OBITUARIES FOR SURNAMES
BEGINNING WITH "S"






  SACKVILLE, William R.   

William R. Sackville died at 11:0 Thursday morning at the family residence, 7-3 North Bright street. He would have been eighty-five years old May 22. He had been in feeble health for some time, but his condition did not become serious until Wednesday morning. He was born in Pennsylvania, but had lived in Illinois for fifty years. He is survived by his two sons, W. W. Sackville of Rock Island and L. T. Sackville of Decatur, and one daughter, Mrs. Lucy Spencer of Findlay, Ill. He was a member of the Christian church and also of the G.A.R. at Mattoon. The boy was removed to Dawson’s undertaking establishment and prepared for burial and will be taken to Mattoon.

The Daily Review, Decatur IL, 18 Apr 1912





  SALOGA, Infant

The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Julius Saloga died Sunday, Dec. 29, at the family home, 918 North Charles street. The funeral was held Monday afternoon from the residence. Rev. William Heyne officiated and the burial was at Greenwood.

Decatur Review, 30 Dec 1901





  SALOGGA, Amelia

The funeral of Mrs. Amelia Salogga, the oldest member of St. Johannes' Lutheran church, was held at the church at 2:30 o'clock Monday afternoon, following a short service at the home of her son, John Salogga, 1213 East Leafland avenue. The services were conducted by Rev. William Heyne. There was a large attendance, the church being filled with friends. The music was furnished by the regular choir of the church.

The flowers were in charge of Miss Laura Bielinski, Miss Chena Bielinski, Miss Mamie Salogga, Miss Laura Hill, Miss Margaret Salogga and Miss M. Bastian, all grand-daughters of Mrs. Salogga.

The pallbearers were all grandsons. They were Henry Roarick, Charles Roarick, Fred Roarick, Charles Bielinski, Theodore Bielinski and George Bielinski. The interment was at the Lutheran cemetery.

Decatur Review, 17 December 1918





  SAMMONS, Albert "Jim"



  SAMMONS, Melissa Jane (Florey)



  SAMMONS, Robert Wm.



  SAMMONS, Thomas R.



  SAUER, Wesley

Wesley Sauer, died of consumption on Friday, August 17, at the home of his mother, Mrs. William Scanlan, No. 234 South Water street, aged 20 years.

Weekly Herald Despatch, 26 August 1893





  SAUL, Sarah J. (Valentine)

She came to Decatur First in 1856 and Lived Here Till 1878
Mrs Sarah J. Saul died Monday morning at 6:30 at the home of her son, M. W. Fitzpatrick, 802 West Eldorado street. The cause of her death was tumerous cancer. She had been seriously ill for six weeks.

Mrs Saul was born in Fayette county Ky. Her maiden name was Valentine. She was married to James Fitzpatrick of Lexington Ky. Dec 28, 1843. She came to Decatur in September 1856, and lived here till 1878. Mr. Fitzpatrick died June 18, 1866. His wife, in 1878, went to Great Bend, Kan., to make her home and lived there until fourteen years ago. She was married there to John Saul. Fourteen years ago she moved to Plainsboro and five months ago, on account of her ill-health came to Decatur to make her home with her son.

She leaves seven children, thirty-three grand children and seventeen great-grandchildren. The children are: Mrs Caleb Smith of McLeansboro, Mrs S. V. May and Mrs John Skelley of Decatur, Mrs. J. J. Gallagher of Chicago, Richard B. Fitzpatrick and M. W. Fitzpatrick Sr. of Decatur, and James E. Fitzpatrick of Freeport. She also leaves two sisters, Mrs. Elizabeth Scott of Sioux City and Mrs. Nannie Newman of Versailles Ky. Her husband John Saul, is now living in Benton City.

The funeral will be held Wednesday morning from St. Patrick's church.

Decatur Review, Monday Evening, Dec. 27, 1909, Page 8

Submitted by: Michael C. Delahunty, July 14,2001

Saturday Herald (Decatur), 4 June 1887





  SAYLOR, L.

At 4 o'clock yesterday afternoon the funeral of Mrs. L. Saylor was held at the residence, 1021 East Cerro Gordo street. Rev. C.E. Torrey conducted the funeral service. Upon the coffin were several floral designs, among them one from the King's Daughters. The interment was at Greenwood.

Daily Review (Decatur), 26 June 1892





  SCHANIEL, Nicholas

Of measles and lung fever at 5 p.m. on Monday, May 30, 1887, Nicholas, son of Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas Schaniel, aged 9 months.

Saturday Herald (Decatur), 4 June 1887





SCHENCK, Garrett

OLD MAROA CITIZEN DEAD

Garrett SCHENCK, one of the first settlers in Maroa, died at his home in that city Sunday at 11 oclock. He had been in poor health two or three months, and a few days before his death was stricken with paralysis. He was born in Ohio in April, 1832, and lived there until he came to Maroa, or where Maroa now is, as he built the first house there, and it is still standing on the principal street where it was built nearly a half century ago. He bought grain and ran a store many years, and for several years, before his wife died, conducted a boarding house. He is survived by four sons, John, Charles, Frank and William, all of Maroa. As the old Schenck home is on one of the best business corners in Maroa, it will not be long until a business building takes its place.

Clinton Register, DeWitt Co., IL, Friday, 25 Dec 1903





  SCHLIPF, Charles   

The funeral of the late Charles Schlipf took place yesterday afternoon from the family residence. Rev. J.W. Van Cleve of Grace Methodist church conducted the services and the remains were interred in Greenwood cemetery. The funeral was in charge of the members of the G.A.R. and they served as pall bearers as follows: H. Mahannah, Wesley Larrick, Henry Aldridge, M. Cavanaugh, Peter Kofer and George S. Durfee.

Decatur Herald, Decatur IL, 31 Dec 1904

Charles Schlipp, an old soldier, died suddenly at 4:00 Wednesday afternoon at his home near the twin bridges about four miles north west of Decatur. He had been in poor health for about a year, but was able to be around until a day or two ago, when he took a severe cold. Thursday his cold seemed to be much better, but about 4 o’clock he was seized with neuralgia of the heart and died in less than an hour. He was ?7 years old. He leaves tow sons and a daughter, W. F., Fred and Matilda Shlipp, all of this county. He came from Germany, but had lived here a long time and was a member of Dunham post G.A.R.

The funeral will be held at 1 o’clock tomorrow afternoon from the residence and will be in charge of the G.A.R. The interment will be at Greenwood.

The Daily Review, Decatur IL, 29 Dec 1904, pg. 5





  SCHLOSSER, Peter, Capt.   

Capt. Peter Schlosser and Fred G. Dipper Pass Away Same Day

TWO PROMINENT RESIDENTS DEAD

Latter A Veteran of War

Both Recognized as Among Decatur's Best German Citizens.

Capt. Schlosser succumbed to cancer at 4 o'clock in the morning in St. Mary's hospital. He was 75 years old. For the past two months he had been confined to the hospital. Ten months ago he became afflicted and since that time he had steadily declined until death brought relief yesterday.

Capt. Schlosser, also, was recognized as one of Decatur's best known Germans. Like Mr. Dipper he had spent the best part of his life in Decatur, having lived here for 42 years.

He was born in St. Julian, Germany, and came to this country when he was 17 years old. He married Miss Clara Minich in Decatur in 1866.

From Private to Captain.

When the call for soldiers was issued at the time of the Civil war, he enlisted in the Eighth Illinois Regiment as a private. His military training in Germany stood him in good stead and he soon became a captain, the office he held when he was mustered out of service. He was a good soldier and fought in many of the hardest battles of the war. For many years the family has lived at 1004 East Wood street. The deceased leaves a widow and a niece, Mrs. Augusta Schlosser, who lives in the state of Washington. The body was taken to Moran's undertaking establishment and prepared for burial. Tonight the remains will be removed to the home of Mrs. Augustus Harpstrite, corner Broadway and East Prairie street, from where the funeral services will be held at 2 o'clock Tuesday afternoon. Mrs. Harpstrite is a sister of Mrs. Schlosser. The services will be held under the auspices of Dunham Post. No. 144, G.A.R., of which the deceased was a member. Interment will be made in Greenwood cemetery.

Decatur Daily Herald, Decatur, IL, October 26, 1908

Submitted by: Eric Taylor, Seattle, WA

Captain Peter Schlosser, an old German resident of Decatur died at 4 o’clock Sunday morning at St. Mary’s hospital, where he had been confined for the last two months. For then months he had bee a sufferer from cancer, and it was that that caused his death. Captain Schlosser was seventy-five years old. For forty-two years he had claimed Decatur as his home.

He was a native of St. Julian Germany. He came to America when he was seventeen years old. In 18??, he married Miss Clara Minich in Decatur. He is survived by his wife and one niece, Mrs. Augusta Schlosser, whose home is in the state of Washington.

Captain Schlosser was a veteran of the civil war. He enlisted as a private in the Eighth Illinois. He advanced rapidly and when he was mustered out he held the rank of captain. The family residence has for many years been at 1004 East Wood street.

The body was taken to Moran’s undertaking establishment and prepared for burial and tonight will be removed to the home of Mrs. Schlosser’s sister, Mrs. Augusta Harpstrite, corner Broadway and East Prairie avenue where the funeral will be held at 2 o’clock Tuesday afternoon. The services will be under the auspices of Dunham Post 141, G.A.R. The interment will be at Greenwood.

The Decatur Daily Review, Decatur IL, 26 Oct 1908

NOTE: A description of the funeral was published in The Decatur Daily Review, 28 Oct 1908.





  SCHMIDT, Margaret (Florey) Cain

Died In Chicago

Information was received in this city of the death of the former wife of Lewis R. Cain in Chicago at 11 o'clock Friday night. She had been living for several years with her son in Chicago. Her maiden name was Florey and she was a sister of Jasper Florey, who lived in Decatur until recently.

The Review, Decatur, IL - Mon. evening, Dec 30, 1902, p. 8

Margaret died 27 Dec 1901. She was born in 1846 in Macon Co. the daughter of Israel & Elizabeth (Bell) Florey. She married 3 Sep 1868 in Sangamon Co., IL to Louis Reed Cain. She was the mother of three sons, Frank, Louis Richard and Cort Cain.





  SCHMINK, George F.   

George F. Schmink for nearly 50 years a resident of Decatur, died Wednesday noon in Macon County hospital where he had been a patient since last September. Funeral services will be in the Dawson & Wikoff chapel Friday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock. Until the funeral the body will be in the home of his son, J.A. Schmink, 1247 West Forest avenue where friends may call.

George F. Schmink was born Dec. 14, 1843 near Columbus, Ind., and during the war of the states served four years with 4th Ind. Cavalry. He was married to Caroline B. Lamar in 1871 and for 10 years they made near Georgetown and Fairmont in 1881 coming to Decatur where Mrs. Schmink died in 1914. He leaves the following children: Sam E. Schmink, Port Arthur Tex.,; the Rev. J.A. Schmink, Columbus, O.; Walter C. Schmink, Wilkes Barre, Pa.; S.M. Schmink, Oreana; Mrs. Mayme Welser, Mrs. Susan Larrick and Jacob A. Schmink of Decatur; his two sisters, Mrs. Emmea Austin and Miss Mary Schmink and brother, Jacob Schmink of Rhyse, Mo., and another borther, Tillman Schmink of Allerton. There are 18 grandchildren and five great grandchildren.

G. F. Schmink was a member of First Methodist church and of Dunham post G.A.R.

Decatur Evening Herald, Decatur IL, 23 Feb 1928, pg. 11.





  SCHNEPPER, Albert L.   

Albert L. Schnepper, well known resident of Boody, died at his home there at 5 o’clock Sunday morning. He would have been thirty-four years old in October.

Mr. Schnepper was born near Noble, Ill., Oct 22, 1894. He is survived by his wife and one son. He also leaves his mother and two sisters and a brother, Mrs. George LaRice of Indianapolis, and Mrs. Phillip Gumbel and William Schnepper of Noble. The body will remain at the home and friends may call there.

The funeral will be held at 2:30 o’clock Tuesday afternoon at the United Brethren church there. The burial will be in the Salem cemetery.

Decatur Evening Herald, Decatur IL, 18 Jun 1928





  SCHOENBERGER, Nancy Smith (Reed)



  SCHRATER, John   

The body of John Schrater arrived here Monday noon and was taken immediately to the Cross cemetery for interment. The body was accompanied by Mrs. Schrater and son Frank. Mrs. Arthur Haines, a daughter of the deceased, and George Durfee, captain of Dunham post, G.A.R. of Decatur, joined them at that city.

The Daily Review, Decatur IL, 12 Jan 1905





  SCHROAT, Elizabeth

Elizabeth Schroat, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Schroat, died at 3 o'clock Saturday afternoon at the family residence, corner of Cantrell and Seventh streets. She was only a few weeks old. Her twin sister, Barbara, died Jan. 6. Private funeral services will be held at the residence Monday morning. The interment will be in Greenwood cemetery.

Decatur Review, Sunday, 15 Jan 1922

The funeral of Elizabeth Schroat, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Schroat, was held at 10:30 o'clock Monday morning at the family residence, corner of Stone and Whitmer street. The services were conducted by Rev. Irvinb Fox, pastor of the Riverside Baptist church. The music was furnished by Mrs. Grubbs. The interment was in Greenwood cemetery.

Decatur Review, Monday, 16 Jan 1922





  SCHROAT, Leda
LITTLE GIRL DIES OF DIPTHERIA

Leda Schroat, Six Years Old, Ill One Week

Leda Marie Schroat, little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Schroat, died at _ o'clock Wednesday morning in the family residence, 812 East Condit street. She was six years old. Her death was caused by diptheria after an illness of one week. She was born in Decatur, Oct. 13, 1913. Beside her parents she is survived by two sisters and two brothers, Margaret Schroat, Dorothy Schroat, Everett Schroat and Virgil Schroat.

The funeral will be held Thursday and will be private. The interment will be in Greenwood.

Decatur Review, Wednesday, 12 Nov 1919

The funeral of Leda Marie Schroat, little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Schroat, was held Thursday afternoon at the residence, 812 East Condit street, and was private, the child having died of diptheria. The interment was in Greenwood cemetery.

Decatur Review, Friday, 14 Nov 1919





  SCHROEDER, Margaret N.

Mrs. Margaret N. Schroeder, wife of Rudolph H. Schroeder, died at 6 o'clock Sunday evening at the family residence in Warrensburg. She would have been 59 years old in December. She had been ill but a short time. Her death followed a stroke of paralysis.

Mrs. Schroeder was born in Cerro Gordo December 3, 1869. She is survived by her husband and two sons, Cecil Peck of Tuscola and Lindley Peck of San Diego, Cal. and two daughters, Miss Ruth Peck and Mrs. Marie Weaver, both of Decatur. There are two grandchildren. She also leaves a brother, M. Frank Gunkle of Decatur and the following sisters; Mrs. A.F. David of Portland, Ore., Mrs. Frank Groff of La Place and Mrs. Laura Dantrich of Conway Springs, Kan. The body was taken to Brintlinger & Sons, funeral directors, and prepared for burial

Decatur Daily Review, Monday, 9 July 1926





  SCHROLL, David L.   

David L. Schroll, aged seventy-six years died at ? o’clock this morning, after a long illness. He had had several strokes of paralysis.

Mr. Schroll was a prominent well to do retired farmer. He was born in Ohio Dec 24, 1840 and was private in the 42nd Ohio Infantry of the Civil war. He was in several important battles. In 1865 he was married. His wife died but he married again a few years later. His second wife survives. He also leaves one daughter, Mrs. George Faith.

The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon at 1:30 o’clock from the house, and Rev. W. S. Dando of the Illini church will have charge of the service. Burial will be in the Illini cemetery.

The Daily Review, Decatur IL, 22 Sep 1916





  SCHROLL, Estella May (Peck)

Mrs. Estella Schroll died Thursday morning at 1:20 o'clock in the home of her daughter, Mrs. Floy Beasley, 423 North Nineteenth street.

Estella May Peck was born Sept. 13, 1866, in Piatt county, near Cerro Gordo. She was the daughter of Jacob and Amanda Peck, both deceased. She was married to Eli Schroll of near La Place Sept 23, 1888, who preceded her in death Feb. 1917.

She leaves the following children: Mrs. Grace Loudy of Tolono, Mrs. Floy Beasley, Mrs. Gladys McKenzie and Mrs. Pearle Tohill of Decatur, two step daughters, Mrs. Rosa Tucker of Lintner and Mrs. Winnis Parrish of near Decatur and 12 grandchildren. She also leaves two sisters, Mrs. Mollie Weakley of La Place, Mrs. Ola Tohill of Casner and a host of relatives and friends to mourn her death.

She was a member of the Presbyterian church of Bement where she lived for 26 years.

The body was removed to Moran & Sons chapel. Funeral services will be in the chapel Friday afternoon at 2:30. Burial will be in Bement cemetery.

Decatur Herald, 3 Oct 1929





  SCHUERMANN, Anton C., Jr.

EXPIRES 10 DAYS AFTER HIS BROTHER

Anton C. Schuermann, Jr. died at 5 o'clock Friday afternoon at the family residence, 830 East Clay street. He was twenty-seven years old last January. His death was caused by pneumonia followed by an attack of influenza. He had been ill for two weeks and a half and is the second member of that family to die within ten days, his brother, Henry Theodore Schuermann, having died of the same disease a week ago last Tuesday, at the age of sixteen years.

Anton C. Schuermann was born in Decatur, Jan. 6, 1891, and he had lived here all his life. He was a member of St. James Catholic church and had many friends in the city. Besides his parents he is survived by five sisters and one brother, Sister Prudentia, financial of the the Sacred Heart sanitarium at Milwaukee; Sister Beatrice, who is druggist at the same institution; Mrs. Oscar Kibele of Springfield; Frances Schuermann, Elizabeth Schuermann and Bernard Schuermann, all of Decatur. His mother, Mrs. A.C. Schuermann, has been ill with influenza, but her condition is improving.

Decatur Review, 16 November 1918

The funeral of Anton C. Schuermann, Jr. will be held at 9 o'clock Monday morning at St. James Catholic church. The services will be conducted by Rev. Father Ostendorf. The interment will be in Calvary.

Decatur Review, 16 November 1918





  SCHULTZ, Dottie

Dottie, nine year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alex Schultz, died near Macon, Wednesday afternoon, May 24th 1882, of consumption.





  SCHUREMAN, Israel

DEATH OF I. SCHUREMAN

Stricken Down By Apoplexy At His Home In Ravenswood

Israel Schureman died last Friday night, Oct. 27, at his home in Ravenswood, just north of Chicago, at 9 p.m. His death was due to apoplexy and he lived but a few minutes after being stricken down. The body was taken to Green Valley on Saturday last and buried there Sunday in the family lot. Mr. Schureman was 49 years and 10 months old. He leaves a wife and two sons, both grown. Many Decatur people will remember Mr. Schureman as a former resident and business man of Decatur. He came here from Green Valley and purchased the N.B. Cole drug store when it was located on the corner of Merchant and Prairie streets, where the Citizens' National bank now stands. Afterwards he removed to North Water street and a short time later he sold his business to A.J. Blaine. He then went to Chicago and at the time of his death was engaged in the fresh meat business. Mr. Schureman was a member of one of the oldest families in Tazewell county and at one time was very welathy, but in the later years of life he lost considerable money. He was a quiet, easy going man and was well liked by all who knew him. Those who knew him intimately will deeply regret to hear of his death.

The Weekly Herald Despatch (Decatur), 5 Nov 1892





  SCHWAB, Frederick
F. SCHWAB, 89, DIES THURSDAY

Veteran of Civil War, Had Been Resident of This County Since 1856

Frederick Schwab, 89, a Civil war veteran and a resident of Macon county since 1856, died at 12:50 o'clock Thursday night in the home of a daughter, Mrs. Emma Roberts, 1561 North Union street. Mr. chwab had been in failing health for the last six months. Death was caused by a complication of diseases incident to age.

Mr. Schwab was one of the oldest Civil war veterans in the county and was until his illness an active emmber of Dunham Post, No. 4, G.A.R.

He leaves 9 children, one by a first and eight by his second marriage. They are; J.T. Schwab, Decatur; Dr. Leslie W. Schwab, Chicago; Dr. Will A. Schwab, Elkhart; Dr. Fred Schwab, Clearlake, Ia.; Mrs. Harvey Thatcher, Decatur; Mrs. H.H.Hill, Chico, Cal.; Mrs. H.J. Dearth, Urbana, and Mrs. J.B. Whalen of Decatur

Born on March 20, 1839, Mr. Schwab had been a resident of Macon county since 1856. He served in the Civil war as lieutenant of Co. I., 11th Illinois Infantry. After the war he returned to marry Miss Amira Culver of Decatur, who died a few years after their marriage. In 1874 he married Miss Christina Gross, of Emory.

The body was brought to the Brintlinger & Sons funeral establishment where funeral services will be conducted at 2:30 o'clock Sunday afternoon. The body will remain in the residence, 1561 North Union street until funeral time. Friends may call at the home.

Decatur Evening Herald, 5 Oct 1928

Funeral services for Frederick Schwab will be conducted at 2:30 o'clock Sunday afternoon in the Brintlinger chapel. Burial will be in Greenwood cemetery.

Decatur Evening Herald, 6 Oct 1928

Funeral services for Frederick Schwab were conducted at 2:30 o'clock Sunday afternoon in the Brintlinger & Sons chapel, Rev. R.M. Pierce of the Grace Methodist church and Rev. C.W. Flewelling of the Central Church of Christ officiating. Burial was in Greenwood cemetery. The Decatur post of the G.A.R. attended in body and conducted its ritual.





  SCHWARTZ, J. Henry

The funeral of J. Henry Schwartz was held at 2 o'clock Monday afternoon at Trinity church. The services were held by Rev. Frank J. Sternberg and were under the auspices of the Macon lodge No. 8, A.F. and A.M., members of which attended the services in a body and conducted their ritualistic exercises at the grave.

The music was furnished by Mrs. Corydon C. Nicholson and Mrs. W. Roy Essick. There were many beautiful floral tributes, in charge of Mrs. Mary W. Benson, Miss Lucille Bain, Miss Catherine Buckley, Miss Kate Naughton, Miss Helen Besalske and Miss Clara Kusch.

The pallbearers were Edward Kusch, John Kusch, Henry T. Wencke, Edward Bauer, H.T. Carmichael and M. McGlassen. The interment was at Fairlawn cemetery.

Decatur Review, 17 December 1918





  SCOONOVER, Jane

DIED ON HER 85TH BIRTHDAY - DEATH COMES AT MIDNIGHT TO MRS. JANE SCOONOVER OF MAROA

Mrs. Jane Scoonover died Monday night shortly after midnight at the home of her daughter, Mrs. J. T. Hitt, aged 85 years old. She celebrated her 85th birthday on Monday.

She had been ill about two weeks as a result of a fall received about three weeks ago.

Mrs. Scoonover was born in Pemberton County, Va. She was married three times, first to a man named Smith, the second time to a Mr. Buchanan, and the third time to Mr. Scoonover, and was the mother of 13 children, 5 of whom are still living.

She made her home with her duaghter, Mrs. Hitt in Maroa 26 years. Arrangements for the funeral have not been announced.

Decatur Daily Review, Tues, Mar 28, 1905, p. 1

The funeral of Mrs. Scoonover was held this afternoon at 4 o'clock. Interment at Maroa Cem.

Decatur Daily Review, Wed, Mar 29, 1905





  SCOTT, Albert C.



  SCOTT, George W.



  SCOTT, Margaret M. (Lane)



  SCOTT, Martha E. "Mattie" (Stuart)



  SCROGGIN, Carter Roland

C. R. SCROGGIN OF HARRISTOWN DIES

In Ill Health for More Than Year

SUIT AGAINST CITY

Farm May Go for Opportunity Home

Carter Roland Scroggin, called "Roe" by his intimate friends, and one of the best known breeders of Hereford cattle in this part of the country at one time, died at 5:30 o'clock Wednesday afternoon at his home in Harristown. He was sixty-one years old. Mr. Scroggin had been ill for over a year, suffering from kidney troubles and complications. Only at intervals was he confined to his bed. Much of the time he was able to ride around over his farm and neighboring country, and until recently he was a frequent visitor in Decatur. His weakness prevented him from engaging in any business activities for some time, and he seldom took any long trips away from home.

Carter R. Scroggin was the last of the third generation of that name, a name that had been familiar in central Illinois for more than 100 years. His ancestors came from Kentucky, the first to come being Carter T. Scroggin, who settled in Gallatin County about 1817. He moved to Logan County about 1825, and accumulated a large estate, which was inherited by his son, Thomas J. Scroggin. Carter R. Scroggin, son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Scroggin, was born near Mt. Pulaski in 1860. The family moved to Macon County four years later and settled in Harristown township, and Carter R. Scroggin has resided in that township ever since. He remained on the farm until a few years ago when he moved into Harristown to avoid the bad odors from the Sangamon River.

Mr. Scroggin and Nancy F. Matthews of Blue Mound township were married in January 1880. No children were born to them, and she is his only living relative. Up to the time his health failed Mr. Scroggin was actively engaged in farming and breeding high-grade Hereford cattle. He made a great reputation in that work and was known among breeders throughout the central west. His father and grandfather had been engaged in the same line of work. His farm of over 1200 acres is one of the best in central Illinois. Just what will become of the farm will not be known until his will is offered for probate, but a few years ago Mr. Scroggin told some friends that it was his intention to leave the big farm as a home for boys who lacked opportunity.

Mr. Scroggin was a member of the Elks Lodge and of the Harristown Anti-Horse-Thief Association, but belonged to no other secret or fraternal organizations. He was kind-hearted and genial and was well-liked by those who knew him. He never started but one lawsuit in his life, and that was about a year ago, when he started suit for $250,000 against the city in the circuit court for polluting the Sangamon River with city sewage, and contended that by dumping the sewage into the river, the city had so polluted the stream that his cattle became affected by drinking the water; that they kept getting thinner and finally sickened and died. He also declared that the odors from the river had also affected his own health and forced him to abandon his home in the country and move into town. That suit is still pending in the court, the jury having failed to agree, making it necessary to try the case again.

The funeral will be held at 2:30 o'clock Friday afternoon at the family residence in Harristown. The interment will be in the Harristown cemetery.

Decatur Daily Review, 21 July 1921





  SCUREMAN, Herman

The funeral of Herman, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Antone Scureman, took place yesterday forenoon at 9:30 o'clock from St. Patrick's church, Rev. Father Mackin officiating. The child died of spasms on Monday.

Decatur Morning Review, 9 Jul 1884





  SCURLOCK, H.H.

The funeral of Attorney H.H. Scurlock will be held at 2:30 this afternoon at the residence, 346 South Union street, and will be under the auspices of Macon lodge No. 8, A.F. & A.M. The services will be conducted by Rev. Mr. Jenney, pastor of the First Presbyterian church, assisted by Rev. W.H. Penhallegon. The interment will be in Greenwood.

Decatur Review, 26 Oct 1913





  SECRIST, Erastus



  SEGAR, Lucien

LUCIEN SEGAR IS DEAD IN OKLAHOMA

Former Decatur Man Victim of Pneumonia

WAS AT KAUFMAN'S

Death is Great Shock to Decatur Friends

Lucien Segan, formerly of Decatur died at 2:30 o'clock Monday morning at his home in Oklahoma City, Okla. He was twenty-nine years olf last September. His death was caused by pneumonia following an attack influenza. He was taken ill a week ago last Tuesday.

Mr. Segar was born in Terre Haute, Ind., Sept 15, 1889. He came to Decatur when a boy and for a a number of years was connected with the clothing store of his uncle, Aaron Kaufman, in Decatur. He developed into one of the best advertising men in central Illinois, and about five years ago he went to Nashville, Tenn., and took a position as advertising manager of a big store. A better position was offered him in the same line of work in a big department store in Oklahoma City and he accepted it.

MOTHER LEAVES

His mother, Mrs. H.D. Segar, on learning of his serious illness, went to Oklahoma City last Wednesday. His father and sister, Miss Klare Segar started for Oklahoma City Sunday. The death of Mr. Segar was a great shock to his many friends in Decatur, for he was one of the most popular young men during his residence here. He was a charter member of the Iroquois club and was also a member of Decatur lodge No. 401, B.P.O.E.

LEAVES TWO CHILDREN

He is survived by his wife and two children, Dorothy and Lucien Segar, Jr. He also leaves his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Harry D. Segar of Decatur. He was a nephew of Aaron Kaufman and Mrs. William Wolf of Decatur, Miss Rachel Segar, Elias Segar, Jacob Segar and Solomon Segar of Indianapolis and Simon Segar of Detroit, and a grandson of Mrs. Fannie Kaufman of Decatur.

The body will be brought to Decatur and taken to the Moran chapel. Arrangements for the funeral have not been completed as it is not yet known just when the body will arrive here. Mrs. Segar was formerly Miss Hazel Foster of Decatur.

Decatur Review, 6 Jan 1919

The body of Lucien Segar arrived from Oklahoma City at 3 o'clock Wednesday afternoon and was taken to Moran's chapel. The funeral will be held at 2:30 o'clock Thursday afternoon at the family residence, 1060 West Wood street. The interment will be in Fairlawn cemetery.

Decatur Review, 8 Jan 1919





  SEITZ, Jacob

DIED AT SULLIVAN

Jacob Seitz Expired While on a Visit to Neighboring Town

Jacob Seitz died on Monday at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Conrad Enterline, of Sullivan, while there on a visit. He was 88 years of age and was one of the old settlers of Macon county. The remains have been removed to Oakley and the funeral will occur there this morning at 10 o'clock. The burial will be at Pleasant Hill cemetery.

Mr. Seitz was born in Cumberland county, Pa., Oct 105, 1814. He worked on a farm and afterward learned the tailor trade which he followed for sixteen years. He then went to farmin and in 1857 he came to Illinois and settled in Oakley township, Macon county, and lived there ever since. He retired from active life and lived with his son, D.A. Seitz.

June 21, 1836, Mr. Seitz was married to Barbara Nickey, who died September 4, 1874. In August 1878 Mr. Seitz was married to Mrs. Mary Ann Baker. There were no children by the second marriage. The sons and daughters by the first marriage surviving are Mrs. Conrad Enterline of Sullivan, D.W. Seitz of Bement, Jeremiah L. Seitz of McPherson county, Kan.; James T. Seitz of Knox county, Ill.; D.A. Seitz of Oakley, William W. Seitz of Hammond, J.A. Seitz of Texas.

Decatur Herald, 14 Nov 1902





  SEITZ, Mary A.

Charles and Henry Baker who were called here by the fatal illness of their mother, have returned to their home near Hennessey, Okla.

The funeral of Mary A. Seitz was held from the residence of her son, Edward Baker, Fraiday morning. Rev. Fields of Decatur preached the funeral sermon at the Garver church and the interment was at the Garver cemetery. The pall bearers were W.F. Coulter, D.A. Seita, R.A. Connett, P.A. Shambaugh, Abraham Hiser and J.E. Huff.

Decatur Herald, 5 May 1903





  SEITZ, Simon, Sr.

Simon P. Seitz, Sr., died at midnight Wednesday at his home, 1106 North Union street. He was nearly 87 years old. His death had been expected for some time as his extreme age made his illness the more serious.

Mr. Seitz was one of the old settlers of Macon county. He was born in Cumberland county, Pa. He came to Illinois in 1854 and bought a farm in Macon county. His farm was four miles northwest of the city and is just south of the Lutz place. He lived there till about eight years ago. Then he came to Decatur and bought his present home.

He leaves three children, Simon P. Seitz, Frank Seitz, both of Decatur, and Mrs. Sarah Hizer of Oakley township.

The Daily Review (Decatur), 14 Jan 1904

The funeral of the late Simon Seitz, Sr., was held at 10 o'clock Friday from the residence of his son, Simon P. Seitz, 1106 North Union street. The Rev. Barber officiated and the music was by a quartet composed of Mrs. William Kaylor, Miss Lucile Ferris, Fred Munson and Oran Gulick.

The services opened with the singing of the hymn, "Nearer My God to Thee," by the singing of "Rock of Ages." The minister offered a prayer and there There was a scripture reading followed was a short funeral sermon and the services closed with the singing of "Jesus Lover of My Soul.". The burial was at the Wyckles' cemetery west of the city and the pall bearers were V. Lewis, A.J. Trimmer, W.Butts, Asa Gulick, E. Kyle and H. Ferris.

Decatur Herald, 19 Jan 1904





  SELBY, Marjorie (Goodpasture)



  SELLERS, Amy M.

Amy M Sellers was born August 4, 1836, near Mooresville, Morgan County, Indiana, died June 17, 1883 in DeWitt County, Illinois. She was the daughter of Lot M (Maris) and Eunice (Haydock) Hadley. Her mother has gone before many years ago; one sister and one brother has passed over. She was the wife of Robert Y Sellers; they lived in Morgan county, near Monrovia, for some years, then removed to Macon County, Illinois, fourteen year ago, and this Spring sold their farm, making arrangement to go west in September when they got their crop off, but death came and took Amy away, leaving children and husband to mourn the loss of a mother and companion. She was buried in the cemetery on Friends Creek, two and a half miles southeast of where she died, on the 19th of June, 1883. She was converted many years ago, and lived a Christian life, trusting in her Savior.

From unknown newspaper, submitted by: Jane Lincicome





  SELLS, Peter   

Pete Sells died of pneumonia on Sunday at 11 o’clock at the age of 56 years. He had made his home in Decatur nearly all of his life, being a son of Abe Sells. He was a barkeeper and in years gone by he was pointed out as one of the characters of the town. In the latter years of his life he quieted down to a marked degree and consequently he was seldom heard of. His illness extended over a period of two weeks.

The Herald Despatch, Decatur IL, 3 Mar 1897





  SEYBOLD, Frederika

MRS. SEYBOLD OF MAROA IS DEAD

Mrs. Frederika Seybold died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Emma Sterling. She was born October 8, 1837 in Wurttemburg, Germany and came to America at the age of 17. She was united in marriage to Louis Seybold of Steubenville, Ohio in 1855. Mr. Seybold died June 6, 1902. Mrs. Seybold was the mother of 12 children, 10 of who are still living. She leaves 27 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren. Her body will be taken to Atchinson, Kansas, her former home, to be buried there.

Daily Review, Tues, Nov 22, 1910, p. 11





  SHA-BO-NE

Death of Sha-bo-ne

The Grundy County Herald announces the death of this renowned Indian Chief. He died at his wigwam, near Morris, on the 18th last. He had been indisposed for several days, but on the day before his death had gone fishing, and got a wetting from which he took a severe cold, causing his death in twenty-four hours. He was about ninety years old. Upon his death being announced in Morris, the bells were tolled, and the citizens generally attended his funeral.

The name of Sha-bo-ne is familiar to the people of Northern Illinois. He was a true man, and on numerous occasions exhibited a friendship for the early settlers of this county, for which his memory will be venerated. He was a Pottawattomie, and was one of the leading chiefs of his tribe. In 1812, his tribe took the field against the United States, but it was against his counsels. Instances are related, even when he was fighting against us, of acts of kindness to our people. Since the war of 1812, he has been a fast friend of the whites and has rendered them great service on various occasions. The mark of respect on the part of the citizens of Morris, on the occasion of his death, was an evidence of the respect in which he was held. He preferred to remain here and die by the graves of his braves, to following his tribe to their new hunting grounds at the base of the Rocky Mountains; and though none of his people were here to bury him at his death, his remains were interred with due honors by his pale faced friends.

Illinois State Chronicle (Decatur), 4 Aug 1859





  SHACKLEFORD, Mary J.

Mrs. Mary Shackleford died at 3 o'clock Thursday morning at her home, 741 West Macon street. The deceased was 44 years of age. The funeral was held Friday afternoon at 1:45 o'clock. A short service was held at the residence of Rev. Rhorer, and the body was interred at Salem cemetery.

Weekly Herald Despatch, 26 August 1893





  SHADDOCK, James



  SHADDOCK, James Franklin



  SHADDOCK, Jemima J. (Atteberry)



  SHADDOCK, Rena E.



  SHADE, Louise

The funeral of Louise, the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W.P. Shade, took place Saturday afternoon and was conducted by Rev. Prestley. There was a large attendance of friends, there being nearly 40 vehicles in the cortege.

Decatur Daily Republican, 30 May 1887

Of whooping cough at 3:15 p.m. on Friday May 27, 1887, the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W.P. Shade, age 9 months.

Saturday Herald (Decatur), 4 June 1887





  SHAFFER, Adeline

Mrs. Adeline Shaffer, died Sunday at 7:45 p.m. at the home of her son in law, C.H. Seip, 337 Stuart avenue. She was born in York County, Pennsylvania on December 18, 1850, and had been an invalid for 18 years. She leaves a son, William Shaffer, and a daughter, Mrs. Anna Seip, both of Decatur, a brother, Jacob Eicholtz of Orlana(sic). She also leaves four grandchildren, Mrs. Ida Wilkin, Mrs. Bessie Muzzy, Clarence Seip and Earl Shaffer and two great great grandchildren, Trevor Muzzy and Clarence Seip, Jr., all of Decatur. She was a member of the First United Brethren church. Funeral services will be held in the Union Church, near Oreana, Tuesday afternoon at two o'clock.

Decatur Herald, 28 Oct 1928





  SHAFFER, Frank   

Frank Shaffer died Sunday morning at the home of his son, Rev. Calvin Shaffer of Pleasant Plains, Ill. The body will be sent to Argenta Tuesday for burial. Mr. Shaffer was an old soldier, a Modern Woodman and a member of the C.P. church. Funeral services will be held at the C. P. church Tuesday. Interment will be in the Friends Creek cemetery.

He leaves one son, Rev. Frank Shaffer of Pleasant Plains, four daughters, Mrs. Charles Sellars of Clinton, Mrs. Albert Pierson of Missouri, Mrs. Perry Parr of Cisco and Mrs. Frank Hommon of Argenta. His wife died about three weeks ago.

The Daily Review, Decatur IL, 27 Feb 1911





  SHAFFER, Lucretia J. (Querry)


  SHANNON, John   

John Shannon died Monday morning at 7 o’clock. Mr. Shannon had been sick for some time. He was a member of the Christian church, also a member of Fred Spooner post, G.A.R. No 294. His brother, William Shannon of Ohio, was with him at death.

He leaves a wife and four children, namely, Mrs. John Clymer, Mrs. Charles Mahoney and William Shannon of Argenta and Charles Shannon of Amarillo, Tex. Interment will be in Cumberland Cemetery.

The Daily Review, Decatur IL, 22 Jan 1907, pg. 9





  SHAVER, Lelah (Patterson)

Mrs. Lelah Shaver, for many years a resident of Decatur, died Sunday at her home in Jacksonville, Fla. She was forty-five years old. Mrs. Shaver's maiden name was Miss Lelah Patterson. She was born in Decatur, Oct. 10, 1882. She and Ezra E.Shaver were married in Mountain Grove, Mo., on Thanksgiving day, 1900. Most of her early life was spent in Decatur. During the last twenty years her home has been in Jacksonville, Fla. She was a member of the Methodist church there. She is survived by her husband and two sons, Eugene and Morris Shaver. She also leaves a sister, Mrs. J.W. Carter of 621 Macon street, Decatur, and a brother, Edward J. Patterson of New York City. The body will arrive in Decatur Tuesday and will be taken to Dawson & Wikoff, funeral directors, to await the completion of funeral arrangements.

Decatur Review, 21 Nov 1927





  SHELLY, Jesse, W.



  SHELLY, Mary Elizabeth



  SHENEMAN, Eliza Hannah

Mrs. Eliza Sheneman died at her home in Warrensburg at 9:45 Saturday morning after a week's illness with pneumonia. The body was brought to the Dawson and Wikoff funeral home a short time after death occurred.

Mrs. Sheneman was born Apr. 24, 1856, in Illinois. She moved to Warrensburg thirty years ago from Latham. Her husband, Stephen F. Sheneman died fourteen years ago. She is survived by the following children: Mrs. Anna May Glenn of St. Louis, Mo.; Alonzo of Los Angeles, Cal.; Cecil H. of Los Angeles, Cal.; William F. of Warrensburg and Roy of Cheyenne, Wyo.; and eight grand children.

Mrs. Sheneman was a member of the Methodist church and of the Illini chapter of the Eastern Star No. 813.

Decatur Review, 31 Mar 1928

Mrs. Eliza Sheneman - Funeral services will be held Monday afternoon at 2:30 in the Methodist church at Warrensburg. Burial will be in the Illini cemetery at Warrensburg.

Decatur Review, 1 Apr 1928





  SHEPHERD, Emily "Amy" (Florey)



  SHERMAN, Catherine



  SHERMAN, Peter



  SHLAUDEMAN, Caroline

The death of Mrs. Caoline Shlaudeman, wife of Alderman Shlaudeman, occurred at the family residence in the fourth ward this (Saturday) morning at 3 o'clock, after a brief illness. The deceased had been in failing health for several years, but was up town shopping nine days ago. She contracted a severe cold and died of pneumonia. Mrs. Shlaudeman was a native of Germany, and came to Indiana when a girl. She became the wife of Henry Shlaudeman, and has resided in Decatur since 1857. She died in the 48th year of her age. The surviving children are Frank and Henry Shlaudeman and Lille and Maudie Shlaudeman. The funeral will occur on Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the residence.

Decatur Daily Republican, 31 Mar 1883

The Decatur Public Library was closed, yesterday afternoon from 1 to 4 o'clock, in respect to the late Mrs. Henry Shlaudeman, whose husband is a member of the board of directors.

There was a very brief session of the city council last night, only the monthly pay rolls receiving attention. The council adjourned to Wednesday night, in respect to Ald. Shlaudeman, whose wife was interred on yesterday afternoon.

AT REST

Rev. D.P. Bunn conducted the funeral of the late Mrs. Caroline Shlaudeman, wife of Alderman Shlaudeman, which took place from the family residence in the fourth ward on yesterday afternoon. In the presence of a large number of sympathizing friends the clergyman spoke of the departed as a good woman, a kind mother and loving wife, and paid a deserving tribute to her many excellent qualities. The remains were interred in Greenwood cemetery, being followed to the grave by a long funeral cortege. The pall-bearers were Messrs. Philip Riebsamen, Joseph Michl, Fred. Pahmeyer, Louis Westerman, Charles Ruehl, of Forsyth, Jacob Kessler, E.C. Bassey and Fred. Kuny. The Public Library was closed from 1 to 4 p.m. yesterday in respect to Alderman Shlaudeman, who is a member of the board of directors, and but little business was transacted at the meeting of the council last night, the bulk of the business being deferred until Wednesday evening, as a mark of respect to the bereaved brother alderman.

Decatur Daily Republican, 3 Apr 1883





  SHOCKEY, Annie Belle

At the family residence on West Wood street on Tuesday morning, September 6th, 1882, at 6 o'clock, of consumption, Annie Belle, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W.W. Shockey, aged 18 years.

The deceased was a high school pupil and had been promoted to the fourth year class. She had been afflicted for many months but not until about June 1st was she considered in a critical condition. At that time her affliction developed into quick consumption of which she has fallen a victim.

Saturday Herald (Decatur), 9 Sep 1882





  SHOCKLEY, Mary

GRANDMOTHER OF SOLDIER DEAD

Mrs. Mary Shockley Expires at Home of Daughter

Mrs. Mary Shockley died at 3 o'clock Tuesday morning at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Ed Hendricks, 147 East Eldorado street. She was the grandmother of "Hoppy" Hendricks, who has just returned from the war.

She was born August 16, 1834, in Ireland, and came to America in 1861. She had lived in and around Pana since then, until six years ago when she came to make her home with her daughter in December. She is survived by her daughter, one grandson and one brother.

The body will be taken to Pana for burial Thursday morning. The funeral sevice will be held at the Catholic church in Pana. Burial will be in the Pana cemetery.

Decatur Review, 9 November 1893

The body of Mrs. Mary Shockley will be taken to Pana and the funeral will be held in the Catholic church there at 10 o'clock Thursday morning.

Decatur Review, 18 December 1918

The body of Mrs. Mary Shockley arrived here (Pana) Thursday from Decatur and the funeral was conducted at St. Patrick's church yesterday morning with Rev. Fr. Moroney officiating. The pallbearers were John Stanton, Edward Sweeney, Frank Yenck, L.J. Lynch, and Thomas Fogarty. The burial was in Calvary cemetery.

Decatur Review, 20 December 1918





  SHORB, Charles A.   

The body of Charles A. Shorb of Decatur, who died in Chicago Sunday morning following a surgical operation, arrived Monday evening and was taken to the Monson undertaking establishment and prepared for burial.

Mr. Shorb was born in Decatur, March 20, 1889, and had lived here all his life. He never married, but remained at home and cared for his parents to whom he was greatly devoted until they passed away. For several years he was employed as a machinist at the Wabash locomotive shops. During the last few years he was employed at the Mueller Manufacturing company’s plant. He was well known and had a host of friends in Decatur. He was a member of the Moose lodge, the Eagles lodge, the Modern Woodmen of America and the Veterans of the World War.

Mr. Shorb had been in failing health for some time. Several weeks ago he went to Chicago for treatment. He returned home for a few days and went back to Chicago about two weeks ago. He is survived by his sisters, Mrs. Marshall Pollock, Mrs. J.J. Fickes and Mrs. Margie B. Miller, all of Decatur, and a brother John Shorb of Hammond Ind. He was a nephew of Will H. Shorb and Mrs. Phil Mueller of Decatur. Mrs. Miller and Mrs. Mueller were with him in Chicago at the time of his death.

Decatur Review, Decatur IL, 9 Mar 1926



  SHORB, Wm. H.   

The news of the death of W.H. Shorb at Washington, D.C. was received in Decatur Monday night. The message came to a son, Will Shorb, of the firm of Field & Shorb.

Squire Shorb had been in poor health for a long time past. More than a year ago he went to the soldier’s home at Danville and from there was transferred to a hospital at Washington, D.C. Will Shorb ordered the body brought to Decatur and the burial will be in this city.

W.H. Shorb was born at Gettysburg, Pa., April 6, 1829, and lived there until 27 years old. He at first served as an apprentice at the cabinet maker’s trade but later opened a buggy and carriage manufacturing business. In 1855 he went to Greencastle, Pa., where he carried on a more extensive business until 1869.

In 1861 Mr. Shorb enlisted as a member of Company C, Second Pennsylvania volunteers, and assisted forming the company of which he was orderly sergeant.

Later when his term had expired he enlisted in Fifty-fifth Pennsylvania regiment for three years service. In 1862, while attempting to destroy Pocotaligo Bridge he received a wound in the neck. He was made orderly sergeant, sergeant major, second lieutenant and later first lieutenant.

In front of Petersburg, he was wounded in the shoulder by a piece of shell and was in the hospital for sixty days. He rejoined his regiment in front of Petersburg and was placed in command of his company, but was disabled and was given the position of regimental quartermaster which he held until mustered out of the service in January, 1865.

While on a furlough after being wounded, Mr. Shorb married at Harrisburg, Pa., in August, 1864, Miss Mary Magdlena Zarger.

After the war he located in Harrisburg where he engaged in the manufacture of agricultural implements. In 1867 he came to Decatur and carried on a contracting business until 1871 when ill health forced him to abandon that occupation. For seven years Mr. Shorb served as superintendent of the streets and then went to Lafayette, Ind. and acted as secretary and manager of a street railway which was owned by Decatur men, but which was sold in about a year. Mr. Shorb came back to Decatur and was made overseer of the poor.

For a number of years Mr. Shorb served as a justice of the peace, but before his last term had expired he was compelled to retire on account of ill health.

He is survived by five children. They are Valentine Shorb of Salt Lake City, Utah; Lazarus Shorb of Decatur; Mrs. Phil Mueller of Decatur; Mrs. C.A. Martin of Ithaca, N.Y. and Will Shorb of Decatur.

The time of the funeral will depend upon the time of the arrival of the body in this city, and will be announced later.

The Daily Review, Decatur IL, 9 Jul 1901, pg. 7





  SHRIDE, Eloise

Eloise Shride, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ross Shride, died at 2:30 Sunday morning, after an illness of one day. The family has reisded in Decatur only a few months, coming here from Moweaqua. They have made their home with E.M.Smich, with whom Mr. Shride is associated in the real estate business. The body was taken to Moweaqua Monday morning and the funeral was held there in the afternoon.

Decatur Review, 5 Dec 1910



  SHRIVER, John   

John A. Shriver, whose serious illness has been noted in these columns, passed away in death Tuesday afternoon at his home at 1156 North Main street. The deceased was afflicted with lung trouble. He leaves a widow and three children. They are W.G. Shriver, Charles M. Shriver and Mrs. Alice Williams. Mr. Shriver was a member of Dunham Post 141, G.A.R.

The Daily Republican, Decatur IL, 23 Oct 1895





  SHRUM, Eliza J.

Mrs. Eliza Shrum - Funeral services at 1:30 o'clock Friday afternoon in the Boiling Springs church. Interment in Boiling Springs cemetery. The body will arrive from Freemont, Neb., Friday morning at 11:20 o'clock and will be taken to the Monson funeral home. Mrs. Shrum was the sister of Mrs. William Baum of Decatur.

Daily Review (Decatur), 8 Sept 1927





  SHRUM, William B.   

William B. Shrum, a veteran of the late war, died last night near Bearsdale. He served in the war as a member of Co.E, 160th Ohio Infantry, and was a member of A.L. Post 169, G.A.R. at Crab Orchard, Neb. The members of Dunham Post, this city, will attend Comrade Shrum's funeral on Thursday at 10 a.m.

Daily Republican (Decatur), 11 February 1896


The burial of the late William B. Shrum will take place tomorrow at 10 a.m. not Friday as incorrectly stated in the Review this morning. Comrades of Dunham Post will meet at 9 a.m. to-morrow at the Post Hall to attend the vurial at Boiling Springs church.

Daily Republican (Decatur), 12 February 1896


The last will of the late William B. Shrum was filed for probate in the county court today. The estate consists of 160 acres of land in Chance county, Neb, and personal property valued at $300. All the property is left to the widow, Mrs. E.J. Shrum.

Daily Republican (Decatur), 21 February 1896


Executrix' Notice - Estate of William B. Shrum, deceased

The undersigned having been appointed executrix of the estate of William B. Shrum, late of the county of Macon and state of Illinois, deceased, hereby give notice that she will appear before the April term on the first Monday in April next, at which time all persons having claims against said estate are notified and requested to attend for the purposes of having the same adjusted. All persons indebted to said estate are requested to make immediate payment to the undersigned.

Dated this 22nd day of February, 1896

Signed, Eliza J. Shrum, Executrix

Daily Republican (Decatur), 22 February 1896


Paid $1,000 Life Insurance

William B. Shrum the old veteran who died recently, was a member of Bearsdale Lodge, No. 1597, Modern Woodmen of America, and in that organization caaried a life insurance policy to the amount of $1,000, payable to the widow, Mrs. Eliza J. Shrum. Mr. Shrum died March 10. Today the clerk of the Bearsdale Camp, Rev. O.B. Huston, by the director of the head banker, paid the widow $1,000, the full face of the policy. This sum somes to the widow in a time of need, and is thankfully received by her. There are about 38 members of the Bearsdale Camp of Woodmen.

Daily Republican (Decatur), 27 March 1896


FINAL REPORT

In the county court Eliza J. Shrum, executrix of the estate of the late William B. Shrum and Anna C. Bricker, executrix of the estate of the late Lewis E. Bricker, both filed their final reports and were discharged.

Daily Review (Decatur), 8 July 1899





  SHUEY, Rev. J.F.   

The funeral services of Rev. J. F. Shuey, who died Saturday morning at 3:35 o’clock, was held at the United Brethren church Sunday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock. The services were conducted by Rev. Mr. Barton, the local pastor. He was assisted by Rev. Mr. Boggess and Rev. Mr. Arbogast of Decatur, Rev. J. Crowder of Bethany and Rev. Mr. Dermond of this place. The scripture reading, text, song and all arrangements were selected and completed by Mr. Shuey prior to his illiness.

Decatur Review, Decatur IL, 30 Oct 1925, pg. 20





  SHULL, Ellen L.



  SHULTZ, Elizabeth

DIED, Monday morning, March 27, Mrs. Elizabeth Shultz, aged 80 years. The deceased was the mother of Mrs. B.H. Cassell and Mrs. J.L. Peake, and had resided in Decatur since 1835.

Decatur Republican, Thursday, 30 Mar 1876





  SHUPP, Samuel   

Samuel Shupp, one of the early settlers of Decatur and a well known citizen, died last night at 7 o’clock at his home, 838 West Wood street. The cause of death was kidney trouble, a complaint with which Mr. Shupp had suffered for some time past. He had not been in good health for a year or more, but was able to be about and attend to his business. Just five weeks ago he was taken seriously ill and since that time he was confined to his bed. His condition did not improve and the members of his family yesterday realized that there was little hope for his recovery.

Samuel Shupp was one of the oldest grocers of the city. He was born in York county, Pa, June 28, 1832, and was therefore nearly 67 years old. When a boy he moved with his parents to Cumberland county, Pa, where he was raised and lived until a young man. He came to Decatur in 1855 and had resided here ever since, with the exception of the time when he served in the civil war. He was married in Decatur on April 30, 1857, to Miss Margaret Maffit, sister of D. A. Maffit, and is survived by his wife and one daughter, Miss Alice Shupp. He also had one other daughter Cella, wife of R. H. Buchanan, who died six years ago. He leaves a brother in Arizona and two sisters in Pennsylvania. Mr. Shupp was widely known in Decatur and was held in high respect. He followed the business of a grocer for 25 years and therefore became widely acquainted. For several years past his store was located on West Main street, just west of Church street, and previously he had a store on North Main Street. During the civil war Mr. Shupp served for three and a half years as first sergeant of company G, 116th Illinois volunteers. Since before the war he resided at the place where he died.

The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon at 4 o’clock from the residence. The services will be conducted by Rev. W.H. Penhallegon, pastor of the First Presbyterian church, and the burial will be at Greenwood cemetery.

The Daily Republican, Decatur IL, 5 May 1899

NOTE: A description of the funeral was published in The Daily Republican, Decatur Illinois, 8 May 1899.





  SHUTTER, Felix   

Of inflammation of the bowels, at his home in McPherson, Kansas, on Thursday, Oct. 7, 1886, Felix Shutter, aged 41 years.

The deceased was a son of Samuel Shutter, of Oreana, and a brother of Mrs. M. Farner, of Decatur. He was a veteran of the late war, having served in the 116th Ill. He removed to Kansas from Macon County about 15 years ago. His widow and one child, a son aged 13 years, survive him.

Saturday Herald, Decatur, IL, Saturday, 16 Oct 1886





  SIBLEY, Dr. Benjamin F.   

Dr. Benjamin F. Sibley, who for the past thirty-six years has been engaged in the practice of medicine in Decatur, passed away in death at his home, 411 North Morgan street, a few minutes before ? o’clock Monday night, Jan 9. His death was due to complications resulting from a fall received several weeks ago in alighting from a street car.

Dr. Sibley was born in Ashford Wi???? County, Conn, April 8, 1827. His family was of Scotch origin. Dr. Sibley spent the days of his youth up in his father’s farm, and began his education in the district schools of the neighborhood. When 16 years old he entered the W???? academy, graduating from that institution two years later. He decided to enter the ranks of the medical profession and began fitting himself for that work by study in the office of his brother, Dr. Louis Sibley, who was then engaged in the practice of his profession on Long Island N.Y. After three years of study in his brother’s office he entered the Berlshire Medical college, from which he graduated at the age of 23.

Dr. Sibley began to practice his profession at Ithaca, N.Y. where he remained for five years. He moved from there to Erie, Pa., and spent three years. In 1856 he arrived in Decatur, and in 1862 built the home in which he has ever since resided.

When the war broke out Dr. Sibley enlisted as surgeon of the Twenty-first Illinois infantry, General Grant’s first regiment. After the close of the war he returned to Decatur and took up the practice of his profession. He was one of the twelve veterans who organized the first Grand Army post, known as Post No.1. When Dunham post was organized he also became a member of that.

In 1850 Dr. Sibley and Miss Fannie Cole, daughter of Asa Cole of Genese, N.Y. were married. To this union were born five children: Mrs. Mary E. Parker died at the age of 36; Jennie died in infancy; the remaining children are William G. Sibley, Frank Sibley and Fannie wife of William S. Slater. He also leaves three grandchildren.

Dr. Sibley was a kind and indulgent father. He loved his home and family and as was there that his many fine traits of character were always in evidence. He was honored by the members of his profession and all who knew him held him in the highest esteem. He was a familiar figure on the streets, being actively engaged in the practice of his profession when he met with the accident which later caused his death.

The time and place of the funeral will be announced later. The members of his profession will meet at 11:00 o’clock this forenoon at the office of Dr. H.M. Wood, Pa?field block to arrange for attending the funeral.

The Daily Review, 10 Jan 1899, pg. 2





  SIGLER, Reuben   

Reuben Sigler, an old and highly respected citizen of Maroa, died at his home in that city Friday. He would have been seventy-eight years old in December. His death was caused by a complication of diseases, with which he had suffered for over a year. Mr. Sigler was a veteran of the Civil war and a charter member of the G.A.R. post in Maroa.

Mr. Sigler was born in Ashland county O., Dec. 25, 1840. When he was only nineteen years old he enlisted in company G of the Sixty-fifth Ohio Volunteer Infantry, and served for over three years. After the war he came to Illinois and settled at Maroa and had lived there ever since. He was the last of a family of seventeen children.

Mr. Sigler and Miss Fannie Stauffer of DeWitt county were married in 1865. Five children were born to them, three of whom are still living. They are Clarence W. Sigler of Decatur, Mrs. Addie Foster and Mrs. Homer Kennedy of South Pasadena Cal. Mrs. Sigler died in 1890. In 1894 he and Alice East were married. One son was born to them, J. Earl Sigler of near Clinton, ILL.

The funeral will be held at 2 o’clock Sunday afternoon at the Methodist church in Maroa. The services will be conducted by Rev. E. J. Campbell. The interment will be in the Maroa cemetery. Friends may call at the house from 1 to 2:30 o’clock Sunday afternoon.

The Daily Review, Decatur IL, 3 Aug 1918





  SIMPSON, Sarah (Querry) CLOVER



  SITES, Lydia A.(Mitchell)

Lydia A. Sites, daughter of Randolph and Lydia Mitchell and consort of Mr. Peter Sites, of this city, was born in New Reading, Perry county, Ohio, July, A.D. 1836, was married to her now deeply bereaved husband, January, 1854, removed to this State and to this county the Spring following their marriage, and to this place about one year ago, where she met an early death, and from which she has gone to a better land.

Blessed with pious and religious parents, sister Sites was led early to "the Pearl of Great Price," and when but a child united with the Methodist Episcopal church, in which she had been raised, and of which her parents were pious and orderly members.

In this the Church of her early choice she continued a faithful and consistent member attending regularly the means of Grace until she left Ohio for the west. On leaving, she like many others, did not obtain a certificate of membership, and being somewhat unsettled for a part of the time she was in this community, still remained without identifying herself with the Church here. But she preserved the fear of God before her eyes and still retained a measure of love in her heart. This was evidenced from the fact that after having attended a party or two where she found no spiritual comfort, she feared she was losing ground in religion, and with sorrow for the past, earnestly requested her husband never to take her to another.

'Tis human to err - but noble and christian to confess our errors. Hers was an excellent spirit. Those who knew her well speak commendingly of her. When tempted and tried she sought and found relief at the "Mercy Seat." When she approached the crossings of Jordan, she was somewhat fearful, she prayed for Divine assistance - grace came according to her hour, and she rejoiced and shouted praise to the Lord, and from this world of affliction and sorrow, passed safely to that of honor and glory on the evening of November 4, 1855.

"Her toils are past, her work is done,
And she is fully blest;
She fought the fight, the victory won,
And entered into rest.

Her funeral sermon was preached in the Methodist Church by the writer of this, Tuesday morning, November 6, to an interesting congregation from Gal. 6-7-8. After which her body was laid in the grave. If we "Sow to the Spirit, we shall of the Spirit reap life everlasting." May her dear friends meet her in glory - Amen! J. MONTGOMERY, Decatur, Illinois, Nov. 12, 1855

Illinois State Chronicle (Decatur), 15 Nov 1855





  SKELLEY, Elizabeth Ellen (Fitzpatrick)
Mrs Elizabeth Skelley Dies in Home at 94

Mrs. Elizabeth Ellen Skelley, 94, of 1187 West Cerro Gordo street, who was the oldest member of St. Patrick's Catholic church, died at 3:45 A.M. today in her home where she had been bedfast since Easter.

A daughter of James and Sarah Valentine Fitzpatrick, she was born in Versailles, KY., Nov 1,1850. In 1856, she moved to Decatur where she spent the rest of her life. She was married to Jon Skelley on May 20, 1872 in St Patrick's and they celebrated their golden wedding anniversary in 1922. Her husband died in 1925.

She leaves eight living children, Edward S., Roy G., Charles J., Lester J., and Sadie L., all of Decatur. Walter J., Whiting, Ind., and Ernest, Salem, Ore., and Mrs Lilah Adams, San Bernardino, Calif.: 17 grandchildren; seven great-grand-children; and a brother, Richard V. Fitzpatrick, Decatur.

Requiem high mass will be celebrated at 9:00 A. M. Wednesday in St .Patrick's church. Burial will be in Calvary cemetery. Friends may call at the Moran & Sons funeral home after 9 A.M. tomorrow.

Decatur Review, 9 Jul 1945, pg. 10





  SKELLEY, James A.   

James A. Skelley died at Waterloo, Iowa, on Sunday night, Sept. 25, aged about 57 years. Deceased was taken ill in Minnesota with paralysis. He was a brick mason and had made his home here for some years. He leaves a wife and a married daughter who resides at Mattoon. The remains arrived here from the north at 5 o’clock Monday afternoon.

Saturday Herald, Decatur IL, 1 Oct 1887, pg. 8





  SKELLEY, John

JOHN SKELLEY, 83, DIES SUDDENLY

Had Been Resident Here Sixty Years

John Skelley, one of Decatur's oldest residents, died rather suddenly at the family residence, 1104 West King street, at 6:30 o'clock Saturday morning. He was more than eighty-three years of age and this together with heart trouble was the cause of his death.

He had really been in rather poor health in the spring but had seemed to improve until about a week ago, when he became serious again. However, he had shown some improvement and only a few minutes before he fell over to the floor Saturday morning, he had walked to the door.

CAME HERE IN 1866

He was born in Goshen, Ind., on Aug. 2, 1842. When a young man, he attended Notre Dame university and upon completion of his course in that school, he came directly to Decatur in 1866. He had been a resident of Decatur ever since that time, a period of almost sixty years.

RELATIVES

He leaves his widow, Mrs. Elizabeth Skelley and the following children: Edward, Sadie, Roy, Charles and Lester, all of Decatur; Walter of Chicago, Ernest of Salem, Ore., and Mrs. Lelah Adams of San Bernadino, Cal. There are also thirteen grandchildren and two brothers, Louis of Houston, Tex., and Lawrence of Davenport, Ia. The two children in the west, Lelah and Ernest, had already been notified of his condition and both are now en route home, each expecting to be here next Tuesday morning.

The body was removed to the undertaking establishment of Moran and Sons and probably will remain there until Tuesday. The funeral will be held in St. Patrick's Catholic church, and will in all probability be next Wednesday morning.

Decatur Review, 12 Sep 1925





  SKELLEY, Lewis

LEWIS SKELLEY DIES IN TEXAS

Formerly Was Deputy County Clerk, Later City Clerk, in This City

Lewis F. Skelley, formerly city clerk of Decatur, died Thursday in Houston, Tex., where he had made his home for many years. The message announcing his death came to Mrs. Edward Higgins from her sister, Mrs. Skelley, saying that his death was due to an accident. It so happened that Mrs. Higgins was visiting in Kansas City returning home Friday night when the telegram was delivered to her and Mr. Higgins was then in Litchfield. Mr. and Mrs. Higgins left on an early morning train for Houston.

L.F. Skelley was for many years a resident of Decatur. He was deputy county clerk during the term of George P. Hardy. He was elected city clerk during a period when party lines were not drawn. Cliff Betzer then was city clerk and was regarded as invincib le in his candidacy for that office. Some of the old timers of that day thought Skelley was wholly lacking in political judgment in opposing Betzer whom he defeated by a decisive majority. More than 30 years ago, L.F. Skelley went to Houston, Tex. to make his home. He leaves his wife and to sons Arthur and Lewis.

Decatur Herald, 3 Dec 1927





  SKELLEY, Patrick

The funeral of Patrick Skelley was held at 9 o'clock Saturday morning at St. Patrick's Catholic church. The services were conducted by Rev. Father J. Murphy. There was a large attendance, many of the old residents of the city who had known Mr. Skelley for many years being present. The music was furnished by Miss Margaret Muleady and Edward Hayes. The pall bearers were all nephews of Mr. Skelley, being Edward Skelley, Frank Skelley, Roy Skelley, Lewis Skelley, Charles Skelley and Lester Skelley. The interment was in Calvary.

The Daily Review (Decatur), 7 Oct 1916





  SKELTON, Lida Kathryn (Bullock)




  SLAUGHTER, W.H.H.   

W.H.H. Slaughter died at 3 o’clock Sunday morning at his home, 535 East Herkimer street, from a complication of diseases. Mr. Slaughter was well known among the older people of the town. He came here shortly after the Civil war, and was married here.

He was born in Sullivan county, Tenn., in 1845. At the beginning of the civil war he enlisted in the mounted infantry and served throughout the war. Shortly after he was mustered out of the army in 1865, he came to Decatur, where he has lived ever since.

Mr. Slaughter leaves his wife and four children, Annie of Decatur, Hattie of Ste. Louis, Bessie of California, and Daisy of Springfield. The funeral will be held at 1:30 o’clock Tuesday afternoon from the family residence on East Herkimer street. The body will be buried in the Brush College cemetery. The services will be in the charge of Rev. H.W. Trueblood.

The Daily Review, Decatur IL, 2 Nov 1903, pg. 1





  SMALLWOOD, Joseph P.

JOE SMALLWOOD DEAD

Was Born In This County in The Year 1829

Farmed When A Young Man

Connected With Many Affairs and Made Money

Joseph P. Smallwood, who by reason of his long residence in or near Decatur, was known to most of the oldest residents of Macon county, died at his home, 159 West North street, in this city, at 6:45 a.m., Saturday, November 5. He was 69 years old. His death was caused by kidney trouble, with which he had been afflicted for a long time. A surgical operation was performed last Monday in the hope that his life might be saved, but he continued to grow worse and it has been known for several days that he could not recover. He was born in this county and the greater portion, in fact nearly all, of his life had been spent here.

Mr. Smallwood's parents, Parmenus and Deborah Smallwood, were both born in Virginia and came to Ohio in 1823. In 1824 they moved to Illinois and settled in Macon county, being among the earliest pioneers of the county. Parmenus Smallwood entered 320 acres of land a mile and a half north of Decatur, which he improved and made an excellent farm of. This part of the state was then a wilderness and there were more Indians here than white men. He served as a soldier in the war of 1812 and died in 1850 at the age of 60 years. His wife died in 1877, aged 81 years. To them were born sixteen children. Those who have died are Yanizen B, Yamzen S., George D., John B., Samuel A., James M., Daniel M., Douglas B., Parmenas A., Sarah J., Asbarinah, Gideon P. and Joseph P., the subject of this sketch. The three surviving children of Parmenus Smallwood and wife are Mrs. Elizabeth Rohen, wife of Walter Rohen of DeWitt county; Mrs. Amelia A. Bennett of Kansas and Mrs. Susan Davis, widow of Emanuel Davis.

WENT TO CALIFORNIA

Joseph P. Smallwood was born July 10, 1829 on the home farm a mile and a half north of Decatur. He received his education in a log school and until he was sixteen years of age, he assisted his father on the farm. At the time, he decided to learn the blacksmith trade, but after working at it for five years he decided that there were few blacksmiths getting rich and he decided that he would try something else. In 1850, while the California fever was at its height, Mr. Smallwood made his way overland to that state and spent three years there in a search for the yellow metal. He brought back some gold with him in 1854, but he did not meet with any flattering success. He decided that the surest way to get gold was to dig it out of a farm in Macon county. He farmed very successfully for five years, when he traded his farm for a steam mill. He followed the milling business for about one year.

In October 1857, at Decatur Mr. Smallwood was married to Miss Mary Frederick. The couple became the parents of two children, Effie and Sheridan. The latter died when quite young. The former was married to John B. Lauffer and is also now deceased. Mrs. Smallwood died in 1859. Later Mr. Smallwood was married to Miss Elizabeth Hawes. By the second wife there was only one child, Frank Smallwood, who survives his father. The third wife of Mr. Smallwood was Mrs. Mary Harpell-Trimble of Cincinnati. The wedding occurred in August 1877. She died in October 1880.

In 1870 Mr. Smallwood went into the clothing and tailoring business in the room where Jones and Hall are now located. The firm name was Smallwood and Hudson. They later moved to Prairie street and occupied a room just east of the Decatur Gun company's store. He continued in this business for thirteen years. In the meantime he had bought considerable land in Shelby and Edgar counties and in 1883 he sold out his clothing and tailoring interests and devoted his time to the improvement of his farms.

HIS PROPERTY

(NOTE: The next sentence is typed as presented)Mr. Smallwood was for a number of He was the owner of the famous Aloha years engaged in breeding fast horses. The horse cost him practically nothing, and when sold in 1892 brought Mr. Smallwood $21,000.

In 1885 with later additions Mr. Smallwood built the handsome residence on West North street known as Smallwood flats. He owned real estate in several counties, his property amounting to many hundreds of acres. He recently purchased the Leforgee residence and the house formerly occupied as the Presbyterian parsonage, both of which are just across the street from the Smallwood flats. He also owned a considerable amount of inner city property.

His wealth is estimated at from $100,000 to $125,000.

Besides his sisters and his son, Frank Smallwood, he leaves two nephews, J.B. and Jerome R. Smallwood, and a nieve, Mrs. Jesse Leforgee.

The funeral will be held at 2 o'clock Monday from the residence. Dr. H.C. Jones will read a sketch of Mr. Smallwood's life, and they body will be laid to rest in Greenwood.

The casket will be open from 11 to 1 o'clock Monday, and friends who so desire may call during these hours.

Daily Review, 6 November 1898


THE DEAD AT REST

Funeral of The Late Joseph Smallwood

Reading of Selections by Dr. T.B. Spalding - Music By the Choir - Burial At Greenwood

The funeral of the late Joseph P. Smallwood was held this afternoon at 2 o'clock from his late residence on West North street. There was quite a huge attendance of friends. The casket was placed in one of the parlors of the residence and there were several floral designs. The services were very simple and consisted only of the singing of two hymns and the readings of an obituary notice and a short statement as to the feelings of the deceased as to religion.

At 2 o'clock the service opened with the singing of a chant entitled "Almighty One". Dr. T.D. Spalding then arose and fear from a copy of the Evening Republican the obituary printed the day of Mr. Smallwood's death. On concluding Dr. Spalding read from another newspaper an account which he stated Mr. Smallwood before his death had requested he read to show his sentiments in regard to religion. The article was quite a long one. It forbid any religious services being held at the funeral and denounced religion as being a fraud. The author expressed himself as being unable to believe what was taught him when young about there being a God and that had he been raised in the Mohammedan religion his belief in the Koran would have been just as firm as his belief in the Bible, and that the progress of the world advanced with the growth of skepticism. In conclusion the belief was expressed by the unknown author of the article that the world would be better when the people gave up the idea of religion. The choir then sang a hymn entitled "There Is a Wilderness in God's Mercy Like The Wilderness of The Sea," and the ceremonies were concluded. The casket was closed and carried from the house by the pallbearers, who were Reed Spencer, Eli Brenneman, A.J. Danston, J.G. Cloyd, O.B. Gorin and John R. McLean.

The burial took place at Greenwood cemetery, where the remains were quietly laid to rest. As the casket was being lowered, "The Better Land" was ____ by the choir which comprised Miss Beatrice Howard, Mrs. Bert Gher, D.L. Bunn and Bert Gher.

Daily Republican, 7 November 1898





  SMART, Charles Frank

Charles Frank Smiart, 514 E. Marietta St, retired groceryman, died at St. Mary's Hospital at 2:30 o'clock Monday morning. He was 64 years old last August. He had been in failing health for several years and had been in the hospital the last 6 weeks.

Mr. Smart was born in Maroa August 22, 1863. He moved to Decatur 36 years ago. He was a member of Decatur camp No. 144, M.W.A. He is survived by his wife, but no children. He also leaves the following sisters and brothers: Mrs. Minnie Schultz, Mrs. Mate Vernor, G.T. Smart, David Smart, Mrs. Lottie Mettier, all of Maroa. The body was taken to Moran and Sons Funeral Directors and prepared for burial.

Decatur Review, Mon, Nov 21, 1927, p. 8





  SMART, Mrs. William

Mrs. William Smart died Monday morning at her home in Maroa, aged about 65 years. Mrs. Smart had been in failing health for several months.

She was married to William Smart Dec. 12, 1876, in Austin township, and in 1880 the family moved to Maroa where they have since resided.

She is survived by her husbans, who has been very low for several months, and 4 children, Mrs. Josephine Davis of Decatur, William J. and Edward of Moline, IL; and Miss Georgia and Miss Eunice of Maroa. There are 3 sisters and 2 brothers.

Funeral services will be held at the Christian Church at 2:30 Wednesday and burial will be in the Maroa Cemetery.

Decatur Daily Review, Tues, June 1, 1920, p. 12





  SMITH, Addie (Burke)

Mrs. Addie Emma [Burke] SMITH 79, died at 2:10 am today [13 Jan 1939] in her home in Boody after an illness of six weeks. A daughter of John and Sarah Burke, she was born in Blue Mound Township, November 3, 1859. She married Millard T. Smith on June 18, 1884. He died Jan 1, 1929.

Mrs Smith leaves six children; Floyd and Reid of Decatur, Lynn and Vere of Boody, Mrs. Dot Schenk of Boody and Mrs. Madge Cope of Decatur. She also leaves ten grandchildren and one sister; Ora Neintker of Boody. One daughter, Florence Smith preceded her in death.

She was a member of the Zion Methodist Church and a resident of Boody for 57 years. Funeral services will be conducted at 2pm Sunday in the United Brethren Church in Boody with Monson Funeral Directors in charge. burial will be in Salem Cemetary. The body is at the family residence in Boody.

Contributed by Helen in Texas





  SMITH, B. F.

DIED - Mr. B.F. Smith, an old citizen of this place, died at his residence last night, April 19th, inst., of quick consumption. For several years Mr. Smith has been a member of the bar in this county, and once ranked among the best in the legal profession. He leaves a large and estimable family.

Daily Republican (Decatur), 28 April 1872





  SMITH, Caleb

Caleb Smith Dies In McLeansboro

Was Once Member of Decatur Rescue Hose Team

Another member of Decaturs old Rescue Hose team the volunteer fire department of years ago, Caleb Smith, died at his home in McLeansboro Sunday morning; he had been seriously ill only a short time, but due to his advanced age his health had not been of the very best for some time. He was about 80 rears old and was born In Germany but came to this country with his parents when but a small boy. First living in Moweaqua, where his father helped build the Illinois Central railroad through that place. When still a very young man he came to Decatur and learned the cigar makers trade in the Michl cigar factory.

AN ATHLETE

He followed this trade for many years. About forty years ago the family moved to McLeansboro where he has lived ever since. He conducted a cigar factory and a brickyard at that place for many years but in late years had retired. When a young man in Decatur he was inclined toward athletics and was not only a member of the old Rescue Hose team but was also active in the Turner Society.

FOUR CHILDREN

He is survived by four children; L. L. Smith, vice-president of the Illinois Standard Trust Co, of Decatur, Harry Smith, formerly of Decatur and now of Huntington, Ind., Mrs Nellie Hassett, also formerly of Decatur and now of McLeansboro and Miss. Genevieve Smith at home. His wife who preceded him in death several years ago was formerly Maria Fitzpatrick of Decatur. The funeral will be held at the Catholic Church in McLeansboro Tuesday morning and will be attended by a number of relatives from Decatur.

Decatur Review, Decatur, Illinois, Monday, 19 Apr 1926, pg. 3





  SMITH, Child

The youngest child of Mr. and Mrs. Eli H. Smith died early Friday morning, Oct. 12. The funeral was conducted by Rev. McCarty at the Christian church Saturday morning, after which the remains were taken to the Peck cemetery, northwest of Cerro Gordo, for interment.

The Daily Review (Decatur), 17 Oct 1894





  SMITH, Edward L.

DIED, on Saturday, the 17th inst., (after a short illness of Diabetis,) EDWARD L., son of G.A. and Ann Smith, aged 12 years and 7 days.

Illinois State Chronicle (Decatur), 22 Sep 1859





  SMITH, Elizabeth

Funeral services for Mrs. Elizabeth E. Smith will be at 11 o'clock Monday morning in Mt. Carmel church near Vandalia. The funeral party will leave Moran's at 8 o'clock.

Decatur Herald, 17 Jun 1928





  SMITH, Flo

Flo Smith, the infant daughter of Mr. & Mrs. M.T. Smith, of Boody, died of scarlett fever, December 16, aged 17 months. The funeral was held Sunday at 11 o'clock at the residence and the remains were laid to rest in Salem cemetery.

Weekly Herald Despatch (Decatur, IL), 24 Dec 1892





  SMITH, Floyd Burke

Floyd Burke SMITH, 67, died at 1:30 pm yestrday, 28 Dec 1952, in his home at 1718 E. Cantrell St., Decatur, IL. He had been in failing health for three years.

A salesman for the Decatur Bottling Company for 27 years. Smith retired in 1949. He had lived in Decatur all his adult life and was member of the Modern Woodmen.

Smith was born Jan 23, 1885 in Boody, a son of Millard and Addie [Burke] SMITH. He was married to Rhea Curtis in Springfield in 1921. He leaves his wife, two daughters; Mrs. Ila Bower, Decatur, and Mrs. Audrey Herring, Baltimore,MD; two sons, Millard Smith in the Navy in Japan, and Lyle Smith, Tuscola; one brother, Reid Rufus Smith, Mesa,AZ; two sisters, Mrs. Dot Schenk,Boody and Mrs. Madge Cope,Decatur; and six granchildren. Two brothers and one sister preceded him in death.

The body is in Brintlinger Funeral Home. Burial will be in Graceland Cemetary.

Contributed by Helen in Texas





  SMITH, Hazel M. Souders

Submitted by: Hazel Fry





  SMITH, Jessie Fremont (Stuart)



  SMITH, James W.

James W. Smith Dies In Niantic

Had Served Several Terms As Assessor

James W. Smith, one of the oldest residents of Niantic township, and assessor in that township for 20 years or more, died Wednesday afternoon at his home in Niantic. He was 85 years old last July. His death was due to complications incident to old age.

Mr. Smith was born in Booneville, Indiana July 11, 1841. He and Miss Martha E. Robinson were married there March 6, 1862. That same year he enlisted in Co.B of the ninety-first Ind. volunteer infantry and served three years till the close of the war. He was always glad to meet old soldiers who had participated in campaigns engaged in by his regiment.

Served As Assessor

Mr. Smith moved to Niantic township more than 50 years ago, and was known to practically everybody in the community. For many years he was engaged in farming. He was often elected assessor, a duty he performed to the satisfaction of all. He retired several years ago and moved into town. Mrs. Smith died in 1909. He and Mrs. Marilla S.D. Holt were married in 1921. He is survived by his wife and the following children, James T. Smith of Sullivan, Ind.; John D. Smith of Chicago; Jasper A. Smith of Waterloo, Iowa; Travis D. Smith of Salt Lake City and William (Dick) Smith of Decatur.

Decatur Review, 23 December 1926





  SMITH, Lewis C.



  SMITH, Maria (Fitzpatrick)

MRS CALEB SMITH, OLD RESIDENT DIES

Expires at Her Home in McLeansboro

Mrs Caleb Smith years ago a Decatur resident and who will be remembered here by many older residents, died at her home in McLeansboro, Illinois, Monday night according to the message received here Tuesday morning. Her two sons, Harry Smith, 972 West King Street and L. L. Smith, 1136 East Main Street, received word Monday afternoon and left immediately for her bedside. A sister, Mrs. John Skelley, 1104 West King and a sister-in-law, Mrs. Johanna Fitzpatrick, 802 West Eldorado Street, left for McLeansboro Tuesday morning.

Mrs. Smith was formerly Miss Maria Fitzpatrick and was born at Versailles, Ky., Oct. 2, 1848, almost sixty-nine years ago, and came to Decatur with her parents when a child. She married Caleb Smith, a cigar-maker of this city, in 1869. She was a member of the St. Patrick's church choir here in the early days of that congregation. Thirty-four years ago, they removed to McLeansboro, where Mr. Smith conducted a cigar factory and brickyard. Besides her two sons here, she is survived by her husband and two daughters, Mrs. Nellie Hassett, until recently of Decatur and now of McLeansboro, and Miss Gcnevieve Smith, living at home. The funeral will be held at McLeansboro Thursday morning.

The Daily Review, Decatur, Illinois, Tuesday, 3 Jul 1917, pg. 10





  SMITH, May Annetta Rowland

DECATUR - May Annetta Rowland Smith, 87, of Lake Oswego, Oregon, formerly a long time Decatur resident, died 2:00 P.M., Saturday, March 24, 2007. Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M., Tuesday, April 3, 2007, at Brintlinger & Earl Funeral Home, Decatur, IL, with visitation one hour prior to service time at the funeral home. Graveside services will be 2:30 P.M., Tuesday, April 3, 2007, at Rutland Cemetery, Rutland, IL. Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church.

May was born August 11, 1919, in Rutland, IL, the daughter of Raymond Regnald and Leda Marguerite (Blandin) Rowland. She married Kerwyn Bailey Smith on August 16, 1942. May was a life long member of First United Methodist Church in Decatur. She worked at the Pentagon in Washington, D.C. during WWII. After graduating from Millikin University with a teaching degree, she taught K-12 in the one-room schoolhouse in Monitor, Illinois before getting married and later taught Special Education in the Decatur Public Schools. May was a member of Stephen Decatur Chapter NSDAR and the Eastern Star. She later moved to Oregon in 2001.

She is survived by her daughter Nancy Sheinbaum and grandson Scott Sheinbaum; daughter Carol Ann Meadows and granddaughter Joanna Lynn Abbott; brothers Raymond Rowland and Walter F. Rowland; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Kerwyn (September 29, 2000), daughter Patricia Mae Smith (August 15, 2000).

Herald & Review (Decatur), 1 Apr 2007

Submitted by: Kathy Ikeda





  SMITH, Millard Theadore

Millard Theadore SMITH died at his residence in Boody at 7:30 o'clock, Saturday night [1 June 1929] following an illness of short duration. He had suffered a stroke of apoplexy Friday morning. Mr. Smith was born in Boody, Dec 18, 1856 and was seventy-three years of age. In 1884 he was married to Addie Emma Burke. He is survived by his wife and the following children: Floyd and Lynn Smith of Decatur, Reid and Vere Smith of Boody, and Miss Dot Smith of Boody and Miss Madge Smith also of Boody. Mr. Smith was s stock buyer and feeder all his life with the exception of one year in 1888, when he was a cattle salesman in Indianapolis for Middlesworth, Benson, Coburn and Company. All his life but the one year was spent in Boody. Funeral services will be held at the United Brethern Church in Boody at 2pm Tuesday afternoon.

Contributed by Helen in Texas





  SMITH, Sarah (Goodpasture)

Mrs. Sarah Smith died early Tuesday night (23 Jan 1923) at the Decatur and Macon County Hospital. She was sixty-four years old. Mrs. Smith had been in poor health for a long time. Last Saturday she submitted to a surgical operation, but was unable to rally.

Mrs. Smith is survived by three sister, Mrs. Annie Haynes of Long Creek, Miss Ivan Kaiser, whose home is in South Dakota, and Mrs. Nettie Hill, who lives in Nebraska. She also leaves three brother, T.J. Goodpasture of Decatur, S. Goodpasture and J.W. Goodpasture, both living east of Decatur, and a sister, Sue Goodpasture of Oakley. The body was removed to the Moran & Sons undertaking establishment and prepared for burial.

Decatur Review - Jan 23, 1923 - p. 6

(Burial in North Fork Cem., Macon Co, IL)