attorney the promist of something out of the ordinary line and they became his warm and best friends for life. In 1852 he was chosen to represent his county in the legislature and was afterwards appointed by President Pierce Register of the (?)S Land Office at Vandalia - a position which he continued to fill until his removal to Decatur in 1856. He was not long in building up a practice and soon took his position at the very head of the Macon county bar. He formed a partnership with Richard J. Oglesby and Sheridan Wait and the firm employed a very large and lucrative practice. In 1862 the deceased raised a company of which he was made captain and was assigned to the 7th Illinois Cavalry, commanded we believe by William Pitt Kellogg, now Senator from Louisiana. He remained in the service about a year and resigned on account of ill health.

In 1865 he was united in marriage to Miss Rachel Smith, the oldest daughter of Hon. E.O. Smith. One son, Arthur, now some ten years of age, is the only child born of this marriage. In 1867 he was urged to be a candidate for judge of the old 16th circuit, by the unanimous voice of the bar, and was elected without opposition, serving until 1873 when he again resumed the practice of his profession.

Judge Gallagher was in many respects a very remarkable man. He had as clear perceptive faculties as any man we ever knew. He seemed to grasp every question of law almost intuitively, and whatever he knew was so clearly known by him? that he had no difficulty making it clear to others. He had _ ments of the _, and yet few men could make a more effective _ to court or jury. This ability _ point clearly to be able to _ at a definite conclusion and to be certain that he was right when he arrived at it fitted him peculiarly for the office of judge and yet it is doubtful whether even this great desiderotum? was his crowning glory as a judge. He was fair man. No judge ever held the scales of justice more evenly poised than he. Friend of foe, rich or poor, white or black - he knew no distinctions and all could come before him without fear of prejudice or hope of partiality. He did not know what it was to have an impulse of unfairness. Such a man is a born umpire, a predestined arbiter of the disuptes of his fellows.

As a citizen, Judge Gallagher filled every requirement. He was scrupulously honest and upright, enterprising in every good work, and of unquestioned patriotism. He acted with the democratic party until the war, since which time he has been a consistent, unswerving republican. The writer, who often conversed with him upon political topics can be a testimony to his unselfish patriotism and to the fixedness of his political views.

As a man and neighbor, Judge Gallagher was generous, hospitable, and kind. Indeed he was beloved by all who knew him. His family relations were remarkably pleasant and to his wife and son he was the embodiment of affectionate devotion. They will have the warmest sympathy of all who knew their loved husband and father.

Decatur Daily Republican, 24 Jun 1879

THE LATE JUDGE GALLAGHER

Action of the Circuit Court with Reference to His Death

Upon the assembling of the circuit court, this morning, Hon. A.B. Bunn arose and presented the following:

Death having deprived us of the presence in our midst of the Hon. Arthur J. Gallagher and of his companionship and counsel:

We, the members of the Bar of Macon county and the officer of the various courts, desire to have spread at large upon the records of the circuit and county courts, and after being engrossed, presented to the family the following testimonial to the memory of the deceased:

As a citizen, Arthur J. Gallagher was a firm believer in the maintainance of law and order, peace and morality; affable to all persons of whatever degree, just in his dealings, honorable and honest in his sentiments, he commanded and obtained from all people, whether personal acquaintances or not, the largest measure of honorable esteem and affection.

As a soldier, possessed that rarest merit of a brave man - modesty as to his military life and achievements; a soldier of two wars; brave to a degree that commanded the admiration of his companions in arms; an earnest, patriotic lover of his adopted country; bearing upon his person the scars which attested to his devotion, it remained for his death to disclose to many of his friends and associates the fact of his heroism and services.

As a lawyer, Arthur J. Gallagher possessed in an eminent and conspicuous degree that rare combination which marks those great ment who, by their attainments, have made glorious the honorable profession of the law. His honesty was incorruptible, unquestioned and unswerving; his mind clear and pure in its methods, grasping the philosophy and the practice of the law with remarkable comprehension; direct and honorable in his dealings, plain, forcible and truthful in argument, affable to his opponents; hating dishonesty and denouncing it when discovered; by his life and his example he did much to confirm in the minds of the people a good opinion of the law and its exponents.

As a judge, Arthur J. Gallagher earned and adorned the bright reputation and exhibited those characteristics which more than all else endeared him to the hearts of the people. He was pure and just in all his motives; he exhibited a profound and conscientious knowledge of the law and a love for its justice and equity, which caused him to apply it in its fullest measure, whether friend or foe, was injured by his act, brief in decision, honest and correct in judgment, his decisions coming from a pure and uncorrupted source, gave general satisfaction and filled the perfect measure of the law.

While we feel that his death has fallen most heavily upon us who have witnessed his triumphs and justice and who have lost the benefit of his wisdom and purity in our counsels, yet we know that in his death the community at large has suffered an almost equal loss, and we mingle our heartfelt sorrow and grief at his death with that of all other good citizens who are mourning his untimely demise, and tender to his wife and child and to his relatives our sincerest sympathy in this their hour of sorrow.

After reading the report of the committee, Mr. Bunn proceeded to speak of the deceased jurist, saying that his acquaintance with Judge Gallagher began in 1853, upon the occasion of his first visit to Decatur. At that time he lived in Vandalia. Since that time their intercourse had been continuous and of the most pleasant character. From the time of Judge Gallagher's removal to Decatur, in 1856, the speaker had been intimately associated with him in the practice of the law, and he referred feelingly and eloquently to the many amiable qualities of the deceased - of his tenderness of heart; his freedom from everything like animosity towards any man, nothwithstanding his hatred of everything like dishonesty. To his intimate friends he was always ready to give kind and valuable counsel, yet he never imposed himself upon anybody. When he had no kind word to say of anybody, he had no ill ones. Though not demonstrative he enjoyed the society of his friends. He was ever kind to his brethren in the profession, and especially to the younger member of the bar. It seemed to be a gratification to him to assist them. He was a law-abiding, moral man - always interested in every undertaking that was calculated to bring about good to the community. In sentiment he was a temperence mind. He had a high appreciation of every effort made for the advancement of the cause of temperence. The speaker referred to the assistance rendered by Judge Gallagher to the cause, as represented by the Women's Christian Temperence Union. Towards his family he was a kind and gentle as ever mortal man could be - He had a high appreciated of the domestic relation - he loved little children. As a lawyer Judge Gallagher was one of the most successful. He was a fair lawyer in his treatment of his opponent - always honorable, and never trying to misrepresent what seemed to be the truth in the case. His legal knowledge was equal, in the speaker's opinion, to that of any man he knew. He was learned in the law, and knew how to apply its principles to the business of the country. He never had any trouble in reaching the essence of the question - and his aim always was to arrive at what was real justice in the case. As a judge he stood deservedly high, and during his term of office became deservedly popular. The bar throughout the state learned to appreciate him, and soon came to regard him as one of the best judges in the state. It seemed that he had been created on purpose for a judge. Possessing a keen sense of justice and right he had but one desire, and that was to find out the real facts in the case, and then to apply the law to them, and thus attain the end sought for - justice. He was a candid man; he could lay aside every tendency to partiality, and do exact justice to all parties. No man, however low, however degraded, who was tried before him could say that Judge Gallagher was not fair to him. He was kind in his intercourse with the bar as he was on all other occasions. He was careful to give offense to no one. When he decided a case he did it in such a way that it never gave offense to the defeated party. Gov. Palmer had said to the speaker that he thought Judge Gallagher had the finest "touch" of any judge before whom he had ever practiced. Mr. Bunn closed with an eloquent tribute to the memory of Judge Gallagher.

Captain Post said it was a great pleasure to talk about Judge Gallagher, as it was to associate with him in life. He had a good many peculiarities which distinguished him from the ordinary run of men. He had nothing of vanity about him, but a vast amount of pride. He was proud of his own opinions, proud of good opinion of his friends. It was an honest pride, a justifiable pride. The speaker first met Judge Gallagher at Shelbyville about thirty years ago. Soon afterwards he met him at Vandalia, and heard him argue a case, and made up his mind that the young man had a remarkably clear mind. He was a close student, and realized that there was no future for a lawyer who did not study. The speaker never knew Arthur J. Gallagher to be unjust, either at the bar or on the bench. He was a social man, loved his friends, and liked to be with them. The speaker spoke at length of the judge's habits. But he had passed away, and left the world of good behind him.

Mr. Buckingham, in seconding the motion of Mr. Bunn, said he found Judge Gallagher one of nature's noblemen, a true gentlemen. His word was as good as his bond. He was truthfulness itself. No man had a better friend.

Gov. Oglesby said he came to listen, and had not intended to speak. He said it must be a great consolation to Judge Gallagher's friends to know that he had the good opinion of his brother lawyers. Next to that higher hope which all men have when they face death this must be the most pleasant. He had been a partner of the deceased, and had a high appreciation of his abilities. He was not a showy man in speech. Neither he nor his predecessor, Judge Emerson, were fluent speakers, but both were eminent in their prfound knowledge of the law. We shall miss him. His absence will be felt. He seemed to have dropped into our midst from a foreigh world. He seldom referred to his history, as he seldom did to that of others. The loss of such men as Emerson and Gallagher (for the speaker could not separate them) was a calamity to all, but their examples should show the younger members of the bar how well it is for them to strike for the highest points in the profession. Every young lawyer must feel that they are fortunate in having such examples before them. - Judge Gallagher, may have had his faults, but the speaker could not name them. He was as clear of faults as it falls to the lot of mortal man to be. During his intercourse with Judge Gallagher he had never heard him utter an unkind word or criticism upon a brother lawyer. The speaker knew Judge Gallagher when he was as poor as any man could be - when he had mortgaged his last book to pay a debt; but he was just as hopeful as ever. He was free from the frivolities of life, from all the trashy philosophies of the times. He died lamented by all.

Judge Nelson next spoke. For 22 years he had walked beside Judge Gallagher amid the trying vicissitudes of a lawyer's life. They had been engaged together and adversely. He had learned to recognize him a model lawyer. He possessed in an eminent degree those qualities which go to make the lawyer. His peculiar amiability was the gracefulness that _ the brave man and always excited the admiration of those who knew him best. His relations with the deceased had always been of the most pleasant character. The speaker spoke of the last meeting he had with the deceased, and of the pleasure its memories afforded him. All of us have occasion to imitate his character and habits as a lawyer. Judge Nelson, with much emotion and faltering voice, paid an eloquent tribute to the memory of his deceased friend.

S.G. Malone spoke of the manner in which the deceased came to be a candidate for the bench. He had not sought the office; it was the free gift of those who knew him best and admired him most.

Judge Smith said: The resolutions presented by the committee of this bar to the full meeting of the bar and now asked to be entered of record in this court, very appropriately express the feelings I entertain toward our departed freind and brother, so far as words can photograph the thoughts and promptings of the soul, and yet they are but the tinkling cymbal and sounding brass, the hollow reverberation of the strong emotions of the soul that can find no words to give utterance to what it feels. In this busy and active life we are again called to stand in the presence of the great reaper who has cut down at our very side a loved and loving friend.

On last Monday, the 23d, Arthur J. Gallagher's life and light went out. He laid down the burthens, cares and joys of this life, and exchanged its stern realities and fitful dreams for the mysteries and rest of the grave; and we are met here, we with whom he lived and labored more intimately than all others, to pay the last sad tribute of love to his memory ere we shall lay his body to rest in peace in the _ of our common brother in the shadows and peace of the groves.

For many years I have known Judge Gallagher, and for the greater portion of that time I have known him intimately. It was my good fortune to share his friendship and, to a large degree, his confidence. I have known him at the bar, on the bench, in society and around his own fireside. As a lawyer, it is not saying too much to say that all in all, he was the peer of any lawyer in the State. With a marvelously clear and comprehensive mind, habits of industry, a large and varied practice involving great interests, he rose rapidly to a just and honorable distinction in his profession, until at last he stood among the foremost of the known and recognized masters of his profession. The law was a goddess to him, at whose shrine he constantly worshiped with the most unrelenting devotion. Here he drank deeply and freely from the fountains of learning and wisdom of the ages, until his mind became a store-house, filled with the ripest knowledge of his profession, from which he might always draw without stint, and to the advantage of those he sought to instruct. He was never boisterous or rude to his antagonist _ of his _ and power he was dignified and courteous in all his intercourse with men.

Brave and determined in all things as Jove, he was yet modest and gentle as a woman. In nothing did his high character as a lawyer appear more clearly than his sincere and modest purpose to be a faithful and correct advisor of the court.

After winning the rewards, distinctions and honors of his profession as a lawyer, he was called to the bench by the almost unanimous voice of his district to discharge the most arduous and responsible duties of a judge. Here it was that he justified the partiality and discernment of his friends. Every trait of his character and his education were but so many arguments in favor of his fitness for the bench. He brought to the discharge of the duties of his office the learning and experience which a large and varied practice had given him. Through that same mistaken policy which has always required too much work at the hands of the judges of this State, Judge Gallagher found, on coming to the bench, a circuit twice as large as it was possible for any man to keep up; but with a determination worthy of all honor he struggled against hope for six long years, working early and late, trying to do what he could not do. He loved justice and right and hated all wrong, fraud and injustice with a perfect mind. He had a wonderful keen eye for a rogue and took delight in visiting upon all fraudulent tricks and devices the just condemnation they deserved. He carried to the bench that same gentle and patient quality of heart and mind which had distinguished him at the bar above his brethren. He face was an immovable on the bench as the Sphynx. No lawyer could ever tell, from any manifestations of his while hearing an argument, what the judgment would be. He had that rare quality of listening patiently and quietly to what was said, and determining at once between plausible error and naked truth. No man ever sat upon the bench who was more justly beloved by the bar and the people than Judge Gallagher, nor more deeply mourned by those who knew him best.

I knew him around his hearthstone, as he sat by his wife and his boy, when the shades of night called him from the cares of the day to the sweet amenities and loves of home. There I knew him and his faithful and loving wife, as gracious and intimate friends. It appeared to be a happy home. He loved his wife and boy with a strange, strong love. They clung to him and always dreaded his absence and loved his coming, though sometimes love looked through streaming eyes and felt with an aching heart.

But alas! at the very noonday of his life and of his usefulness, the turmoil and labor of this life, to the repose of the grave. In a few brief hours, with loving hands and aching hearts, we shall carry him to his final home on earth, and water his grave with our tears. A we mourn over his ashes and bid him a long farewell, let us not forget what he taught us while living, nor the sad and solemn warning we have in his dying. Let us cherish his memory, his friendships, and his honor as souvenirs of his life. Let us remember tenderly his wife and boy, in their deep affliction; and while we bow with them in submission to the will of the Master, we must stand dumb in the presence of their greater calamity and sorrow but knowing still that our heart feel tenderly for them in the bitterness of their grief.

And now at last our brother, our friend, though cold in death's embrace, yet still perchance, the loved and loving spirit hovers near to hear our last and long farewell. Peace to thy precious dust, and rest to thy gentle spirit.

The resolutions will be spread at large upon the records of this court, and the court will now adjourn until to-morrow morning, as a token of respect for the deceased.

Colonel Wolfe, of Champaign, who had come into the room during the remarks of Judge Smith, was invited to speak, and said that the bar of his county would be represented at the funeral. In a few well chosen words Col. Wolfe paid a high tribute to the memory of the deceased.

Court then adjourned for the day.

Decatur Daily Republican, 25 Jun 1879

JUDGE GALLAGHER'S FUNERAL

The people of Decatur never witnessed such a large funeral as that of Judge Gallagher yesterday. The preliminaries having heretofore been published, it is not necessary to refer to them again.

At 2:30 o'clock the members of the bar assembled at the court house, and were escorted to the late residence of the deceased by the Decatur Band, the Guards under the command of Lieut. Elwood, the Macon county veterans commanded by Capt. George S. Durfee, and a squad of Mexican war veterans under command of Col. Forman, President of the State Association. As the procession left the court house, under the charge of Hon. Wm. B. Chambers,the stores and business houses throughout the city closed their doors, and did not open again until after the funeral. Arriving at the residence the procession halted, and, facing the sidewalk, remained in that position until the funeral cortege had passed from the house to the church. The pall-bearers were Gov. Oglesby, Judge Smith, Capt. Post, and ex-mayors Priest, Hill and Peddecord. The casket was covered with U.S. flags, one being the weather-stained colors of Co. C, Fourth Illinois Volunteers - Decatur's old Mexican war company. Arriving at the church door, the body was taken in charge by a squad of veterans, and borne on their shoulders to the bier in front of the altar, the organ meanwhile playing a solemn funeral march. The floral decorations were profuse, including anchors, harps, crosses, etc.

The exercises opened with a voluntary by a select choir, after which Father Crissey offered a brief prayer, and then delivered a short sermon from the text: "Bur there is a spirit in man; and the inspiration of the Almighty giveth them understanding." Rev. Dr. Goodwin made a closing prayer, and while the choire chanted, "It is well," the casket was opened and the vast audience passed in procession to take a last look at the features of the dead.

The procession was then re-formed, and to the slow, sad music of the funeral march, wended its way to Greenwood cemetery, where, on a beautiful knoll, the mortal remains of Arthur J. Gallagher were buried from mortal sight. The veterans fired three volleys over the grave of their late comrade, and the immense concourse of people dispersed to their homes. It was the most imposing funeral ever witnessed in Decatur.

Decatur Weekly Republican, 3 Jul 1879

Relatives in Decatur received messages Monday night telling of the death of J.J. Gallagher in Chicago Monday. Mrs. Gallagher was formerly Miss Mary Fitzpatrick who resided here quite a number of years ago. Mrs. Johanna Fitzpatrick, J. Carroll Fitzpatrick and Miss Sadie Skelley left Tuesday afternoon for Chicago to attend the funeral.

Decatur Daily Review, Decatur, IL, Tuesday, 24 May 1921, pg. 16

GALLAGHER - John J. Gallagher, beloved husband of Mary G. Gallagher, nee Fitzpatrick, father of Gertrude M., Alice, Daniel J., and Arthur J. Gallagher.

Funeral Thursday, May 26, at 9:30 a.m. from his residence, 1844 Farwell Av. to St. Jerome's church, where high mass will be celebrated. Autos to Calvary.

Chicago Tribune, 25 May 1921, pg. 19

Mary G. Gallagher, nee Fitzpatrick, of 1844 Farwell avenue, beloved wife of the late John J., fond mother of Gertrude M., Daniel J., Arthur J., and the late Alice M., sister of Elizabeth Skelley and Richard Fitzpatrick. Funeral Monday, Aug. 24, at 10 a.m., from funeral home, 1359 Devon avenue, at Glenwood, to St. Jerome's church and Calvary. Please omit flowers.

Chicago Tribune, (IL), 22 Aug 1942

The body of the late Dr. Charles W. Gambrille arrived in Decatur Saturday morning from Jacksonville, where Friday the doctor died of liver trouble in the insane hospital. The body was taken to Bullards undertaking rooms and the funeral was held Saturday afternoon at 1 oclock. Rev S H Bower pastor of the Fast Baptist church, officiated and the interment was in Greenwood. Mrs. S.A. Crandle and daughter of Chicago were here to attend the funeral. They are at the Decatur hotel.

The Daily Review, Decatur, Illinois, Saturday, 5 Sep 1903, pg. 7

CEDRIC DUNCAN CANNOT LIVE

Nine Year Old Boy at St. Marys With No Chance for Life

Cedric Duncan, a 8 year old Lintner boy who was seriously stabbed and slashed by his half crazed grandfather, Dr. W.T. Gannon, was brought to St. Marys hospital Friday nights. At 1 oclock Saturday afternoon he was barely alive and was not expected to live till night.

FUNERAL OF DR. GANNON

The funeral of Dr. Gannon, who while insane, slashed the boy Friday noon and then killed himself, was held at A.C. Duncans residence at 9 oclock Saturday morning. Rev. John Arnold conducted the last services. The interment was in the LaPlace cemetery.

STORY OF THE CUTTING

Dr. Gannon had a terrible temper. said Mrs. Barbara Gannon, his widow, Saturday morning I have no doubt that he attacked Cedric in one of his fits of fury. After he recovered from his attacks of violent anger, he always repented and that was probably what caused him to kill himself. An announcement of the suicide and attempted murder in Fridays Review caused a sensation throughout this section of the state, as the Gannons and Duncans were well known. A.C. Duncan, father of the attacked lad, is part owner in a general store in Lintner.

BROTHER GAVE ALARM

Both Kenneth and Helen Duncan, two of the Duncan children, were at the home of their grandmother, Mrs. Barbara Gannon on North Clinton Street, Saturday. Kenneth was with his brother when the old man made the attack and it was he who first gave the alarm and brought assistance. Kenneth told his story, brokenly, as follows.

Cedric and I had been playing in the back yard. We had been out getting some hay in the wagon and grandpa had objected to our taking the wagon. So when we came back we started to build a tent in the yard. Grandpa came out and told us to stop playing that we were not doing anything right and wed better quit before we tore up everything.

OLD MAN LOOKED WILD

Well, we didnt pay much attention to him. Grandpa is such a funny fellow. Hes always fighting with us. Papa bought us a set of tools to build houses with, but grandpa took them away from us and hid them in his room. So when grandpa told us to quit playing, mamma came out of the house and said.

Cant you let the children alone. They are not bothering you.

Grandpa looked awful wild out of his eyes and I was afraid of him. His long, black whiskers bristled out from his chin and his eyes seemed to glow like two balls of fire. He looked like Blue Beard in my story-book as he stood there clenching his hands. Then he turned abruptly and went upstairs to his room.

Well, Cedric and I wanted some of our books up in grandpas room, so we started up after them. I arrived at the door first. He stood there and looked at me so funny that I was afraid and didnt go in. Then Cedric went in and I went back down stairs.

BEATING HIM WITH BOLT

When I arrived at the bottom of the stairs I stopped and listened. Everything was still, awful still, and I felt terribly lonely. Then I heard the most horrible scream coming from grandpas room. I turned and ran upstairs. I looked in the door and saw the old man with his hands on Cedrics throat, beating him on the head with a heavy iron bolt.

I ran down stairs and then to fathers store nearby. I cried out, Grandpa is killing Cedrick. Father ran back to the house. Thats all I know if it. At this point the boy broke out crying.

USED A POCKET KNIFE

Gannon slashed the boy with a pocket knife in five places in front and back of the body. Then he cut the lads throat from ear to ear, narrowly missing the jugular vein. He then picked up a square headed bolt and beat the boy over the head with it. Then the boy broke loose, ran out and fell exhausted from the loss of blood at the foot of the stairs.

Gannon then shut his door, picked up his gun, lay down on the couch, pressed the muzzle against his eye and pulled the trigger. The bullet crashed through his brain and death was instantaneous.

BROUGHT TO DECATUR

The injured boy was placed on a couch and efforts were made to stop the flow of blood. Physicians were called from nearby towns, but the boy had lost much blood before they arrived. The boy was brought to Decatur at 9 oclock Friday night and was taken immediately to St. Marys hospital, where his injuries were addressed.

Dr. Gannon always was a shiftless fellow, said Mrs. Barbara Gannon We have been married for forty-three years and during that time I have supported him all but four years. We have never been divorced nor have we separated but he went out to live with my daughter and her husband because I was unable to care for him any longer.

HAD TERRIBLE TEMPER

He was at one time considered a bright man, but his temper always got him into trouble. He and I never had any quarrels because I knew enough not to say anything when he got one of his attacks of anger.

Mrs. Duncan told me that he has been acting strangely lately, and perhaps he was a little insane. But whenever he became angry he was always repentant afterward and would ask pardon from those whom he had injured. I think it was his repentant mood that caused him to kill himself.

MOTHER MAY GO INSANE

I am taking care of my daughters two other children while she remains with Cedric at St. Marys Hospital. I think if the boy dies she will go insane herself.

Dr. Gannon was 73 years of age. Mrs. Gannon is 69. She has lived in Decatur for thirty-seven years in her house at 920 North Clinton street. Cedric Duncan is 8 years old, Kenneth is 10 and Helen is 4.

The Daily Review, Decatur, Illinois, Saturday, 31 Aug 1907, pg. 1

DIES WEEK AFTER DEATH OF BABY

Mrs. Tessie V. Garrett Expires At St. Mary's

Mrs. Tessie Viola Garrett of Harristown died Tuesday morning at St. Mary's hospital where she has been in critical condition for several days. She was brought in from Harristown about a week ago, ill from influenza and pneumonia, and on Sunday gave birth to a baby boy who died at birth. The body of the child has been held and will be buried at the same time as the mother. The husband is now seriously ill with influenza at his home.

Mrs. Garrett would have been twenty years old on Jan. 8. She was born in Niantic, and was the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. J.M.M. Stemmitt of that place. She is survived by a brother, Walter of Springfield, a sister, Mrs. Birdie Monical of Buffalo, a brother Herbert of Niantic, a sister, Mrs. Ella Allison of South Dakota, and two sisters and a brother, Edith, Pauline and Willie at home.

Decatur Review, 17 December 1918

SICK HUSBAND SEES DEAD WIFE

Funeral of Mrs. Tessie Garret is Held

The body of Mrs. Tessie M. Garrett and that of her baby, in one casket, were taken to Niantic by James J. Moran Wednesday afternoon. The double funeral will be held there at 10:30 o'clock Thursday morning and the interment will be in the Long Point cemetery. Mr. Garrett is ill at Harristown, and on the way to Niantic the hearse stopped at Harristown that he might look at the bodies.

Decatur Review, 18 Dec 1918

The funeral of Mrs. Tessie Garrett was held Thursday morning at 10:30 o'clock at Long Point cemetery. The pallbearers were Herschel and Charles Venvenuto, Otto Brock, Russell Garrett, Anderson Allison and Fred Monical. Singers were Sarah Everett, Emma Cross, Nellie Moore, and Cora Cowden. The flower girls were Dollie Eppley, Leota Glossner and Fay Hallett.

Decatur Review, 20 Dec 1918

SHOT THROUGH BRAIN

Abe Garver Killed Seven Miles West of Springfield

HE THREATENED A WOMAN

Her Son Followed and Did the Shooting

Abraham M. Graver of Decatur was killed Tuesday afternoon seven miles west of Springfield by John J. King, who lives in the neighborhood. Garver was killed with a shoot from a revolver through the brain. The man who did the killing at once gave himself up to the officers. There was no witness to the killing.

THREATENED A WOMAN

The trouble started with Mrs. King, mother of the man who did the killing. Garver called at the home when she was in the house alone. He got a drink of water at the well and then, according to the story of Mrs. King, rapped on the kitchen door and asked for work. She had no work for him to do. Then he asked for something to eat. The woman told him she had nothing for him. The woman says he then looked wicked and remarked: By God I have served time in the penitentiary for having stabbed two women and am willing to serve more to stab another. I have burned houses, too.

TOLD HER SON

Naturally Mrs. King was frightened and as Garver entered the kitchen she fled from the house and hunted the men folk. She found her son, the man who did the killing, and informed him of all that had happened. Garver had left the house and started away in his wagon. The son got a horse from the barn and started in pursuit. The son, Johnson J. King tells the story of pursuit and killing as follows.

KINGS STORY

It was 1:30 oclock when I started after the man. I dismounted when I reached the wagon, and tied my horse to the fence. The old man admitted that he had visited fathers home, but denied that he made threats against my mother. I asked him to accompany me home and have the affair investigated, but he refused. I then told him that he would have to go with me. He attempted to drive on but I prevented him, and he climbed from his wagon. He approached me with a broomcorn knife gripped tightly in his right hand. We wrestled, and he slashed me with his knife on the left side and cut my thumb. Then I drew my revolver and fired two shots. He fell to the ground, bleeding from the head, and I left him. We both struck and received blows before I fired.

BODY LEFT IN ROAD

After killing Garver, King remounted his horse and road homeward, leaving the dead body of Garver in the road fifteen yards behind his untied team. Deputies were immediately dispatched to the scene. Before the police arrived the news quickly spread in the vicinity, and a crowd of farmers gathered about the lifeless body of the dead man, which lay in a pool of blood with a gaping bullet wound in the skull just over the left eye. Still clinched in the hand of the soldier was the knife with which he sought to defend himself.

THERE IS A NOTHER STORY

It was the opinion of the officers that the old man had been first shot while he stood in the wagon, and later mortally injured when he approached King upon the ground. The circumstantial evidence is said not to bear out the story of the man who did the killing. The side of the wagon in which Garver was is badly smeared with blood. There must have been fighting in or very near the wagon.

A DECATUR MAN

Abraham Graver was well known in Decatur and had lived in or near Decatur the greater part of his life. Felix Garver a brother, resides at 248 Wabash Avenue, Abe Graver has a wife living in Terra Haute, whom he has been separated for twenty-five years. He also has three sons, Sherman, Ulysses and Plumis, and a daughter, Mrs. Cora Davis, all of whom reside in Terre Haute. Felix Graver was notified of the death of his brother Tuesday night and notified the relatives in Terre Haute. Abe Gravers son-in-law sent a message Thursday asking when the funeral would be held and Felix Garver sent back word that no arrangements had been made at this end. It is expected that the wife and sons of Mr. Garver will arrange for the disposal of his body. Felix Garver Thursday knew nothing of the killing of his brother except what he had read in the paper.

MEMBER OF DUNHAM POST

Abe Graver was the son of the late David Garver. He was born in Pennsylvania and was 71 years old. He was quite a character and was peculiar in his ways. In his earlier days he was a farmer and lived northeast of the city. During the Civil war he served as a soldier and was a member of Dunham Post No. 141, G. A. R. Since the war he has not done much and for a long time lived alone.

Last May while driving in a wagon at the corner of North Edward and Green Street he was struck by a streetcar and badly hurt. For a time it was thought he could not recover. When he did get better he was sent to the Old Soldiers Home, but left that place last July and came back to Decatur. He has lately been living at the residence of Frank Carr on East William Street but he went away from there about two weeks ago and it was not known just where he went. His relatives did not know he was in Springfield. Mr Graver had a horse and wagon and it was his habit to drive out and go where he pleased.

ILL NATURED

Abe Graver was ill natured and very peculiar. He had a quarrelsome way and was always ready for a fight. He figured in a good many lawsuits. When he was taken to the hospital after his injury he was very hard to manage and as soon as he was better it was thought advisable to send him to the soldiers home. Many persons regarded Mr. Garver as being mentally unbalanced. David M. Garver, a brother, was killed a few months ago while working at his sawmill northeast of Decatur.

The Daily Review, Decatur, Illinois, Wednesday, 12 Nov 1902, pg. 1

MILITARY FUNERAL

For A.M. Garver

Sons Will Investigate Killing

The Springfield Register, speaking of the funeral of Abraham Graver says the funeral services were held at 3:31 p. m. Thursday from the undertaking establishment of Charles T. Bisch, and were in charge of Stephenson Post, No. 30, G. A. R. of Springfield. An American flag was wrapped about the casket of the old soldier, and the G.A.R. ritual was pronounced by Captain P. W. Harts, in the absence of Chaplin Stevenson.

Over the grave in Oak Ridge Cemetery "Taps" were sounded, and a salute fired. Captain P.W. Harts, Major D. C. Brinkerhoff, Seoll Oder and Colonel Lincoln Duboise acted as pallbearers. Felix M Garver of Decatur, brother of the deceased, and Sheridan Ulysses and Plumis Garver of Terre Haute. Ind., three sons of the soldier, arrived in Springfield Thursday morning and were present for the funeral.

SONS WILL INVESTIGATE

The brother and three sons of the dead man visited the county jail in the afternoon to see the man who had slain their brother and parent, but they spoke no word to King. The sons are not entirely satisfied with the investigation given the crime by the authorities and will remain in the city several days to conduct a personal investigation.

The Daily Review, Decatur, Illinois, Friday, 14 Nov 1902, pg. 1

STRONG FEELING AGAINST KING

Springfield People Believe He Had Little Provocation

The funeral of Abraham Garver who was killed near Springfield Tuesday afternoon, was held yesterday at Springfield under the auspices of the G.A.R. Felix Garver of this city and two sons of Abraham Garver from Terre Haute attended the services.

Mr. Felix Garver returned to the city last evening and says the feeling against King is very strong. The people believe he had insufficient provocation for killing the old man.

Decatur Herald, Decatur, Illinois, Friday, 14 Nov 1902, pg. 8

GARVERS ARE SATISFIED

Have No Intention of Conducting a Personal Investigation of Murder

It was stated in the evening paper that the Garver family of this city was dissatisfied with the investigation of the authorities at Springfield into the murder of Abraham Garver. F. M. Garver called at the Herald office last evening and denied that this was true. On the contrary he says that the family is entirely satisfied with the investigation and has no intensions of pursuing the matter further on their own responsibility.

Decatur Herald, Decatur, Illinois, Tuesday, 18 Nov 1902, pg. 2

Read about the murder trial.

Died, November 24, 1870, Mrs. Anna Mary Garver, wife of David Garver, aged 58 years 3 months and 9 days. Her death was occasioned by palsy. The remains of deceased were followed to the grave by a large concourse of friends and relatives. Funeral services at the Garver Church by the Rev. H.E. Long.

Decatur Review, 1 Dec 1870

UNCLE DAVID GARVER DEAD

One of the Oldest Settlers of Macon County Passes Away in Oregon.

The news was received to-day of the death of Uncle David Garver, who passed away on Monday, Sept. 21, in Oregon, where he had been spending the summer, accompanied by his daughter, Mrs. Diehl. There are no particulars of his last hours; but it has been known generally to Republican readers that Mr. Garver has been in failing health for a number of years caused by the burden of time. He died at the age of 82 years, the end of an honored life of rectitude and usefulness. He came to Macon county in 1840 and turned his attention to farming pursuits, and soon amassed a fortune. At one time he was interested largely in the present Hatfield mill. He has been president of the Garver Family Reunion Association since its first meeting in 1885, and was re-elected to the same position last August, though he was not present in person. His children are F.M. Garver and David M. Garver, of Decatur; Mrs. J. Schock of Oreana, and Abraham Garver, who resides in the west, Mrs. Barbara Gannon, of Decatur, and Andrew M. Garver, of Oakley.

Mr. Garver was born in Lancaster county, Pa., May 11, 1809. In Dauphin county in 1830, the deceased married Mary Malehorn; the couple lived in Pennsylvania until 1840. Seven children were born to them, and all arrived in Macon county July 13, 1840, in company with Joseph Rife and George Gepford. They came through in wagons, and were on the road eight weeks. Mr. Garver, as above stated, located in Whitmore township. He became a stock raiser, and also engaged in the improvement of farms; he build seven farm houses. He had been school trustee, school director and school treasurer, and was one of the commissioners appointed to lay off the county into townships in company with John Rucker and James Dingman. There were ten children in the family.

David Garver was at the head of one of the oldest and most numerous families in Macon county. He was a descendant of Jacob Gerber, a native of Switzerland, who came to America in 1730 and settled in Lancaster county, Pa. One of Jacob's three sons was Jacob Gerber, whose children came to Illinois. One of the sons, Christian Gerber, married an English woman and the family name was changed by the wife to Garver. He was the father of the original Garvers of the county. His children were John, Jacob, David, Samuel, Christian, Elizabeth, Nancy, Rachel and Barbara Garver. Uncle David was the only survivor of the Christian Garver branch of the family. He, with John, Jacob and Christian Garver formed the Garver settlement northeast of Decatur 50 years ago.

The remains of Mr. Garver will arrive in Decatur from Oregon on Saturday next.

Decatur Weekly Republican, 24 Sep 1891

FUNERAL OF DAVID GARVER

Large Attendance of Friends - Sermon by Rev. A. Wimsett, of Streator

The funeral of the late David Garver took place on Sunday afternoon from the Brick church in Whitmore township, within half a mile of the old Garver farm in the Garver settlement, where the deceased began his busy life when he came to Macon county from Pennsylvania in July, 1840. As has been stated in a previous article, Mr. Garver had been very feeble for a number of years, and he went west two years ago hoping that the change would do him good. He was accompanied by his daughter, Mrs. Annie Diehl, who was with him when he died at Curvalis, Oregon, on September 21, in the 83d year of his age. He was bedfast only a week before his death, and retained consciousness to the last. The body was brought to Decatur by the daughter, arriving here at 2:30 o'clock Saturday afternoon. It was taken to the home of Mrs. Diehl on East Prairie street, where on Sunday at 12:30 o'clock brief preliminary services were held, conducted by Rev. J.A.F. King, pastor of the United Brethren church, assisted by the church choir. Rev. King read a scriptural selection and offered prayer. There were many friends of the deceased and of the family present. At the close of the service the very long procession was formed and moved to Whitmore township where at the Brick church at 3:30 o'clock the final services were observed. Old friends and neighbors had assembled in large numbers to pay their last respects to the departed. Rev. A. Wimsett, of Streator, Ill., who was named by the deceased in his lifetime to conduct the services, was present to officiate. He selected for his texts Hebrews ix-27; Revelations xiv-13, and St. John xi-23, and delivered a strong discourse prefaced with a tribute to the deceased, speaking especially of his uniform kindness to friends, many of whom he had assisted financially and by his wise councels. The eulogy was well deserved.

In the large assembly were the seven living children of the deceased and a great number of relatives, some of whom had come a great distance to be present at the obsequies.

The remains were placed in the grave near that of the wife of the deceased who preceded him in death some years ago. The pallbeareres were James Millikin, W.L. Hammer, E. McClellan, George Nebinger, Judge W.E. Nelson and B.K. Hamsher.

Decatur Weekly Republican, 1 Oct 1891

VIOLENT DEATH

It Came To D.M. Garver at His Saw Mill at Oreana

WAS A MAN WIDELY KNOWN

D.M. Garver, a well known citizen of Decatur, was killed Saturday at his saw mill near Oreana. About 11 o'clock he was feeding the saw and was ripping a piece off of a two-inch board when a piece of the cut-off caught in the teeth of the saw and was thrown with great violence in his direction. One fragment struck him between the fifth and sixth ribs, crushing them in and causing injuries from which he died about half an hour later.

The first message reached Decatur about 1 o'clock and stated that Mr. Garver had been injured. His sons left at once for the mill with the Dawson ambulance, expecting to bring him to Decatur for treatment.

David M. Garver was the son of the late David Garver and was born in Lancaster, Pa. He was 62 years old. For many years he lived at Monticello and in the year 1890 moved to Decatur. At Monticello he was a cattle dealer and at one time operated a tile factory. For some time past he owned and operated the saw mill where he was killed.

Mr. Garver was married August 16, 1868, to Mary Hursh, who survives him. He also leaves two sons, Walter Garver, who conducts a store in Decatur, and Harry Garver, who is a stenographer at the office of the Standard Oil company. Two daughters also survive. They are Mrs. Catherine Shook of California and Mrs. Barbara Gannon of Decatur.

An inquest was held at the scene of the accident Saturday afternoon and the jury returned a verdict in accordance with the facts.

The remains were brought to Decatur and taken to the family residence, 519 East William street. The funeral arrangements will be announced later.

Decatur Herald, 10 Jun 1902

The funeral of David M. Garver will be held Tuesday at 2:30 p.m. from the residence, 519 East William street. The interment wil be at Boiling Springs cemetery.

Decatur Herald, 10 Jun 1902

GARVER'S DEATH Caused by Board Striking Him in the Side

Never Spoke After He Was Hit

Body to Decatur

The inquest over the remains of David M. Garver, who was killed at his sawmill near Oreana Saturday, was held by Coroner Dawson Saturday afternoon at the place where the accident occurred. Mr. Garver when killed was running the saw. According to the testimony, a strip of wood, which had been sawed off a board and had fallen alongside of the saw, was picked up by the saw and thrown over the disc and broken and a piece hit Mr. Garver an the left side between the fifth and six rib. The flesh was cut and the ribs crushed and an internal hemorrhage followed.

DID NOT SPEAK

Mr. Garver lived but a short time after the accident and was not conscious. A physician was called but did not arrive until after Mr. Garver had died. W.J. Ward, who was running the engine, testified that he heard the noise and the saw the Mr. Garver had been hurt and went to him, but the injured man was unconscious and did not speak after the accident happened.

James Goodrick and Jerome Cundiff, both of whom were employed at the sawmill, testified, Dr. C. A. Mallory, who was called, testified as to the nature of the injuries. The jury returned a verdict that Mr. Garver came to his death by being accidentally struck by a piece of timber thrown by a circular saw in the mill where he was sawing timber. The jurors were E.W. Slater, S. _ . McConnell, M.C. Cundiff, D.W. Weakley, John T. Irwin and C.F. James.

The body was brought to Decatur and taken to the residence, 419 Est William Street. The funeral arrangements have not been made.

The Daily Review, Decatur, Illinois, Sunday, 8 Jun 1902, pg. 6

D.M. Garvers Funeral

The funeral of the late David M. Garver will be held Tuesday at 2:30 p.m. from the residence, 419 East William Street. The burial will be in Boiling Springs Cemetery.

The Daily Review, Decatur, Illinois, Monday, 8 Jun 1902, pg. 8

Garver Funeral

The funeral of the late D. M. Garver was held Tuesday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock from the family residence 519 East William Street. Rev. C.A. Thorn, pastor of the U. B. Church, officiated and the church choir furnished the music. The burial was at the Boiling Springs cemetery.

The Daily Review, Decatur, Illinois, Tuesday, 10 Jun 1902, pg. 1

OLD SETTLER GONE

David W. Garver Died at His Home This Morning

HAS LIVED FIFTY YEARS - And More and Died on the Place Where His Father Settled

Survived by Wife and Seven Children

From the Daily of Friday - David W. Garver, one of the old pioneers of Macon county, died this morning at 7:30 o'clock at his home eight miles northeast of the city, aged 68 years. His death was caused by cancer of the stomach, a disease with which he has suffered for some time.

David W. Garver was born in Dalton county, Pa., and was the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Garver. At the age of ten years he came with his parents to Macon county and his father settled on the old Garver place. He has lived on the place and died on the same farm on which his father settled nearly 50 years ago. Mr. Garver was widely known and highly respected throughout the country. He is related to the well known Garver family.

Mr. Garver is survived by a wife and seven children whose names are as follows; Mrs. Nancy Lichtenberger of Long Creek, Mrs. Ellen Reddick of Hammond, Mrs. Angeletta Barnett of Harristown, Mrs. Alice Phillips of Taylorville, Miss Edith Garver, who lives at home, James Garver, who resides hear the home place and Robert Garver of Green's Switch. The deceased was a member of the United Brethren church and was also a member of the Macon County Old Settler's association.

Decatur Weekly Republican, 21 Jul 1898

Fay, the 19 months old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Garver, died Monday at her parents' apartments in the Wingate block. Consumption was the cause of death. The funeral was held at 11 o'clock this forenoon from the residence and the burial was at Greenwood cemetery.

Daily Republican (Decatur), 13 Sep 1898

Felix Garver Commits Suicide With a Revolver Due to Despondency

Standing up behind the stove, cold in death, the body of Felix Garver, an old resident of Decatur, was found by his son Ira Garver, 1250 East Willard Avenue, about 10 o'clock Sunday morning. Lying on the couch over which the body was standing was a 38-calibre Bull-Dog revolver, and a blackened hole in the right temple indicated the manner of death. Mr Garver in a fit of despondency, had committed suicide.

DEAD HOURS WHEN FOUND

Everything pointed to the fact that the man had been dead several hours. A neighbor woman heard a shot about 8 o clock Saturday night, and it is beloved that that was the shot that ended the life of Felix Garver. Death was evidently instantaneous, he had summoned all his nerve, had braced himself for the deed, and the body did not fall over. The sole of one shoe had caught under the edge of the zinc on which the stove stood, and this helped the body retain its balance.

LIVED WITH SON

Felix M Garver was 67 years old. His wife died several years ago. For a number of years after the death of his wife he lived alone in his home at 248 Wabash Avenue. Last October he sold his home to the Decatur Lumber and Manufacturing Company and since then he had been living with his son, Ira Garver, 1250 East Willard Avenue. About 7:30 Ira Garver went to Dalton City with a number of Odd Fellows to attend a meeting of the lodge there, and his wife and daughter went to the home of Mrs. Garvers sister at the corner of Traver Street and Riverside Avenue, to spend the night as Ira Garver was not to return until Sunday morning.

OLD MAN WRITES NOTE

The old man was left alone in the house and he got to brooding He decided that he was no longer wanted, his actions were being criticized, he had no home and no place to go. These thoughts he put into writing leaving he note on the table in the room where his body was found. The note was addressed to his children, Ira Garver of Decatur and Mrs Dessie Fickes of Warrensburg.

He asked that his body be taken to the C.E. Dawson & Co undertaking establishment, where all his friends might call and see him, and that he finally be buried on the north side of the grave of his wife in the Garver Cemetery, that suitable tombstones be placed at the graves of his wife and elder daughter there, and that after this has been done the remainder of the estate be divided equally between his two children.

SON FINDS BODY

Ira Garver arrived home from Dalton City Sunday morning and first went to the home of his sister-in-law. His wife and daughter were still there and at 10 o'clock they accompanied him to their own home. Felix Garver was not in sight and the house was cold. Ira Garver supposed his father had slept late, so he went into the bedroom occupied by his father and found the body standing up behind the stove as described.

Coroner Buxton was notified and the body was taken to the Dawson & Co. undertaking establishment according to the dead man's request. The inquest was held there at 2 'clock Sunday afternoon and the verdict was that of suicide. Mr. Garver also requested in the note that the lodge to which he belonged, should have charge of the funeral, and this wish will be carried out. The funeral will be held at 9 o'clock Tuesday morning at Dawsons chapel and the internment will be at the Garver Cemetery.

"Felix had been talking suicide for twenty-five years, declared Mrs. A.M. Jones, his sister, Monday morning. He was wounded in the neck in the Civil War and the doctor told us at that time that he would probably lose his mind some time. He often threatened to kill himself, though he never before made any attempt.

The Daily Review, Decatur, Illinois, Monday, 17 Jan 1910, pg. 7

Mrs. C.H. Garver died at her home in Oreana, August 16, 1895, aged 74 years, 2 months, and 15 days. Margaret Gepford was born May 2, 1821 in Lancaster county, Pa. She with her parents, moved to Illinois in 1840 and she was married C.H. Garver November 23, 1843. She was one of the pioneers of Illnois.

Mrs. Garver has been a lifelong member of the U.B. church. Eight children were born, six of whom survive. The children living are Mrs. Geo. Hiser and Mrs. W.F. Jacobs, of Decatur; Mrs. Abraham Hiser, of Oakley; Mrs. Charles Hirsch, of Oreana; J.J. Garver of Cerro Gordo; and Mrs. H.B. Kuhns, of Argenta.

The funeral will be held in the brick church in the Garver neighborhood on Sunday, August 18th, at 10 o'clock a.m.

Daily Republican (Decatur, IL), 16 Aug 1895

The funeral of Mary A. Garver, who died Saturday at her home three miles south of Oreana, was held Monday morning at the Garver church, eight miles northewest of Decatur and the interment was in the adjoining cemetery.

The Daily Review (Decatur), 27 Apr 1903

Maggie, the 9-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Philip Garvin, died of diptheria at 3 a.m., Sunday, Nov., 15, at the family home, No. 1665 Railroad avenue. The funeral was held from the residence this morning at 10:30 o'clock. The burial was at the Catholic church.

Daily Republican (Decatur), 16 Nov 1896

Born: 22 Nov 1852 in Decatur, Macon Co, IL
Died: 11 Apr 1946 in Decatur, Macon Co, IL
Buried: Fairlawn Cem., Macon Co, IL
Parents:
Married: #1 Albert Ross Florey
    #1 Bruce Edwin Gates
Children: Israel & Emma Jeneva Florey, Robert & Jesse Gates

DIED - In this city at the residence of his daughter, Mrs. Joseph Vest, 436 West Cerro Gordo, Nov 2, at 7:30 a.m. of diabetes, Richard Gethard aged 72 years. The deceased was a veteran in the late war in Co. A 41st Ill. Ret. He had been ill two years. The funeral will take place from the family residence at 10 a m tomorrow. Rev. D.P. Bunn officiating.

Decatur Daily Republican, Decatur, Illinois, Wednesday, 25 Nov 1885, pg. 3

DIED - In this city at the residence of his daughter, Mrs. Joseph Vest, 436 West Cerro Gordo, Nov 2, at 7:30 a.m. of diabetes, Richard Gethard aged 72 years. The deceased was a veteran in the late war in Co. A 41st Ill. Ret. He had been ill two years. The funeral will take place from the family residence at 10 a m tomorrow. Rev. D.P. Bunn officiating.

Decatur Daily Republican, Decatur, Illinois, Wednesday, 25 Nov 1885, pg. 3

Death of a Veteran

The funeral of John M. Gault, the druggist, will take place at Maroa on tomorrow. Mr. Gault died on Monday night at Maroa aged 45 years. He served in the late war as a member of Co. C, 116th Illinois Regiment, and lost his right arm. The wound caused his death. He had his arm taken off in the war and the end of the stump had recently caused him pain. A few days ago it commenced to discharge pus, and his whole system became poisoned. He was taken sick before the G.A.R. encampment and could not go to St. Louis as he intended. Mr. G. was a highly esteemed citizen of Maroa. He leaves a family.

Decatur Republican, Decatur, Illinois, Thursday, 6 Oct 1887, pg. 1

The funeral of the late John M. Gault, of Maroa will take place in that village today. He died on Monday evening at the age of 45 years. The deceased was a member of Company C, 110th Illinois Regiment, and lost his right arm in the service, few days ago the end of the stump caused him considerable pain an commenced discharging pus. His entire system became poisoned from the wound and death resulted. The deceased leaves a family. He was a man who was highly respected by all who knew him.

Decatur Daily Review, Decatur, Illinois, Thursday, 6 Oct 1887, pg. 4

Died at Maroa

John M. Gault, the well-known Maroa druggist, died suddenly on Monday night, October 3, aged about 45 years. His death is said to have been caused indirectly by wounds he received while he was in the army. He was a private in Company C of the 116th Illinois Regiment, and was registered as wounded and unable to attend at the mustering out of the regiment. The body was buried Tuesday morning at 10 o'clock at Maroa, the Grand Army man of that place conducting the funeral.

The Saturday Herald, Decatur, Illinois, Saturday, 8 Oct 1887, pg. 1

JOHN M. GEDDES DIES AT AGE 74

Son of One of Decatur's Early Settler

John M. Geddes died at 12:05 Sunday afternoon at his home, 2465 Geddes lane. He was seventy-four years old. He had been in failing health for the last two years. Death followed a second stroke of paralysis.

Mr. Geddes was a son of James Geddes, one of the early settlers of the community and for whom Geddes lane was named. James Geddes and John Sawyer came from Pennsylvania in 1835, when there were but few buildings in Decatur. Most of the houses were log cabins. James Geddes erected a cabin on the site of what is now the Wabash shops. There John M. Geddes was born and grew to manhood. That section has since become one of the busiest industial sections of the city. The house in which Mr. Geddes died is on part of the land entered by his father from the government ninety-two years ago.

FARMED NEAR MACON

John M. Geddes devoted the greater portion of his life to farming near Macon. He retired several years ago and moved to Decatur. His first wife, who was Miss Ellen McLaughlin, died shortly after their marriage. He is survived by his second wife, who was Miss Lina Bafford. There are no children. Beside his wife he leaves a sister, Mrs. Hattie Bills, of Decatur, and four brothers, Lee Geddes of Decatur, George Geddes of Humboldt, Kan., Edward Geddes of Jacksonville and Horatio Geddes of Detroit. The body was taken to Moran & Sons, funeral directors, and prepared for burial.

Decatur Review, 21 Nov 1927

W.R. Gharrett died at 6 oclock Monday at St. Marys hospital. His death was caused by a complication of disease with which he had suffered for a long time. He had been in the hospital for two weeks. The body was taken to the undertaking establishment of Brintlinger & Hawkins and prepared for burial. Mr. Gharrett was for a long time janitor at the Sangamon Street School and was well known.

Mr. Gharrett was 66 years old. He is survived by one sister and six brothers as follows. Mrs Estella McSheary, Frank, Dan and David Gharrett all of Decatur. Peter of Windsor, A.O. Gharrett, Osceola, In. and Joseph of Mattoon.

The funeral will be held Tuesday afternoon at 2:30 oclock from the Brintlinger & Hawkins undertaking rooms. The burial will take place in Greenwood.

The Daily Review, Decatur, Illinois, Monday, 18 Feb 1907, pg. 9

Mr. Jim D. Gharst, 70, of Youngstown, Fla., died Tuesday, Oct 3, 2000, at his home. Born in Decatur, Ill., he moved here in 1978 from Lake Park, Ga. He was retired from the USAF and the US Navy. He is survived by his wife, Betty L Gharst of Youngstown; four sons, Lyndle Gharst and wife, Beverly of Oreana, Ill., Kurk Gharst and Karl Gharst both of Panama City, Krea Gharst and wife Judi of Youngstown; two daughters, Dianne Gray and husband Terry of Lake Park, Ga., and Kyla Cobb and husband Robert of Tellico, TN.; one brother, Burl Gharst and wife Donna of Decatur, Ill.; 15 grandchildren. Graveside funeral services will be conducted on Friday, Oct 6, at 11 a.m. in Bayou George Cemetery with the Rev. RC Warren officiating. Full military honors will be accorded at graveside. The family will receive friends at the funeral home this evening from 6 to 8 p. m.

Panama City News Herald, Panama City, Bay County, Fl

Submitted by: Judi Z Gharst

REV. SOPHIE GIBB DIES IN WEST

Was Pastor of Universalist Church Many Years Ago

News has been received in Decatur of the death of Rev. Sophie Gibb of Los Angeles, Cal., who many years ago was pastor of the Universalist church in this city. Her death occured early in the month.

Mrs. Gibb was well known by the older residents of the city. She had not been in Decatur for about fifteen years. During her pastorate in this city she was much liked. She was a very gifted woman and was a speaker of much ability.

Her husband, Rev. S.F. Gibb, also was pastor of the church in Decatur, being here during war times. He died about a year ago. Some time after his ministry here, his wife became a preacher also.

The Daily Review (Decatur), 28 May 1916

Born: Nov 12, 1868 in Macon Co, IL
Died: 6 Nov 1903 in Moultrie Co. IL
Buried: Macon Cemetery, Macon Co, IL
Parents: Alfred & Sarah (Williams) Florey
Married: Jun 04, 1893 to Ernest L. Gifford
Children:

MAN OF MANY FRIENDS IS DEAD

Never Spoke Unkindly of Any One

NONE AS WELL LIKED

So Optimistic None Realized How Sick He Was

Will J. Gilkeson died at St Mary's hospital at 7 45 Saturday night of complications resulting from the grip.

HIS ILLNESS

He was taken to the hospital at 3 o'clock Tuesday afternoon and few of his friends knew that his trouble was serious He worked up till last Saturday night at Post's jewelry store and drew his pay as usual He had been in ill health for several weeks. At first he suffered with a cold from which he seemed almost to recover but it later developed into the grip. He occupied an apartment alone on the third floor of the Decatur National bank building, where he could not receive the best of attention and Mr Post prevailed upon him to go to the hospital.

FRIENDS THERE TO SEE HIM

Herman Post called upon him at the hospital Saturday afternoon and remained till about 7:30. At this time he seemed perfectly rational and talked of setting well. About the time of Mr. Post's departure Joseph Michl Jr., Charles Housum, Jr. and J G Bixby called at the hospital and while they waited in the reception room the information was, brought to them that he was dead.

THE FUNERAL

The musicians' union will meet this morning to arrange for the funeral and further than this nothing has been determined Mrs James L Bevans, now with her husband at Tampa Fla. Mrs. Stephen A McWhorter, formerly Miss Dollie Millikin, Murray Millikin and Hunter Millikin, nephews and nieces of Mr Gilkeson. were notified last night by telegraph.

EARLY TEARS

Will J. Gilkeson was born in Rockville, Ind., in July. 1828. He was the son of a physician and studied medicine himself for a time. He did not like it, however, and learned the watch making business instead. He went to Terre Haute, where he found employment and was two years later made partner by the man he was working for. He was engaged in business for himself when the war broke out. Ho sold out his business, went into the army where he served during the war and attained the rank of first lieutenant. After the close of the war he went to Clark County. Ills., where he was engaged in farming for some time.

CAME TO DECATUR

He came to Decatur twenty-seven years ago and according to H. Post took a position with Mr. Post as watchmaker. He remained there seven years and then opened a shop of his own in a portion of the room occupies by Shilling's drug store. After several years he gave this up on account of his health. Later he re-entered the employ of H. Post and worked there as, salesman during the holiday rush and on other busy occasions. For some time he has been employed there steadily.

AS A MUSICIAN

Mr. Gilkeson was a musician of much more than ordinary ability and, has been identified with several of the best musical organizations of the city. He had a fine musical taste, a good knowledge of theory and a wide knowledge of the best composers and musicians.

IN THE BAND

He first played alto in the Goodman band under the regime of Professor Goodman, the founder of the band. He has been connected with it with the exception of some brief intervals ever since and was for many years the bass drummer upon whose accuracy the proper execution of a piece of music largely depends. He was always one of the most enthusiastic and loyal supporters of the band, one of its leading spirits, in fact, and he contributed greatly to the success of the numerous enterprises which have been undertaken by the band and to the reputation of the band. About two years ago he dropped out of the band because his strength no longer permitted him to take the long marches and endure the other fatigues incident to band work. During the latter years of his connection with the band he played bass in the opera house orchestra.

IN ORCHESTRA

After leaving the Goodman band Mr. Gilkeson was associated with the Roberts orchestra, playing bass, and since Henry Roberts left the city he has since manager of the orchestra. As in other things with which he has been associated to his energy and enthusiasm he orchestra owes much of its success. He played with this orchestra until a few weeks ago when he was laid up with a cold He recovered somewhat, and again went back to orchestra work but was obliged to give up a few days ago.

ONE OF BEST KNOWN

In the death of Will J. Gilkeson, doubtless the best-known citizen in Decatur passes away. Certainly no man in the city had a wider circle of acquaintances and in all that circles of acquaintances there is not one who can say an unkind word. In circles where he is known there was nothing to be heard last night but expression of kindest regard and profound regret. As "Gilk" he was known to hundreds of Intimates and as "Gilk" he liked to be known. Wherever he went he breathed an atmosphere of love and friendship. Good fellowship was his motto and his creed. He was always genial and sunny and always your friend. He was your friend whether you were right or wrong. He never saw the faults of a friend and was as truly your friend in your absence as in your presence.

NEVER GREW OLD

One of the characteristics of the man was that he never grew old. He looked much less than the seventy-five years accredited to him and it is certain that he felt much younger than he looked. The infirmities of age touched him lightly and as his illness grew upon him in the last few weeks he treated it so lightly that his friends did not realize how ill he was. Indeed he felt himself that it was but a passing sickness and in his last conversation with its employer a short time before he died he spoke of coming back to the store.

LIKED BY THE YOUNG

Another interesting thing, which many have remarked about the man as the number of his friends among he younger generation. He was always the friend of the boy and was always happy to do him a good turn. Boys who are now sedate businessmen remember him with kindness for this and boys still in knickerbockers there are by scores who will mourn his death. He loaned them money, which they always scrupulously repaid and he did them many other favors.

NOT A SUCCESS

One place where Gilk was not a success, so say his employers, was as credit man in the store, although he was very useful in a negative fashion in that. If he was asked of the credit of a customer whom he knew quite well, and if the customer was shaky Gilk always got busy in some other part of the store, too busy to attend to the matter. If the customer was gilt edged he always had time to say so promptly. The evil word is one that he preferred to leave unspoken.

IN ATHLETICS

Next to music Mr. Gilkeson took keen interest in athletics. He was a member of the old volunteer fire department and accompanied the team to many tournaments. He was a promoter of athletics and was the discoverer of a lot of young material that greatly strengthened the company. Gilkeson was never a man of means. His earnings as a mechanic or salesman, his earnings with the band or orchestra and a pension from the government furnished him his sole support and it was ample for his simple habits of life. He has occupied a room n the Decatur National bank building ever since that building was completed and for several years he has boarded at Singletons restaurant. Not for his wealth, not as a factor in political or intellectual life or the city will he be missed, but for the friends he has made.

The Daily Review, Decatur, Illinois, Sunday, 27 Mar 1904, pg. 7

Sidney R. Gillett, father of Mrs. Z.W. Evans, died at 1:40 Wednesday morning at the Wabash hospital. He had been suffering with kidney trouble since last January. He is survived by his wife and six children. The body was removed to the Monson & Wilcox undertaking establishment and prepared for burial and later taken to the family residence, 1139 St. Louis avenue. Arrangements for the funeral have not been completed. He was a member of Decatur lodge No. 65, I.O.O.F.

The Daily Review (Decatur), 1 May 1912

The funeral of Sidney B. Gillett will be held at 2:30 Sunday afternoon at the First Methodist church. The services will be conducted by Rev. J.C. Willits and will be under the auspices of Decatur lodge No. 65, I.O.O.F., of which he had been a member for many years.

Mr. Gillett was born at Troy, Ill., Sept 20, 1838. In November, 1858, he married Martha A. Smith. She and the following children survive him: Mrs. F.P. Lamblin and Homer Gillett of Centralia; Mrs. Guy Siegman of Clinton, Mrs. Z.W. Evans, Mrs. W.R. Hopkins and Elmer Gillet of Decatur. A son, Hollis Gillett of Huey, Ill., died two years ago. He also leaves seventeen grandchildren and three great grandchildren. He was a life-long member of the Methodist church and for many years was a class leader and Sunday school superintendant. He was upright and honorable in all his business dealings and his unselfish disposition made him many friends.

The Daily Review (Decatur), 3 May 1912

Dropped Dead in Arkansas -- Body Due in Decatur The Funeral

At a late hour Saturday night a telegram reached the city stating that Aaron Gingrich had dropped dead at his home at Bentonville, Ark., and that the body would be sent to Decatur. The remains arrived in the city at noon today and were taken to the residence of Major and Mrs. F. O. Damrow, 682 West Prairie Avenue, where the funeral will be held at 2:30 oclock Wednesday afternoon, February 19.The burial will be with the honors of war, in charge of the Dunham Post, 141, Grand Army of the Republic.

The deceased leaves a widow and four children, three sons and one daughter. Two sons, Jesse Gingrich and Frank Gingrich reside in Decatur. He was a brother-in-law of Mrs. Damrow. Previous to 1884 Mr. Gingrich resided on a farm east of Decatur a few miles. He went to Bentonville, Ark, for the benefit of his health. He purchased a big farm near Bentonville but did not give the management his personal attention.

He was a veteran of the late war, having served in Company G, 9th Pennsylvania Cavalry. He was a member of Burnside Post, No. 4, Bentonville, Ark. Many old veterans and citizens remember the deceased quite well, and know him to have been an honorable, upright citizen.

The Daily Republican, Decatur, Illinois, Monday, 17 Feb 1896, pg. 3

FIRST UNDERTAKER IN DECATUR DIES

David Givler Succumbs in Daughter's Home

David Givler, the first undertaker to locate in Decatur, died in the home of his daughter, Mrs. R.J. Haggard, 975 North Main street, Tuesday evening (27 May, 1919). He was ninety years old. His death was caused by bronchial pneumonia after an illness of only two days. Monday morning Mr. Givler got up and dressed himself, but in a little while he complained of being tired and went back to bed. He remained conscious almost to the last minute of his life. His grand-daughter visited his room and he turned toward her and seemed to recognize her. Five minutes later when Mr. Haggard entered the room Mr. Givler was dead.

Mr. Givler was born in Cumberland Co., Pa. Oct. 8, 1829. He and Jane Eckman were married Dec. 20, 1848. Three years later they joined a company of homeseekers westward bound and traveled with them in wagons to Illinois. They arrived in Decatur in 1851. Mr. Givler was a cabinet maker. In those days caskets were usually made by the local cabinet maker, and Mr. Givler was often called upon for this kind of work. He also served as undertaker, and in the absence of a minister he frequently conducted the funeral services.

IN GROCERY BUSINESS

Later he was in the grocery business for awhile, but ten years after coming to Decatur he moved to Friends Creek township. His oldest son was born in a house that occupied the the site of the present post office in Decatur. After the son grew old enough he managed the farm while Mr. Givler worked at his trade in Decatur.

BIG CHURCH WORKER

Mr. Givler joined the Church of God when he was a young man. He was a charter member of the Church of God in Decatur. After moving to Friends Creek township where he made his home for many years he became greatly interested in the church services being held in the Belle Prairie schoolhouse, and for forty years he acted as Superintendant of the Sunday school. He always doing something to help others, and he was known to all the old residents of the northeast part of the county. His wife died in 1902 and since then he has made his home with Mr. and Mrs. Haggard.

Mr. Givler is the father of eight children, of whom the following are living: T.D. Givler, of Wilmont, Kan.; W.H. Givler, of St. Augustine, Fla.; S.H. Givler, of Columbus, O.; and Mrs. R.J. Haggard, of Decatur. There are ten grand-children and two great-grandchildren.

Decatur Review, 28 May 1919

The funeral of David Givler will be held at 4 o'clock Thursday afternoon at the Church of God. The interment will be in Greenwood.

Decatur Review, 28 May 1919

The funeral of David Givler was held at 4 o'clock Thursday afternoon at the Church of God. The services were conducted by Rev. John Bernard, assisted by Rev. H. Dixcon Bougher. The music was furnished by Mrs. E.K. Marshall, Mrs. Charles Bobb, E.J. Fritz and J.W. Fritz. Mrs. J.W. Fritz was the accompanist. The pallbearers were John Ray, William Davenport, George W. Lyons, H.C. Brown, C. Weaver, and M.S. Barber. Burial was in Greenwood cemetery.

Decatur Review, 30 May 1919

Mrs. David Givler, a former resident of Decatur, died Saturday morning at her home, two and a half miles east of Emery. Mrs. Givler was about 70 years old and one of the oldest residents of the county and had lived on the place where she died for nearly twenty-five years. The funeral will be held Monday at 10 am from the residence and the remains will be brought to Decatur and interred at Greenwood cemetery.

Decatur Herald, 25 August 1872

WELL KNOWN YOUNG MAN IS VICTIM OF PNEUMONIA

Robert Glessner died at 3:30 o'clock Wednesday afternoon at Decatur and Macon County hospital. He was twenty-five years old last May. His death was caused by influenza and pneumonia. Mr. Glessner had been farming with his father-in-law, A.O. Bolen, in Canada for the last two years. He came for a visit two weeks ago and was not feeling very well at the time, and a few days later he was too ill to get around. After remaining in bed for three days he felt so much improved that he got up and took a little walk for exercise. He was so exhausted when he returned that he had to go to bed again, and he grew steadily worse. He was taken to the hospital on Wednesday morning, but lived only a few hours.

Mr. Glessner was born in Decatur May 8, 1893. He was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Wesley W. Glessner of 140 West King street. He had lived here all his life except for the last two years spent in Manitoba. He was a member of Celestial lodge No. 186, I.O.O.F., and had many friends here.

He is survived by his wife and one daughter, two years old. Mrs. Glessner is the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A.O. Bolen. The little daughter is seriously ill with influenza, but was somewhat improved Wednesday. Beside his wife and daughter he is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. W.W. Glessner, a brother, Harold Glessner and one sister, Mrs. Nellie Nicholls. The body was removed to the Monson & Wilcox undertaking establishment and prepared for burial. No arrangements will be made for the funeral until the arrival of Mrs. Glessner's father, A.O. Bolen, from Winnipeg.

Decatur Review, 21 November 1918

Michael M. Gloden, aged eighty-five years died Monday afternoon at 1 o'clock at his home in the country, six miles northeast of Decatur. Old ago was the cause of his death, he being eighty-five years old. He had been in poor health for several years. He is survived by three sons, James, Charles and Fred. The funeral will be held at 2 o'clock Wednesday afternoon from the residence six miles northeast of the city. Interment will be in Wheeler cemetery.

The Daily Review, Decatur, Illinois, Tuesday, 29 Aug 1911, pg. 10

The funeral of Captain James H. Glore, who died on Saturday, took place yesterday from his home, three miles southeast of this city. The service was conducted by Elder J.W. Tyler and the remains were interred in Mt. Gilead cemetery. The pallbearers were Messrs. John R. Miller, Andrew A Wayts, D.A. Moffit, Frank Ralston, Jasper Brewer and John Ward. The services at the grave were conducted by the Grand Army of the Republic. Captain George S. Durfee read the burial service of the order, and three volleys were fired over the grave by a squad of veterans under command of W. W. Shockey. The services closed with a benediction by Elder Tyler.

Captain Glore, who was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Milburn Glore of this city, died on Saturday after an illness of one week from lung trouble. He was a brave soldier during the lute war, having been a member of company K, 116th Illinois Volunteers, and coming out of the service as a captain. A widow and two children survive the deceased, whose death will be deeply deplored by a large number of friends.

The Daily Review, Decatur, Illinois, Tuesday, 2 Mar 1886, pg. 3

Born: 11 Jul 1860 in Decatur, Macon Co, IL
Died: 27 Aug 1899 in Decatur, Macon Co, IL
Buried: Greenwood Cem., Macon Co, IL
Parents: George & Mary (Querry) Martin
Married: Jul 20, 1879 to John Godett
Children:

GOLTRA, Isaac V.   

GOLTRA KILLED AT CHATEAU - THIERRY

Brother of Blue Mound Woman Was Springfield Resident

Lieut. Isaac V. Goltra, brother of Mrs. Harry Willelt of Blue Mound, who was killed in action in France was a Springfield boy where he had lived all his life, but he has been interested in military affairs for many years, being a veteran of the Spanish American war and later serving a three year term in the army.

He took his training for a commission in the first officers reserve training camp at Ft. Sheridan. It is supposed that the action in which Goltra was killed was at Chateau Thirrey although no direct information has come to the familiy to that effect. At the time of his death he was an officer of the 23d United States infantry. He also trained at Plattsburg before entering the camp at Fort Sheridan.

Decatur Review, 20 Jun 1918

Mrs. John Good died on Monday evening last. Mr. G. and his wife were old citizens of this county, and quite a large circle of friends and relatives will lament the death of Mrs. Good.

Illinois State Chronicle, 24 Mar 1859

Albert Goodman Dies At Age 89

First Came to Macon County in 1857

Albert Goodman, one of the best known, men among the older generation in Macon county, died Monday night at his home, 1157 North Calhoun Street. He was eighty-nine years old last September. His death was due to complications incident to old age. Mr. Goodman was born in Terrafronn, Wurtenburg, Germany, Sept. 20, 1833. He attended a public school and a private seminary there and when only fourteen years old he took a position as bookkeeper m a mercantile establishment. He had always wanted to come to America, and he saved his money till he had enough before he felt that he had sufficient funds to finance the trip.

CAME HERE IN 1857

Mr. Goodman took passage on a sailing vessel and after a voyage of twenty-four days he landed in New York City, May 24, 1855. He had friends in Cincinnati and he went there first. His knowledge of the English language was very limited and he realized that he must learn to read and write the language of his adopted country as well as speak it well before he could expect to get employment as a bookkeeper. In the mean time he had to earn a living at something. Farming was about the only work in which he had a chance to make a living and study at the same time, so he went to work on the farm. Two years later, in 1857 he came to Decatur. He worked with crews that were building railroads and for awhile he aspired to be a locomotive engineer After working with the gangs laying track and building fences along the right of way he worked for awhile as a locomotive fireman But his health was not very good at that time and he decided to find other and lighter employment.

MANAGED LUMBER FIRM

In the meantime he had improved his English wonderfully He took a position with Elwood & Co as bookkeeper. Later he took a similar position with Mills & Harry, which later became the Mills Lumber company. Prior his retirement in 1913 Mr Goodman had been manager of the Mills Lumber company for twenty-four years He spent two years in Kansas, but with that exception his entire time since 1857 was spent in Macon county Mr Goodman was a companionable man. He retained all his faculties and could talk interestingly of not only the early days in Decatur, but the improvements that have come during his long time in the community.

FOUR CHILDREN

Mr Goodman was twice married. He and Margaret Coan were married May 3,1860. Her death occurred eight years later. His second wife was Susan Heger. She died several years ago. He is survived by the following children George Goodman and Mrs J.W. Buckley of Decatur, William Goodman of Corpus Christi, Tex, and Henry H Goodman of Youngstown, Ohio. The body was taken to Moran & Sons, funeral directors and prepared for burial.

Decatur Review, Decatur, Illinois, Tuesday, 13 Dec 1927, pg. 12

At three o'clock yesterday afternoon the funeral of G. Marcus Goodman occurred at the First M.E. church, Rev. W.R. Goodwin officiating. The spacious church was thronged to its utmost capapcity. The remains were in charge of Undertaker Perl, with Charlie Cassell, John Lyon, Charlie Ricketts and Charlie Adams as pall-bearers, all of whom were fellow craftsmen, and with one exception were intimate friends of the deceased. The printers and reporters of the REPUBLICAN SUN and REVIEW offices were also in attendance as an escort.

The sermon, from the test: "Prepare to meet thy God", was brief after which the large congregation present took a last look upon the face of the deceased. In the sermon, brief reference was made to the comforting fact that Marcus died trusting in Christ. The solemn services closed at the church, the remains were borne to Greenwood cemetery, and laid away to rest, the funeral cortege being a very large one.

Decatur Review, 7 April 1879

The body of George W. Goodner of Warrensburg whose death at the Soldier’s home in Quincy was briefly mentioned in Thursdays Review was brought to the Dawson & Wikoff undertaking establishment in Decatur Thursday night accompanied by his wife and son William R. Goodner.

Mr. Goodner was almost eighty-nine years old. Last Saturday he fell and broke his hip and he never recovered from the shock.

Mr. Goodner was born in St. Clair County, March 1, 1833. He came to Macon County before the Civil war and when volunteers were called for he enlisted in the One Hundred Sixteenth Illinois Volunteer Infantry and served till the close of the war. On his return he resumed farming near Warrensburg and that was his home until he went to the Soldiers home in Quincy a few years ago. He is survived by his wife and three children; John L. Goodner of Denver, Colo., William R. Goodner of Chicago and Mrs. _____ F. Gott of Chicago.

Decatur Review, Decatur, IL, Friday, 14 Apr 1922, pg. 21

Born: 3 Jan 1895 in Oakley, Macon Co, IL
Died: 19 Aug 1984 in Tucson, AZ
Buried:
Parents: George & Dora (Andrews) Goodpasture
Married: May 11, 1915 to Edith Crull
Children: Lloyd, Eugene, Kenneth, Milton, Leo

Born: 6 Aug 1871 in Welden
Died: 11 Sep 1952 in Chicago, IL
Buried: North Fork Cem, Macon Co, IL
Parents: Harrison & Elizabeth (Waller) Andrews
Married: George W. Goodpasture
Children: Pearl, Mabel, Corwin, Hazel, Marjorie, Marion, Fairy

Born: Dec 16, 1895 in Mt. Pulaski, IL
Died: 9 Mar 1983 in Tucson, AZ
Buried: Tucson, AZ
Parents:
Married: May 11, 1915 to Corwin Earl Goodpasture
Children: Lloyd, Eugene, Kenneth, Milton, Leo

Born: 28 Apr 1918 in Kenny
Died: 23 Sep 1992 in Urbana, Champaign Co, IL
Buried: East Lawn Cem., Urbana
Parents: Corwin & Edith (Crull) Goodpasture
Married: Oct 01, 1948 to Lola Clifton
Children: Terry Goodpasture

Born: 8 Jan 1861 near Decatur, Macon Co, IL
Died: 26 Nov 1934 at Oakley, Macon Co, IL
Buried: North Fork Cem, Macon Co, IL
Parents: Jonas & Mary J. (Florey) Goodpasture
Married: Sep 19, 1888 to Dora Andrews
Children: Pearl, Mabel, Corwin, Hazel, Marjorie, Marion, Fairy

Harvey Goodpasture, served in Civil War in 17 Ohio Infantry, coming here after the war.

Harvey S. Goodpasture, well known resident of Oakley Twp., died at 10 o'clock Sat. evening in his home near Oakley after three days illness with Cholera Morbus. He was 76 years old. Mr. Goodpasture was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, Oct. 1, 1839. He enlisted in the Civil War and was a Sargeant in the 17 Ohio Infantry. After the war, he moved to Oakley Twp., where he made his home. He leaves his wife and three daughters: Mrs. Mollie Nelson, Mrs. Hattie Brown, Mrs. Christine Kuns, all of Oakley.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday afternoon in the North Fork Presbyterian Church. Burial will be in North Fork Cemetery.

Decatur newspaper - Sun., Sep. 10, 1916

Born: Nov 1855 in Macon Co, IL
Died: 30 May 1942 in Decatur, Macon Co, IL
Buried: North Fork Cem, Macon Co, IL
Parents: Jonas & Mary J. (Florey) Goodpasture
Married: Single

Lelah (b: Jul 12, 1889), infant daughter of Mr. & Mrs. T.J. Goodpasture, near Oakley, died of diphtheria at 5 o'clock Saturday (27 Oct 1894) morning.

There was no funeral service. The body was interred at North Fork Cemetery.

Decatur Review - Sun., Oct 28, 1894

The little daughter of Mr. & Mrs. T.J. Goodpasture, May, died at 8 o'clock last night (28 July 1900) at the home of Mrs. Goodpasture's sister, Mrs. Lichtenberger, on West North Street. She was born May 27, 1900 in Macon Co.

The child's parent live two miles southeast of the city and it was taken sick Friday while they were in the city. It's death was caused by summer complaint. The funeral will be at 4 o'clock this afternoon from the North Fork Church and the interment will be at North Fork Cemetery.

Decatur Review - Sun., Jul 29, 1900

Born: Dec 02, 1891 in Macon Co, IL
Died: Sep 13, 1953 in Macon Co, IL
Buried: North Fork Cem, Maccon Co, IL
Parents: Thomas & Ada (Rucker) Goodpasture
Married:
Children:

Pearl Goodpaster, the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Geo. W. Goodpaster of Long Creek Twp., died at 5 p.m. Monday (13 Aug 1894) at the family residence three and one-half miles from Decatur. She was 6 years old and had been suffering from diptheria.

The funeral will take place at 10 a.m. today from the family residence. Interment will be in North Fork Cemetery.

Decatur Daily Review - Tues., Aug. 14, 1894

Born: 28 Apr 1853 in OH
Died: 10 Jan 1936 in Oakley, Macon Co, IL
Buried: North Fork Cem, Macon Co, IL
Parents: Jonas & Mary (Florey) Goodpasture
Married: Apr 02, 1871 to Harvey Goodpasture
Children: Bertha, Mollie, Tippy, Harriet, Christine

Tippy Goodpasture died at 8 o'clock Wednesday morning (Feb 12, 1908) at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Goodpasture, five miles east of Decatur. He was 33 years old (b: Mar 10, 1875) and had been an invalid practically all of his life. He had been seriously ill but for ten days.

Besides a father and mother he leaves three sisters