Gabriel D. McKenzie

Notes:

Buried in St. Bonaventure Cemetery, Loudon TWP, Fayette County, Illinois.

Gabriel McKenzie and Anna Nancy Logue

Children: Benjamin Francis, baptized 8 November 1829
Nathan, baptized 10 March 1833
Lewis, baptized 18 January 1837
Catherine Margaret, born 22 September 1838
Isabella, baptized 4 June 1848

All information is from records of St. Luke's Catholic Church, Danville, Knox Co.,
Ohio, 1829-1909, compiled by Richard Koch and Phyllis Davidson, and published in 2001.

Other sources of information: Ray Leidinger, Cumberland, Maryland. His notes reflect that he acquired the information in his possession circa 1958 from Lena Logue Schmeiter, who sent it to Mrs. Ruth McKenzie who sent it to Barbara Mckenzie. He also obtained information from Bobbie Holt McKenzie.

Additional information from Find-a-Grave:

Birth: Dec. 22, 1801
Allegany County
Maryland, USA
Death: Feb. 15, 1884
Moccasin
Effingham County
Illinois, USA

Gabriel was the son of Gabriel McKenzie and Ann Maddox. He married 29 Apr 1824 Nancy (Ann) Logue. They were the parents of 12 children: Aaron, Honora, Benjamine Francis, Susanna, Jester, Nathan, John, Lewis (Louis), Gabriel, Catharine Margaret "Kate", Isabella and Rebecca Jane McKenzie.

Burial:
Saint Bonaventure Cemetery
Saint Elmo
Fayette County
Illinois, USA

Created by: Beverly Sweeney / Christ...
Record added: Nov 26, 2006
Find A Grave Memorial# 16792332

Gabe Mckinsie
United States Census, 1880
Name:Gabe Mckinsie
Event Type:Census
Event Year:1880
Event Place:Moccasin, Effingham, Illinois, United States
Gender:Male
Age:80
Marital Status:Widowed
Race:White
Race (Original):W
Occupation:Retired Farmer
Relationship to Head of Household:Other
Relationship to Head of Household (Original):Other
Birth Year (Estimated):1800
Birthplace:Maryland, United States
Father's Birthplace:Maryland, United States
Mother's Birthplace:Maryland, United States
Affiliate Name:The U.S. National Archives and Records Administration (NARA)
Affiliate Publication Number:T9
Affiliate Film Number:0205
HouseholdRoleGenderAgeBirthplace
Lewis MckinsieSelfM42Ohio, United States
Amanda MckinsieWifeF42Illinois, United States
Benjamin MckinsieSonM21Illinois, United States
Nansie MckinsieDaughterF14Illinois, United States
Wilson MckinsieSonM12Illinois, United States
Charles MckinsieSonM10Illinois, United States
Agnes MckinsieDaughterF8Illinois, United States
Melissa MckinsieDaughterF5Illinois, United States
Gabe MckinsieOtherM80Maryland, United States
Edward MckinsieSonM18Illinois, United States
Lewis MckinsieSonM3Illinois, United States

Gabriel Mc Kinzy
United States Census, 1870
Name:Gabriel Mc Kinzy
Event Type:Census
Event Year:1870
Event Place:Illinois, United States
Gender:Male
Age:70
Race:White
Race (Original):W
Birth Year (Estimated):1799-1800
Birthplace:Maryland
Page Number:14
HouseholdRoleGenderAgeBirthplace
Gabriel Mc KinzyM70Maryland
Nancy Mc KinzyF67Maryland
Rebecah Mc KinzyF20Illinois
Household ID: 96 , Line Number: 35 , Affiliate Name: The U.S. National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) , Affiliate Publication Number: M593 , GS Film number: 000545718 , Digital Folder Number: 004262972 , Image Number: 00417

Gabiel Mc Kinsey
United States Census, 1860
Name:Gabiel Mc Kinsey
Event Type:Census
Event Year:1860
Event Place:Town 8 N R 4 E, Effingham, Illinois, United States
Gender:Male
Age:58
Race:White
Birth Year (Estimated):1802
Birthplace:Md
Page:133
Affiliate Name:The U.S. National Archives and Records Administration (NARA)
Affiliate Publication Number:M653
HouseholdRoleGenderAgeBirthplace
Gabiel Mc KinseyM58Md
Nancy Mc KinseyF57Md
Rebeca J Mc KinseyF10Ills
Household ID: 944 , GS Film Number: 803176 , Digital Folder Number: 004213442 , Image Number: 00707
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Gabriel Mckinsey
United States Census, 1850
Name:Gabriel Mckinsey
Event Type:Census
Event Year:1850
Event Place:Fayette county, Fayette, Illinois, United States
Gender:Male
Age:47
Race:White
Birth Year (Estimated):1803
Birthplace:Maryland
House Number:30
HouseholdRoleGenderAgeBirthplace
Gabriel MckinseyM47Maryland
Nancy MckinseyF47Maryland
Francis MckinseyM21Ohio
John MckinseyM16Ohio
Lewis MckinseyM14Ohio
Catherine M MckinseyF12Ohio
Rebecca I MckinseyF0Illinois
Household ID: 30 , Line Number: 33 , Affiliate Name: The U.S. National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) , Affiliate Publication Number: M432 , Affiliate Film Number: 106 , GS Film Number: 7679 , Digital Folder Number: 004193355 , Image Number: 00112

The following information was received by the author from Robert (Bob) McKenzie in June, 2016:

Notes for GABRIEL MCKENZIE:

As a matter of record, this Gabriel McKenzie, his brother Aaron, and two of their sisters, Catherine and Elizabeth, married four members of the Daniel and Honora (Logsdon) Logue family. Catherine married Ralph E. Logue, Elizabeth married John Smith Logue, Aaron married Mary E. Logue, and Gabriel married Nancy Logue. By the time Honora (Logsdon) Logue and Daniel Logue died, she in 1844 and he in 1851, Elizabeth (McKenzie) Logue had also died, and John Smith Logue had remarried. In select papers regarding the estate of Daniel Logue, both Mary (Logue) McKenzie and Nancy (Logue) McKenzie are mentioned. This information appears in John H. Doty's "Pioneer Families of Colonial America," Copyright 1977, on pages 188, 202-203.

From the legal description of real estate mentioned in estate papers of Gabriel McKenzie's son Lewis McKenzie, Gabriel and Nancy (Logue) McKenzie were grantors of "the North West Quarter of the North West Quarter of Sec 19, Township 8, North Range 4, East of the 3rd P.M., containing 45 and 90/100 acres through a warranty" to Lewis McKenzie and his wife Normanda (Logue) McKenzie, the grantees. This particular land is located near Moccasin, IL.

For those who enjoy family stories, one legend exists that Gabriel would walk from his farm house near Moccasin to Effingham every year to pay his real estate taxes. On his last trip, it is said that he only made it part of the way and was forced to rest. Eventually, he was brought home by some neighbors. Legend also has it that he regularly walked from his farm near Moccasin to Saint Bonaventure Church, three miles north of St. Elmo, IL., so that he could attend Mass. Seemingly, Gabriel was a religious person. In the entry made of his death and burial on February 17, 1884, on page 160 of Volume I of the parish records for St. Bonaventure now maintained at St.Clare's Church in Altamont, IL, the priest at that time wrote, "Today, I buried Gabriel McKensey. He was a very pious man."

Gabriel died on February 15, 1884, and one assumes that he is buried in the St. Bonaventure Cemetery, next to the church he loved to attend. In an obituary prepared about Gabriel's son Lewis McKenzie, the journalist at that time related that another of Gabriel's sons, John McKenzie, was the very first person to be buried in St. Bonaventure Cemetery. Regrettably, no markers indicate the location of either person's grave. Gabriel's wife preceded him in death a little over 5 years earlier.

Gabriel married Nancy Ann Logue on 29 Apr 1824 in St. Luke's Catholic Church, Danville, Knox County, Ohio. Nancy (daughter of Daniel Logue and Honora (Oner) Logsdon) was born on 16 Mar 1803 in Allegany County, Maryland; died on 14 Dec 1878 in Effingham, Effingham County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Honora was the daughter of Gabriel McKenzie and Nancy Ann Logue. She was the 1st wife of Edward F. Logue, married 20 Sep 1849. They had 6 children and was a guardian to another. James Wilson, Franklin Marion, Maurice/Morris, Lewis, William Henry and Joseph Norman Logue. Also Emily (Mary Emma) McKenzie daughter of Edward's sister Barbara Logue and Honora's brother Francis McKenzie. (Barbara died and Francis remarried).

Birth: Sep. 25, 1826
Death: Jan. 5, 1873

Honora was the daughter of Gabriel McKenzie and Nancy Ann Logue. She was the 1st wife of Edward F. Logue, married 20 Sep 1849. They had 6 children and was a guardian to another. James Wilson, Franklin Marion, Maurice/Morris, Lewis, William Henry and Joseph Norman Logue. Also Emily (Mary Emma) McKenzie daughter of Edward's sister Barbara Logue and Honora's brother Francis McKenzie. (Barbara died and Francis remarried).


Burial:
Saint Bonaventure Cemetery
Saint Elmo
Fayette County
Illinois, USA

Created by: Beverly Sweeney / Christ...
Record added: Nov 12, 2006
Find A Grave Memorial# 16620094

Honora married Edward F. Logue on 20 Sep 1849 in Fayette County, Illinois. Edward (son of Henry Payne Logue and Mariah Aychons) was born on 1 Dec 1829 in Knox County, Ohio; died on 17 Nov 1883 in Saint Elmo, Fayette County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Baptized 8 Nov 1829 per the records of St. Luke's Catholic Church, Knox County, Danville, Ohio.

Birth: Sep. 17, 1829
Knox County
Ohio, USA
Death: Feb. 8, 1916
Clay County
Illinois, USA

"Frank" was the son of Gabriel McKenzie & Nancy Logue. He married 1st 12 Dec 1852 Barbara Logue. They had one child: Emily McKenzie. 2nd he married 8 May 1856 Maria Holmes. They had 2 children: Honora Jane McKenzie and Louis McKenzie. 3rd he married 10 Sep 1864 Mary Desdemonia Schell as her 2nd husband. They were the parents of 8 children: Gabriel, Isaac, Emma Frances, Mary, Sarah Lucinda, Maurice, Katharine Mary and Francis McKenzie.

Spouse:
Barbara Logue McKenzie (1834 - 1855)*

Children:
Lewis McKenzie (1859 - 1947)*

*Calculated relationship


Burial:
Saint Bonaventure Cemetery
Saint Elmo
Fayette County
Illinois, USA

Created by: Beverly Sweeney / Christ...
Record added: Jan 09, 2007
Find A Grave Memorial# 17367517

Benjamin married Barbara Logue on 23 Dec 1852 in Effingham County, Illinois. Barbara (daughter of Henry Payne Logue and Mariah Aychons) was born on 17 Oct 1834 in Fayette County, Illinois; died on 24 Jan 1855 in Fayette County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Benjamin married Maria Anna Holmes on 26 May 1856. Maria died in UNKNOWN. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Benjamin married Mary Desdemonia Schell on 10 Sep 1865. Mary died in UNKNOWN. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Baptized 10 Mar 1833 per the records of St. Luke's Catholic Church, Knox County, Danville, Ohio.

Notes:

Per an email from Dawn Marie Stricker Sanders dated July 16, 2014 comes the following with respect to John McKenzie (b. 1834):

1.His death date is 22 Feb 1893. Source: St. Luke's Records 1829-early 1900's, p. 187

2.He was born 1834. 2 Sources: 1) US Census 1850 for Fayette County, Illinois. His age is 16. 2) Mustered in 2 Nov 1861, age 27. Interesting note about his service--he was absent from duty due to illness (chronic diarrhea), but the reason for the absence wasn't known and he was charged with desertion. The charge was later dropped. I just received his service records.

3.Sometime between the 1850 census in Illinois and his marriage in 1860, he moved back to Knox County, Ohio. It appears that some of his brothers may have also moved back.. It is true that his father, Gabriel D. stayed in Illinois and is buried in Effingham county, Illinois.

4.Buried: 27 Dec 1893. He is buried in the Soldier Section of St. Luke's Cemetery. (Ed. Note: St. Luke's Catholic Church, Danville, Know County, Ohio).

5.I will forward the response to my email inquiry to St. Lukes regarding both John W. McKenzie and Charlotte "Charity" Critchfield. There is an explanation about death and burial. I'm hoping to get his grave registered with the Veteran's Project in Ohio.

6.His wife is Charlotte "Charity" Critchfield. I cannot as yet locate her parents. I'm going to expand my search for her parents to counties surrounding Knox, as there is evidence that John Critchfield (rev war) settled in Holmes County. I'll check there first, before chasing down the Critchfields who went to NC.

7.She was born in 1843. Source: US Census 1870 for Howard Twp., Knox, Ohio She states her age is 27 and born in Ohio.

8.She died 27 Dec 1900. Source: St. Luke's Records 1829-early 1900's. p. 188

9.Ohio, Marriages, 1800-1958, online database at familysearch.org Marriage Date: 1 Feb 1860; Charity's father was dead, but mother gave her permission to marry. Knox county, Ohio

Also, the following with respect to John's grave and that of his wife:




-----Original Message-----
From: St. Luke Church
To: homesand8
Sent: Wed, Jul 9, 2014 3:10 pm
Subject: RE: McKenzie / Critchfield
Dawn,

According to an index of deaths and burials, John McKenzie was buried Feb. 24, 1893. He was 58 years old. It does not give a burial location.
There is a listing for Charity McKenzie, buried Dec. 27, 1900, age 57. No burial location given.

In the back of this notebook, is a section for Veterans. John McKenzie is listed – Born 1834 per Roster – Died – Buried 2-24-1893, Army private, Co. K, 43rd O.V.I., Civil War, In service Nov. 2, 1861-March 3, 1862? (question mark following year) To the right of the listing it has Row 13, Gr. 38

There is a map of the old section hanging in the office identifying veterans & he is listed there, row 13, grave 38.

Eric Stutz is our caretaker. I talked to him. He cannot identify the graves. The inscriptions are very worn.

Sandy

________________________________________
From: homesand8@aol.com [mailto:homesand8@aol.com]
Sent: Monday, July 07, 2014 8:26 PM
To: stluke@ecr.net
Subject: McKenzie / Critchfield

Hi there,

I am researching my family. I have a copy of Koch's "St. Luke's Records 1829-early 1900's. There are two entries for deaths that I am writing about to ask if they are buried in your cemetery:

Page 187: 24 Feb 1893 John McKenzie 59 yr. He was a Civil War Veteran.

Page 188: 27 Dec 1900 Charlotte Charity Critchfield McKenzie 58 yr

I'm fairly certain that this John is her husband. There is a Civil War Widow Pension claim dated 8 Sept 1893. I am hoping to visit the cemetery in a couple of weeks, and would like to identify their graves if possible. Is there a care taker whom I could contact to find out if they are interred there?

Thanks so much for your time,

Dawn Sanders

In another email from Dawn Sanders on Luly 18, she states:

Mike,

John's middle initial "W" appears on his Civil War records and the pension record that names Charity as his widow. Wish I knew what it stands for. I am going to look for a will in Knox County Mon/Tues during my research visit. I plan to send docs to you sometime, soon

Dawn

Family/Spouse: Charlotte (Charity) Critchfield. Charlotte was born on 7 Jun 1843 in Ohio; died on 27 Dec 1900 in Danville, Knox County, Ohio. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Most of the information reflected in the line of Lewis Mckenzie was received by the author in June, 2016 from Robert (Bob) McKenzie.

Baptized 18 Jan 1837 per the records of St. Luke's Catholic Church, Knox County, Danville, Ohio.

Birth: Sep. 3, 1836
Knox County
Ohio, USA
Death: Jan. 8, 1917
Illinois, USA

Lewis was born in Monroe Township the son of Gabriel McKenzie and Nancy (Ann) Logue. He died in Moccasin Township, Effingham Co, IL. He married 1st Normanda Mary (Amanda) Logue. They has 9 children: Benjamin Francis, Michael Edward, Sarah, Nancy Maria, James Jacob Wilson, Charles Henry, Mary Agnes (Maria), Margaret Melissa and Lewis Curtis (Louis) McKenzie.
Lewis married 2nd 9 Jun 1883 Sarah Catherine Hissong. They had one child: Joseph E. McKenzie.

Family links:
Spouse:
Normanda Mary Logue McKenzie (1838 - 1881)*

Children:
Benjamin Francis McKenzie (1859 - 1891)*

*Calculated relationship


Burial:
Saint Bonaventure Cemetery
Saint Elmo
Fayette County
Illinois, USA

Created by: Beverly Sweeney / Christ...
Record added: Nov 26, 2006
Find A Grave Memorial# 16791376

"LEWIS MCKENZIE DIES AT HOME"

"Lewis McKenzie died at his home two miles west of Moccasin, Friday morning at 6 o'clock, Jan. 5, 1917. He was 79 years old at the time of his death."

"Mr. McKenzie was born in Knox Co., Ohio, Sept. 23, 1837 and came to Illinois when he was but 10 years old together with his father, mother, two brothers and one sister.* From this family the sister, Mrs. Katie Durbin, is the only one living. His brother Frank having gone to the home of God last February."

"The first brother, John, died about 70 years ago and was the first person to be buried in the St. Bonaventure Cemetery."

"Mr. McKenzie was married the second time. His first wife was Miss Normanda Logue of Effingham Co. To this union were born nine children. Benny, the oldest boy, and Sarah, the oldest girl, died years ago. The surviving children of this union are: Edward McKenzie and Mrs. William Hosler, Monticello, Mrs. Saint Doty and James McKenzie, Lovington, Mrs. J.D. Rhodes, Avena, Charles McKenzie, Altamont and Curtis McKenzie, Beecher City, Illinois."

"His second marriage was to Mrs. Sarah Dial, who remains after him. One boy, Joseph, was the only child born to them."

"Mr. McKenzie was a good Christian man having lived and died a good Catholic and besides his wife and children, he leaves many relatives and friends to mourn his departure."

"He was buried at the St. Bonaventure Cemetery, the funeral being preached by Rev. Father Walsh, of Altamont, Illinois."

*(The writer of this obituary would have been unaware that Honora McKenzie Logue was also in the group that emigrated from Ohio to Illinois in 1843)



Lewis Mckinsie
United States Census, 1880
Name:Lewis Mckinsie
Event Type:Census
Event Year:1880
Event Place:Moccasin, Effingham, Illinois, United States
Gender:Male
Age:42
Marital Status:Married
Race:White
Race (Original):W
Occupation:Farming
Relationship to Head of Household:Self
Relationship to Head of Household (Original):Self
Birth Year (Estimated):1838
Birthplace:Ohio, United States
Father's Birthplace:Maryland, United States
Mother's Birthplace:Maryland, United States
Affiliate Name:The U.S. National Archives and Records Administration (NARA)
Affiliate Publication Number:T9
Affiliate Film Number:0205
HouseholdRoleGenderAgeBirthplace
Lewis MckinsieSelfM42Ohio, United States
Amanda MckinsieWifeF42Illinois, United States
Benjamin MckinsieSonM21Illinois, United States
Nansie MckinsieDaughterF14Illinois, United States
Wilson MckinsieSonM12Illinois, United States
Charles MckinsieSonM10Illinois, United States
Agnes MckinsieDaughterF8Illinois, United States
Melissa MckinsieDaughterF5Illinois, United States
Gabe MckinsieOtherM80Maryland, United States
Edward MckinsieSonM18Illinois, United States
Lewis MckinsieSonM3Illinois, United States
District: 131 , Sheet Number and Letter: 299C , GS Film Number: 1254205 , Digital Folder Number: 004240482 , Image Number: 00361
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Marriage data: Effingham Co. IL Marriage Book B, page 96.

"

Lewis married Normanda Mary Logue on 27 Mar 1859 in Fayette County, Illinois. Normanda (daughter of Henry Payne Logue and Mariah Aychons) was born on 29 Mar 1839 in Fayette County, Illinois; died on 12 Jun 1881 in Fayette County, Loudon TWP, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Lewis married Sarah Hissong on 9 Jun 1883 in Effingham County, Illinois. Sarah was born on 15 Mar 1843 in Knox County, Ohio; died on 19 Apr 1917 in Fayette County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Born 22 Sep 1838 per the records of St. Luke's Catholic Church, Knox County, Danville, Ohio.

Birth: Sep. 22, 1838
Knox County
Ohio, USA
Death: Jan. 21, 1932
Fayette County
Illinois, USA

"Kate" was the daughter of Gabriel McKenzie and Nancy (Ann) Logue. She married 15 Aug 1856 Benjamin Durbin. They had 5 children: Mary Jane, James oliver, Amanda Alberta, Joseph Francis and Fontie Durbin.

Family links:
Spouse:
Benjamin Durbin (1834 - 1872)*

Children:
Mary Jane Durbin Tipsword (1858 - 1930)*
Joseph Francis Durbin (1870 - 1939)*

*Calculated relationship


Burial:
Saint Bonaventure Cemetery
Saint Elmo
Fayette County
Illinois, USA

Created by: Beverly Sweeney / Christ...
Record added: Nov 26, 2006
Find A Grave Memorial# 16792435

Obituary
"The Beecher City Journal" (Beecher City, IL) Thursday, January 28, 1932(page 1)

"NONAGENARIAN CALLED"

"On January 21, 1932, Mrs. Katie M. Durbin passed to her reward at the home of her grandson, Thomas Tipsword, at the age of 92 years, 3 months, and 26 days."

"Katie Margaret McKenzie was born September 25, 1839 in Knox County, Ohio. She was the daughter of Gabriel and Nancy McKenzie and is the last survivor of that family. She was one of the community's oldest pioneers, having come with her parents at the age of 8 years and settled on a farm near Moccasin. In 1854 (sic) she was united in marriage to Benjamin Durbin. To this union eight children were born. She was preceded in death by her husband and seven children, four who died in infancy and three recently, namely Mary J., James O., and Amanda A. She leaves to mourn her departure one son, Joseph Frances (sic), also twenty one grandchildren, forty one great-grandchildren, seven great great grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends."

" 'Aunt Katie,' as she was commonly known, has lived practically all her life in this community and will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Through these two months of illness she has born (sic) it patiently. She worked very hard all her life and suffered all in true Christian spirit. Even when the infirmities of old age began to weigh down upon her she was ever the good, kind, pleasant mother. All her life she has been a devoted Catholic and lived a noble Catholic life."

Funeral Service

"Funeral services were conducted at the Catholic Church north of St. Elmo at 11 o'clock A.M. Saturday by Father Walsh of Altamont. Interment was in the cemetery nearby."

"Among those from a distance in attendance at the funeral were Mrs. Earl Shannon and daughter of Deland, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Fortner, Mrs. Minnie Crisup (sic) and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Tipsword, Mr. and Mrs. William Hostler (sic) and Mrs. Sally McKenzie of Monticello, Mrs. Saint Doty of Bement, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. McKenzie, Mr. and Mrs. Curt McKenzie, Mrs. Annie Stroble and Mrs. Geo. Zacha of Altamont."

More About CATHERINE MARGARET MCKENZIE:
Burial: January 23, 1932, St. Bonaventure Cemetery, St. Elmo, IL

From the FAYETTE COUNTY, ILLINOIS MARRIAGE RECORDS, MARRIAGE REGISTER A, (OLD A), the information on page 57, line 17 reads: "Louis McKenzie swore that the parents of Catherine McKenzie had given their consent, relationship not stated. Marr. by laws of Catholic Church by Thomas Cusac, R. C. P."

Catherine married Benjamin Durbin on 15 Aug 1856 in Fayette County, Illinois. Benjamin (son of John Durbin and Mary Weinbrenner) was born on 17 May 1834 in Knox County, Ohio; died on 6 Oct 1872 in Fayette County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Baptized 4 Jun 1848 per the records of St. Luke's Catholic Church, Knox County, Danville, Ohio.

Marriage Notes for ISABELLE MCKENZIE and SAMUEL JUSTUS:
From the FAYETTE COUNTY, ILLINOIS MARRIAGE RECORDS BOOK B (OLD B), on page 16, line 12, one finds: "May 2, 1877, Samuel A. Justus, age 24 and Isabella McKinsey age 26, m. May 3, 1877 by T. S. Pippin, J. P. at Wheatland. Lic. ret. May 23, 1877. S. A. Justus made aff of age."

Isabella married Samuel A. Justus on 3 May 1877. Samuel died in UNKNOWN. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Birth: Feb., 1850
Fayette County
Illinois, USA
Death: 1893

Rebecca was the daughter of Gabriel McKenzie and Nancy (Ann) Logue. She married 1st 27 Jun 1874 to John M. White. They had one child: Benjamin Francis White. She married 2nd 24 Apr 1884 William Ezekiel Ensign. They had 3 children: Carl Eugene, Otto and Anna Ensign.

Children:

Otto Ensign (1886 - 1887)*

*Calculated relationship


Burial:
Saint Bonaventure Cemetery
Saint Elmo
Fayette County
Illinois, USA

Created by: Beverly Sweeney / Christ...
Record added: Nov 26, 2006
Find A Grave Memorial# 16792393

Rebecca married John M. White on 27 Jun 1874. John died in UNKNOWN. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Rebecca married William Ezekiel Ensign on 24 Apr 1884. William died in UNKNOWN. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Florence Isabella Christofer. Florence died in UNKNOWN. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

James married Lucy Ellen Graves on 20 Jun 1869. Lucy was born on 22 Nov 1853 in Fayette County, Illinois; died on 23 Feb 1889 in Fayette County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Franklin married Mary Effie Broom on 5 Jan 1882. Mary died in UNKNOWN. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Morris married Melissa Ann (Lizzie) Wilcox on 30 Sep 1874. Melissa was born on 6 Mar 1858 in Clark County, Illinois; died on 12 Dec 1926 in Marshall, Clark County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Lewis married Rebecca Hardway on 1 Oct 1881 in Martinsville, Illinois. Rebecca died in UNKNOWN. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

William married Laura Lucila Sapp on 30 Aug 1885. Laura died in UNKNOWN. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Joseph married Flora Jane Sapp on 26 Apr 1886. Flora died in UNKNOWN. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Birth: Jan. 26, 1853
Fayette County
Illinois, USA
Death: Jan. 8, 1903
Saint Elmo
Fayette County
Illinois, USA

Emily was the daughter of Benjamine Francis McKenzie & Barbara Logue. After the death of her mother she was raised by Edward F. Logue and Honora McKenzie.
Emily married 17 May 1881 John Koster. They had 2 children: Joseph Edward & Anna M. Koster.

Spouse: John Koster (1853 - 1914)

Children: Joseph Edward Koster (1882 - 1882)*, Anna M. Koster (1885 - 1886)*

*Calculated relationship

Burial:
Saint Bonaventure Cemetery
Saint Elmo
Fayette County
Illinois, USA

Created by: Beverly Sweeney / Christ...
Record added: Jan 09, 2007
Find A Grave Memorial# 17367563

Emily married John Koster on 17 May 1881. John was born on 13 Jan 1853 in Fayette County, Illinois; died on 9 Jan 1914 in Fayette County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Birth: Feb. 22, 1858
Fayette County
Illinois, USA
Death: Aug. 22, 1931
Saint Elmo
Fayette County
Illinois, USA

Honora was the daughter of Benjamine Francis "Frank" McKenzie & Maria Holmes. She married 27 Aug 1876 John W. Morris. They had 7 children: Florence Elizabeth, Lewis W., Mary Lodema, Amanda Lora, George F., Melvin and Olive Morris.

Burial:
Saint Bonaventure Cemetery
Saint Elmo
Fayette County
Illinois, USA

Created by: Beverly Sweeney / Christ...
Record added: Jan 09, 2007
Find A Grave Memorial# 17367735

Honora married John W. Morris on 22 Aug 1876. John died in UNKNOWN. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Buried in Guy Cemetery, St. Elmo, Fayette County, Illinois.

Birth: Feb. 23, 1859
Saint Elmo
Fayette County
Illinois, USA
Death: Mar. 23, 1947
Saint Elmo
Fayette County
Illinois, USA

Lewis was the son of Benjamin Francis McKenzie & Maria Anna Holmes. He married 26 Aug 1883 Mary Louisa Severns. They were the parents of William Francis, Florence Isabelle & Nellie E. McKenzie.
2nd he married 6 Jan 1921 Effa "Effie" Leach. 3rd he married 12 May 1928 Mary Louisa Diveley.

Parents:
Benjamine Francis McKenzie (1829 - 1916)

Spouses:
Mary Louisa Severns McKenzie (1864 - 1915)*
Effa Leach McKenzie (1873 - 1927)*

Children:
William Francis McKenzie (1884 - 1884)*
Nellie E. McKenzie Welker (1890 - 1964)*

*Calculated relationship


Burial:
Guy Cemetery
Saint Elmo
Fayette County
Illinois, USA

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Lewis married Mary Louisa Severns on 26 Aug 1883 in Fayette County, Illinois. Mary was born on 1 Feb 1864 in Fayette County, Illinois; died on 15 Apr 1915 in Fayette County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Lewis married Effa Leach on 6 Jan 1921 in Fayette County, Illinois. Effa was born on 7 Jan 1873 in Altamont, Effingham County, Illinois; died on 16 May 1927 in St. Elmo, Fayette County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Lewis married Mary Louisa Diveley on 12 May 1928. Mary died in UNKNOWN. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Isaac married Mindy J. Leedy on 30 May 1888. Mindy died in UNKNOWN. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Emma married Noble Ireland on 27 Apr 1888. Noble died in UNKNOWN. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: James Teller. James died in UNKNOWN. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Birth: Dec. 21, 1874
Fayette County
Illinois, USA
Death: Mar. 18, 1962
Vandalia
Fayette County
Illinois, USA

Maurice was the son of Benjamin Francis McKenzie & Mary Desdemonia Schell.

Burial:
Saint Bonaventure Cemetery
Saint Elmo
Fayette County
Illinois, USA

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Mary married William Harrison Diveley on 2 Oct 1897 in Fayette County, Illinois. William died in UNKNOWN. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Birth: Mar. 8, 1880
Fayette County
Illinois, USA
Death: Mar. 5, 1954
Vandalia
Fayette County
Illinois, USA

Francis was the son of Benjamine Francis "Frank" McKenzie & Mary Desdemonia Schell. He married 13 Mar 1902 Annabel kathryn Sidwell. They were the parents of 3 children: Willard, Leonard Elwood & Sylvia Alberta McKenzi


Burial:
Maplewood Cemetery
Saint Elmo
Fayette County
Illinois, USA

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Francis married Annabell Kathryn Sidwell on 12 Mar 1902. Annabell (daughter of James Joseph Sidwell and Ellen Hammerick) was born on 13 Oct 1884 in Fayette County, Illinois; died on 12 Feb 1980 in Effingham County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Rachel married George Norman South on 2 May 1882 in Knox County, Ohio. George was born on 17 Jan 1859 in Ohio; died on 16 Sep 1926 in Morris TWP, Knox County, Ohio. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: James Hardesty. James died in UNKNOWN. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Birth: Dec. 27, 1859
Fayette County
Illinois, USA
Death: Apr. 12, 1891
Effingham County
Illinois, USA

Benjamin was Christened 31 May 1860 at St. Anthony, Effingham Co, IL. He was the son of Lewis (Louis) McKenzie and Normanda Mary (Amanda) Logu

Parents:
Lewis (Louis) McKenzie (1836 - 1917)
Normanda Mary Logue McKenzie (1838 - 1881)


Burial:
Saint Bonaventure Cemetery
Saint Elmo
Fayette County
Illinois, USA

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Notes for BENJAMIN FRANCIS MCKENZIE:
Information from Pearl (McKenzie) Bailey of Decatur, IL

In a conversation with Pearl McKenzie Bailey in 1978 or 1979, I wrote down that she had indicated Benny was to be educated to enter the priesthood. However, before he completed any schooling and made any specific vows, he suffered a severe attack of appendicitis wherein his appendix burst and he died from the infection that spread throughout his body.

More About BENJAMIN FRANCIS MCKENZIE:
Burial: St. Bonaventure Cemetery, St. Elmo, IL
Cause of Death: Appendicitis and Rupture of Appendix

Notes:

Information on children from Ray Leidinger and the Pioneer Families of Colonial America.

Notes for MICHAEL EDWARD MCKENZIE:
Death Notice
"The Piatt County Republican" (Monticello, IL) Thursday, October 16, 1924 (page 1)

"EDWARD MCKENZIE DIES"

"As we go to press, word came of the death of Edward McKenzie at his home, 502 Vine street, after a continued illness of nearly two years, most of which Mr. McKenzie has been confined to his bed. Obituary will be printed in next week's issue of this paper."

Obituary
"The Piatt County Republican" (Monticello, IL) Thursday, October 23, 1924 (page 5)

"OBITUARY--EDWARD MCKENZIE"

"Edward McKenzie, for many years a resident of Monticello, died in his home on Vine street, in Monticello, Thursday, October 16, following an illness of long duration. Funeral services were held from St. Philomena's church on Saturday morning at nine o'clock conducted by Rev. D. Healey and the interment was in the Monticello cemetery. He was born in Effingham county, Illinois, and was married to Miss Sarah Katherine (sic) Meyer in that county on September 10, 1882, coming to this county in 1889.

"Eleven children were born to this union, six of whom, with Mrs. McKenzie, survive: Mrs. John Wilcut of Felton, Minn., Mike of Los Angeles, Calif., Earl of Decatur, Irene, Pearle and Francis at home.

"He also leaves four brothers and three sisters; James of Decatur, Curtis and Charles of Altamont, and Joseph of Lovington, Mrs. J.D. Rhodes of St. Elmo, Mrs. W.M. Hosler of Monticello and Mrs. Saint Doty of Bement and nine grandchildren."


More About MICHAEL EDWARD MCKENZIE:
Burial: October 18, 1924, Monticello Cemetery, Monticello, IL

Michael married Sarah Catherine Meyers on 10 Sep 1882 in Altamont, Effingham County, Illinois. Sarah was born on 26 Mar 1864 in Effingham, Effingham County, Illinois; died on 28 Jun 1948 in Monticello, Piatt County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

McKenzie Family Bible, Family Deaths.

Notes:

Notes for NANCY MARIA MCKENZIE:
Obituary
"The Altamont News" (Altamont, IL) October 20, 1949 (page 1)

"RITES HELD WEDNESDAY FOR MRS. NANCY RHODES; DEATH DUE TO STROKE"

"Funeral services were conducted by the Rev. Joseph McKeogh for Mrs. Nancy McKenzie Rhodes, from the St. Bonaventure Catholic Church north of St. Elmo Wednesday morning at 10 o'clock."

"Mrs. Rhodes, who had been in failing health for the past few months, fell, injuring her shoulder and was taken to the Mark Greer hospital in Vandalia for treatment June 27th, and was moved to the Bennett nursing home there July 2nd., where she was cared for until her death."

"Sunday evening, Oct. 16, she suffered a paralytic stroke about 8 o'clock and passed away at 1 a.m. Monday."

"Burial was in the church cemetery under the direction of Gerald Gieseking, mortician."

News Clipping
"The Vandalia Leader" (Fayette County, Vandalia, IL) October 20, 1949, (page 3)

"BENNETT NURSING HOME NOTES"

"Mrs. Nancy Rhodes, of Altamont, passed away Monday morning at 1 o'clock following a cerebral hemorrhage. Her son, Louis (sic) Rhodes and grandson, Charles Rhodes were with her at the time of her death. She had been a patient in the Nursing Home for five months and was 83 years of age."

More About NANCY MARIA MCKENZIE:
Burial: October 19, 1949, St. Bonaventure Cemetery, St. Elmo, IL

Nancy married John Douglas Rhodes on 1 Jan 1889 in Fayette County, Illinois. John (son of Joseph Rhodes and Rachel McKenzie) was born on 3 Jun 1860 in Fayette County, Illinois; died on 30 Aug 1936 in Fayette County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Obituary
"Decatur Sunday Herald and Review" (Decatur, IL), Sunday, November 9, 1941

"J.W. McKENZIE, RETIRED WABASH INSPECTOR, DIES"

"James Wilson McKenzie, a retired Wabash car inspector, died in the Wabash hospital at 3 p.m. yesterday. He had been in the hospital four weeks and had undergone a major operation three weeks ago."

"Born in Fayette county April 24, 1868, Mr. McKenzie moved from Lovington to Decatur in 1917. He married Suzanne (sic) C. Huffman in Champaign Feb. 23, 1898. He retired from railroad work two years ago."

Besides his wife, he leaves two daughters, Mrs. Charles Burke and Mrs. Kenneth Bailey of Decatur, a son, R.W. McKenzie of Mattoon; three sisters, Mrs. Nancy Rhodes of St. Elmo, Mrs. Mary Hosler of Monticello and Mrs. Melissa Doty of Bement; a brother, Charles McKenzie of Altamont, and four grandchildren."

{No mention is made of his half-brother Joseph McKenzie living in Springfield}

Funeral services will be held at St. James' Catholic Church at 9 a.m. Tuesday. Burial will be in Fairlawn Cemetery. The body is at the Moran & Sons Funeral home."

More About JAMES WILSON MCKENZIE:
Burial: November 11, 1941, Fairlawn Cemetery, Decatur, IL

James married Susie Caroline Huffman on 23 Feb 1898 in Champaign, Champaign County, Illinois. Susie (daughter of William Huffman and Mary Arnold) was born on 10 Sep 1877 in Waldron, Shelby County, Illinois; died on 9 Sep 1952 in Decatur, Macon County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Birth: Nov. 10, 1870
Moccasin
Effingham County
Illinois, USA
Death: Apr. 15, 1951
Altamont (Effingham County)
Effingham County
Illinois, USA

Charles was the son of Lewis (Louis) McKenzie & Mormanda Mary (Amanda) Logue. He married 26 Jun 1901 Lola Montez Hotz. They were the parents of 3 children: Inez Louise, Opal Beatrice & Vera Madonna McKenzie.


Burial:
Union Cemetery
Altamont (Effingham County)
Effingham County
Illinois, USA

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"The Altamont News" (Altamont, Illinois) Thursday, April 19,1951(page 1)

"CHARLES MCKENZIE DIES SUNDAY FOLLOWING LONG ILLNESS; FUNERAL TODAY"

"Charles McKenzie, 80, passed away at his home in this city at 11 p.m. Sunday after having been in poor health for some time."

"The deceased was united in marriage to Lola Hotz June 16, 1901 and spent most of his married life in Altamont."

"He is survived by his wife; three daughters, Mrs. Ralph Whetstone of Detroit, Mich., Mrs. Matthew McKendrick of Detroit, Mich., and Vera McKenzie of Chicago; two sisters, Mrs. Wm. Hosler of Monticello and Mrs. Saint Doty of Bement, and a half-brother, Joe McKenzie. He was preceded in death by two sisters and four brothers, namely, Sarah, Nancy, Benjamin, Edward, James and Curtis."

"Funeral services were conducted at the St. Clare Catholic church at 9 a.m. today, Rev. Joseph McKeogh officiating. Interment was made in Union cemetery, Altamont."

More About CHARLES HENRY MCKENZIE:
Burial: April 19, 1951, Union Cemetery, Altamont, IL

Charles married Lola Montez Hotz on 26 Jan 1901 in Monticello, Piatt County, Illinois. Lola (daughter of Willia Hotz and Jane Henry) was born on 27 Mar 1880 in Moccasin, Effingham County, Illinois; died on 15 Oct 1974 in Altamont, Effingham County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Obituary#1
Newspaper Clipping-Undated, Untitled

"MARY AGNES HOSLER, 88, MONTICELLO, DIES"

"Mary Agnes Hosler, 88, of Monticello, died at 12:20 p.m. May 17 at Cozy Haven Nursing Home where she had been since August, 1959."

"Requiem Mass was at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Michael's Catholic Church, Bement, with Father Sylvester Jesiolowski officiating. Burial was in Monticello Cemetery."

"She was born on Dec. 21, 1872 in Fayette County, daughter of Lewis and Normanda McKenzie. She married William Hosler of Monticello June 27, 1894."

"He died Jan. 7, 1949. She leaves four daughters, Mrs. Chester Hayes, Mrs. Wayne Catlin, Monticello; Mrs. Don Hayes, Mansfield and Mrs. B. Franz Schubert, Houghton, Mich.; two sons, Charles, Monticello; and Dale, Rossville; 10 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. Melissa Doty of Decatur."

"She was a member of St. Philomena's Catholic Church, Monticello and Altar and Rosary Society."

Obituary #2
"Piatt County Journal" (Monticello, Illinois) Thursday, May 25, 1961 (page 1)

"MARY A. HOSLER DIES, SERVICES HELD SATURDAY"

"Mrs. Mary Agnes Hosler, 88, Monticello, died at 12:20 p.m. Wednesday, May 17, at Cozy Haven Nursing Home, Monticello, where she had been a patient since August 1959."

"Requiem Mass was held at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Michael's Catholic Church, Bement with Fr. Sylvester Jesiolowski officiating. Burial was made in Monticello Cemetery."

"The Rosary was recited at the Bauman Funeral Home, Monticello at 8 p.m. Friday."

"She was born Dec. 21, 1872 in Fayette County, daughter of Lewis and Normanda McKinzie (sic). She was married to William Hosler June 27, 1894. He died Jan. 7, 1949. She was a member of St. Philomena's Catholic Church, of Monticello and the Altar and Rosary Society."

"Mrs. Hosler leaves four daughters, Mrs. Chester Hayes, Mrs. Don Hayes, Mansfield; Mrs. Wayne Catlin, Monticello; and Mrs. B. Franz Shubert, Houghton, Mich.; two sons, Charles, Monticello; and Dale, Rossville; 10 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren, one great-great grandchild; and one sister, Mrs. Melissa Doty, Bement."

More About MARY AGNES MCKENZIE:
Burial: May 20, 1961, Monticello Cemetery, Monticello, IL

Mary married William Hosler on 27 Jun 1894 in Decatur, Macon County, Illinois. William (son of Jefferson Hosler and Caroline Coonrod) was born on 11 Jun 1872 in Monticello, Piatt County, Illinois; died on 7 Jan 1949 in Monticello, Piatt County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Obituary
"Piatt County Journal" (Monticello, IL) Thursday, December 30, 1965 (page 1)

"MRS. MELISSA DOTY DIES SATURDAY IN BEMENT"

"Mrs. Margaret Melissa Doty, 90, Bement died at 1:45 a.m. Saturday, December 25 at the Bement Rest Haven Nursing Home where she had resided for some time."

"She was born October 8, 1875 at Beecher City, a daughter of Lewis and Lucy (sic) Logue McKenzie. She was married September 1, 1895 at Stonington to St. Clair Doty, who survives."

"Besides her husband she leaves two daughters, Mrs. Villa Hendrix, Bethesda, Md; and Mrs. Golda Brady, Decatur; five sons, Raymond and Byron of Decatur; Eugene of Lincoln, Francis of Bement; and Otis L. of Monticello. She leaves 34 grandchildren, 37 great-grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren."

"Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. Tuesday in St. Michael Catholic Church with burial in the Bement Cemetery."

"She was a member of St. Michael Catholic Church at Bement."

More About MARGARET MELISSA MCKENZIE:
Burial: December 28, 1965, Bement Cemetery, Piatt Co., IL

Margaret married Saint Clair Doty on 1 Sep 1895 in Stonington, Christian County, Illinois. Saint (son of Thomas Doty and Martha Harris) was born on 10 Mar 1872 in Beecher City, Effingham County, Illinois; died on 20 Aug 1969 in Bement, Paitt County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Birth: May 16, 1878
Effingham County
Illinois, USA
Death: Feb. 24, 1935
Effingham County
Illinois, USA

Lewis was the son of Lewis McKenzie & Normanda Mary (Amanda) Logue. He married Zora Mae Durbin.

Burial:
Union Cemetery
Altamont (Effingham County)
Effingham County
Illinois, USA

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Notes for LEWIS CURTIS MCKENZIE:
News Story
"The Altamont News" (Altamont, IL) Wednesday, February 27, 1935 (page 1)

"SERIOUS ACCIDENT"

"On Sunday morning at eleven o'clock Louis (sic) Curtis McKenzie of Altamont was fatally injured in an automobile accident. This accident occurred east of St. Elmo. Mr. McKenzie passed away on Sunday evening. He was riding in a Chevrolet sedan owned and driven by Edward Logue. Accompanying the two were Edward Kavanaugh and Leo Logue. The three received only minor bruises.

"It is reported that the gentlemen were returning home from St. Elmo, when they were crowded off the slab by a large transfer truck. Mr. Logue, in attempting to get back on the pavement, is reported to have cramped his wheels, shooting to the opposite side of the pavement and turning the car on its side. The transfer truck did not stop to offer assistance of any kind.

"An inquest was held on Tuesday afternoon at Habing's and the verdict was "an unavoidable accident," in regard to the death of Mr. McKenzie. Internal injuries as a result of the accident caused his passing."

Obituary #1
"The Altamont News" (Altamont, IL) --Undated clipping

"MR. CURTIS MCKENZIE"

"Funeral services for Mr. Louis (sic) Curtis McKenzie who died on Sunday evening from internal injuries by an automobile accident were conducted this afternoon at the St. Clare's Church with Rev. Walsh officiating."

"Mr. McKenzie was born May 16, 1878 and had spent most of his life in and around Altamont. He was always friendly and jolly and his going from here left a vacant place in this community."

"He leaves his wife, Zora; three sisters, Nancy Rhodes of St. Elmo, Mary Hosler of Monticello, Margaret Doty of Bement; three brothers, Charles, of this city, James of Decatur and Joe of Moccasin."


Obituary #2
"The Beecher City Journal" (Beecher City, IL) Thursday, February 28, 1935 (page 1)

"AUTO CRASH FATAL TO CURTIS MCKENZIE"

"Curtis McKenzie, 55, died at his home in Altamont at 11 p.m. Sunday as a result of injuries received in an auto accident near St. Elmo at 7 a.m. Sunday."

"Funeral services were conducted at St. Claire's (sic) Catholic Church Wednesday morning by Rev. Fr. Walsh."


More About LEWIS CURTIS MCKENZIE:
Burial: February 27, 1935, Union Cemetery, Altamont, IL

Lewis married Zora Mae Durbin on 22 Aug 1922. Zora (daughter of Jacob Durbin and Nell Beck) was born on 29 Mar 1879 in Effingham County, Illinois; died in 1959 in Effingham County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Obituary #1
"The Girard Gazette" (Girard, IL) Thursday, January 10, 1957(page 1)

"JOSEPH M. MCKENZIE, RESIDENT SINCE 1943, DIES AT HOSPITAL"

"Joseph Monroe McKenzie, 71, died at 1:30 p.m. Monday at St. John's Hospital, Springfield, following an illness of three months."

"He was born July 18, 1885, in Effingham county and had resided in Girard since 1943. He is survived by his wife, Ota; two daughters, Mrs. Mildred Smith, Farmersville and Mrs. Ruth Durbin, Earlville; six sons, Norman, Shelbyville; Kenneth, Lynwood, California; Warren, Topeka, Kansas; Eldon, Highland, Indiana; Gerald, Springfield and Walter at home; 19 grandchildren; two half-sisters and a half-brother. Remains were taken to the Berry funeral home in Girard. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. in Windsor. Rev. Eugene Lamport will officiate."

Obituary #2
"The Girard Gazette" (Girard, IL) Thursday, January 17, 1957(page 1)

"J. M. MCKENZIE, GIRARDITE SINCE 1943, BURIED AT WINDSOR"

"Funeral services for Joseph McKenzie, 71, were held Thursday afternoon, Jan. 10, at Windsor. Rev. Eugene Lamport officiated. Pall bearers were Floyd Jackson, George, Wayne, Woodrow and Raleigh Dial."

"A native of Effingham county, Mr. McKenzie had lived in Girard since 1943."

"He is survived by his wife Ora (sic), two daughters, Mrs. Mildred Smith, Farmersville; and Mrs.Ruth Durbin, Earlville; six sons, Norman, Calif. (sic), Warren, Topeka, Kansas; Eldon, Highland, Indiana; Gerald, Springfield; and Walter, at home."

Newspaper Story
"The Altamont News" (Altamont, IL) Thursday, January 17, 1957 (page 8)

"NEWS--Cottage-Moccasin--JOHN AND WOODROW DIAL ARE AT FUNERAL OF JOE MCKENZIE"

"John Dial and son, Woodrow Dial, attended the funeral of John Dial's half-brother, Joe McKenzie, last Thursday. Mr. McKenzie was the son of the late Lewis and Sarah McKenzie and was raised in the Moccasin community."

"He was 72 years of age and he, with his family, had lived at Girard, south of Springfield for the last several years."

"He leaves his wife, who was the former Odie Steel, of the Beecher City community before their marriage."

"Mr. McKenzie leaves six sons and two daughters and a large number of relatives. He had been in a Springfield hospital for some time before his death."

"The funeral services were held in Windsor last Thursday afternoon with burial in Ash cemetery."

"Mr. and Mrs. McKenzie were residents of the Cottage and Moccasin communities several years after their marriage where several of their children were born. At one time he was an employee of the C. & E. I. Railroad in Moccasin a few years."

"In his boyhood he attended the Lower Moccasin school during 1897 and 1898 when we happed to be teaching there. Therefore, to us, Joe was a mighty fine student and we admired him very much."

More About JOSEPH M. MCKENZIE:
Burial: January 10, 1957, Ash Grove Cemetery, Windsor, IL

Family/Spouse: Ota Fay Steel. Ota (daughter of Moses Steele and Ellen Hagan) was born in 1894 in Beecher City, Effingham County, Illinois; died on 6 Dec 1981 in Taylorsville, Christian County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Obituary
"The Beecher City Journal" (Beecher City, IL) Thursday, May 1, 1930(page 1)

"MRS. MARY J. TIPSWORD PASSED AWAY WED."

"Mrs. Mary Jane Tipsword, widow of the late Thomas Picket Tipsword, passed away Wednesday morning at her home southwest of this city. She had been ailing for sometime (sic) and death was due to a complication of diseases brought about by her advanced age of 71 years past."

"Mrs. Tipsword is survived by the following children: Legora of Springfield and Thomas and Mrs. Lona Peterson at home." **

"Funeral services will be conducted at the home Friday morning at 10:30 o'clock. Interment will be beside her husband in the Kramer Cemetery near Moccasin."

**(The writer of this obituary does not indicate that Mrs. Tipsword's mother, Katie Margaret McKenzie Durbin, was also a survivor, approaching her 91st birthday in September of 1930)

More About MARY JANE DURBIN:
Burial: May 02, 1930, Kramer Cemetery, Moccasin, IL

Mary married Thomas Pickett Tipsword on 12 Feb 1877. Thomas (son of Isaac Tipsword and Agnes Doty) was born on 10 Nov 1855 in Effingham, Effingham County, Illinois; died on 27 Jul 1915 in Beecher City, Effingham County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Obituary
"The Beecher City Journal" (Beecher City, IL) September 18, 1930(page 1)

"JAMES O. DURBIN DEAD"

"James O. Durbin, a highly respected and life-long resident of Louden (sic) township passed away early Sunday morning at his home near the Wright School House. He had been ill only a few days with pneumonia."

The deceased, who was aged 68 years and 21 days at the time of his death, is survived by his widow, one brother Joe and one sister, Mrs. C. V. Tipsword and a host of other relatives and friends." **

"Funeral services were conducted at the Catholic Church near St. Elmo, Monday afternoon by Rev. Fr. Bracket. Interment was in the cemetery nearby. Undertaker Cook of this city was in charge."

**(The writer of this obituary did not indicate that Mr. Durbin's mother, Katie Margaret McKenzie Durbin, was still living and would have been celebrating her ninety-first birthday in September.)

More About JAMES OLIVER DURBIN:
Burial: September 15, 1930, St. Bonaventure Cemetery, St. Elmo, IL

Family/Spouse: Nancy Cecily Grubaugh. Nancy was born on 6 Jul 1870 in Illinois; died on 24 Jun 1937 in Louden TWP, Fayette County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Notes for AMANDA ALBERTA DURBIN:
Obituary
"The Beecher City Journal" (Beecher City, IL) Thursday, January 14, 1932(page 1)

"ANOTHER MOTHER CALLED"

"Mrs. C. V. Tipsword, one of the community's most highly respected mothers, passed away at 11:50 o'clock Sunday night after a lingering illness of several months."

"The deceased was the mother of eleven devoted children who will miss her more than words can express. Although the end had been momentarily expected for several weeks, her passing cast a pallor of gloom over the entire community that can be lifted only by the reflection of her kindly deeds and the thought that a most useful life has gone to its reward."

"OBITUARY"

"Amanda A. Durbin, daughter of Benjamin and Katie Durbin was born in Fayette County, Illinois, Feb. 22, 1868, and departed this life at her home in Beecher City, January 10, 1932, aged 63 years, 10 months, and 19 days."

"She was united in marriage to Clement (sic) V. Tipsword on June 15, 1886. To this union eleven children were born: four boys and seven girls, namely: Joseph L., Mrs. Minnie A. Cresap and Mrs. Geneva B. Fortner of Monticello; Mrs. Lora C. Starkey of Rantoul; Mrs. Mayme A. Shannon of Deland; Pearl I., Leo C., William Delno, Mrs. Ruth B. Jackson, Mrs. Thelma G. Phillips, and Mrs. Florence A. Peifer all of Beecher City."

Surviving are the devoted husband, the eleven children, an aged mother--Mrs. Katie Durbin, one brother--Joseph Durbin, 19 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends who mourn their loss."

"She united with the M. E. Church South about 15 years ago and lived a devoted Christian life until death."

"She was a loving mother, a devoted companion, and true friend and a patient sufferer during her long illness."

"She is not dead but sleeping
Night came and released her from labor
When a hand from out of the darkness
Touched her and she slept."


"We saw not the lift of the curtain
Nor heard the invisible door
As she passed where life's problems
Will follow and vex her no more."

"Tired! Ah, Yes! So tired,
She shall soundly sleep tonight.
With never a dream, never a fear
To waken in heaven's delight."

"Sleep on, dear Mother,
And take your rest
God called thee home
He thought it best."

FUNERAL SERVICE

"Funeral services were conducted Tuesday afternoon at 1 o'clock at the Methodist Church by Rev. A. E. Kretzer assisted by Rev. A. R. Riechel. An octet sang "Going Down the Valley" and "Sometime We'll Understand." Mrs. F. H. Miller and Miss Edna Fortner sang "In The Garden" and Miss Edna Fortner sang "In That City." Interment was in the Beecher City Cemetery. The casket bearers were: Dale Peifer, Raymond and Leslie Starkey, Rondo Tipsword, Donzil Fortner and Leland Miller. Roland Tipsword carried a basket of flowers."

"Among those from a distance in attendance at the funeral other than the children and their families were: Mr. and Mrs. William Tipsword of Rena, D. M. Tipsword and son Cleve of Sorento, Mrs.Lizzie Lechner, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. McKenzie, Mrs. Stroble and Mrs. Curt McKenzie of Altamont; Mrs. Mary Jones and son Acel McDonald of Fontanet, Ind., J. M. Rhodes and son Clinton of Brownstown, Mrs. Gene Rhodes of St. Elmo, Mr. and Mrs. Jasper Nelson, Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Robinson of Deland, Mrs. Delia McKinely of Monticello, and Mrs. Zola Nutt of Champaign."

More About AMANDA ALBERTA DURBIN:
Burial: January 12, 1932, Beecher City Cemetery, Beecher City, IL

Amanda married Clemit Vallandingham Tipsword on 15 Jun 1886 in Effingham, Effingham County, Illinois. Clemit (son of Isaac Tipsword and Agnes Doty) was born on 28 Feb 1866 in Moccasin TWP, Effingham County, Illinois; died on 5 Nov 1935 in Beecher City, Effingham County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Obituary
"The Beecher City Journal" (Beecher City, IL) Thursday, April 13, 1939(page 1)

"JOS. DURBIN LAID TO REST SATURDAY"

"Jos. Durbin, an aged and highly respected farmer of Loudon township, passed away early Thursday morning at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Lawrence Dial near Altamont."

"The body was brought to the Cook Funeral Home in this city."

"Funeral services were conducted at St. Clare's Catholic church in Altamont Saturday morning. Burial was beside his wife in the Mt. Moriah cemetery near his home."

OBITUARY

"Joseph Francis Durbin, son of Benjamin and Katie Durbin, was born March 8, 1870 and departed this life April 6, 1939, aged 69 years and 28 days."

"He was united in marriage to Barbara Ellen Grubaugh July 1, 1888. To this union were born ten children. Four of them preceded him in death. He is survived by six children: Mrs. Katie Reed of Beecher City; Mrs. Artie Dial of Altamont; Mrs. Irene Hopper of Decatur; Earl Durbin of Bement; Jimmy Durbin of Altamont and Glenn Durbin of Beecher City; 21 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends."

More About JOSEPH FRANCIS DURBIN:
Burial: April 08, 1939, Mt. Moriah Cemetery, Fayette Co., IL

Joseph married Barbara Ellen Grubaugh on 1 Jul 1888 in St. Elmo, Fayette County, Illinois. Barbara (daughter of John William Grubaugh and Elizabeth Logue) was born on 3 May 1872 in Fayette County, Illinois; died on 7 Jul 1933 in Fayette County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: George Stroble. George died in UNKNOWN. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Burial: Saint Bonaventure Cemetery, Saint Elmo, Fayette County, Illinois, USA

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Burial: Saint Bonaventure Cemetery, Saint Elmo, Fayette County, Illinois, USA

Family/Spouse: Ed Dial. Ed died in UNKNOWN. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Birth: Oct. 26, 1884
Fayette County
Illinois, USA
Death: Nov. 7, 1884
Fayette County
Illinois, USA

William was the son of Lewis McKenzie & Mary Louisa Severns.

Family links:
Parents:
Lewis McKenzie (1859 - 1947)
Mary Louisa Severns McKenzie (1864 - 1915)


Burial:
Guy Cemetery
Saint Elmo
Fayette County
Illinois, USA

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Record added: Mar 02, 2007
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Birth: Dec. 29, 1890
Fayette County
Illinois, USA
Death: Apr. 21, 1964
Saint Elmo
Fayette County
Illinois, USA

Nellie was the daughter of Lewis McKenzie & Mary Louisa Severns. She married 11 Apr 1912 John F. Welker. The had 2 children: Jay & Audrey Welke

Family links:
Parents:
Lewis McKenzie (1859 - 1947)
Mary Louisa Severns McKenzie (1864 - 1915)

Spouse:
John F. Welker (1869 - 1955)*

*Calculated relationship


Burial:
Maplewood Cemetery
Saint Elmo
Fayette County
Illinois, USA

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Record added: Jan 29, 2007
Find A Grave Memorial# 17740981

Family/Spouse: John F. Welker. John died in UNKNOWN. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Birth: Jul. 26, 1902
Saint Elmo
Fayette County
Illinois, USA
Death: Oct. 6, 1938
Saint Elmo
Fayette County
Illinois, USA

Willard was the son of Francis McKenzie & Annabel Kathryn Sidwel


Burial:
Maplewood Cemetery
Saint Elmo
Fayette County
Illinois, USA

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Record added: Jan 29, 2007
Find A Grave Memorial# 17741326

Olive married William Harry Earl Stricker on 11 Oct 1910 in Knox County, Ohio. William was born on 19 May 1888 in Tiverton TWP, Coshocton County, Ohio; died on 20 Nov 1960 in Colorado I believe. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Obituary
"Piatt County Republican" (Monticello, IL)Thursday, August 23, 1917

"DEATH OF MRS. ISAAC HIGGINS"

Occurred Sunday at the Macon County Hospital from Injuries Received Recently

"Mrs. Isaac Higgins of this city died Monday night, August 19th, at 7:20 at the Macon County Hospital in Decatur as the result of blood poisoning. She was taken to the hospital on Wednesday, August 15th, and for a couple of days, her condition seemed to improve."

"Mrs. Higgins, it will be remembered, tried to commit suicide on Sunday night, August 2, by lying down in front of an I.T.S. car. She was badly cut, and the left hand badly crushed and for a time it was thought the arm would have to be amputated. The body was brought to Monticello over the Wabash Monday at 12:52 and taken directly to the family residence. Funeral services were held Tuesday morning at 10 o'clock at the Catholic church. Rev. Father Selva of Bement was in charge. Interment in Monticello cemetery."

"Sarah Jane McKenzie was born in Fayette county, Dec. 24, 1883, and was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Edward McKenzie of this city. On Oct. 21, 1901, she was united in marriage to Isaac Higgins. Six children were born to this union, five of whom are living, Francis dying five months ago, and it was grief over his death that undermined her health and caused the act which finally resulted in her death."

"Besides her parents and her husband, I. J. Higgins, she leaves the five children: Willard, Charles, Harold, Lewis, and Mary. She also leaves four brothers, Mike, Pearl and Earl of Camp Lincoln, and Francis, of Monticello, and two sisters, Mrs. Agnes Wilcut of Bement, and Irene of Monticello. The family have the sympathy of the community."

More About SARAH JANE MCKENZIE:
Burial: August 21, 1917, Monticello Cemetery, Monticello, IL

Sarah married Isaac J. Higgins on 21 Oct 1901 in Monticello, Piatt County, Illinois. Isaac (son of George O. Higgins) was born on 28 Feb 1882 in Monticello, Piatt County, Illinois; died on 18 Feb 1918 in Monticello, Piatt County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Eliza married John Henry Willcut on 15 Dec 1903 in Monticello, Piatt County, Illinois. John was born on 10 Jul 1880 in Bethany, Harrison County, Missouri; died on 5 Sep 1954 in Moorhead, Clay County, Minnesota. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Notes for ANNA MAY MCKENZIE:
Obituary
"The Monticello Bulletin" Monticello, IllinoisFriday, April 16, 1909

"After seven weeks of suffering from abscesses of the liver, Miss Annie May McKenzie died Sunday evening, April 11, at 11 o'clock at the home of her parents on West Main Street. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Edward McKenzie.

"She was born in Fayette County, Illinois, July 24, 1892. During the early part of her illness, she was in a hospital in Effingham, Illinois, but she was brought home and tenderly cared for by her devoted parents. But the medical aid and tender care were of no avail and death claimed her for his own.

"Funeral services were held at 9 o'clock Tuesday morning from the Catholic church, Rev. Father Selva officiating and interment was in Monticello cemetery."

More About ANNA MAY MCKENZIE:
Burial: Monticello Cemetery, Monticello, IL

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Notes for MICHAEL EDWARD MCKENZIE:
Obituary
"Piatt County Republican," Monticello, IL June 16, 1927

"FORMER MONTICELLO BOY DIES IN SAN FERNANDO, CALIF."

"Word was received here Monday evening telling of the death of Michael Edward McKenzie, son of Mrs. Sarah McKenzie of Decatur, until recently of this city. The message stated that he died Sunday, June 12, in the hospital at San Fernando, Calif.

"Michael Edward McKenzie was born October 17, 1894, in Effingham, Ill., the son of Mr. and Mrs. Edward McKenzie of this city. He attended school here, and after his graduation went to work at the Pepsin Syrup factory until he enlisted in the World War. He went to France with the French Mateau (sic) Battalion. After the close of the war, he returned to his home here and again went to work at the Pepsin Syrup factory, where he was foreman of the bottling works until his health became so bad that he could not stand to continue his duties there.

"He then went to Colorado, where he entered the Fitzsimmons hospital in Denver, in 1922, and after remaining there for about two years, he was improved so much in health that he left there and went to Los Angeles, Calif., to work. He was married while in Denver to Miss Ella Eckland, who was his nurse while he was in the hospital. He was married in 1925, the same year he went to California. There he remained until the 8th of last March when his health again became so poor that he was taken to the hospital in San Fernando, Calif., where his death occurred Sunday.

"He is survived by his wife, his mother, Mrs. Sarah McKenzie, three brothers, Earl and Francis of Decatur, James P. of Springfield, two sisters, Mrs. John Wilcutt of Felton, Minn., and Miss Betty McKenzie of Decatur. His father died October 16, 1924.

"Michael was a member of the Catholic church, American Legion, Knights of Columbus, and the Moose Lodge.

"The funeral services were held in San Fernando, and the interment was also made there."

Michael married Ella Eckland in 1925 in Denver, Colorado. Ella died in UNKNOWN. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Notes for ELIZABETH I. MCKENZIE:
Obituary #1
"Piatt County Journal Republican" (Monticello, IL) February 24, 1993

"BETTY MCKENZIE"

"Betty McKenzie, 92, of Springfield, formerly of Monticello, died at 4:10 p.m. Monday, February 15, 1993, at Clarkston Court, Springfield."

"A memorial service will be held at the Monticello Cemetery at a later date. Staab Funeral Home, Springfield, is in charge of arrangements."

"Miss McKenzie was born Aug. 9, 1900 in Monticello, daughter of Michael and Sarah Katherine Meyers McKenzie."

"Surviving are one brother, Earl J. McKenzie of Florida; several nieces and nephews."

"She was preceded in death by several brothers and sisters."

"Miss McKenzie was a school social worker in the Champaign School System for 25 years. She was a member of St. Philomena Church in Monticello, National Retired Teacher Association, National Association of Social Workers and Illinois State Teachers Association. She had lived in Springfield for 20 years."

"Memorials may be made to the Memorial Medical Center, Regional Cancer Center, Springfield."

Obituary #2
"Piatt County Journal Republican" (Monticello, IL) August 13, 1993

"BETTY MCKENZIE"

"A memorial service for Betty McKenzie, 92. of Springfield, formerly of Illinois (sic), was held at 11 a.m. Monday, Aug. 9, at Monticello Cemetery, with Rev. John Ossola officiating."

"Staab Funeral Home, Springfield, was in charge of arrangements."

"Mrs. (sic) McKenzie died in February at Clarkston Court, Springfield."

"She was born Aug. 9, 1900 in Monticello, daughter of Michael and Sarah Katherine Meyers McKenzie."

"She is survived by one brother, Earl J. McKenzie of Florida; and several nieces, nephews and cousins."

"Miss McKenzie had been a social worker for the Champaign schools for 25 years. She was a member of St. Philomena Church in Monticello, National Retired Teachers' Association, National Association of Social Workers, and Illinois State Teachers' Association."

"Memorials may be made to the Memorial Medical Center, Regional Cancer Center in Springfield."

More About ELIZABETH I. MCKENZIE:
Burial: Monticello Cemetery, Monticello, IL

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Obituary
"Decatur Herald and Review" (Decatur, IL) September 19, 1993(page B2)

"MCKENZIE"

"DECATUR--Earl J. McKenzie, 91, of Titusville, Fla., formerly of Decatur, died at 2:45 a.m. Friday (Sept. 17, 1993) in Vista Manor Nursing Home, Titusville."

"Funeral Mass will be 9 a.m. Wednesday in St. James Catholic Church. Visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday with 7 p.m. prayer service in J. J. Moran & Sons Funeral Home. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. Memorials: Knights of Columbus, Mentally Handicapped Drive."

"Mr. McKenzie was born Nov. 10, 1901, in Monticello, the son of Edward and Sarah Meyers McKenzie. He was a blacksmith for the Wabash Railroad for 30 years and worked for Powell Manufacturing for 15 years and Bickes Wilbert Vault for five years. He married Gladys Schroll in 1922."

"Surviving are his son, Thomas and wife Jan of Decatur; daughter, Wanda Mullins of Titusville, Fla.; 12 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; eight great-great grandchildren."

"He was preceded in death by his wife, one daughter, three brothers and seven sisters."

More About JACOB EARL MCKENZIE:
Burial: September 22, 1993, Calvary Cemetery, Decatur, IL

Jacob married Gladys Mae Schroll on 16 Oct 1922. Gladys (daughter of Ele Schroll and Stella Something) was born on 26 Jun 1900 in Bement, Paitt County, Illinois; died on 6 Nov 1986 in Kissimmee, Osceola County, Florida. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Obituary
"Decatur Herald and Review" (Decatur, IL) August 12, 1984(page A7)

"MCKENZIE"

"James P. McKenzie, 82, of Eureka, Mo., formerly of Decatur, died at 7 p.m. Thursday (Aug. 9, 1984) in Price Memorial Nursing Home, Eureka."

"Services will be 11:15 a.m. Tuesday in St. Patrick Catholic Church. Visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m. Monday in J. J. Moran & Sons Funeral Home, with 7:30 p.m. prayer service. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery."

"Mr. McKenzie was born in Monticello, son of Edward and Sarah McKenzie. He was a retired draftsman at Cash Valve Co and a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church."

Surviving are his son, James A. of West Allis, Wis.; daughters, Sister Mary (Marianne) Margaret, VHM of St. Louis, Mo.; Sister Jane, SSSF of Washington, D.C.; brothers Francis L. of Phoenix, Ariz.; Earl of Kissmmee, Fla.; sister, Betty McKenzie of Springfield, two grandchildren."

"Two brothers and five sisters preceded him in death."

More About JAMES PEARL MCKENZIE:
Burial: August 14, 1984, Calvary Cemetery, Decatur, IL

James married Ella Fern Jones on 20 Jun 1925. Ella died on 9 Jan 1991. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Obituary
"The Altamont News" (Altamont, IL) Tuesday, August 25, 1992

"Joseph Lewis Rhodes, 100, of Altamont, formerly of St. Elmo, died at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, August 15, 1992 at Lutheran Care Center, Altamont."

"Mr. Rhodes was born December 28, 1891, in rural St. Elmo, the son of John Douglas and Nancy (McKenzie) Rhodes. He married Barbara Vogel in 1915."

"He was a retired railroad section worker and a member of St. Clare Catholic Church, Altamont, and Modern Woodmen Lodge, Vandalia."

"Surviving are his son, Francis of Peoria; daughters, Margaret Rhodes of St. Elmo; Mickie Bender of St. Louis; Rachel Caudle of Tolleson, AZ; three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren."

"He was preceded in death by two sons, two brothers and one sister."

"Funeral services were held on Tuesday, August 18 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Clare Catholic Church, Altamont with Rev. T. Vincent Worland officiating. Burial was in St. Bonaventure Catholic Church Cemetery, St. Elmo. Gieseking Funeral Home, Altamont, was in charge of arrangements."


More About JOSEPH LEWIS RHODES:
Burial: April 03, 1966, St. Bonaventure Cemetery, St. Elmo, IL

Joseph married Barbara M. Vogel on 12 Jan 1915. Barbara (daughter of Charles Vogel and Philomena Seibart) was born on 24 Dec 1887; died on 31 Mar 1966 in St. Louis, Missouri. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Notes for RACHEL NORLEAN RHODES:
Obituary
"The Altamont News" (Altamont, IL) Thursday, November 6, 1913 (page 5)

"IN MEMORIAM"

"After an illness of over four years, Lena Rhodes passed to that Great Beyond, where sickness and pain are not known, Wednesday, October 29, 1913."

"Rachel Norlena, only daughter of J. D. and Nancy Rhodes, was born on the eleventh day of April, 1898. Her early pilgrimage was fifteen years, six months and eighteen days. For some time, she had been a great sufferer but bore her affliction with great patience, always being cheerful and thoughtful to all around her. To know Lena was to love her."

"She was baptized into the Catholic Church when an infant and lived a pure, consistent Christian life. Just a few weeks before her death, she sent for Father Barrette, and had a long talk with him, seeming to feel that her time was nearing the close and wishing to be prepared."

She leaves father, mother, one brother, a grand father (sic), many relatives and a host of friends to mourn her loss. Two brothers, Leo and Cecil, preceded her in childhood to the better world."

"The entire community joins in extending sympathy to the stricken family."

More About RACHEL NORLEAN RHODES:
Burial: St. Bonaventure Cemetery, St. Elmo, IL
Misc. Fact: NO DESCENDANTS: Died Young

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Obituary
"Decatur Herald and Review" (Decatur, IL) Tuesday, October 1, 1996

"PEARL BAILEY"

"DECATUR--Pearl McKenzie Bailey, 96, of Decatur died 10:00 a.m. Monday (Sept. 30, 1996) in Decatur Memorial Hospital."

"Services will be at 11:00 a.m. Thursday in J.J. Moran & Sons Funeral Home with visitation one hour before services. Burial will be in Fairlawn Cemetery. Memorials may be sent to Grace Methodist Church."

"Mrs. Bailey was born in Monticello on July 14, 1900, the daughter of James William (sic) and Susan Huffman McKenzie. She was a homemaker and a member of Grace United Methodist Church for 68 years."

"She married Kenneth William Bailey on Oct. 4, 1920. He preceded her in death on May 31, 1968."

Surviving are her son, Jim Bailey and wife Georganna of Decatur; daughter, Dorothy Murray of Maple Glenn, Pa., sister, Betty Burke and husband Charles of Decatur; grandchildren, Carol Thomas, Jane Ryan, Jim Bailey and wife Terri, all of Decatur; Steve Ware and wife Chris of Abington, Pa., eight great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews."

"She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and one brother, Willard McKenzie."

More About EVA PEARL MCKENZIE:
Burial: October 03, 1996, Fairlawn Cemetery (Decatur, IL)

Eva married Kenneth W. Bailey on 4 Oct 1920 in LaFayette, Tippecanoe County, Indiana. Kenneth was born on 28 Sep 1898 in Decatur, Macon County, Illinois; died on 31 May 1968 in Maple Glen, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Obituary
"The Mendota Reporter" (Mendota, IL) Thursday, May 20, 1965

"R. W. MCKENZIE OF TAMPICO PASSES AWAY"

"Ralph Willard McKenzie, 54, of Tampico, a former Mendota resident, died Tuesday morning, May 18, in Community Hospital, Sterling."

"He was born in Lovington, Ill., Dec. 28, 1910, the son of James W. and Susie C. McKenzie. He entered the Decatur public schools and James Millikin University, Decatur. In April of 1934, he married Margaret Powers of Decatur and she preceded him in death in December of 1950. In February of 1952 he married Velma Gilkey in Mendota."

"Mr. McKenzie was of the Lutheran (sic) faith and was a member of the B.P.O. Elks at Sterling and the Merchants Assn. of Sterling. While residing in Mendota, he was employed at Conco Engingeering Works. In 1956 he moved to Tampico and operated McKenzie's Book Store, Sterling, from 1955 until March of 1965 when he sold the store and devoted his time to the McKenzie Wholesale Paper Co. which he started in 1957."

"Surviving are his wife of Tampico; two sons, John of Aurora and Robert of Tampico; one daughter, Roberta, Dixon; five grandchildren; and two sisters, Mrs. Kenneth Bailey, Decatur, and Mrs. Charles Burke, St Louis, Mo. His parents preceded him in death."

"Funeral services will be held this Thursday afternoon at two o'clock in the Schmitt Chapel, Tampico, with Rev. Bruce Johnson of the First Christian Church, Sterling, officiating. Burial will be in Restland Cemetery."

"Visitation at the chapel was after 2 p.m. Wednesday."

More About RALPH WILLARD MCKENZIE:
Burial: May 20, 1965, Restland Cemetery, Mendota, IL

Ralph married Margaret Heaton Powers on 5 Apr 1934 in Cook County, Illinois. Margaret (daughter of William Powers and M. Byrne) was born on 15 Feb 1912 in Streator, LaSalle County, Illinois; died on 23 Dec 1950 in LaSalle, LaSalle County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Ralph married Velma Gertrude Gilkey on 16 Feb 1952 in Mendota, LaSalle County, Illinois. Velma was born on 18 Apr 1912 in Alamo, Montgomery County, Indiana; died on 2 Aug 1979 in Pontiac, Livingston County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Marriage Announcement
Newspaper Clipping--Undated, Unidentified

"BETTY MCKENZIE IS MONDAY BRIDE"

"Miss Betty McKenzie, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. McKenzie of 1214 North Water street, became the bride of Charles W. Burke, son of Mrs. Kate Burke of the East William road, in a 10 a.m. ceremony Monday in St. Louis Centenary Methodist church. Rev. Danson C. Bryan officiated. The couple was unattended."

"Announcement of the marriage will come as a surprise to friends of the couple. The bride wore a costume of green wool and brown accessories on her wedding day. The couple returned to Decatur and will live in this city."

"Mrs. Burke is a January 1931 (sic) graduate of Decatur high school and a member of Delta Theta Chi. She was a buyer for Stewart's Dry Goods Co. for more than four years, and recently has been in the office of the Economy Cleaners. Mr. Burke is a machinist in the parts department of B. B. Burns and Sons."


Obituary
"Decatur Herald and Review" (Decatur, IL) Wednesday, February 3, 1999

"DECATUR--Mable Elizabeth "Betty" Burke, 84, of Decatur died at 8:30 p.m. (Feb. 1, 1999) in her residence."

"Services will be at 10:00 a.m. Friday in J. J. Moran & Sons Funeral Home with visitation one hour before services. Burial will be in Fairlawn Cemetery. Memorials may be sent to Grace United Methodist Church or St. John's Hospice."

"Mrs. Burke was born on March 31, 1914, in Lovington, the daughter of James Wilson and Susan Caroline Huffman McKenzie. She was office manager for Steward (sic) Dry Goods and later, Chumbley's Cleaners. She was a member of Grace United Methodist Church and Ladies of the Elks. She was a l932 graduate of Decatur High School. She married Charles Burke on October 25, 1937, in St. Louis, Mo."

"Surviving are her husband; several nieces and nephews, including Jim and wife, Georganna Bailey of Decatur; several great nieces and great-nephews."

"She was preceded in death by her parents, son Richard, brother Willard McKenzie, and sister, Pearl Bailey."



More About MABLE ELIZABETH "BETTY" MCKENZIE:
Burial: February 05, 1999, Fairlawn Cemetery (Decatur, IL)

Mable married Charles William Burke on 25 Oct 1937 in St. Louis, Missouri. Charles was born on 14 Nov 1915 in Decatur, Macon County, Illinois; died on 18 Jun 1999 in Decatur, Macon County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Birth: Sep. 2, 1902
Moccasin
Effingham County
Illinois, USA
Death: Jan. 8, 1979
Altamont (Effingham County)
Effingham County
Illinois, USA

Inez was the daughter of Charles Henry McKenzie & Lola Montez Hotz. She married Sep 1930 J. Ralph Whetstone.


Burial:
Union Cemetery
Altamont (Effingham County)
Effingham County
Illinois, USA

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Record added: Jan 25, 2007
Find A Grave Memorial# 17684787

Obituary
"The Altamont News" (Altamont, IL) Thursday, January 11, 1979(page 8)

"INEZ WHETSTONE DIES; FUNERAL ON THURSDAY"

"Mrs. Inez Louise Whetstone, 76, of Altamont, died at 1:15 p.m. on Monday, January 8, in Pleasant Acres Physical Rehabilitation Center, Altamont."

"Born on September 2, 1902 in Moccasin, she was the daughter of Charles McKenzie and Lola Hotz McKenzie. She married J. Ralph Whetstone. He died in 1967. Mrs. Whetstone was a member of the Presbyterian Church."

"She is survived by a sister Opal McKendrick and brother-in-law, Matthew McKendrick, Altamont."

"She was preceded in death by her parents, also one sister, Vera McKenzie in 1974."

"The funeral was held at 1 p.m. on Thursday in Kull Funeral Chapel, Altamont, with the Rev. Robert Luse officiating. Burial was in Union Cemetery, Altamont."

More About INEZ LOUISE MCKENZIE:
Burial: January 11, 1979, Union Cemetery, Altamont, IL
Misc. Fact: NO DESCENDANTS

Inez married J. Ralph Whetstone in Sep 1930. J. was born on 26 Feb 1896; died on 20 May 1967 in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Obituary #1
Newspaper Clipping--Undated, Untitled

"MCKENDRICK"

"ALTAMONT--Opal McKendrick, 88, of Altamont, died 5:30 p.m. Tuesday (June 8, 1993) in St. Anthony Memorial Hospital, Effingham."

"Services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday in Kull Funeral Home, Altamont, with visitation after 5 p.m. Thursday with 8 p.m. rosary. Burial will be in Union Cemetery, Altamont. Memorials: Altamont Public Library Building Fund, Lutheran Care Center, Altamont Lions Club, or donor choice."

"Mrs. McKendrick was born Sept. 13 ,1904, in Altamont, daughter of Charles and Lola Hotz McKenzie. She was a member of St. Clare Roman Catholic Church, Altamont, and the Altamont Garden Club. She retired from the Reliance Insurance Company in Detroit, Mich., with over 40 years of service. She married Matthew J. McKendrick May 22, 1937, in Detroit, Mich. He preceded her in death Feb. 14, 1983."

"Surviving are her nephew, William Barkell and his wife Nina of Detroit, Mich.; niece, Mary Margaret Barnhart and husband Ralph of Livonia, Mich.; and several local friends."

"She was preceded in death by her parents and sisters, Inez Louise (J. Ralph) Whetstone and Vera M. McKenzie."

Obituary #2
(St. Elmo) "Banner" (St. Elmo, IL) June 16, 1993

"OPAL MCKENDRICK"

"Opal McKendrick, 88, of Altamont died at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 8 at St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital in Effingham."

"Mrs. McKendrick was born on Sept. 13, 1904 in Altamont, daughter of Charles and Lola (Hotz) McKenzie. She was retired from Reliance Insurance Co., Detroit, Michigan after more than 40 years of service, and was a member of St. Clare Catholic Church, Altamont, and Altamont Garden Club."

"Surviving are her nephew, William Barkell of Rochester, Michigan; niece, Mrs. Ralph (Mary) Margaret Barnhart of Loving, Michigan."

"Two sisters preceded her in death."

"Funeral services were held on Friday, June 11 at Kull Funeral Home, Altamont. Interment was in Union Cemetery, Altamont. Memorials: Altamont Public Library Building Fund, Lutheran Care Center, Altamont, or donor's choice."


More About OPAL BEATRICE MCKENZIE:
Burial: June 11, 1993, Union Cemetery, Altamont, IL
Misc. Fact: NO DESCENDANTS

Opal married Matthew J. McKendrick on 22 May 1937 in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan. Matthew was born on 8 Aug 1903 in Hancock, Houghton County, Michigan; died on 14 Feb 1983 in Effingham, Effingham County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Obituary
"The Altamont News" (Altamont, IL) Sepember 26, 1974(page 1)

"VERA MCKENZIE DIES TUESDAY FOLLOWING ILLNESS"

"Vera McKenzie, 66, died at 7:20 a.m. Tuesday, September 24, in St. Anthony Memorial Hospital, Effingham. She had been in ill health several months."

"Born in Altamont on March 23, 1908, she was the daughter of Mrs. Lola McKenzie and the late Charles McKenzie. She had worked in Chicago for many years."

"Survivors include her mother; sisters, Mrs. Matthew McKendrick and Mrs Inez Whetstone, both of Altamont; brother-in-law, Matthew McKendrick, Altamont."

"Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time. Kull Funeral Home will be in charge of services."

News Story
"The Altamont News" (Altamont, IL) October 3, 1974(page 1)

"FUNERAL SERVICES FOR VERA MCKENZIE"

"Funeral services for Vera McKenzie, 66, were held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, September 26, in Kull Funeral Home. The Rev. J. Paul McLaughlin, pastor of the First Presbyterian Church officiated. Burial was in Union Cemetery."

"Miss McKenzie died in St. Anthony Memorial Hospital, Effingham on Tuesday, September 24, at 7:20 a.m. She had lived in Chicago for many years and was formerly of Altamont."

More About VERA MADONNA MCKENZIE:
Burial: September 26, 1974, Union Cemetery, Altamont, IL
Misc. Fact: Never Married, NO DESCENDANTS

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Obituary
"Piatt County Journal" (Monticello, Illinois) Thursday, January 6, 1966 page 1

"FUNERAL SERVICES HELD FOR CHARLES E. HOSLER"

"Charles E. Hosler, 70, a former Champaign resident and 18 year employee of Jos. Kuhn and Co., passed away at 3:10 a.m. Saturday, January 1, 1966, at his home in Monticello. He had been in ill health for several years."

"Services were at 2 p.m. Monday in the Bauman Funeral Home with Rev. Richard Dunn officiating. Burial was in Monticello Cemetery."

"Mr. Hosler was born in Monticello on March 3, 1895, the son of William and Mary Agnes McKenzie Hosler."

"Charles is survived by his wife, the former Irene Varner, whom he married Feb. 21, 1924; a brother Dale of Rossville; and four sisters, Mrs Chester (Hazel) Hayes and Mrs. Donald (Ruth) Hayes, both of Mansfield; Mrs. B. F. (Velta) Schubert of Houghton, Mich.; and Mrs. Wayne (Lara) Catlin of White Heath."

"He was preceded in death by a daughter, Jean Marie, his parents and a brother Cecil."

"Charles served in World War I and was awarded the Purple Heart and The French Medal of Honor. He was a charter member of Roy Hamm Post 101, American Legion and Modern Woodmen."

More About CHARLES E. HOSLER:
Burial: January 03, 1966, Monticello Cemetery, Monticello, IL

Charles married Irene Varner on 21 Feb 1924 in Fountain County, Indiana. Irene (daughter of William Varner and Sarah Hartsock) was born on 20 Jul 1899 in Xenia, Greene County, Ohio; died on 24 Dec 1983 in Monticello, Piatt County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Obituary #1
"The Piatt County Republican" (Monticello, IL) October 31, 1946(page 1)

"CECIL J. HOSLER, 49, SUCCUMBS SATURDAY"

"Funeral services for Cecil Joseph Hosler, 49, Milmine farmer who died Saturday night at Mercy hospital in Urbana, were held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Bauman funeral home in Monticello. Rev. Fr. Andrew Dzuryo of Bement officiated, and burial was in Cerro Gordo cemetery."

"Mr. Hosler had been a patient in the hospital for ten days with a heart ailment."

"He was born March 22, 1897 in Monticello, son of William and Mary Hosler. He married Mary Willis of Monticello on Oct. 2, 1923. He was a veteran of World War I."

"Surviving are his widow, his parents, two brothers, Charles of Monticello and Dale of Rossville, and four sisters, Mrs. Chester Hayes and Mrs. Don Hayes of Mansfield; Mrs. B. F. Schubert of Houghton, Mich., and Mrs. Wayne Catlin of Monticello."

Obituary #2
"Piatt County Journal"(Monticello, IL) Thursday, October 31, 1946(page 1)

"CECIL HOSLER, 49 DIES SATURDAY IN MERCY HOSPITAL"

"Cecil Joseph Hosler, 49, prominent Milmine farmer and World War I veteran, died at 10 p.m. Saturday at Mercy hospital, Urbana of a heart ailment. He had been a patient in the hospital for the past 10 days."

"Funeral services were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. from the Bauman funeral home with Rev. Andrew J. Dzuryo, pastor of St. Philomenias' (sic) catholic church officiating. Burial was in the Cerro Gordo cemetery."

"Mr. Hosler was born March 22, 1897 in Monticello, a son of William and Mary Hosler. He attended the Piatt County schools and graduated from the Monticello high school with the class of 1916. He served in World War one (sic). He was united in marriage on Oct. 2, 1923 to Mary Willis of Monticello. Mr. Hosler has been engaged in farming for several years."

"He leaves his wife, parents of Monticello, two brothers, Charles Hosler, Monticello and Dale Hosler, Rossville; four sisters, Mrs. Chester Hayes and Mrs. Don Hayes, Mansfield; Mrs. B. F. Schubert, Michigan and Mrs. Wayne Catlin, Monticello."

More About CECIL JOSEPH HOSLER:
Burial: October 29, 1946, Cerro Gordo Cemetery
Misc. Fact: NO DESCENDANTS

Cecil married Mary Viola Willis on 2 Oct 1923 in Urbana, Champaign County, Illinois. Mary was born on 27 Jul 1906 in Cerro Cordo, Piatt County, Illinois; died on 24 Mar 1990 in Monticello, Piatt County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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"Piatt County Journal-Republican" (Monticello, IL) Wednesday, February 22, 1989 (page 2)

"HAZEL HAYES"

"Hazel Fern Hayes, 89, of Monticello, formerly of Mansfield, died 6 p.m. Saturday, February 18, 1989 in Passavant Area Hospital, Jacksonville."

"Services will be held 10:30 a.m. Thursday, February 23, in Mackey-Wright Funeral Home, Monticello. Visitation will be 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday. Burial will be in Mansfield Cemetery."

"Mrs. Hayes was born Aug. 3, 1899 in Piatt County, daughter of William and Mary McKenzie Hosler. She married Chester D. Hayes June 20, 1920 at Decatur. He died Aug. 11, 1969."

"Surviving are her son, John W. "Jack" Hayes of Mansfield; daughter, Mrs. Don (Mary Lou) Noecker of Jacsonville; brother, Dale Hosler of Penfield; sister, Laura (sic) Catlin of Monticello; five grandchildren; six great-grandchildren."

"One daughter, two brothers and two sisters preceded her in death."

"Memorials may be made to the Heart Fund."

More About HAZEL FERN HOSLER:
Burial: August 14, 1969, Blue Ridge Cemetery, Mansfield, IL

Hazel married Chester Dewey Hayes on 8 Jun 1920 in Decatur, Macon County, Illinois. Chester was born on 6 Aug 1899 in Galesville, Piatt County, Illinois; died on 11 Aug 1969 in Monticello, Piatt County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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"Piatt County Journal Republican" (Monticello, IL) Wednesday, November 4, 1987 page 2A

"RUTH HAYES"

"Ruth M. Hayes, 86, of Monticello, formerly of Galesville, died 10:50 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31, 1987, at the Piatt County Nursing Home, Monticello."

"Funeral services were held 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Mackey-Wright Funeral Home, Monticello, with Rev. Frank New officiating. Burial was in the Monticello Cemetery."

"Mrs. Hayes was born April 9, 1901, at Monticello, a daughter of William and Mary McKenzie Hosler. She married Don H. Hayes Jan. 12, 1921. He died Nov. 26, 1971."

"She is survived by one son, Don D. Hayes of Urbana; one daughter, Betty Whisman of Bloomington; seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; one great-great grandson; one brother, Dale Hosler of Penfield; two sisters, Laura (sic) Catlin and Hazel Hayes, both of Monticello."

"Two brothers and one sister preceded her in death."

"Memorials may be made to the Piatt County Nursing Home."

More About RUTH M. HOSLER:
Burial: November 03, 1987, Monticello Cemetery, Monticello, IL

Ruth married Donald Hayes on 12 Jan 1921 in Monticello, Piatt County, Illinois. Donald (son of Patrick Hayes and Verda Stoeltzer) was born on 15 Dec 1900 in Galesville, Piatt County, Illinois; died on 26 Nov 1971 in Urbana, Champaign County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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"PIATT COUNTY JOURNAL REPUBLICAN", March 23, 1994

"DALE HOSLER"

"Dale Hosler, 89, of Penfield died at 2:20 p.m. Sunday, March 13, 1994, at Covenant Medical Center, Urbana."

"A funeral Mass was held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 16, at St. Lawrence Catholic Church, Penfield, with the Rev. Dwight Campbell officiating. Burial was in St. Lawrence Cemetery."

"Lux Memorial Chapel, Rantoul, was in charge of arrangements."

"Mr. Hosler was born Feb. 14, 1905, in Piatt County, a son of William and Mary McKenzie Hosler. He married Agnes Armstrong on Feb. 12, 1930, at Seymour. She died Dec.1, 1987."

"Survivors include two sons, William Hosler of Granville, Ohio, and Charles Hosler of Potomac; two daughters, Mary Miles of Penfield and Frances Davis of Rantoul; a sister, Lora Hosler Catlin of Monticello; ten grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren."

"He was preceded in death by two brothers and two sisters."

"Mr. Hosler farmed in Piatt, Champaign and Vermilion counties for 45 years. He retired in 1975 to Penfield. He was a member of St. Lawrence Catholic Church."

"Memorial contributions may be made to St. Lawrence Catholic Church, Penfield, or to an organization of the donor's choice."

More About DALE HOSLER:
Burial: March 16, 1994, St. Lawrence Cemetery, Penfield, IL

Children of DALE HOSLER and AGNES ARMSTRONG are:
i.WILLIAM5 HOSLER, b. July 05, 1932, Urbana, Champaign Co., IL86; m. BETTY JANE DUNCAN, November 14, 1953, Tucson, AR86.
ii.MARY AGNES HOSLER, b. October 08, 1936, Urbana, Champaign Co., IL86; m. ROBERT MILES, November 25, 1954, Penfield, Champaign Co., IL86.
iii.FRANCES HOSLER, b. November 25, 1947, Urbana, Champaign Co., IL86; m. DANIEL W. DAVIS, October 15, 1966, Penfield, Champaign Co., IL86.
iv.CHARLES HOSLER, b. March 24, 1952, Champaign Co., IL86; m. DEBRA TAYLOR, March 22, 1975, Oakwood, Vermillion Co., IL86.

Dale married Agnes Armstrong on 12 Feb 1930 in Seymour, Champaign County, Illinois. Agnes (daughter of Joseph Armstrong and Frances Rodgers) was born on 13 Mar 1907 in Champaign County, Illinois; died on 1 Dec 1987 in Penfield, Piatt County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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"Piatt County Journal-Republican" (Monticello, IL) Thursday, January 28, 1982

"VELTA SCHUBERT"

"Velta Schubert, 75, formerly of Monticello and Champaign, died Jan. 19, 1982, at Ft. Myers, Florida where she and her husband had lived for several years."

"Mrs. Schubert was born Dec. 8, 1906 in Monticello, a daughter of William and Mary McKenzie Hosler. She married B. F. Schubert in Michigan Aug. 11, 1934. He survives."

"Also surviving are three sisters, Hazel Hayes, Ruth Hayes, and Lora Catlin, all of Monticello; one brother, Dale Hosler of Penfield. She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers."

"Mrs. Schubert was a 1926 graduate of Monticello High School and was in the offices of Jos. Kuhn and Co. of Champaign for many years."

More About VELTA MAE HOSLER:
Misc. Fact: Cremation; burial at sea

Velta married Boshumel Franz Schubert on 18 Aug 1934 in St. Joseph, Berrien County, Michigan. Boshumel was born on 10 Nov 1910 in Cook County, Illinois; died on 30 Sep 1985 in Fort Myers, Lee County, Florida. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Lora married Wayne Catlin on 20 Aug 1927 in Monticello, Piatt County, Illinois. Wayne (son of James Catlin and Clara Hardy) was born on 8 Sep 1906 in Hammond, Piatt County, Illinois; died on 2 Nov 1986 in Monticello, Piatt County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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More About MARY ARVILLA DOTY:
Baptism: August 08, 1900, St. Clare Catholic Church, Altamont, IL

Notes for ARTHUR CLARENCE HENDRIX:
According to Mrs. Dorothy Doty of Bement, IL, Mr. Hendrix was a court reporter at the Pentagon in Washington, D.C. Mrs. Hendrix was also a secretary at the Pentagon.

Children of MARY DOTY and ARTHUR HENDRIX are:
49.i.REX5 HENDRIX, b. February 07, 1920; d. April 27, 1985, Greenbelt, MD.
ii.PAUL HENDRIX, b. June 11, 192189; d. July 24, 1999, Washington, D.C.89.
50.iii.ARTHUR KEITH HENDRIX, b. May 10, 1923.
51.iv.SHIRLEY ANN HENDRIX, b. February 27, 1926.

Mary married Arthur Clarence Hendrix on 16 Aug 1917 in St. Agnes Rectory, Springfield, Illinois. Arthur was born on 25 Oct 1894; died on 4 Sep 1984 in Bethesda, Montgomery County, Maryland. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Notes:

Children of GOLDA DOTY and WILLIAM BRADY are:
52.i.MARY SUZANNE5 BRADY, b. December 30, 1926, Decatur, Macon Co., IL.
53.ii.PATRICK WILLIAM BRADY, b. October 10, 1928, Pittsburg, PA.
54.iii.MARGARET PATRICIA BRADY, b. September 16, 1930, Pittsburg, PA.
55.iv.JOHN GARRY BRADY, b. March 18, 1932, Pittsburg, PA.
56.v.WILLIAM JOSEPH BRADY, b. August 08, 1933, Pittsburg, PA.


Obituary
"Herald & Review" (Decatur, IL) Tuesday, April 10, 1984(page A7)

"BRADY"

"Mrs. William Joseph (Golda Marie Doty) Brady, 84, of 2028 N. Church St. died 6:51 a.m. Sunday (April 8, 1984) in St. Mary's Hospital."

"Services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday in St. Thomas Catholic Church. Visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday in J. J. Moran & Sons Funeral Home, with 7 p.m. prayer service. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. Memorials: St. Teresa Education Fund."

"Mrs. Brady was born in Beecher City, daughter of St. Clair and Melissa Doty. She was a member of St. Thomas Catholic Church. She married William Joseph Brady in 1925. He died in 1938."

"Surviving are her sons, Patrick of Dayton, Ohio; John and William, both of Decatur; daughters, Mary Suzanne Senger of Decatur; Mrs. James (Peg) Harting of Springfield; brothers, Raymond Doty of Decatur; Francis Doty of Bement; sister, Villa Hendrix of Bethesda, Md.; 25 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren."

"Three brothers preceded her in death."

More About GOLDA MARIE DOTY:
Baptism: August 08, 1900, St. Clare Catholic Church, Altamont, IL
Burial: April 11, 1984, Calvary Cemetery, Decatur, IL

Golda married William Brady on 12 Dec 1925 in Danville, Vermilion County, Illinois. William was born on 26 Sep 1894 in Danville, Vermilion County, Illinois; died on 30 Nov 1938 in Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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"The Decatur Daily Review" (Decatur, IL) Monday, June 18, 1979(page 16)

"DOTY"

"Byron M. "Bud" Doty, 76, of 1096 W. Decatur St. died at 12:52 p.m. Sunday (June 17, 1979) in Decatur Memorial Hospital."

"Funeral arrangements are incomplete at J. J. Moran & Sons Funeral Home."

"Mr. Doty was born in Beecher City, son of St. Clair and Melissa Doty. He was a member of St. Thomas Church. He retired from Osgood's, where he was employed as a sewing machine mechanic."

"Surviving are sons, William of Mount Zion; Jack and Dannie, both of Decatur; daughters, Mrs. Betty Gallagher and Patricia Karl, both of Decatur; Joan Rose of California; brothers, Francis of Bement; Raymond of Decatur; sisters, Mrs. Arvella (sic) Hendricks (sic) of Washington, D. C.; Mrs. Goldie Brady of Decatur."

"Two brothers preceded him in death."

More About BYRON MERLE DOTY:
Baptism: February 02, 1903, St. Clare Catholic Church, Altamont, IL
Burial: June 20, 1979, Point Pleasant Cemetery

Family/Spouse: Helen Peck. Helen died in UNKNOWN. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Lila Wideauer. Lila died in UNKNOWN. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Raymond married Opal Etta Dittamore in Jun 1923 in Covington, Fountain County, Indiana. Opal (daughter of Guy Dittamore and Leafy Moffitt) was born on 2 Mar 1907 in Milmine, Piatt County, Illinois; died on 11 May 1964 in Decatur, Macon County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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"Piatt County Journal Republican" (Monticello, IL) Thursday, March 14, 1968(page 5)

"PROMINENT JEWELER DIES HERE"

"Ottis Doty, a jeweler here for about 25 years, died suddenly Sunday, March 10, at 4:10 p.m., shortly after he had entered Kirby Hospital."

"Mr. Doty was long active in civic and community affairs and recently returned from a Florida vacation with his wife and old friends."

"He was born February 28, 1908 at Beecher City and he was the son of St. Clair and Margaret McKensie (sic) Doty."

"He was married June 30, 1934, to Marjorie Widener, who survives him."

"He also leaves a son, Fred Doty of Monticello, a daughter, Mrs. Mary Ann Larsen, three grandchildren, and his father, St. Clair Doty, who was 96 this week and is a patient at Bement Rest Haven."

"Mr. Doty had four brothers Byron and Raymond, both of Decatur; P.E. Doty, Lincoln; Francis, Bement, and two sisters, Mrs. Viola (sic) Hendrix, Bethesda, Md. and Mrs. Golda Brady, Decatur."

"Funeral services were held Tuesday at Mackey Funeral Chapel, with the Rev. Ambrose Cunningham officiating."

"Burial was at Bement Cemetery."

More About JOSEPH OTTIS DOTY:
Baptism: June 02, 1909, St. Clare Catholic Church, Altamolnt, IL

Joseph married Marjorie Widener on 30 Jun 1934 in Salem, Marion County, Illinois. Marjorie (daughter of Fred Widener and Bertha Fahrenkopf) was born on 3 Dec 1916 in Piatt County, Illinois; died on 22 Dec 1996 in Monticello, Piatt County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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"Lincoln Courier" (Lincoln, Logan Co., IL) Friday, July 18, 1969(page 10)

"DOTY'S FUNERAL WILL BE MONDAY"

"Paul (Gene) Doty, 54, of 109 DeBruler Dr. died at 3:35 p.m. Thursday at St. John's Hospital in Springfield where he had undergone brain surgery Tuesday. He was owner and operator of Doty's Jewelry store in Lincoln in the Arcade Building."

"The funeral will be at 9:30 a.m. Monday at St. Mary's church with the Rev. Edward H. Westermann officiating. Burial will be in St. Mary's demetery (sic). Visitation will be Sunday afternoon and evening at the Kerrigan Funeral Home. The Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m."

"The deceased was born Nov. 27, 1914, at Altamont, a son of St. Clair and Melissa McKenzie Doty. He married Marge Resnik Jan. 27, 1940, in Springfield."

"Surviving are his wife; two sons, Charles P., with the Peace Corps Chillan, in Chile, South America; J. Michael, Lincoln; his father, Bement; three brothers, Raymond and Byron, both of Decatur; Francis, Bement; and two sisters, Mrs. Golda Brady, Decatur; and Mrs. Villa Hendrix, Bethesda, Md. He was preceded in death by his mother and brother."

"Mr. Doty was a member of St. Mary's church, held third and fourth degrees of the Lincoln Council 1250 Knights of Columbus, was a member of Lincoln Elks Lodge 914 and the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce."

More About PAUL EUGENE DOTY:
Burial: July 21, 1969, St. Mary's Cemetery, Lincoln, IL

Children of PAUL DOTY and MARGARET RESNICK are:
i.CHARLES5 DOTY.
ii.MICHAEL DOTY.

Paul married Margaret Resnick on 27 Jan 1940 in Springfield, Sangamon County, Illinois. Margaret died in UNKNOWN. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Francis married Dorothy Smith in Private. Dorothy was born in Private. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Kenneth married Mae (Jerry) Johnson in Private. Mae was born in Private. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Obituary #1
"The Shelbyville Daily Union" (Shelbyville, IL) Thursday, January 22, 1970 (page 1)

"N. E. MCKENZIE DIES TODAY, RITES INCOMPLETE"

"Norman E. McKenzie, 57, of 508 South Charles St., was pronounced dead on arrival at the Shelby County Memorial Hospital at 9:20 a.m. today."

"He was born Oct. 19 (sic), 1912, in Beecher City, the son of Joseph and Ota Steele McKenzie. He was married to Ales Musser on Aug. 20, 1932 at Vandalia."

"He leaves his wife, Ales; two daughters, Joan at home, and Mrs. Ben (Sandra) Mosbey of Mechanicsburg, Pa.; five sons, T-Sgt Stanley McKenzie of Lubbock, Tex., S-Sgt. Gary McKenzie at Chanute Field, Ronald McKenzie at home, Phillip McKenzie of Santa Monica, Calif., and Keith of Shelbyville; his mother, Mrs. Ota McKenzie of Springfield; two sisters, Mrs Elwood (Ruth) Durbin of Paw-Paw, and Mrs. Harry (Mildred) Smith of Taylorville; and four brothers, Eldon of Indiana, Warren of Texas, Walter of Charleston,and Jerald of Springfield."

""His father and two brothers preceded him in death."

"He was employed by the Oliver Corp. for 19 years. He was a veteran of World War I (sic), serving in the U.S. Navy, and was a member of the American Legion."

"Arrangements are incomplete at the Kessler-Howe Funeral Home."

Obituary #2
"The Shelbyville Daily Union" (Shelbyville, IL) Friday, January 23, 1970 (page 1)

"MCKENZIE RITES TO BE SUNDAY"

"Funeral services for Norman McKenzie will be at 1:30 p.m. Sunday at the Kessler-Howe Funeral Home, with burial in Glenwood cemetery."

"Friends may call at the funeral home from 5 to 9 p.m. Saturday."



More About NORMAN ELBERT MCKENZIE:
Burial: January 25, 1970, Glenwood Cemetery, Shelbyville, IL

Norman married Ales B. Musser on 20 Aug 1932 in Vandalia, Fayette County, Illinois. Ales was born on 2 Apr 1912 in Beecher City, Effingham County, Illinois; died on 21 Nov 1984 in Decatur, Macon County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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"The Earlville Leader" (Earlville, IL) Wednesday, April 8, 1998(page 3)

"MARJORIE DURBIN DIED APRIL 6, 1998"

"Marjorie 'Ruth' Durbin, 80, of Earlville, Illinois passed away Monday April 6, 1998 at Heritage Manor Nursing Home in Mendota, Illinois. She was born November 23, 1917 in Piatt County, Milmine, Illinois the daughter of Joseph and Ota (Steele) McKenzie. She married Joseph Elwood 'Woody' Durbin in (sic) July 3, 1935. She was a member of St. Theresa Catholic Church in Earlville, and was a volunteer with NOA for several years."

"Funeral services will be held at 10:30 am, Thursday, April 9, 1998 at Hanley-Turner Funeral Home in Earliville, IL with the Reverend William Virtue officiating. Burial will be in St. Theresa Catholic Cemetery in Earlville, IL. Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 pm on Wednesday, April 8th at the funeral home, with a liturgical wake service being recited."

"She is survived by one son, George (Pat) Durbin of Earlville, IL, two daughters, Faye Sandberg of Moline, IL and Betty (Don) Sawicki of Earlville, IL, five grandchildren, and eight great grandchildren, two brothers, Warren (Betty) McKenzie of Ennis, Texas, and Walter (Lu) McKenzie of Mattoon, IL, one sister Mildred Smith of Taylorville, IL."

"She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Joseph Elwood 'Woody' Durbin in 1974, one son in infancy, Ray Durbin, four brothers, Kenneth, Norman, Jerald, and Eldon."

Obituary #2
"The Mendota Reporter" (Mendota, IL) Wednesday, April 8, 1998(page 4)

"MARJORIE 'RUTH' DURBIN"

"Mrs. Marjorie 'Ruth' Durbin, 80, of Earlville passed away Monday, April 6, 1998 at Heritage Manor Nursing Home."

"Services will be held Thursday, April 9 at 10:30 a.m. at Hanley-Turner Funeral Home, Earlville. The Rev. William Virtue will officiate. Burial will be in St. Theresa Catholic Cemetery in Earlville. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday, April 8 at the funeral home, with a liturgical wake service being recited."

"She was born November 23, 1917 in Piatt County, Milmine to Joseph and Ota (Steele) McKenzie. She married Joseph Elwood 'Woody" Durbin on July 3, 1935."

"She was a member of St. Theresa Catholic Church in Earlville and was a volunteer with N. O.A. for several years."

"Survivors include one son, George (Pat) Durbin of Earlville; two daughters, Faye Sandberg of Moline and Betty (Don) Sawicki of Earlville; five grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren; two brothers, Warren (Betty) of Ennis, Texas and Walter (Lu) McKenzie of Mattoon; one sister, Mildred Smith of Taylorville."

"She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, an infant son, Ray Durbin, four brothers, Kenneth, Norman, Jerald and Eldon."

More About MARJORIE 'RUTH' MCKENZIE:
Burial: April 09, 1998, St. Theresa's Cemetery, Earlville, IL

Marjorie married Joseph Elwood (Woody) Durbin on 3 Jul 1935. Joseph (son of George Durbin and Minnie Vanderveer) was born on 11 Dec 1911 in Fayette County, Illinois; died on 5 Apr 1974 in Paw Paw, Lee County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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"The Beecher City Journal" (Beecher City, IL) Thursday, September 29, 1932 (page 1)

"DIED FROM INJURIES"

"Gorey Lee Tipsword of Springfield passed away Sunday night at a hospital in Granite City, where he had been taken on Wednesday evenining after he had been injured in an auto wreck."

"Tommy Tipsword, Mrs. Lona Peterson and son Wilber, C. V. Tipsword, Mrs. Viola Lilly and Pearl Tipsword were among those from this community who attended the funeral."

More About ALPHONSOS LEGORA TIPSWORD:
Burial: September 28, 1932, Calvary Cemetery, Springfield, IL28

Alphonsos married Saphronia Margaret Doty on 13 Apr 1895. Saphronia was born on 9 Nov 1876; died on 11 Jul 1956. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Obituary #1
"The Beecher City Journal" (Beecher City, IL) Thursday, December 26, 1957(page 3)

"FUNERAL SERVICES HELD FOR TOMMY TIPSWORD, FORMER RESIDENT"

"Funeral services for Tommy Tipsword, 70, a former resident of this community, were held at the funeral home in Edinburg at 10 a.m. Tuesday. Burial was in the Kramer cemetery west of Moccasin."

"Tommy, son of the late Mary Jane and Thomas Pickett Tipsword, suffered a heart attack and passed away Saturday in the ambulance en route to St. Vincent's hospital in Taylorville. He is survived by one sister, Mrs. Lona Peterson of Edinburg."

Obituary #2
"Breeze-Courier" (Taylorville, IL) Wednesday, December 25, 1957(page 7)

"THOMAS TIPSWORD, EDINBURG, DIES"

"Thomas Tipsword, 72 (sic), Edinburg, died at 10:45 o'clock Saturday morning in St. Vincent Memorial Hospital where he had been a patient four days."

"He was born June 23, 1885 (sic), in Fayette County, the son of Thomas P. and Mary Jane Durbin Tipsword."

"Surviving are one sister, Mrs. Loma (sic) M. Peterson, Edinburg; and one niece and one nephew."

"Funeral services will be held at 10 o'clock Tuesday morning in the E. M. Davis Funeral Home, Edinburg. The Rev. C. E. Johnston will officiate and burial will be in Kramer Cemetery, Beecher City (sic)."

"Friends may call at the funeral home tonight and until the hour of the services."



More About THOMAS C. TIPSWORD:
Burial: December 24, 1957, Kramer Cemetery, Moccasin, IL
Misc. Fact: Never Married, NO DESCENDANTS

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"Breeze-Courier" (Taylorville, IL) Tuesday, July 6, 1965(page 5)

"MRS. PETERSON, EDINBURG, DIES; RITES WEDNESDAY"

"Mrs. Lona M. Peterson, 75, of Edinburg died at 10:30 o'clock Sunday night in St. Vincent Memorial Hospital, where she had been a patient since June 12."

"Mrs. Peterson was born January 3, 1890, in Fayette County, the daughter of Thomas and Mary Jane Durbin Tipsword. She was married December 25, 1911, to Noah Peterson, who preceded her in death October 26, 1926. She was a member of the Methodist Church. Mrs. Peterson moved to Edinburg from Beecher City more than seven years ago."

"Surviving are one son, Wilbert Peterson of Edinburg, and two grandchildren. Two children died in infancy."

"Funeral services will be held at 2 o'clock Wednesday afternoon in the Cook Funeral Home at Beecher City. The Rev. Robert Christopherson, pastor of the Edinburg Methodist Church will officiate. Burial will be in Kramer Cemetery, south of Beecher City."

"Friends may call from 3 o'clock until 9 o'clock tonight at the Cook Funeral Home, and until the hour of the services Wednesday."

More About LONA M. TIPSWORD:
Burial: July 07, 1965, Kramer Cemetery, Moccasin, IL

Lona married William Noah Peterson on 25 Dec 1911. William was born on 14 Feb 1887 in Fayette County, Illinois; died on 26 Oct 1926 in Beecher City, Effingham County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]