Posted on: Hancock Co. Il Obituaries Forum Board URL: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Il/HancockObits?read=187 Surname: Cravens ------------------------- The Carthage Republican Carthage, Illinois Wednesday May 31, 1882 Page 3 Column 5 Died at his residence in St. Marys township, 23 inst., 4 o'clock p.m., Mr. George W. Cravens, in the 49th year of his age of Bright's disease. Mr. Cravens had resided where he died since 1841, coming to this state with his parents at that date. He was the second son of the late Joseph Cravens, of Carthage township, who died in 1871. Has been for many years a prominent farmer and stock dealer, well and favorably known for strict integrity and square dealing. His funeral was largely attended at the brick church, in Carthage township, on the 25th inst. The funeral was preached by his old school mate and life-long friend, Dr. Booz, of this township. He leaves a widow and three children. The cheerful face of our dead friend will be seen no more; his faults lie buried; his many kindly acts will live forever. Few men indeed were so willing and ready to respond to the cry of distress. His aged mother, nearing 90 years, still resides upon the old homestead in Carthage township. The Lord sustain the sorrowing friends! COUNTRY JAKE. - ---------------------------------------------------- wife: Harriet children: Mary, Francina, and George. Link: Bryant Genealogy URL: <http://worldconnect.genealogy.rootsweb.com/cgi-bin/igm.cgi?db=bryant>

Posted on: Hancock Co. Il Obituaries Forum Board URL: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Il/HancockObits?read=186 Surname: Cravens ------------------------- The Carthage Republican Carthage, Illinois Wednesday September 29, 1875 Page 3 Column 4 Fatal Accident to a Boy. A terrible and fatal accident occurred to a son of Mr. Joseph Cravens, residing about five miles east of this city, on Monday morning last. The lad's name is Charles; his age about ten or twelve years. The hour was quite early, and the lad was still in bed when one of his brothers entered the room to awaken him. He partially raised up in bed, when the brother going out, his foot accidentally struck a loaded rifle standing in a corner near the door, causing it to fall with the muzzle across the bed-rail, and striking the lock against the floor discharging the rifle. The ball entered Charles' body at the back, near the spine, coming out near the naval, and of course penetrating through several folds of the bowel. Surgical aid was summoned at once, but was of no avail beyond mitigating the poor boy's sufferings. He died the same evening. - -------------------------------------------------- Note: Charles was buried in the Old Brick Church Cemetery. Link: Bryant Genealogy URL: <http://worldconnect.genealogy.rootsweb.com/cgi-bin/igm.cgi?db=bryant>

Posted on: Hancock Co. Il Obituaries Forum Board URL: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Il/HancockObits?read=185 Surname: Boston, Cannon, Thackston ------------------------- The Carthage Republican Carthage, Illinois Wednesday January 24, 1917 Page 1 Column 1 Mrs. A. P. Cannon. Passed away at her home, No. 214 North Scofield St., Jan. 19, 1917. Mrs. Amerial Elizabeth Cannon, aged 86 years, 10 months and 1 day. Amerial E. Boston, the daughter of George and Mahala Boston, was born in Kentucky, March 18, 1830, and at the age of six years came to this county with her parents, where she lived the remainder of her life, except two years spent in California. On Oct. 24, 1849, she was married to Alburn Perry Cannon, who died Jan. 28, 1905. To this union were born four children, Dr. Willis Cannon now of San Diego, Calif.; Granvel Cannon of this city; Mrs. Marrila Thackston, who has been the mother's devoted companion and nurse, and Jenny, the beloved daughter whose death so desolated the home, May 24, 1888. She is also survived by a sister, Miss Nancy Boston of this city. In 1851, Mr. and Mrs. Cannon spent two years in California, where Granvel was born, but returned to this county to continue their residence here to the end of their days. Mrs. Cannon was a member of the Primitive Baptist church when she lived in the country, but did not affiliate with any church in Carthage. She was a quiet home body, devoted to her family, and little given to going about. But in her quiet, unobtrusive way, she was after all the dominant figure in the home which has so long been blessed by her presence and which now will pass through marked change by her death. The funeral was held at the residence Sunday afternoon, Rev. J. M. Jones officiating. Interment in Moss Ridge. Link: Bryant Genealogy URL: <http://worldconnect.genealogy.rootsweb.com/cgi-bin/igm.cgi?db=bryant>

Posted on: Hancock Co. Il Obituaries Forum Board URL: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Il/HancockObits?read=184 Surname: Cannon, Grove ------------------------- The Carthage Republican Carthage, Illinois Thursday June 29, 1871 Page 3 Column 2 DEATH OF AN OLD CITIZEN. — Mr. Richard Cannon, one of the oldest citizens of this county, died at his residence in this city on Tuesday morning, 27th inst. about 5 o'clock. The deceased was born in South Carolina, not far from the North Carolina line in the year 1800. He became a resident of Morgan county, Ill., as early as 1822, removing to Hancock county ten years later, where he has since resided. In the early history of this county, Mr. Cannon was entrusted with numerous official positions from justice of the peace to county collector. He held the latter office two years with great acceptability. He was a justice of the peace for many years, and was considered a well-informed and impartial officer. In his private relatives, Mr. Cannon was always held in the highest esteem as a citizen and neighbor. His dealings were always conducted upon the strictest principles of fairness and honor. We believe this is the general verdict of public opinion concerning the deceased. Mr. Cannon leaves a large circle of relations, who are among our most respected citizens, to mourn his loss. The funeral took place on Wednesday — the corpse being deposited in the cemetery at the Baptist brick church, 5 miles east of this city. ------------------- wife: Mary Grove children: Robert, William, Cornelius, Elam, and Bolivar Link: Bryant Genealogy URL: <http://worldconnect.genealogy.rootsweb.com/cgi-bin/igm.cgi?db=bryant>

Posted on: Hancock County, Il Query Forum Board URL: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Il/Hancock?read=967 Surname: Stophlett ------------------------- Looking for info on ADAM STOPHLETT. He was given bounty land in Hancock Co. in 1818, for serving in the War of 1812. Thankx!

----- Original Message ----- From: Barbara Massey <bmassey@accessus.net> To: T Hodges <pcuser@terraworld.net> Sent: Thursday, May 11, 2000 3:53 AM Subject: Re: [ILHANCOC] Fw: Austin I'm looking for relatives of a Thomas Austin who married Nellie Glines, anyone have that connection? B. {Glines} Massey -----Original Message----- From: T Hodges <pcuser@terraworld.net> To: ILHANCOC-L@rootsweb.com <ILHANCOC-L@rootsweb.com> Date: Friday, May 12, 2000 8:03 AM Subject: [ILHANCOC] Fw: Austin > > >----- Original Message ----- >From: Dean Glenn <dglenn@ghgcorp.com> >To: <ILHANCOC-L-request@rootsweb.com> >Sent: Friday, May 12, 2000 7:54 AM >Subject: Austin > > >My great aunt Anna Mary Glenn Austin was married to William A. Austin in >Quincy on 8 Sept 1861. They moved to Sylvia, Kansas where they are buried. >They were both devout Methodists. Could they be related to Phoebe and John >Austin. William was born near Youngstown, Ohio and Anna in Shelbyville, >Indiana. >Dean Glenn >dglenn@ghgcorp.com >dglenn@ghgcorp.com > > >

Posted on: Hancock Co. Il Obituaries Forum Board URL: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Il/HancockObits?read=183 Surname: Bryant ------------------------- The Daily Gate City Keokuk, Iowa Monday January 9, 1984 Page 8 Column 7 Harold Bryant A funeral for Harold LeRoy "Monk" Bryant, 53, of Warsaw, Ill., who died at 9 p.m. Saturday Jan. 7 in Keokuk Area Hospital, is 1:30 p.m. Tuesday in DeJong Funeral Home with the Rev. Darryl Ridgely officiating. Burial will be in Oakland Cemetery at Keokuk. Visitation began at 2 p.m. today. He was born Aug. 9, 1935 in Keokuk, son of James and Mildred Ellis Bryant. He married Judy Williams June 17, 1969 at Quincy, Ill. Employed as a bricklayer until 1978, he lived in Hamilton for 15 years before moving to Warsaw 2œ years ago. Survivors include his wife Judy; sons Doug of Sand Springs, Okla., and Duane of the home; brothers James of Converse, La., Gaylord of Keokuk, Richard of Danville and Michael of La Harpe, Ill.; sister Mrs. Bonita Nourse of Colona, Ill.; and three grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents. - ---------------------------- Hancock County Journal - Pilot Carthage, Illinois Wednesday January 11, 1984 Page 15 Column 1 HAROLD BRYANT Harold LeRoy "Monk" Bryant, 53, Warsaw, died Saturday in Keokuk (Iowa) Area Hospital. He was born Aug. 9, 1935, in Keokuk, a son of James and Mildred Ellis Bryant. He married Judy Williams June 17, 1969 at Quincy. Employed as a bricklayer until 1978, he lived in Hamilton for 15 years before moving to Warsaw 2 1/2 years ago. Surviving with his wife are two sons, Doug, Sand Springs, Okla. and Duane, at home; four brothers James, Converse, La., Gaylord, Keokuk, Richard, Danville, Iowa and Michael, La Harpe; one sister, Bonita Nourse, Colona and three grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents. Services were held Tuesday, the Rev. Daryl Ridgely officiating. Burial was in Oakland Cemetery, Keokuk. Link: Bryant Genealogy URL: <http://worldconnect.genealogy.rootsweb.com/cgi-bin/igm.cgi?db=bryant>

Posted on: Hancock Co. Il Obituaries Forum Board URL: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Il/HancockObits?read=182 Surname: Boston, Bryant, Gnann, Merritt, Morris, Myers ------------------------- The Carthage Republican Carthage, Illinois March 10, 1920 Page 1 Column 5 MYERS - BOSTON Miss Viola Myers of Webster and Ray H. Boston were united in marriage Wednesday, Feb. 24, at Memphis, Mo., the pastor of the Christian church of that city officiating. The ceremony took place at the parsonage and was witnessed by Ray's brother and wife, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. T. Boston, who reside near that city. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Myers and is a most excellent young lady. The groom is the son of Mrs. Wm. Boston, of this city, and attends to the express for J. L. Paris Transfer Co., and is a worthy young man, industrious and honest. We extend congratulations and best wishes. - -------------------------- Hancock County Journal-Pilot Carthage, Illinois September 4, 1985 Wednesday Page 5 Column 4 RAY BOSTON Ray H. Boston, 94, Carthage, died Sunday afternoon in Memorial Hospital in Carthage. He was born Jan. 3, 1891, near Carthage, a son of William H. and Nancy E. Bryant Boston. He married Viola Myers Feb.25, 1920, in Memphis, Mo. He farmed in the Adrian and Powellton areas until his retirement in 1982, was a veteran of World War I and a member of Phillip Hartzell American Legion Post and the First United Methodist Church of Carthage. Surviving are four daughters, Mrs. Marvin (Bettie) Merritt of Carthage, Margie Boston of Rolla, Mo., Mrs. David (Shirley) Gnann of Nauvoo and Jean Morris of Winston-Salem, N.C.; two sons, Raymond of Carthage and Larry of Livermore, Calif.; 17 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by three brothers, six sisters and one great-grandchild. Services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday in Leathem Funeral Home in Carthage. Burial will be in Moss Ridge Cemetery. Friends may call until the hour of services. A memorial his been established for the Hancock County Nursing Home activities fund. Link: Bryant Genealogy URL: <http://worldconnect.genealogy.rootsweb.com/cgi-bin/igm.cgi?db=bryant>

Posted on: Hancock Co. Il Obituaries Forum Board URL: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Il/HancockObits?read=181 Surname: Boston, David, Dickinson, Dunsworth, Dye, Frazee, Hardesty, Kimbrough, Long, Shelor, White, Yetter ------------------------- The Carthage Republican Carthage, Illinois Wednesday January 7, 1942 Page 2 Column 1 LIFE LONG LOCAL WOMAN DIED ON NEW YEAR'S EYE Mrs. Charles W. Boston Succumbs After Long Illness Quietly and peacefully as she had lived, the spirit of Mrs. Chas. W. Boston took its flight to enter into Life Eternal with the Saviour whom she loved, and the dear ones who had gone on before. On the last day of the old year, Wednesday, December 31, 1941, as the sun was setting, she closed here eyes to open them in Paradise. Mary Rowena Yetter, daughter of William and Mary Long Yetter was born at the family home near Webster, Illinois, August 22, 1864. Her father was a soldier in the Civil War. She received her education in the rural school near her home. On June 26, 1884, she was married to Charles Walker Boston, a prosperous young farmer, and they went to housekeeping on the old Boston homestead five miles southeast of Carthage, where they spent the remainder of their lives. To this union seven children were born, Ava May, wife of Dave Kimbrough, passed away September 2, 1906. Charles Gaylord, Goldie, wife Olof Dickinson, Lula, wife of Don White and Ernest David all living near the old home and Fern, wife of Lester Frazee of Keokuk, Iowa. Myrna, the youngest child, passed away December 15, 1928. On August 22, 1934, Mr. and Mrs. Boston celebrated their Golden Wedding anniversary. This was a very happy occasion for a couple which had been very happy together for fifty years. On June 30, 1936, Mr. Boston passed away, and Mrs. Boston never recovered from her grief at this parting. The daughter Goldie, and family moved to the mothers home to care for her and have been her devoted companions. Besides her children and their families Mrs. Boston is survived by one sister, Kathryn, widow of Dan Dunsworth, and one brother, Eugene L. Yetter. A sister, Hortense, wife of Wm. Dye, and a sister, Susie, wife of Sylvester Boston, two brothers, William and David, preceded her in death; also an infant brother, Louis, and sister, Etta. Her parents entered the better world many years ago. The following grandchildren survive: Ruth Boston Hardesty of Chicago; Wayne Boston, of Carthage; Raymond White, of California; Leola White Shelor, of Plymouth; Glen Dickinson, in army service at Fort Monmouth, New Jersey; Robert Frazee, of Keokuk, Iowa; Marjorie Boston Dickinson, Norma and Geraldine Boston, Carthage. The great grandchildren are Jimmy David and Joyce Hardesty, Gary and Judith White, Wayne and Sharon Shelor, and Judith Marie Dickinson. For years Sunday school services were held at East Union schoolhouse, near the Boston home, and it was there that the family attended. Later during church service there, Mr. and Mrs. Boston were converted, and became members of the Carthage Baptist church, always living true to its teachings. Mrs. Boston was an unusual woman — a Christian woman in all that the word implies. Free from criticism of others, she lived her life in her own quiet, helpful way, an example to all about her. Little she realized what an influence her life had on so many people, her family, friends, and community. People felt that a visit with her brought out the best within them, and left a benediction upon their lives. Her home-life was ideal. Never a more devoted wife and mother. This affection was returned by all the children and the homecomings of them and their families were the mother's greatest joy. Mrs. Boston was a member of the Friday Country Club in her own community, and was always interested in everything for the betterment of the community. She was a faithful member of her church, a loyal friend, and is real neighbor. The following poem tells the story of her life: In Her Remembrance They say that she whom we have/ . loved is dead, But in our hearts she lives, and we, Who miss her kindly face and gentle/ . voice. May know her still in memory. The dearest spot on earth to her was/ . home; Her husband first, then children dear; Her household aids gave service will-/ . ingly And knew her word of praise sincere. Within her church she found a second/ . home, And in her one accustomed place Through long, long years she offered/ . up her prayers, With loved ones, on the throne of/ . grace. A woman of the type the psalmist/ . loved, Within her world she led the way With stateliness and gracious, gentle/ . pride. And when she spoke none said her/ . nay. And one who loved her knew her/ . kindly heart. That felt before 'twas told the need, With kindly pretense making it/ . appear Her pleasure in the loving deed. Then who shall say that she we loved/ . is dead? Link: Bryant Genealogy URL: <http://worldconnect.genealogy.rootsweb.com/cgi-bin/igm.cgi?db=bryant>

Posted on: Hancock Co. Il Obituaries Forum Board URL: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Il/HancockObits?read=177 Surname: Boston, Geoffrey ------------------------- Hancock County Journal-Pilot Carthage, Illinois Wednesday January 19, 1994 Page 4 Column 1 FREIDA BOSTON Feb. 3, 1916 — Jan. 10, 1994 Freida Boston, 77, of Bowen, died Monday, Jan. 10, in Grandview Manor at Camp Point. She was born Feb. 3, 1916, in rural Bowen, the daughter of Mele and Lucretia Geoffrey. She married John Howard Boston at Carthage, June 18, 1936. He survives. She is also survived by two nieces, Mrs. Jack (Bonnie) Smith of Rockford and Mrs. Dorothy Barnhill of Quincy. She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister. She was a member of the Christian Church at Bowen since 1951 and was a graduate of Augusta High School. She enjoyed embroidery and needlework. Funeral services were held Thursday in the LamPorte Funeral Home of Carthage with the Rev. Charles Coonce officiating. Burial was held in the Woodlawn Cemetery at Augusta. Memorials may be made to the charity of the donor's choice. HCJP 1-19-94 - -------------------------- Memphis Public Library Obits Memphis, Missouri BOWEN, Ill. -- Freida Boston, 77, of Bowen, died at 2:45 p.m. Monday (Jan. 10, 1994) in Grandview Manor Nursing Home in Camp Point. Born Feb. 3, 1916, near Bowen, Mrs. Boston was a daughter of Mele and Lucretia Geoffrey. She married John Howard Boston June 18, 1936, in Carthage. He survives. Mrs. Boston was a member of Bowen Christian Church and was a graduate of Augusta High School. Survivors include two nieces, Mrs. Jack (Bonnie) Smith of Rockford, and Dorothy Barnhill of Quincy. She was preceded in death by a sister. Services will be conducted at 2:30 p.m. Thursday in the Lamporte Funeral Home by the Rev. Charles Coonce. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery at Augusta. Visitation will be held after 1 p.m. Thursday. Memorials may be made to the charity of the donor's choice. Link: Bryant Genealogy URL: <http://worldconnect.genealogy.rootsweb.com/cgi-bin/igm.cgi?db=bryant>

Posted on: Hancock Co. Il Obituaries Forum Board URL: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Il/HancockObits?read=176 Surname: Austin, Boston, Dale, David, Dickinson, Frazee, Hardesty, Kimbrough, Lewis, McVay, Newberry, Shelor, White, Wright, Yetter ------------------------- The Carthage Republican Carthage, Illinois Wednesday July 1, 1936 Page 5 Column 2 DEATH OF CHARLES BOSTON Charles Boston passed away at his home southeast of this city Tuesday afternoon, June 30th. Funeral plans are not completed. ----------------------- The Carthage Republican Carthage, Illinois Wednesday July 8, 1936 Page 3 Column 1 PASSING CHAS.BOSTON, WELL KNOWN FARMER Last Rites Held HereThursday Afternoon Charles Walker Boston, son of Sarah (Dale) and Reuben J. Boston, was born at the family home southeast of Carthage, in the East Union community, January thirteen, 1862. He lived in this home his entire lifetime of seventy-four years, and on Tuesday, June thirty, he left it for his heavenly home. On June 26, 1884, Mr. Boston was united in marriage with Miss Rowena Yetter. After a happy wedded life of fifty-two years, the faithful, devoted wife is left to mourn the loss of a devoted husband. Mr. and Mrs. Boston were the parents of seven children: May, wife of Dave Kimbrough and Myrna preceded their father in death. Those surviving are Goldie, wife of Olaf Dickinson, Gay, Lula, wife of Don White, Ernest, all living near home, and Fern, wife of Lester Frazee of Keokuk, Iowa. The grandchildren are Raymond White, Mrs. Leola White Shelor, Mrs. Ruth Boston Hardesty, Wayne Boston, Glen Dickinson, Robert Frazee and Marjorie, Norma and Geraldine Boston. There is one great grandchild, Kenneth Wayne Shelor. Mr. Boston was very devoted to his family and they to him; he was a quiet, unassuming man, and happiest when at home with his family around him. He was a splendid provider. The Golden Wedding celebration, two years ago, planned by the children and their families, was a most happy gathering of family and friends. On last Friday Mr. and Mrs. Boston ate dinner with their daughter, Mrs. Olaf Dickinson and family in observance of their fifty-second anniversary. The parents of the departed were from Kentucky and are remembered as one of our best pioneer families. Besides the parents, the following brothers and sisters have passed away: Mrs. Jane Lewis, Mrs. Amanda Wright, Mrs. Mahala Austin and Louis, Richard, Sylvester, Henry and Wesley. Those living are Mrs. Clara Newberry of Citronelle, Alabama, Mrs. Lillie David of Selkirk, Kansas, and Mrs. Ella McVay of East Carthage. When a child Mr. Boston attended school and Sunday school at East Union and has always been interested in the welfare of his community. He was a member of Carthage Baptist church for more than fifty years; he has been true to its teachings, and liberal in its support; he was one of the most generous contributors to the building fund of the present church edifice. He was a successful business man, and honest in all his dealings. His recreation was music and he played several instruments. Loyal to church, to family, friends and neighbors, he will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Short services for relatives and close friends were held at the residence at 2 o'clock, Thursday afternoon preceding the funeral service at the Baptist church at 2:30, Rev. J. W. Crouch officiating at the funeral. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Cutler and Dorothy Frazee and Freeman Grove sang, "The Old Rugged Cross" and "In the Sweet Bye and Bye". Jessie Duffie played the accompaniments. Pall bearers were Charles Kimbrough, Frank Kimbrough, Rev. Morgan Webb, Harry Johnson, Cyrus Cutler and Ed Cutler. Link: Bryant Genealogy URL: <http://worldconnect.genealogy.rootsweb.com/cgi-bin/igm.cgi?db=bryant>

Posted on: Hancock Co. Il Obituaries Forum Board URL: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Il/HancockObits?read=175 Surname: Berry ------------------------- The Carthage Republican Carthage, Illinois Wednesday October 2, 1878 Page 3 Column 5 Oak Grove. / ....Died, at his residence in this township early Sunday morning last, of typhoid malarial fever, Mr. Wm. Berry, aged about 28 years. Mr. Berry was an industrious, quiet citizen, and highly respected by his friends and acquaintances.... Link: Bryant Genealogy URL: <http://worldconnect.genealogy.rootsweb.com/cgi-bin/igm.cgi?db=bryant>

Posted on: Hancock Co. Il Obituaries Forum Board URL: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Il/HancockObits?read=174 Surname: Atkins, Berry, Gamage, Smith, Villers ------------------------- The Carthage Republican Carthage, Illinois Wednesday April 29, 1931 Page 7 Column 1 DEATH OF JOHN C. BERRY. John C. Berry, son of Reece and Polly Atkins Berry, was born near Fountain Green, Ill., on Nov. 24, 1856, and passed away at his home in Carthage, Ill., April 21, 1931, at the age of 74 years, 5 months and 27 days after a brief illness of pneumonia. The days of his early childhood were spent in Hancock county, the family moving to Missouri when he was just a young man. In the year 1907 he returned to Illinois, where he has since made his home. His immediate family, consisting of parents, one brother, William Berry, and two sisters, Mrs. Kate Smith and Mrs. Edith Villers, preceded him in death many years ago, and he has made his home with friends and kinfolk for the last twenty years. He greatly appreciated all they did for him and was respected by all of them. Being raised by Christian parents in the Baptist faith, he was a firm believer in all that was right and just. Uncle John, as he was known to all his acquaintances, had many friends as his kindness to others was remarkable. In his private life and dealings with his fellowmen he was strictly honest, holding his word in the highest honor. Always trying to follow the golden rule, he was beautifully child-like in his honesty and sincerity, ever guided by the truth, "it is more blessed to give than to receive." Mrs. Frank Gamage, of Plymouth, is a niece of Mr. Berry. "He shall sleep, but not forever, In the lone and silent grave, Blessed be the Lord that taketh, Blessed be the Lord that gave." Funeral services were conducted from the Hearne funeral home April 23rd, at 2:00 p.m., by Elder Claud E. Webb, of Bentley. The body was laid in the old brick cemetery. Link: Bryant Genealogy URL: <http://worldconnect.genealogy.rootsweb.com/cgi-bin/igm.cgi?db=bryant>

----- Original Message ----- From: Dean Glenn <dglenn@ghgcorp.com> To: <ILHANCOC-L-request@rootsweb.com> Sent: Friday, May 12, 2000 7:54 AM Subject: Austin My great aunt Anna Mary Glenn Austin was married to William A. Austin in Quincy on 8 Sept 1861. They moved to Sylvia, Kansas where they are buried. They were both devout Methodists. Could they be related to Phoebe and John Austin. William was born near Youngstown, Ohio and Anna in Shelbyville, Indiana. Dean Glenn dglenn@ghgcorp.com dglenn@ghgcorp.com

Posted on: Hancock Co. Il Obituaries Forum Board URL: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Il/HancockObits?read=173 Surname: Austin, Garlow, Mapes ------------------------- The Carthage Republican Carthage, Illinois Wednesday September 14, 1910 Page 5 Column 5 Obituary. Passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Alice Garlow, in this city Thursday, September 8th, 1910, at 11:30 p.m., Mrs. Phoebe Orilla Austin, aged 85 years, 11 months and 9 days. The funeral was held from the residence Sunday, September 11, at 2:30 o'clock p.m. Burial in Moss Ridge, Rev. W. W. Denham officiated assisted by Rev. F. J. Young. Phoebe Mapes was born at Columbus, Ind., Sept. 29, 1824. There she grew to womanhood and was married to Francis S. Austin Feb. 13, 1844, and after some four years of residence in that community they moved to Hancock county, Illinois and resided in or near this city until the death of the husband, March 17, 1900. To this union were born nine children, five of whom survive and are present to honor the memory of a mother's love and devotion. In early life she gave her heart to Christ and united with the Methodist church and later on coming into closer contact with the Christian church, some eight years ago, she identified herself with the body, thus cherishing growing and constant faith until that faith was changed to sight. "Be thou faithful unto death and I will give thee the crown of life." Besides the five surviving children there are thirty-one grandchildren and sixteen great grandchildren who together with many distant relatives and many friends remain to sustain this loss. Link: Bryant Genealogy URL: <http://worldconnect.genealogy.rootsweb.com/cgi-bin/igm.cgi?db=bryant>

Posted on: Hancock Co. Il Obituaries Forum Board URL: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Il/HancockObits?read=172 Surname: Austin, Bachman, Dorothy, Habben, Jacobs, Jenkins, Mapes, Smith, Wear ------------------------- Hancock County Historical Society Carthage, Illinois Obit 1 Page 15 John Austin Funeral services for John Austin, 92, retired farmer of rural route 1 Carthage, will be held at 2 p.m. today in the Kilgore Memorial Home, the Rev. Leland R. Beck officiating. Burial will be in Moss Ridge cemetery. Mr. Austin died Tuesday, Aug. 12, in a hospital in Kankakee. He had been ill for about six years. ---------------------- Hancock County Journal Carthage, Illinois Thursday August 21, 1958 Page 4 Column 8 John T. Austin Funeral services for John T. Austin, 92, of Carthage were held Thursday, Aug. 14, at 2 p.m. in the Kilgore Memorial Home, the Rev. Leland R. Beck officiating. Mrs. Ralph Denison played the organ. Casket bearers were Alfred Wear, Chester Dorothy, Lewis Habben, Leo Austin, Raymond Bachman and Orval Jacobs. Burial was in Moss Ridge cemetery. Mr. Austin died Tuesday, Aug. 12, in a Kankakee hospital. He had been in ill health for several years and a patient in the hospital for three years. Born on a farm east of Carthage Dec. 4, 1865, he was a son of Francis S. and Phoebe Mapes Austin. He was married to Ellen Smith and they farmed on rural route 1 until Mrs. Austin's death Dec. 10, 1952. He was a member of the Modern Woodman of America lodge. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Ethel Bachman of Hazelton, Ia. and Mrs. Grace Jenkins of Harvey; nine grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren and 25 great-great-grandchildren. He was also preceded in death by a daughter, Pearl. Link: Bryant Genealogy URL: <http://worldconnect.genealogy.rootsweb.com/cgi-bin/igm.cgi?db=bryant>

Posted on: Hancock Co. Il Obituaries Forum Board URL: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Il/HancockObits?read=171 Surname: Austin, Booz, Mapes ------------------------- The Carthage Republican Carthage, Illinois Wednesday March 21, 1900 Page 5 Column 3 Obituary. AUSTIN. F. S. Austin, Sr., died at his home in this city Saturday, March 17, 1900, at 11 a.m., aged nearly 77 years. The funeral was held from the family residence Tuesday, March 20, at 2 p.m., Rev. G. C. Shaffer, officiating. Burial at Moss Ridge. ----------------------- The Carthage Republican Carthage, Illinois Wednesday March 28, 1900 Page 5 Column 5 Obituary. Francis Sumner Austin was born October 16, 1824, in Adison county, Vermont; died at his home in this city March 17, 1900 at 11: 30 a.m. When quite young his parents moved to Bartholomew county, Ind., where he was reared to manhood. About the year 1848 he married Phoebe Mapes; came to Hancock county in 1852, spent a short time in Ft. Green township, then bought a farm in East Carthage upon which he located. He first bought one quarter section, a few years later another quarter, making him a very fine farm of 320 acres which he improved; substantial fencing, fine house and barn, in fact, every convenience for successful gain and stock-raising. For many years Mr. Austin was the most extensive dealer in cattle and hogs in Eastern Hancock county. He was known everywhere as a fair, honest trader, always willing to pay the market value of anything offered him in his line. An indefatigable worker; mount his horse in blinding storms of winter, buy and gather in stock, plunge into snow drifts, wade the deep mud, brave any weather, to push forward his business. Cash down was his rule when buying; if otherwise, his word was as good as his note; no quibbling no whining, or complaining if things occasionally were against him. He was a firm and valued friend of the writer; his family physician for nearly forty years, uninterrupted; business transactions time and again, in stock and other matters; knew him long and well. His home was thrown open to his friends; social gatherings frequent; no man exceeded him in his efforts to render all such occasions enjoyable; old and young, high and low received a hearty welcome. A kind husband, devoted father, accommodating neighbor, good citizen, has ceased from labor; released from pain and sorrow, has fallen asleep. Beyond the dark river, sees the “shining shore,” the eternal city -- the home eternal of the redeemed of the Lord -- in it will dwell a countless host in spotless white, to praise forever God and the Lamb. Dear old, true and tried friend, farewell. WM. BOOZ, M. D. The funeral of Mr. Austin took place from the residence Tuesday, March 20, at 2 p.m., and was conducted by Dr. William Booz in accord with a wish expressed many years ago by deceased. Rev. G. C. Shaffer and Rev. F. L. Tower assisted. The body was placed in the vault at Moss Ridge cemetery. Link: Bryant Genealogy URL: <http://worldconnect.genealogy.rootsweb.com/cgi-bin/igm.cgi?db=bryant>

Posted on: Hancock Co. Il Obituaries Forum Board URL: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Il/HancockObits?read=170 Surname: Austin, Bachman, Jenkins, Mathewson, Van Dyke, Smith ------------------------- Hancock County Journal Carthage, Illinois Thursday December 18, 1952 Page 5 Column 6 Mrs. John Austin Dies Wednesday Mrs. John Austin, 85, died yesterday morning in her home east of Carthage. Surviving are her widower and three daughters, Mrs. Ethel Bachman of Hazelton, Iowa; Mrs. Grace Jenkins of Harvey and Mrs. Pearl Mathewson of Peoria. Funeral arrangements have not been completed. ---------------------- Hancock County Journal Carthage, Illinois Thursday December 25, 1952 Page 8 Column 1 Funeral for Mrs. John Austin, 85, Held Last Friday Funeral services for Mrs. John Austin, 85, of the Middle Creek vicinity were held Friday at 2 p.m., in The Elms funeral home. Rev. Franklin McGuire officiated and burial was in Moss Ridge cemetery. Music was in charge of Mrs. Vernen Webster and Mrs. Ray Osterhouse. The pallbearers were grandchildren of Mrs. Austin. Mrs. Austin died suddenly Dec. 17 in her home. Barthena Ellen Smith, one of eight children of William and Artemissa Van Dyke Smith, was born Aug. 25, 1867 in the Middle Creek vicinity, Jan. 20, 1886, she married John T. Austin in Carthage. To this union were born three daughters — Ethel, Grace and Pearl. At an early age she united with the Oak Grove Christian Church. Surviving are the widower, the daughters: Mrs. Ethel Bachman of Hazelton, Iowa, Mrs. Grace Jenkins of Harvey, and Mrs. Pearl Matthewson of Peoria; nine grandchildren, 28 great grandchildren and three great great grandchildren; one brother, Court Smith of Bentley and a number of nieces and nephews. Mr. and Mrs. Austin observed their 66th wedding anniversary last Jan. 20 in their home. No formal celebration was held but two of their daughters, Mrs. Mathewson and Mrs. Bachman, were with them for the day. Link: Bryant Genealogy URL: <http://worldconnect.genealogy.rootsweb.com/cgi-bin/igm.cgi?db=bryant>

Posted on: Hancock County, Il Query Forum Board URL: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Il/Hancock?read=966 Surname: DAVIS, JONES, NAYLOR, BOWLES ------------------------- Seeking information about the family of Kathryn "Katie" JONES DAVIS. (1872-1945) She was born in Coles County, IL, raised in Sangamon County and married Alva DAVIS on 6/6/1895 and remarried him in 9/1898. They resided in Hancock county for most of their marriage and were the parents of Harry P. DAVIS, Merlin C. DAVIS, and Pauline Davis BOWLES. I'm also seeking information about Kate's sister, Forrest Magnolia "Flossie" JONES. She married Samuel NAYLOR of Hancock County and resided there till her death in the 1950's. Would like to know if they had children.

Posted on: Hancock Co. Il Obituaries Forum Board URL: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Il/HancockObits?read=169 Surname: Stafford, Finton, Griffin, Grimmer, Kuyokut, Powers, Roth ------------------------- Obituaries taken from newpaper clippings for Mrs. Annie Griffin: MRS. ANNIE GRIFFIN DIES IN WARSAW ON THURSDAY Mrs. Annie Griffin died at her home in Warsaw last Thurday noon, December 6, 1945, at the age of 73 years and 25 days. She was born in Marcelline November 12, 1872, and was the daughter of Elisha and Mary Ann Stafford. She resided in Warsaw for the past 34 years. Her first marriage was a Norman Finton, in the vicinity of Tioga, in 1899. To this union were born two sons, Elisha E., who died in the service of his country in October, 1918, and Archie Finton of Warsaw. Mr. Finton died at a very early age, and she was later married to William Griffin of Marcelline, who preceded her in death October 9, 1933. To this union was born one son, Wilbur Griffin, of Warsaw. Surviving besides her two sons are three sisters, Mrs. Fannie Roth of Warsaw, Mrs. Bertha Grimmer of Quincy, and Mrs. Myrte Kuyokut of Moline. Three sisters and two brothers preceded her in death, namely Mrs. Aerabelle (sic) Finton of Marcelline, Mrs. Susan Winn of Duluth, Minn., Mrs Olive Powers of Adrian, Mich., Robert Stafford of Quincy and Ward Stafford of Warsaw. She was a member of the Chrisian Church until she moved to Warsaw. Then she became a member of the Pentecostal Church. She attended church regularly until the time of her last illness. She has 22 grandchildren, among the Almon Finton who served in the Pacific theater throughout the entire war, and Elisha and Elijah Griffin who are in the occupation in Europe. Rev. Elmer Varner conducted the funeral services which were held at the Jingst Funeral Home Sunday. Burial was at Marcelline. Mrs. Annie Griffin Of Warsaw, Ill., Dies WARSAW, Ill., Dec 7.--Mrs Annie Griffin died at her home here at noon yesterday at the age of 73 years. Born in Marcelline, Ill., on November 12, 1872, she was the daughter of Mary and Elijah (sic) Stafford and has lived in Warsaw for the last 34 years. Her first marriage was to Truman (sic) Finton in 1889 and she later married William Griffin in 1899. She was a member of the Pentacostal Church. Surviving besides her husband are two sons, Archie Finton and WIlbur Griffin of Warsaw; and three sisters, Mrs. Fannie Roth of Warsaw, Mrs. Betrtha (sic) Grummer (sic) of Quincy and Mrs. Myrtle Kuyokaut (sic) of Moline, Ill. Two sons and two brothers preceded her in death. Funeral services will be held in the Jingst Funeral Home Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock with the Rev. Elmer Varner officiating. Burial will be made in Marcelline.