SAMUEL LEE LIND Johnston City–Samuel Lee Lind, 80 of Johnston City passed away on Wednesday, February 11, 2015 at 5:20 A.M. at the Community Living Center at the V.A. Hospital in Marion. Samuel was born on August 24, 1934 in Stonefort. He was the son of Henry and Grace (Wall) Lind. He first married Cynthia Born. He later married Helen (Sutt) on February 8, 1958 in Geneva. He proudly served in the Navy on the U.S.S. Richard B. Anderson during the Korean Conflict. He was a member of the American Legion National Chapter. He was a retired truck driver. He liked fishing, restoring classic cars, spending time with family, and playing the harmonica. Samuel is survived by his children, Linda Bione and husband Vic of Herrin, Terry Lind and wife Angela of Marion, and Tim Lind of Radcliff, KY; grandchildren, Ricky Spiller, Nick Spiller, Matt Lind, Emily Lind, Jakob Lind, Ryan Lind, Katlin Lind, Tiffany Albers, Danielle Murray, Justin Lind, Shannon Bione, Nikko Bione, Rodney Lind Jr. and Daniel Lind; two brothers, Alfred Lind and wife Fannie of Agency, Iowa, and Gary Lind and wife Janice of Marion; one sister, Louise Buie of Sycamore; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents; three children, Randy Lind, Rodney Lind, and Rhonda Spiller; and two brothers, James Henry Lind and Paul Lind. Per his request his body will be donated to the Southern Illinois University School of Medicine Services will be held on Saturday, February 14, 2015 at 2:00 P.M. at the Murman & Wilson Funeral Home in Johnston City, with military rites conducted by the Marion V.F.W. and American Legion and Illinois Army National Guard. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Johnston City Public Library or to the Williamson County Historical Society. The family would like to thank the staff at the Community Living Center for their excellent care the last four weeks

  Michael Stephen Kovach, 89, of Benton, IL, died 9:25 a.m., Tuesday, February 10, 2015, at Stonebridge Senior Living Center, Benton, IL. He was born on November 26, 1925, in Christopher, IL, the Son of Mike and Anna (Fodor) Kovach. He married the former Cecelia Sapinski and she preceded him in death. Michael served in the United States Navy during WWII. He retired from Illini Asphalt as a teamster. He enjoyed being an outdoorsman. Mr. Kovach is preceded in death by his parents, wife, a sister who passed recently, Margaret Harkess and two brothers and sisters. Michael is survived by his son, Mark Kovach of Benton, IL and a brother, William J. Kovach of Benton, IL. Visitation will be held on Friday, February 13, 2015 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Hobbs-Johnson Funeral Home & Crematory in Benton. A funeral service will be held 10 a.m., Saturday, February 14, 2015 at the funeral home with Father Joseph Trapp officiating. Burial will follow services at Masonic and Odd Fellows Cemetery, Benton, IL. Memorial contributions may be made in the form of masses to St. Josephs Catholic Church, Benton, IL and will be accepted at the funeral home. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Hobbs-Johnson Funeral Home & Crematory

Sympathies to you and your family Pat! Sent from my Julia's iPhone > On Feb 10, 2015, at 1:31 PM, Pat Corona via <ilfrankl@rootsweb.com> wrote: > > This obit is for my beloved brother, Bob. He is the third (3rd.) of my > siblings to pass away in the preceding eight (8) months. My sister, Susan, > passed away last June, my brother, Terry, less than three (3) months ago in > Nov. & now Bob. I am the last surviving sibling of five (5). > > Pat Corona > > -----Original Message----- > From: elvis500@frontier.com via > Sent: Tuesday, February 10, 2015 8:49 AM > To: Franklin Co. ; Jefferson Co. Il. > Subject: [ILFRANKL] KIRKPATRICK, RObert J. (OBIT) > > Robert J. Kirkpatrick passed away February 7 due to heart complications at > Barnes Hospital with his family at his side. He was born January 15, 1927 in > Sesser, IL where he attended schools. He was the son of William Virgil > Kirkpatrick and Freda Atchison, and was raised by his grandparents, Harve > and Maggie Atchison. Bob married Lucille Underwood on July 27, 1950 and they > have celebrated 64 years of marriage. Bob served as an Army Staff Sargent at > end of WWII assigned to General MacArthur’s Headquarters in Manila and > Japan. His 10 year career as a Railway Postal Clerk ended after a railcar > accident. He enrolled in college and completed his BS in Accounting and > Business from Southern Illinois University in three years. Bob became a > Senior Bank Examiner with the FDIC, and eventually became President and > Chairman of the Board, Bank of Sesser. In the mid-60s he survived a near > fatal car accident which did not slow down his service to the community. Bob > completed 30 years on school boards including Rend Lake College. He and > Lucille were dedicated members of Sesser United Methodist Church. Bob served > as Lay Leader and Finance Chair as well as Chair of Conference Finance & > Administration. Having moved to Mt. Vernon, they became members of the First > United Methodist Church there. Recognized for his continuous contributions, > Robert received the Liberty Bell Award, Outstanding Chamber Member, and 2007 > Distinguished Alumni Award for Sesser-Valier Schools. Wearing many hats, he > was Sesser Masonic Lodge Secretary for 35 years, honored as a 33rd degree > Mason, and had active leadership roles over 50 years in the Ainad Shrine and > Illinois Scottish Rite. Bob was a lifetime member of the VFW and American > Legion. Bob and Lucille loved to travel, visiting the vast majority of the > U.S. and many parts of the world. In past years Bob spent time with WWII > veterans and participated in an Honor Flight to DC. He is survived by sons > and wives Keith and Becky Kirkpatrick of Valparaiso, IN; and Rick > Kirkpatrick & Jayne Sanders of Denver, CO; and daughter and husband, Kathy > and Al Johnston of Galva, IL. There are six grandchildren (with spouses): > Colin Kirkpatrick & Logan Wince, Burbank, CA; Jamie & Angela Kirkpatrick, > Mackinaw, IL; Meghan Kirkpatrick, Chicago; Tyler & Beth Johnston, Galva, IL; > Karly Johnston, Kewanee, IL; Troy Kirkpatrick, Carbondale, IL; > great-grandchildren under two: Camden Johnston and Finch Kirkpatrick. He is > survived by sisters Phyllis Corona, Helen Galloway, Virginia Brachear; and > large numbers of close relatives including Wilbur & Winnie Van Horn and > Aunt, Sadie Lewis. He is preceded in death by siblings Michael O’Sullivan, > Terry O’Sullivan, and Susan Callihan. Robert Kirkpatrick loved and was > deeply dedicated to God, his family, his community, and his country. > Visitation will be on Friday, Feb. 13 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. at Brayfield > Gilbert Funeral Home in Sesser and on Saturday, Feb. 14, 10:00-1:00 p.m. at > Mt. Vernon First United Methodist Church. Funeral services will be at 1:00 > with burial to follow at Maple Hill Cemetery in Sesser. Memorial gifts may > be made to Shriners Hospital St. Louis, Sesser United Methodist Church, or > Mt. Vernon First United Methodist Church. > > > ------------------------------- > To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to > ILFRANKL-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes > in the subject and the body of the message > > > ------------------------------- > To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to ILFRANKL-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message

  | Howard Don Reed II, 35, of West Frankfort, Illinois passed away Saturday, February 7, 2015.  He was born April 6, 1979 in West Frankfort, Illinois to Charles "Tink" and Lynn Marie (Arrington) Reed. Howard graduated from West Frankfort High School in 1998. After his graduation, he enlisted into the United States Marine Corp. Cpl. Reed served his country proudly. He did two tours with the Marine Corp. The first tour was in Iraq and the other was Operation Enduring Freedom. While serving his country, Reed fought proudly in The Battle of An Nasiriyah in 2003. After his honorable service with the Marines, Reed joined the Army Reserves. With the reserves, he deployed to Kuwait and was injured. He was medically discharged. Howard was a member of American Legion – Benton, Illinois. He was preceded in death by: mother, Lynn (Arrington) Reed; aunt, Martha Short; grandfather, Odell Arrington; grandmothers, Betty Andrews and Imogene Reed; uncles: Chad Short, Johnny Andrews, and David Andrews.Survivors include two sons: Brantley and Braxton Reed of Benton; father, Charles "Tink" and wife Viola Reed of West Frankfort; brother, Charles Reed and significant other Amber Bowling of West Frankfort; sister, Haylee Reed of West Frankfort; nephew, Dusty Reed of West Frankfort; grandfathers: Howard Don Reed I and Les Andrews both of West Frankfort; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Funeral  services will be held Thursday, February 12, 2015 at 2 p.m. at Union Funeral Home in West Frankfort, Illinois with Rev. Dr. Eusebius Mbidoaka officiating.  Visitation will be Wednesday, February 11, 2015 at the funeral home.  Burial will be in Denning Cemetery on the Orient Road.  Military rites will be accorded by the American Legion of Benton, Illinois. | | |

I don't know if this is the Nancy Ann Smith Odle you are looking for. Illinois Deaths and Stillbirths, 1916-1947: Name: Nancy Ann Odle Event Date: 26 Feb 1946 Event Place: W. Frankfort, Franklin, Illinois Gender: Female Age: 78 Birth Year (Estimated): 1868 Birth Date: 24 Apr 1867 Birthplace: Hamilton, Illinois Father's Name: Samul Smith Father's Birthplace: Tennessee Mother's Name: Sally Ann Pemberton Mother's Birthplace: Tennessee Occupation: housework Residence Place: W. Frankfort, Franklin, Illinois Burial Date: 28 Feb 1946 Burial Place: Flanigan, Hamilton, Illinois Cemetery: Liberty Digital Folder Number: 4152376 , Image Number: 2004 , GS Film number: 1991236 , Reference ID: cn 6220 -----Original Message----- From: Jo Ann via <ilfrankl@rootsweb.com> To: elvis500 <elvis500@frontier.com>; ilfrankl <ilfrankl@rootsweb.com> Sent: Tue, Feb 10, 2015 1:37 pm Subject: Re: [ILFRANKL] ODLE, GLoria May (OBIT) I have Clement "Gandy" ODLE Jr 1929-1980, as s/o Clement ODLE Sr 1895-19 68 & Florence Mae ROBBINS 1902-1974 (both East Fork Cemetery) I have Clement ODLE Sr as s/o John ODLE & Nancy Ann SMITH - can anyone confirm? John & Nancy are poss. buried at the Little Springs Cemetery, Hamilton Co, IL? ----- Original Message ----- From: "elvis500@frontier.com via" <ilfrankl@rootsweb.com> To: "Franklin Co." <ilfrankl@rootsweb.com> Sent: Thursday, February 5, 2015 2:19:23 PM Subject: [ILFRANKL] ODLE, GLoria May (OBIT) Gloria May Odle, 82, of West Frankfort, Illinois passed away Tuesday, February 3, 2015 at 8:40 a.m. at her residence. She was born May 25, 1932 in West Frankfort, Illinois to John A. and Iva (Blankenship) Dotson. Gloria was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother; attended Immanuel Baptist Church – Benton, Illinois; She loved helping people and also loved to cook. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clement ""Gandy"" Odle; brothers: Billy Gene, John, and Vernon Dotson; sisters: Alma Kerley and Ellen Baker; and special friend, Kenneth Storme. Survivors include her sons: John and wife Sally Odle of West Frankfort; Ron and wife Teresa Odle of Herrin; sister, Jackie Mattingly of Rocky Mount, Virginia; five grandchildren: Dan Odle, Missy Odle, John M. Odle, Mary Beth Trexler, and Brandon Odle; and nine great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Friday, February 6, 2015 at 11 a.m. at Union Funeral Home in West Frankfort, Illinois with Pastor Sammy Simmons officiating. Visitation will be Thursday, February 5, 2015 at the funeral home from 5 to 8 p.m. Burial will be at East Fork Cemetery in West Frankfort, Illinois.Memorials may be made to Immanuel Baptist Church Building Fund. Envelopes will be available and accepted at the funeral home. ------------------------------- To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to ILFRANKL-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message ------------------------------- To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to ILFRANKL-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message

  Robert J. Kirkpatrick passed away February 7 due to heart complications at Barnes Hospital with his family at his side. He was born January 15, 1927 in Sesser, IL where he attended schools. He was the son of William Virgil Kirkpatrick and Freda Atchison, and was raised by his grandparents, Harve and Maggie Atchison. Bob married Lucille Underwood on July 27, 1950 and they have celebrated 64 years of marriage. Bob served as an Army Staff Sargent at end of WWII assigned to General MacArthur’s Headquarters in Manila and Japan. His 10 year career as a Railway Postal Clerk ended after a railcar accident. He enrolled in college and completed his BS in Accounting and Business from Southern Illinois University in three years. Bob became a Senior Bank Examiner with the FDIC, and eventually became President and Chairman of the Board, Bank of Sesser. In the mid-60s he survived a near fatal car accident which did not slow down his service to the community. Bob completed 30 years on school boards including Rend Lake College. He and Lucille were dedicated members of Sesser United Methodist Church. Bob served as Lay Leader and Finance Chair as well as Chair of Conference Finance & Administration. Having moved to Mt. Vernon, they became members of the First United Methodist Church there. Recognized for his continuous contributions, Robert received the Liberty Bell Award, Outstanding Chamber Member, and 2007 Distinguished Alumni Award for Sesser-Valier Schools. Wearing many hats, he was Sesser Masonic Lodge Secretary for 35 years, honored as a 33rd degree Mason, and had active leadership roles over 50 years in the Ainad Shrine and Illinois Scottish Rite. Bob was a lifetime member of the VFW and American Legion. Bob and Lucille loved to travel, visiting the vast majority of the U.S. and many parts of the world. In past years Bob spent time with WWII veterans and participated in an Honor Flight to DC. He is survived by sons and wives Keith and Becky Kirkpatrick of Valparaiso, IN; and Rick Kirkpatrick & Jayne Sanders of Denver, CO; and daughter and husband, Kathy and Al Johnston of Galva, IL. There are six grandchildren (with spouses): Colin Kirkpatrick & Logan Wince, Burbank, CA; Jamie & Angela Kirkpatrick, Mackinaw, IL; Meghan Kirkpatrick, Chicago; Tyler & Beth Johnston, Galva, IL; Karly Johnston, Kewanee, IL; Troy Kirkpatrick, Carbondale, IL; great-grandchildren under two: Camden Johnston and Finch Kirkpatrick. He is survived by sisters Phyllis Corona, Helen Galloway, Virginia Brachear; and large numbers of close relatives including Wilbur & Winnie Van Horn and Aunt, Sadie Lewis. He is preceded in death by siblings Michael O’Sullivan, Terry O’Sullivan, and Susan Callihan. Robert Kirkpatrick loved and was deeply dedicated to God, his family, his community, and his country. Visitation will be on Friday, Feb. 13 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. at Brayfield Gilbert Funeral Home in Sesser and on Saturday, Feb. 14, 10:00-1:00 p.m. at Mt. Vernon First United Methodist Church. Funeral services will be at 1:00 with burial to follow at Maple Hill Cemetery in Sesser. Memorial gifts may be made to Shriners Hospital St. Louis, Sesser United Methodist Church, or Mt. Vernon First United Methodist Church.  

I have Clement "Gandy" ODLE Jr 1929-1980, as s/o Clement ODLE Sr 1895-19 68 & Florence Mae ROBBINS 1902-1974 (both East Fork Cemetery) I have Clement ODLE Sr as s/o John ODLE & Nancy Ann SMITH - can anyone confirm? John & Nancy are poss. buried at the Little Springs Cemetery, Hamilton Co, IL? ----- Original Message ----- From: "elvis500@frontier.com via" <ilfrankl@rootsweb.com> To: "Franklin Co." <ilfrankl@rootsweb.com> Sent: Thursday, February 5, 2015 2:19:23 PM Subject: [ILFRANKL] ODLE, GLoria May     (OBIT)   Gloria May Odle, 82, of West Frankfort, Illinois passed away Tuesday, February 3, 2015 at 8:40 a.m. at her residence.  She was born May 25, 1932 in West Frankfort, Illinois to John A. and Iva (Blankenship) Dotson.  Gloria was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother; attended Immanuel Baptist Church – Benton, Illinois; She loved helping people and also loved to cook.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Clement ""Gandy"" Odle; brothers: Billy Gene, John, and Vernon Dotson; sisters: Alma Kerley and Ellen Baker; and special friend, Kenneth Storme.  Survivors include her sons: John and wife Sally Odle of West Frankfort; Ron and wife Teresa Odle of Herrin; sister, Jackie Mattingly of Rocky Mount, Virginia; five grandchildren: Dan Odle, Missy Odle, John M. Odle, Mary Beth Trexler, and Brandon Odle; and nine great-grandchildren.  Funeral services will be held Friday, February 6, 2015 at 11 a.m. at Union Funeral Home in West Frankfort, Illinois with Pastor Sammy Simmons officiating. Visitation will be Thursday, February 5, 2015 at the funeral home from 5 to 8 p.m. Burial will be at East Fork Cemetery in West Frankfort, Illinois.Memorials may be made to Immanuel Baptist Church Building Fund. Envelopes will be available and accepted at the funeral home.    ------------------------------- To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to ILFRANKL-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message

Pat I am so sorry to hear you've lost so many of your family members in such a short time! My heart grieves for you and your family. It is always hard to lose a loved one but even harder when you lose more than one and so close together. This reminds me so much of how I felt when my dad died 2 months after my mom died. The loss seemed so insurmountable at the time, leaving me the oldest in my direct line when I had just turned 46 two week's prior to my dad's death. I hope your many happy memories of your family help you as you go through this time of grieving. Sandy (Whalen) Bauer > On February 10, 2015 at 12:30 PM Pat Corona via <ilfrankl@rootsweb.com> wrote: > > > This obit is for my beloved brother, Bob. He is the third (3rd.) of my > siblings to pass away in the preceding eight (8) months. My sister, Susan, > passed away last June, my brother, Terry, less than three (3) months ago in > Nov. & now Bob. I am the last surviving sibling of five (5). > > Pat Corona > > -----Original Message----- > From: elvis500@frontier.com via > Sent: Tuesday, February 10, 2015 8:49 AM > To: Franklin Co. ; Jefferson Co. Il. > Subject: [ILFRANKL] KIRKPATRICK, RObert J. (OBIT) > > Robert J. Kirkpatrick passed away February 7 due to heart complications at > Barnes Hospital with his family at his side. He was born January 15, 1927 in > Sesser, IL where he attended schools. He was the son of William Virgil > Kirkpatrick and Freda Atchison, and was raised by his grandparents, Harve > and Maggie Atchison. Bob married Lucille Underwood on July 27, 1950 and they > have celebrated 64 years of marriage. Bob served as an Army Staff Sargent at > end of WWII assigned to General MacArthur’s Headquarters in Manila and > Japan. His 10 year career as a Railway Postal Clerk ended after a railcar > accident. He enrolled in college and completed his BS in Accounting and > Business from Southern Illinois University in three years. Bob became a > Senior Bank Examiner with the FDIC, and eventually became President and > Chairman of the Board, Bank of Sesser. In the mid-60s he survived a near > fatal car accident which did not slow down his service to the community. Bob > completed 30 years on school boards including Rend Lake College. He and > Lucille were dedicated members of Sesser United Methodist Church. Bob served > as Lay Leader and Finance Chair as well as Chair of Conference Finance & > Administration. Having moved to Mt. Vernon, they became members of the First > United Methodist Church there. Recognized for his continuous contributions, > Robert received the Liberty Bell Award, Outstanding Chamber Member, and 2007 > Distinguished Alumni Award for Sesser-Valier Schools. Wearing many hats, he > was Sesser Masonic Lodge Secretary for 35 years, honored as a 33rd degree > Mason, and had active leadership roles over 50 years in the Ainad Shrine and > Illinois Scottish Rite. Bob was a lifetime member of the VFW and American > Legion. Bob and Lucille loved to travel, visiting the vast majority of the > U.S. and many parts of the world. In past years Bob spent time with WWII > veterans and participated in an Honor Flight to DC. He is survived by sons > and wives Keith and Becky Kirkpatrick of Valparaiso, IN; and Rick > Kirkpatrick & Jayne Sanders of Denver, CO; and daughter and husband, Kathy > and Al Johnston of Galva, IL. There are six grandchildren (with spouses): > Colin Kirkpatrick & Logan Wince, Burbank, CA; Jamie & Angela Kirkpatrick, > Mackinaw, IL; Meghan Kirkpatrick, Chicago; Tyler & Beth Johnston, Galva, IL; > Karly Johnston, Kewanee, IL; Troy Kirkpatrick, Carbondale, IL; > great-grandchildren under two: Camden Johnston and Finch Kirkpatrick. He is > survived by sisters Phyllis Corona, Helen Galloway, Virginia Brachear; and > large numbers of close relatives including Wilbur & Winnie Van Horn and > Aunt, Sadie Lewis. He is preceded in death by siblings Michael O’Sullivan, > Terry O’Sullivan, and Susan Callihan. Robert Kirkpatrick loved and was > deeply dedicated to God, his family, his community, and his country. > Visitation will be on Friday, Feb. 13 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. at Brayfield > Gilbert Funeral Home in Sesser and on Saturday, Feb. 14, 10:00-1:00 p.m. at > Mt. Vernon First United Methodist Church. Funeral services will be at 1:00 > with burial to follow at Maple Hill Cemetery in Sesser. Memorial gifts may > be made to Shriners Hospital St. Louis, Sesser United Methodist Church, or > Mt. Vernon First United Methodist Church. > > > ------------------------------- > To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to > ILFRANKL-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes > in the subject and the body of the message > > > ------------------------------- > To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to > ILFRANKL-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes > in the subject and the body of the message

This obit is for my beloved brother, Bob. He is the third (3rd.) of my siblings to pass away in the preceding eight (8) months. My sister, Susan, passed away last June, my brother, Terry, less than three (3) months ago in Nov. & now Bob. I am the last surviving sibling of five (5). Pat Corona -----Original Message----- From: elvis500@frontier.com via Sent: Tuesday, February 10, 2015 8:49 AM To: Franklin Co. ; Jefferson Co. Il. Subject: [ILFRANKL] KIRKPATRICK, RObert J. (OBIT) Robert J. Kirkpatrick passed away February 7 due to heart complications at Barnes Hospital with his family at his side. He was born January 15, 1927 in Sesser, IL where he attended schools. He was the son of William Virgil Kirkpatrick and Freda Atchison, and was raised by his grandparents, Harve and Maggie Atchison. Bob married Lucille Underwood on July 27, 1950 and they have celebrated 64 years of marriage. Bob served as an Army Staff Sargent at end of WWII assigned to General MacArthur’s Headquarters in Manila and Japan. His 10 year career as a Railway Postal Clerk ended after a railcar accident. He enrolled in college and completed his BS in Accounting and Business from Southern Illinois University in three years. Bob became a Senior Bank Examiner with the FDIC, and eventually became President and Chairman of the Board, Bank of Sesser. In the mid-60s he survived a near fatal car accident which did not slow down his service to the community. Bob completed 30 years on school boards including Rend Lake College. He and Lucille were dedicated members of Sesser United Methodist Church. Bob served as Lay Leader and Finance Chair as well as Chair of Conference Finance & Administration. Having moved to Mt. Vernon, they became members of the First United Methodist Church there. Recognized for his continuous contributions, Robert received the Liberty Bell Award, Outstanding Chamber Member, and 2007 Distinguished Alumni Award for Sesser-Valier Schools. Wearing many hats, he was Sesser Masonic Lodge Secretary for 35 years, honored as a 33rd degree Mason, and had active leadership roles over 50 years in the Ainad Shrine and Illinois Scottish Rite. Bob was a lifetime member of the VFW and American Legion. Bob and Lucille loved to travel, visiting the vast majority of the U.S. and many parts of the world. In past years Bob spent time with WWII veterans and participated in an Honor Flight to DC. He is survived by sons and wives Keith and Becky Kirkpatrick of Valparaiso, IN; and Rick Kirkpatrick & Jayne Sanders of Denver, CO; and daughter and husband, Kathy and Al Johnston of Galva, IL. There are six grandchildren (with spouses): Colin Kirkpatrick & Logan Wince, Burbank, CA; Jamie & Angela Kirkpatrick, Mackinaw, IL; Meghan Kirkpatrick, Chicago; Tyler & Beth Johnston, Galva, IL; Karly Johnston, Kewanee, IL; Troy Kirkpatrick, Carbondale, IL; great-grandchildren under two: Camden Johnston and Finch Kirkpatrick. He is survived by sisters Phyllis Corona, Helen Galloway, Virginia Brachear; and large numbers of close relatives including Wilbur & Winnie Van Horn and Aunt, Sadie Lewis. He is preceded in death by siblings Michael O’Sullivan, Terry O’Sullivan, and Susan Callihan. Robert Kirkpatrick loved and was deeply dedicated to God, his family, his community, and his country. Visitation will be on Friday, Feb. 13 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. at Brayfield Gilbert Funeral Home in Sesser and on Saturday, Feb. 14, 10:00-1:00 p.m. at Mt. Vernon First United Methodist Church. Funeral services will be at 1:00 with burial to follow at Maple Hill Cemetery in Sesser. Memorial gifts may be made to Shriners Hospital St. Louis, Sesser United Methodist Church, or Mt. Vernon First United Methodist Church. ------------------------------- To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to ILFRANKL-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message

Yes he is their son, b. Nov 9,1926, Sesser, FCI; d. July 27, 2013, Marion, Grant Co. IN. I believe his obit. is in the rootsweb FCI archives. -----Original Message----- From: Sandy Bauer via <ilfrankl@rootsweb.com> To: ilfrankl <ilfrankl@rootsweb.com>; elvis500 <elvis500@frontier.com> Sent: Tue, Feb 10, 2015 9:32 am Subject: Re: [ILFRANKL] LEWIS, Kathryn Ada (OBIT) Does anyone know if her husband Leslie L. Lewis was son of Thurman Coil Lewis and Verna Ethel Graham? I have Leslie born about Dec 1926. > On February 9, 2015 at 9:52 AM "elvis500@frontier.com via" > <ilfrankl@rootsweb.com> wrote: > > > Kathryn Ada Lewis, 87, of Marion, IN formerly of Sesser, IL was a true >believer in the Lord Jesus Christ. She faithfully served her family as a wife, >loving mother, grandmother and sister. Kathryn graduated from Sesser High >School where she met her husband Leslie. L. Lewis who she followed in passing. >She was also proceeded in death by her daughter, Sheryl Ann. She will be sadly >missed by her loved ones : Dennis Lewis ,Son, June (Robert) Everling, Daughter, >Leslie Kay Lewis ,Granddaughter, Katie Everling ,Granddaughter, Cody Everling >,Grandson, Alexis Antrim ,Great Granddaughter. > > Kathryn was an accomplished seamstress, compassionate pianist, and charter > member of Sunnycrest Baptist church. Kathryn and her husband were local > business owners for over 30 years in Marion (Marion Plywood and D&L Health > Foods). She gave back to her community by helping with the Marion Easter > pageant for many years. She enjoyed rummaging, playing cards, crafts, cooking > and traveling. Kathryn cherished her family and the time spent with each of > one of them. > > In Honor of her life, the family will be hosting a “Home Going Celebration” on > February 11th at Horse Prairie Church in Sesser, IL. Visitation starting at > 12:00PM and service at 1:00PM. > > Arrangements have been entrusted to Brayfield-Gilbert Funeral Home of Sesser, > IL. > > > ------------------------------- > To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to > ILFRANKL-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes > in the subject and the body of the message ------------------------------- To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to ILFRANKL-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message

Mt Vernon Register News Posted: Tuesday, February 10, 2015 6:00 am James B. Kelley, 94 years and five months, of Mt. Vernon, died 6 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 8, 2015, at Mt. Vernon Countryside Manor in Mt. Vernon. He was born Wednesday, Sept. 8, 1920, in Sesser, the son of Orlie and Daisy (Bean) Kelley. He married Norma Lee Dykes on June 6, 1947, at Central Christian Church in Mt. Vernon and she preceded him in death on April 19, 2011. James was a U.S. Army Air Force veteran of World War II and through his actions and injuries sustained in the line of duty earned the distinction of being a Purple Heart Awardee, but due to his nature and dedication to God and country, he would not accept the medal. Following the war, he was a bookkeeping manager for Texaco Oil Company and was a longtime member of Central Christian Church. James loved to fish and going for coffee at McDonalds. He is survived by two grandchildren, Braden Kelley and Brianna Kelley of Mt. Vernon; daughter-in-law, Karen Kelley of Mt. Vernon; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Jane and Andy Hutchens of Ina; sister-in-law, Phyllis Dykes of Mt. Vernon; special friends, Esther and Dennis Schulz of Ashley; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; their son, James B. “Tab” Kelley; two brothers, Kenneth and Dwight Kelley; and granddaughter, Jessica Kelley. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the chapel at Mt. Vernon Memorial Gardens in Woodlawn with Mr. Randy Sells and Mr. J. Howard Kraps officiating. The Chaplain of Mt. Vernon American Legion Post 141 will conduct a flag presentation service following the funeral. Interment will be at Mt. Vernon Memorial Gardens in Woodlawn. Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. until the time of service Friday in the chapel at Mt. Vernon Memorial Gardens in Woodlawn. For those who wish, memorials may be given to the Central Christian Church or to donor’s choice and will be accepted at the funeral home or mailed to Hughey Funeral Home, P.O. Box 721, Mt. Vernon, IL 62864. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Hughey Funeral Home where you may call 242-3348 or visit www.hugheyfh.com for further information and to send condolences. -----Original Message----- From: iljeffer-bounces@rootsweb.com [mailto:iljeffer-bounces@rootsweb.com] On Behalf Of elvis500@frontier.com via Sent: Monday, February 09, 2015 9:22 PM To: Jefferson Co. Il.; Franklin Co. Subject: [ILJEFFER] KELLEY, James B. (OBIT) James B. Kelley, age 94, of Mount Vernon, Illinois passed away Sunday, February 8 at Mount Vernon Countryside Manor in Mount Vernon. James was a U.S. Army Air Force Veteran of World War II and, through his actions and injuries sustained in the line of duty, earned the distinction of being a Purple Heart Awardee, but due to his nature and dedication to God and Country, he would not accept the medal. Following the war he was a bookkeeping manager for Texaco Oil Company and was a longtime member of Central Christian Church. James loved to fish and going for coffee at McDonalds.Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 A.M. Friday, February 13, 2015 at the Chapel at Mount Vernon Memorial Gardens in Woodlawn, Illinois with Mr. Randy Sells and Mr J Howard Kraps presiding. The Chaplain of Mount Vernon American Legion Post #141 will conduct a Flag Presentation Service following the funeral. Visitation will be from 10:00 A.M. until Service Time 11:00 A.M. Friday, February 13, 2015 ! in the Chapel at Mount Vernon Memorial Gardens in Woodlawn, Illinois. Interment at Mount Vernon Memorial Gardens in Woodlawn, Illinois. For those who wish, memorials may be given to the Central Christian Church or to Donor's Choice and will be accepted at the funeral home or mailed to Hughey Funeral Home, P.O. Box 721, Mount Vernon, Illinois 62864. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Hughey Funeral Home where you may call (618) 242-3348 or visit www.hugheyfh.com for further information and to send condolences.James Kelly is survived by 2 grandchildren - Braden Kelley and Brianna Kelley of Mount Vernon, Illinois; daughter-in-law - Karen Kelley of Mount Vernon, Illinois; sister-in-law & brother-in-law - Jane & Andy Hutchens of Ina, Illinois; sister-in-law - Phyllis Dykes of Mount Vernon, Illinois; special friends - Esther and Dennis Schulz of Ashley, Illinois; several nieces and nephews also survive. James B Kelly was born Wednesday, September 8, 1920 in Sesser! , Illinois daughter of Esther and Dennis Schulz of Ashley, Ill! inois. He married Norma Lee Dykes on June 6, 1947 at Central Christian Church in Mount Vernon, Illinois and she preceded him in death on April 19, 2011. His parents, his wife: their son: James B. “Tab” Kelley, James’ two brothers: Kenneth and Dwight Kelley and a granddaughter: Jessica Kelley preceded him in death. Visit the Jefferson County web site at: www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~iljeffer/ ------------------------------- To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to ILJEFFER-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message

Found his obit on FAG and he is the same person I guessed he was:   Leslie L. Lewis, 86, Marion, went to meet the Lord with his loved ones around him at 1:58 a.m., Saturday, July 27, 2013 in his home. Les was born November 9, 1926 in Sesser, Ill. to Thurman and Verna (Graham) Lewis. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Kathryn A. Lewis, Marion; one son, Dennis Lewis, Marion; one daughter, June (Bob) Everling, Jr., Upland; 3 grandchildren, Leslie Kay Lewis, Marion, Katie Ann Everling, Upland, Cody Everling, Upland; and one great-grandchild, Alexis Antrim, Marion. He was preceded in death by his first daughter, Sheryl Ann; his mother; father; one sister; and three brothers. Les served in the Merchant Marines in WW2 and was a charter member of Sunnycrest Baptist Church and a lifetime member of the Masons. Les retired from General Motors after 35 years. He is also the former owner of Marion Plywood and A-Z Enterprise. Les remained a local businessman for the last 25 years by operating Wholistic Healthcare/ D & L Health Foods, earning the name "Herb Man". Les enjoyed airplanes, traveling and fishing but, most of all, he enjoyed helping others be the healthiest they could be. In honor of Les, a "Celebration of Life" service will be held in the "Garden House" in Matter Park, Marion on Friday August 16, 2013. Visitation will be from 3 to 5 p.m. The service will be at 5 p.m with a Gospel concert featuring "Lewis McCord and the King's Four", food and fellowship. The family would like to say thank you to Family Life Care and special thanks to "Maria." Also, the family would like to thank Les's friends and patrons of D&L for all their support. Arrangements were handled by Needham-Storey-Wampner Funeral Service, North Chapel, 1341 N. Baldwin Ave., Marion, IN 46952. > On February 10, 2015 at 8:32 AM Sandy Bauer via <ilfrankl@rootsweb.com> wrote: > > > Does anyone know if her husband Leslie L. Lewis was son of Thurman Coil Lewis > and Verna Ethel Graham?  I have Leslie born about Dec 1926. >  > > > On February 9, 2015 at 9:52 AM "elvis500@frontier.com via" > > <ilfrankl@rootsweb.com> wrote: > > > > > >   Kathryn Ada Lewis, 87, of Marion, IN formerly of Sesser, IL was a true > >believer in the Lord Jesus Christ. She faithfully served her family as a > >wife, > >loving mother, grandmother and sister. Kathryn graduated from Sesser High > >School where she met her husband Leslie. L. Lewis who she followed in > >passing. > >She was also proceeded in death by her daughter, Sheryl Ann. She will be > >sadly > >missed by her loved ones : Dennis Lewis ,Son, June (Robert) Everling, > >Daughter, > >Leslie Kay Lewis ,Granddaughter, Katie Everling ,Granddaughter, Cody Everling > >,Grandson, Alexis Antrim ,Great Granddaughter. > > > > Kathryn was an accomplished seamstress, compassionate pianist, and charter > > member of Sunnycrest Baptist church. Kathryn and her husband were local > > business owners for over 30 years in Marion (Marion Plywood and D&L Health > > Foods). She gave back to her community by helping with the Marion Easter > > pageant for many years. She enjoyed rummaging, playing cards, crafts, > > cooking > > and traveling. Kathryn cherished her family and the time spent with each of > > one of them. > > > > In Honor of her life, the family will be hosting a “Home Going Celebration” > > on > > February 11th at Horse Prairie Church in Sesser, IL. Visitation starting at > > 12:00PM and service at 1:00PM. > > > > Arrangements have been entrusted to Brayfield-Gilbert Funeral Home of > > Sesser, > > IL. > > > > > > ------------------------------- > > To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to > > ILFRANKL-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes > > in the subject and the body of the message > > > ------------------------------- > To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to > ILFRANKL-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes > in the subject and the body of the message

Does anyone know if her husband Leslie L. Lewis was son of Thurman Coil Lewis and Verna Ethel Graham?  I have Leslie born about Dec 1926.   > On February 9, 2015 at 9:52 AM "elvis500@frontier.com via" > <ilfrankl@rootsweb.com> wrote: > > >   Kathryn Ada Lewis, 87, of Marion, IN formerly of Sesser, IL was a true >believer in the Lord Jesus Christ. She faithfully served her family as a wife, >loving mother, grandmother and sister. Kathryn graduated from Sesser High >School where she met her husband Leslie. L. Lewis who she followed in passing. >She was also proceeded in death by her daughter, Sheryl Ann. She will be sadly >missed by her loved ones : Dennis Lewis ,Son, June (Robert) Everling, Daughter, >Leslie Kay Lewis ,Granddaughter, Katie Everling ,Granddaughter, Cody Everling >,Grandson, Alexis Antrim ,Great Granddaughter. > > Kathryn was an accomplished seamstress, compassionate pianist, and charter > member of Sunnycrest Baptist church. Kathryn and her husband were local > business owners for over 30 years in Marion (Marion Plywood and D&L Health > Foods). She gave back to her community by helping with the Marion Easter > pageant for many years. She enjoyed rummaging, playing cards, crafts, cooking > and traveling. Kathryn cherished her family and the time spent with each of > one of them. > > In Honor of her life, the family will be hosting a “Home Going Celebration” on > February 11th at Horse Prairie Church in Sesser, IL. Visitation starting at > 12:00PM and service at 1:00PM. > > Arrangements have been entrusted to Brayfield-Gilbert Funeral Home of Sesser, > IL. > > > ------------------------------- > To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to > ILFRANKL-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes > in the subject and the body of the message

  James B. Kelley, age 94, of Mount Vernon, Illinois passed away Sunday, February 8 at Mount Vernon Countryside Manor in Mount Vernon. James was a U.S. Army Air Force Veteran of World War II and, through his actions and injuries sustained in the line of duty, earned the distinction of being a Purple Heart Awardee, but due to his nature and dedication to God and Country, he would not accept the medal.  Following the war he was a bookkeeping manager for Texaco Oil Company and was a longtime member of Central Christian Church.  James loved to fish and going for coffee at McDonalds.Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 A.M. Friday, February 13, 2015 at the Chapel at Mount Vernon Memorial Gardens in Woodlawn, Illinois with Mr. Randy Sells and Mr J Howard Kraps presiding.  The Chaplain of Mount Vernon American Legion Post #141 will conduct a Flag Presentation Service following the funeral.  Visitation will be from 10:00 A.M. until Service Time 11:00 A.M. Friday, February 13, 2015 in the Chapel at Mount Vernon Memorial Gardens in Woodlawn, Illinois.  Interment at Mount Vernon Memorial Gardens in Woodlawn, Illinois.  For those who wish, memorials may be given to the Central Christian Church or to Donor's Choice and will be accepted at the funeral home or mailed to Hughey Funeral Home, P.O. Box 721, Mount Vernon, Illinois 62864.  Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Hughey Funeral Home where you may call (618) 242-3348 or visit www.hugheyfh.com for further information and to send condolences.James Kelly is survived by 2 grandchildren - Braden Kelley and Brianna Kelley of Mount Vernon, Illinois; daughter-in-law - Karen Kelley of Mount Vernon, Illinois; sister-in-law & brother-in-law - Jane & Andy Hutchens of Ina, Illinois; sister-in-law - Phyllis Dykes of Mount Vernon, Illinois; special friends - Esther and Dennis Schulz of Ashley, Illinois; several nieces and nephews also survive. James B Kelly was born Wednesday, September 8, 1920 in Sesser, Illinois daughter of Esther and Dennis Schulz of Ashley, Illinois.  He married Norma Lee Dykes on June 6, 1947 at Central Christian Church in Mount Vernon, Illinois and she preceded him in death on April 19, 2011.  His parents, his wife: their son: James B. “Tab” Kelley, James’ two brothers: Kenneth and Dwight Kelley and a granddaughter: Jessica Kelley preceded him in death.

  Ruth Jent, 94, passed away on Sunday, February 8, 2015 at the Saline Care Center.Ruth was born on June 10, 1920 in Johnston City to Henry and Katherine (Biehl) Daub. She married Harry Jent and he preceded her in death.Ruth was a homemaker and formerly worked at Smoler’s in Herrin.  She attended Williams Prairie Baptist Church.  Her hobbies included reading, playing the piano and working crossword puzzles.  Ruth enjoyed living on the family farm and loved to work in her garden and can vegetables, she was an excellent cook.  Survivors include:Daughter-Kathy Crane of MarionGrandson-Steven Crane and fiancé Rachel Oleinick of ChicagoGranddaughter-Katie Reed and husband Christopher of MarionShe was preceded in death by her parents; husband; twin daughters, Jean and Jane; twin sons, Ronald and Donald; brother, Robert Daub and sisters, Eva Smith and Evelyn WalterFuneral services will be held on Wednesday, February 11, 2015 at 2pm at Blue Funeral Home in Marion with Rev. Bob McKnight officiating.  Burial will follow at Lakeview Cemetery in Johnston City.  Visitation will also be on Wednesday from 12pm until the time of service at the funeral home.Memorial donations are suggested to Hospice of Southern Illinois, Carmi Children’s Home or the Johnston City public library and will be accepted at Blue Funeral Home/ 1704 N. Court St/ Marion, IL  62959. 

  TRACIE DAWN (BROWN) HARLIN Southern Illinois-Tracie Dawn (Brown) Harlin 41, passed away at 12:52 P.M. on Tuesday February 3, 2015 at Herrin Hospital. Tracie was born on March 10, 1973 in Oklahoma City, OK, the daughter of Gerald W. Brown of Cape Coral, FL and the late Mary E. (Singleton) Brown. Tracie was a school bus driver for Lee County School Board in Cape Coral, FL. She dedicated her life to love of children where she served as a troop leader for the Girl Scouts of America. She is survived by her companion, Maurice “Eddie” Woodring of Thompsonville; two brothers, Gerald Brown Jr. and wife Nancy of Ft. Meyers, FL., Joseph A. Brown and companion Karen Gandy of Cape Coral, FL; one sister, Kendra Gilbert of Indiana; her fur babies, Ollie, Oscar, and Sammy; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was preceded in death by her maternal and paternal grandparents; one nephew; and her beloved dog, “Lady”. Celebration of Life will be held February 5, 2015 at Washington Ave. Baptist Church in Johnston City at 5:00 P.M. Memorial donations will be accepted at the church or by donating to her fund www.gofundme.com/lhtf14. Murman & Wilson Funeral Home in Johnston City is in charge of local arrangements.

  Tim McCollum,76, of Chandler, Arizona passed away Friday, February 6, 2015 in the Lund Family Hospice Home in Gilbert, Arizona following an extended illness.   Tim was born March 11, 1938 in West Frankfort, Illinois, the son of Arthur Noble and Helen (Mumbower) McCollum. He grew up and attended school in Benton, Illinois and graduated Benton High School in 1956. Tim was employed in retail, and retired from Scotty’s Home Center. Surviving are his wife, Donna (Westray) McCollum to whom he had been married fifty –seven years of Chandler Arizona; three children, Kim Dowling (husband Ralph) of Muncie, Indiana; Mike McCollum (fiance Toni Peconi ) of Castle Pines, Colorado; and Michelle McCollum (partner Debbie Hodson) of Parker, Colorado; and four grandchildren, Carrie Dowling of Chicago, Illinois; Sean Dowling (wife Erica) of Indianapolis, Indiana; Garrett McCollum of Denver, Colorado; and Preston McCollum of Denver, Colorado. He was preceded in death by his parents. Graveside services will be at 2:00 p.m. Friday, February 13, 2015 in Tower Heights Cemetery in West Frankfort, Illinois with Jason Ishmael officiating.  There will be no visitation friends are asked to meet at the cemetery. Parker - Reedy Funeral Home in West Frankfort is in charge of arrangements. To sign the guest register visit Parker-Reedy Funeral Home |   | |   | |   |   |   |   |   | | Parker-Reedy Funeral Home  Welcome to the Parker-Reedy Funeral Home website. From our family to yours we proudly welcome you to our newly designed website, created especially with you i... | | | | View on www.parkerreedyfune... | Preview by Yahoo | | | |   |  

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  Kathryn Ada Lewis, 87, of Marion, IN formerly of Sesser, IL was a true believer in the Lord Jesus Christ. She faithfully served her family as a wife, loving mother, grandmother and sister. Kathryn graduated from Sesser High School where she met her husband Leslie. L. Lewis who she followed in passing. She was also proceeded in death by her daughter, Sheryl Ann. She will be sadly missed by her loved ones : Dennis Lewis ,Son, June (Robert) Everling, Daughter, Leslie Kay Lewis ,Granddaughter, Katie Everling ,Granddaughter, Cody Everling ,Grandson, Alexis Antrim ,Great Granddaughter. Kathryn was an accomplished seamstress, compassionate pianist, and charter member of Sunnycrest Baptist church. Kathryn and her husband were local business owners for over 30 years in Marion (Marion Plywood and D&L Health Foods). She gave back to her community by helping with the Marion Easter pageant for many years. She enjoyed rummaging, playing cards, crafts, cooking and traveling. Kathryn cherished her family and the time spent with each of one of them. In Honor of her life, the family will be hosting a “Home Going Celebration” on February 11th at Horse Prairie Church in Sesser, IL. Visitation starting at 12:00PM and service at 1:00PM. Arrangements have been entrusted to Brayfield-Gilbert Funeral Home of Sesser, IL.

  Elizabeth “Betty” Dees, 79, died Saturday, Feb. 7, 2015, in Herrin Hospital. Shw was a secretary at Christopher High School. Betty was a member of Coello Baptist Church. She was born Jan. 9, 1936, in Dowell, to Dorris and Helen (Probst) Hickman. Betty married Donald Dees and he survives of Coello. Survivors include children, John and Kimmy Dees of Coello, and Bryan Dees of Coello; grandchildren, Daniel Dees and Derek Dees and stepgranddaughter, Michele Dees; and brother, James Hickman of Alabama. She was preceded in death by her parents. Betty’s wishes were to be cremated with no services.