LAND, LLOYD R., age 85 of Oakdale passed away Monday July 19, 2010 at Parkwest Medical Center. Preceded in death by his son, Lloyd R. Land Jr, and his parents. He was a veteran of the US Navy having served in WW II. Survivors; Daughter Vickie Thompson Special friend Margie Smith of Oakdale Graveside service 11 AM Thursday at Crab Orchard Cemetery [Kyker Funeral Home] ------------

Family descendants of Shadrack and Mary Ann Jones will gather together for a reunion on Saturday, October 16, at 11:00am, Sunbright Community Center. A covered dish luncheon will be served at noon. Those attending are encourage to bring family photos/memorabilia to display. Shadrack and Mary Ann had 11 children: Creesey, Elizabeth,... Jeremiah, Samuel, Katherine, John Jackson, Larkin, Josiah, Ervin, Minerva and Margaret. It would be wonderful to have descendants from each family represented. Feel free to email me at my aol account, time4music.