Obituary - Athens Free Press, 12 May 1933 ELLIS VAN METER Ellis C. Van Meter, a well known resident of the vicinity of Williamsville, died at the home of his mother, Mrs. Carrie Van Meter, Tuesday, May 9, 1933, after a short illness at the age of 28 years, 3 months, and 28 days. Deceased was born in Menard County on January 11, 1905. On June 8, 1928, he was united in marriage to Miss Margaret Baker of Williamsville. Surviving are his wife, Margaret; his mother, Mrs. Carrie Van Meter; one sister, Miss Marguerite Van Meter, all of the vicinity of Williamsville; and one brother, Joseph, of Dixon. Funeral services were held at the home of his mother at 2:30 p.m. this Thursday, Rev. L. S. Ellison officiating. Interment was in Fancy Creek Cemetery. The Masonic lodge of Williamsville had charge of the services.