Lincoln Evening Courier, Lincoln, Illinois, June 20, 1935 J. M. SMITHERMAN DIED THIS MORNING Jasper Monroe Smitherman, 75, who suffered a stroke of paralysis eleven days ago, died at 8:25 o'clock this morning at his home at 822 State street. Mr. Smitherman was born in Macoupin county, August 4, 1859, but spent most of his life in this city, where he was formerly in the saloon business. He was married the first time to Mary Ann McKenney, who died in 1894. The following year he married Mary Belle Pope in Athens. She survives with two daughters, Mrs. Maude Oliver of Chicago and Mrs. Walter Leisch of Lincoln. He also leaves fours grandchildren and one great grandchild. Funeral arrangements have not been completed, but services will probably take place Saturday.