I need help with this one. I have two different daughters of Adam Decker married to Samuel McKay. ILL marriage web site has Josephine married to him 3/6/1889 (I am assuming she is Harry's mother), then I have Cora married to him 6/1/1891. If Josephine is Harry's mother it would seem she died Oct 25, 1889, that would be 9 days after his birth. Can anyone tell me if this is correct? Barry Adage, Barry, Pike Co. IL, Friday, August 29, 1890: "Harry, son of S. McKay and grandson of A. Decker, was born Oct. 16, 1889, and died Aug. 20, 1890, aged 10 months and 4 days. He was left motherless when nine days old, but was cared for by the father and grandparents, who with other relatives mourn his sudden death." per Gerri's post

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/kg.2ADI/1597.1 Message Board Post: Gerri, Do you access to other issues of The Barry Adage. The reason I ask is Joel Martin apparently remarried after Mary Jane Brooks died -- from his obituary (died 24 Nov 1919) Would you be able to look for a marriage note in the paper in 1912 (probably). Thank you, Thelma

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Martin, Brooks, Powers, Hinch, Campbell, Bower, Wise, Willhide Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/kg.2ADI/1597 Message Board Post: Barry Adage, Barry, Pike Co. IL, Wednesday, Nov. 1, 1911: "Miss Mary Jane Brooks, oldest child of James and Elizabeth Brooks, was born in Pennsylvania March 17, 1839, and departed this life at her late home, four miles northwest of this city, October 20, 1911, aged 72 years, 7 months and three days. She moved with her parents to Ohio when but a small child, where she lived until 1866, when she came with her husband to Illinois. She was united in marriage with Joel C. Martin March 23, 1857, and to this union were born fifteen children, and all have preceded her in death but five, four daughters and one son. They are Mrs. Mary Powers, of Bluffs, Ill.; Mrs. Anna Hinch, of Barry; Mrs. Tena Campbell, of Baylis; Mrs. Elizabeth Bower, of Barry, and William, of St. Louis, Mo. Beside the husband and children, she leaves thirty-six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; also five brothers and two sisters - Dave, Hugh and George Brooks, of Belpre, Ohio; James and Albert, of Kinderhook, Ill.; Mrs. Nannie Wise and Mrs. Minerva Willhide, of Virginia. Mrs. Martin was all that the word wife and mother expresses - loving, kind-hearted, merciful, and looking carefully after her household and the welfare of her husband and children. Rearing a large family and seeing the larger part of it precede her to the other shore brought many disappointments and heartaches. She had been in failing health for some time, but her family had hopes of her recovery; it was not to be so, for she passed quietly to her rest after a long life of toil and care in the rearing of her large family. Funeral services were conducted from the family home on Monday, October 23, at 2 p.m., Rev. W.M. Halley officiating, and the remains were carried to the Park Lawn cemetery in this city for burial, followed by a large number of friends and relatives of the deceased, who sincerely mourn with the family in this their sad bereavement."

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Divins, Hays, Kidwell, Pinkley, Dyer, Parks Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/kg.2ADI/1596 Message Board Post: Barry Adage, Barry, Pike Co. IL, Thursday, December 12, 1901: "Miss Louthada Hays was born in Ohio October 11, 1824, and departed this life at her home in Barry, Ill., December 6, 1901, aged 77 years, 1 month and 25 days. She was united in marriage to Andrew J. Divins June 13, 1841. There were born of this union ten children, five of whom are still living. She also leaves six grandchildren to mourn her loss as a loving mother and grandparent. The children are Mrs. D.D. Kidwell, of Kansas City, Mo.; Mrs. V. A. Pinkley, Cincinnati, Ohio; Mrs. W. T. Dyer, Thayer, Mo.; W. B. Divins, St. Louis, Mo.; C.A. Divins, Needles, Cal. Mrs. Divins united with the M.E. church in early life and said before departing that she believed it was well with her soul. Her husband died twenty years ago. Funeral services were conducted from her late home by Rev. W.M. Halley Sunday afternoon, December 8, at 2 pm, but interment was not made until Monday, at 10 a.m. waiting the arrival of a son, who did not come. Mr. and Mrs. Doug Parks lived with Mrs. Divins during her last illness and gave her every attention and sympathy in their power. Her own children could not have cared for her more tenderly.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Eichenberg, Linnemann, Schmitthusen Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/kg.2ADI/1595 Message Board Post: Barry Adage, Barry, Pike Co. IL, Thursday, December 12, 1901: "In A Dance at 100 Years Old. Unusual Celebration of Her Birthday Anniversary. Mrs. Wilhelmina Eichenberg, living at the German old people's home in Chicago, danced and sang last Saturday, on the morning of her 100th birthday. None of the eighty-six old people at this home was as happy as she. She placed her arm about the waist of Miss Schmitthusen, the matron, and led her, a two-step. Her first words when she awoke in the morning were: "I am so happy." Mrs. Eichenberg was born in Lauenstein, Germany, December 7, 1801. Her maiden name was Linnemann. In 1825 she was married to Conrad Eichenberg, a miner." __

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Lock, Hull, Hinch, Aleshire Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/kg.2ADI/1594 Message Board Post: Barry Adage, Barry, Pike Co. IL, Thursday, December 5, 1901: "Sudden Death of Mrs. Lock. Fell Dead While Visiting a Neighbor. The report reached Barry Friday evening that Mrs. Nancy Lock, who was better known by the name of Mrs. Hull, died very suddenly about noon at the residence of Mrs. William Hinch, a neighbor. When she left her home, which is about one and a half miles north of Kinderhook, she was apparently in her usual health, and seemed so when she entered Mrs. Hinch's home and greeted her. She was seated and conversing with Mrs. Hinch when she suddenly fell forward in convulsions. Dr. Aleshire was sent for at once, but before he arrived Mrs. Lock was dead. Mrs. Lock was over 70 years old and was an old resident of this county. She was the mother of Dennis Hull, of this city, who now holds a position in the Deaf and Dumb asylum at Jacksonville. The coroner of this county was notified of her death." (I am not related to this person. GW)

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Funk, Sykes, Havird, Shephard Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/kg.2ADI/1593 Message Board Post: Barry Adage, Barry, Pike Co. IL, Thursday, December 5, 1901, p1: "Death of Uncle Jake Funk. Has Lived in Beverly Over Half a Century. Was well known and highly respected by all. He came to Quincy in 1836, and purchased the farm in Beverly in 184(8?). He has lived there ever since. There was much sorrow in this city last Sunday when it was learned that "Uncle Jake" Funk had died at his home in Beverly township. He was a frequent visitor here and all knew and respected him. He was 86 years, 6 months and 6 days old. Mr. Funk took delight in telling of early times in this vicinity, where he had lived sixty-five years, and as he was an earnest and interesting talker, he always had attentive listeners. Mr. Funk was popularly known in this neighborhood as "Uncle Jake". He was born in Pennsylvania on May 25, 1818, and came to Quincy in 1836. That place was then but a frontier village and woodworkers were in demand. He found employment first with Gov. John Wood. Two years after he came to Quincy and just sixty-three years ago he was married to Miss May Sykes at Beverly. They made Quincy their home until 1848, when he purchased a farm in Beverly, which he occupied ever since. To farming he added the lumber business and an undertaking establishment. His life was passed in active pursuits, even during the past few years after he had passed four score years. In church matters he affiliated with the Methodists, and many members of the Beverly congregation will have cause to regret his death. Deceased is survived by two sons, two daughters, and a brother. The sons are Frank, of Decatur, and William, of Beverly. The latter is at present in Texas, and all day Sunday and Monday efforts were made to reach him by telegraph, but without avail. The daughters are Mrs. Orlando Havird, of Richfield, and Mrs. Thomas Shephard, of Barry. The brother is David Funk, of Baylis. The funeral will take place this Thursday morning at 10 o'clock." __ (I am not related to Jake Funk. Gerri)

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Toner Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/kg.2ADI/1592 Message Board Post: Barry Adage, Barry, Pike Co. IL, Friday, May 13, 1881: "Died May 8, 1881, of cerebro-spinal fever, Emma, only daughter of J.C. and Gertrude Toner, of Kinderhook, Ill., aged 11 months and 9 days." Same page: "A little daughter and only child, of Joe Toner was buried on Monday. The bereaved have the heartfelt sympathy of the whole community."

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Lewton Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/kg.2ADI/1591 Message Board Post: Barry Adage, Barry, Pike Co. IL, Friday, May 13, 1881: "Arthur Denton, son of E.A. and Alice Lewton, was born Feb. 22, 1881, near Laddonia, Mo., and died April 24 the same year, aged two months and two days."

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: McKay, Decker Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/kg.2ADI/1590 Message Board Post: Barry Adage, Barry, Pike Co. IL, Friday, August 29, 1890: "Harry, son of S. McKay and grandson of A. Decker, was born Oct. 16, 1889, and died Aug. 20, 1890, aged 10 months and 4 days. He was left motherless when nine days old, but was cared for by the father and grandparents, who with other relatives mourn his sudden death."

Thank you for all the wonderful obits that you have taken the time to transcribe. I know many of us appreciate your effort and I wanted to let you know! ----- Original Message ----- From: <[email protected]> To: <[email protected]> Sent: Tuesday, April 06, 2004 2:47 PM Subject: [ILPIKE] Maria Antoinette (DeHaven) Thornton's obituary > This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. > > Surnames: DeHaven, Thornton > Classification: Obituary > > Message Board URL: > > http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/kg.2ADI/1588 > > Message Board Post: > > Barry Adage Newspaper, Barry, Pike, IL, Fri. Aug. 29, 1890, Maria Antoinette DeHaven was born in Erie, Penn. Dec. 18, 1836, and died in Barry, Ill., Aug. 20, 1890. She was united in holy wedlock to N.E. Thornton, Jan. 2, 1866, with whom she lived happily until their separation by death. Mrs. Thornton was converted under the ministry of Rev. J.W. Sinnock in 1868 and united with the M.E. church of this place. Twenty-two beautiful years have thus been spent in the service of the Master, as her life will testify. The funeral sermon was preached by Rev. Chas. Baughman at the M.E. church, Fri., Aug. 22." > > > > ==== ILPIKE Mailing List ==== > Pike Co Maps > http://www.PikeCoILGenWeb.org/maps.html >

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Hornback, Blackwell Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/kg.2ADI/1589 Message Board Post: Barry Adage, Barry, Pike Co. IL, Friday, August 29, 1890: "Solomon Hornback was born July 3, 1810, and died Aug. 26, 1890, aged 80 years, 1 month and 23 days. In 1836 he married Emily Blackwell in Kentucky, who was a native of that State. They emigrated to Illinois in 1836, and she died in 1878. Of their ten children five are living. He had been a member of the Christian church fifty years. The funeral was preached by Eld. H.C. Littleton at the Christian church in El Dara, Wednesday, Aug. 27, and the body was laid to rest in the Hornback cemetery near El Dara." _ (I am not related to Mr. Hornback. - Gerri).

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: DeHaven, Thornton Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/kg.2ADI/1588 Message Board Post: Barry Adage Newspaper, Barry, Pike, IL, Fri. Aug. 29, 1890, Maria Antoinette DeHaven was born in Erie, Penn. Dec. 18, 1836, and died in Barry, Ill., Aug. 20, 1890. She was united in holy wedlock to N.E. Thornton, Jan. 2, 1866, with whom she lived happily until their separation by death. Mrs. Thornton was converted under the ministry of Rev. J.W. Sinnock in 1868 and united with the M.E. church of this place. Twenty-two beautiful years have thus been spent in the service of the Master, as her life will testify. The funeral sermon was preached by Rev. Chas. Baughman at the M.E. church, Fri., Aug. 22."

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Harris, Fortner, Pitts, Darrow Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/kg.2ADI/1587 Message Board Post: Barry Adage, Barry, Pike Co. IL, November 21, 1901: "Miss Stella Fortner, daughter of Mr. Andrew and Eliza Fortner, was born in Atlas township January 30, 1880; was married to Mr. George Harris September 5, 1900; died at her home in Atlas township Monday morning, November 11, at 8 o'clock, having arrived at the age of 21 years, 9 months and 12 days. She leaves to mourn her husband, an infant daughter, a father and mother, five sisters, besides a host of relatives and friends, Mrs. Matilda Pitts, living in Macon county, Mo.; Mrs. Lilly Darrow, living in Pike county, Ill.; Misses Ross, Lelia and Edith, who live with their parents at home, all of whom attended the funeral. Miss Stella Fortner united with the Christian church at Pittsfield in November, 1898, during the revival held by Prof. Thrapp. She has since been a faithful member, leading a true and honorable life. She was strongly attached to her home. Her devotion to her family was wonderful. Her kindness to her neighbors was alike _? The services were conducted by Ellar Chase, of El Dara, after which the remains were laid to rest in Hornback cemetery." (I am not related to this person - GW).

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Mitchell, Lippincott, Jennings Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/kg.2ADI/1586 Message Board Post: Barry Adage, Barry, Pike Co. IL, Wednesday, Dec 6, 1911, in part: " Another Good Woman Dead. Mrs. W. T. Mitchell Passed Away on Sunday. Mrs. Cornelia Ann Mitchell, an aged and respected resident of Barry, passed away last Sunday evening. She had been in poor health for some time. She was well known here and in Quincy, and her many friends will be sorry to learn of her death. She was a woman who endeared herself to all who made her acquaintance, and all extend sympathy to her husband and relatives in their bereavement. Cornelia Ann Lippincott was born in Camden, N.J. August 17, 1832, and departed this life at her home in Barry, Ill., in the evening of December 3, 1911, aged 79 years, 3 months and 16 days. She came to Illinois with her parents when a child. In 1853 Miss Lippincott was united in marriage with Peterson Jennings, and to their union five children were given, three daughters and two sons, of whom three daughters and one son are living and today mourn as only those do who mourn for their mother. On April 30, 1896, Mrs. Jennings was united in marriage with W.T. Mitchell, who surves. Born in a Christian family our sister confessed her faith in Christ early in life and has spent her long life in fellowship with the church and her Savior. She united with the Barry Methodist Episcopal church by letter in 1895. During the years when the infirmities and weakness of age were hers she gave every assurance of her salvation and preparation for that transition from her earthly home to her father's house above. Today we are comforted in the thought that she has entered upon the full enjoyment of all that Jesus made ready for her again her coming. The services were held at the family home yesterday afternoon, Rev. D. V. Gowdy officiating. The W.R.C. had charge of the funeral." __ I only copied this obituary as I was researching my own family - I don't know this person. GW

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Davidson Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/kg.2ADI/1585 Message Board Post: The Pike County Democrat, Pittsfield, IL, Thursday morning, August 1, 1889: "Died, Samuel Davidson, on Thursday July 11, 1889, from the result of a sun stroke. The subject of this sketch was born in Ohio, March 2, 1817, being at the time of his death, 72 years , 4 months and 9 days. The deceased came to Pike county from Ohio about 40 years ago, and has lived in Pike county ever since with the exception of the last three years. His wife preceeded him to the grave several years ago. He leaves two sons and two daughters to mourn his loss." __ (I am not related to this person - GW).

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Boyd, Smith, Gray, Waymer, Knott Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/kg.2ADI/1583 Message Board Post: Obituary of Mrs. Luella Smith Boyd from the Perry Enterprise, date unknown: Mrs. Luella Smith Boyd, daughter of Lorenzo and Sarah Smith was born in Barry, Illinois on October 16, 1867. "Luta" as she was known by her relatives and friends died June 12, 1916, making her at the time of her death 48 years, 7 months and 26 days old. She came to Missouri with her parents in 1869, living near Perry until 29 years ago when she went to Kansas City, making her home with Mrs. Montgomery, a dressmaker. She was married 27 years ago to J. C. Boyd. To this union were born six children, one girl, Mary dying five years ago. There are left to mourn her loss, her husband, also four daughters, Mrs. George Knott, 2201 Tracy, Mrs. Robert Waymer, 1610 Paseo, Irene, Gladys and Archie at home. Also two brothers Frank C. and Harvey G. Smith and sister, Mrs. Wm. Wright near Perry. She united with the Christian Church at Vandalia about 30 years ago and was a member of Linwood Boulevard Church at the time of her death. She was laid to rest in the beautiful Elmwood Cemetery in K! ansas City, after a short service by Rev. Jenkins in the Elmwood Chapel. The floral offering of her many friends was beautiful. In addition to the above, the Enterprise extends heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved family." I would like to correspond with someone who is researching this family. E-mail: [email protected]

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Arnold, Smith, Burk Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/kg.2ADI/1582 Message Board Post: Barry Adage, Barry, Pike Co. IL, Thursday, November 28, 1901, in part: "Lula Smith was born in Ralls county, Mo., July 30, 1869, and died in Barry, Pike county, Ill, November 18, 1901, aged 32 years 3 months and 19 days. She was married to Wm. Arnold August 20, 1889, and to this union were born six children. She united with the Christian church about eight years ago, of which she has been a faithful member, putting her trust in the Lord. During her sickness she expressed herself as being ready to go if it was the Lord's will, although she had so much to live for in her family. As a daughter she was kind and obedient, as a wife faithful and loving, and as a mother patient and devoted, one who lived for her husband and children. She bore her suffering with much patience, being ever cheerful and willing to do what was considered for her good. Deceased was a member in good standing of the Fraternal Army of America. There are left a husband, four children - Nola, Lilly, Charles and baby John - father, mother, grandfather and grandmother, two sisters and four brothers - Maggie, Harry and Willard, Mrs. Allie Burk, of Hannibal, and Geo. and Frank, of Covington, Ind., and many friends to mourn their loss."

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Grammer, Harvey Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/kg.2ADI/1581 Message Board Post: Barry Adage, Barry, Pike Co. IL, Thursday November 28, 1901, in part: "Charles M. Grammer died at his home in Beverly township on Wednesday morning, November 20, 1901, aged 74 years, 2 months and 23 days. Mr. Grammer was born in Woburn, Middlesex county, Massachusetts, August 10, 1827, and came of a family noted for its patriotism and love of country. His paternal grandfather, Joseph Grammer, was a hero of the revolutionary war. He was captured by the British, taken to England and confined in Dartmoor prison for two years. His material grandfather was also a revolutionary soldier and with members of the Grammer family fought at the battle of Brandywine. His own father was in the war of 1812, and a cousin, Col. Thomas Grammer, commanded a regiment in the civil war and is yet living in Massachusetts. A brother, Seth W. Grammer, whom we remember so well, served during the civil was in the Seventy-eighth Illinois Infantry and was a favorite in his company and regiment. Mr. Grammer was a son of Seth and Lydia Grammer and was one of a family of nine sons and one daughter, but the sister is the only one now living. He attended the public schools of Massachusetts, but his great store of useful knowledge was the result of continued observation and study throughout a long life. He came with his parents at the age of 13 to Perry, Pike county, Ill., and in the following year, 1841, came with them to Beverly township, which has ever since been his home. Upon attaining his majority he went with the tide of gold seekers to California, going by way of Cape Horn in a sailing vessel, the trip occupying about six months; was gone three years, and was one of the few that to a satisfactory degree was successful. Upon his return to Beverly in 1853 he was united in marriage with Miss Martha E. Harvey, a most estimable member of a most worthy family. To them were born sixteen children, fifteen of whom are living, seven sons and eight daughters, all of whom are successfully engaged in their avocations of life, an honor to their parents and a credit to their country. Mr. Grammer's life was very successful. Though starting in limited circumstances, by perseverance he overcame obstacles, and by industry and enterprise he, in addition to providing for a large family, acquired one of the most comfortable as well as one of the most happy homes in our township. He was not only well known throughout the county, but enjoyed the friendship as well as the acquaintance of some of the foremost men of our state. Besides filling various of her public offices he was supervisor of our township for a quarter of a century, and in that capacity was of great service to the county, and was readily conceded to be the ablest member of the board. He was a Mason for thirty-eight years holding membership with the Kinston lodge, No. 266, A.F. and A.M., and for the period of eighteen years held the office of Worshipful Master. In the latter part of March last he became partially paralyzed and continued to fail till his death occurred. In closing this sketch of our beloved friend who has gone from us we quote from a letter written by him of a loved neighbor that had passed away, saying "We trust that he awaits his faithful companion, the choice of his early manhood, over in that beautiful city on that evergreen shore." Funeral services were conducted by Rev. W.M. Halley from the late home Friday afternoon, Nov. 22, at 2 o'clock. After the services at the house, Kingston lodge No. 266 A.F. and A.M. took charge and escorted the remains to Mound Prairie cemetery, where the remains were buried with Masonic honors." __ (I am not related to this person - GW).

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Smith, Sweet Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/kg.2ADI/1580 Message Board Post: Barry Adage Newspaper, Barry, Pike, IL, Thurs., Nov. 28, 1901, in part: "Nathaniel Smith was born in Schenectady, New York, on the second day of January, 1810. On the 28th day of June, 1835, he was married to Sylvinia Sweet, of Berlin, New York, and resided in Berkshire county, Mass., until he removed to Pike county, Illinois, in 1837. He died on the 22d day of Nov., 1901, at the age of 91 years, 10 months and 20 days. The end of this long and happy life marked the repose in which he lived. A hale and hearty manhood has found its repose. Nathaniel Smith lived the rugged life of the rugged pioneer. He settled in our midst at the early day when all was new, and awaited the approach of the civilizing hand. For nearly 67 years he has lived in this county and the greater part of this time he has lived in our town, where he was familiarly greeted by every one as Grandpa or Uncle Than. He was always ready for a joke, but the steady current of his life flowed in the depths ! of noble manhood and the rippling surface was but indicative of the strength and power below. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. H.H. Hurley, assisted by Rev. G.W. Watkins and Rev. W.M. Hailey."