Obituaries (2) - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Re: Marlynn S. Bronson RN

thomharrop — 2010-03-21 01:50:40Z

I was Marlynn's first husband. I just found out about her passing. I would appreciate it if anyone who knew her could contact me and tell me what happened. ThomHarrop@me.com

Michigan obituary

crals1957 — 2010-03-21 01:13:21Z

I am looking for a Michigan obituary for Gerald J. Roberts born in Lincoln Park Michigan on 9-14-1928 and died on 6-24-1971. Parents were John F. Roberts and Florence Roberts.
Any hel pout there, e-mail me at crals1957@aol.com

Re: Dustin Kryn Sharp

merriamksdem — 2010-03-20 21:16:13Z

Point of Clarification, James Arnold is actually Dusty's Half-Brother, not Step. He is Laura's son with Rick Arnold.

British Jewry-Schreiber

igschreiber — 2010-03-20 19:19:05Z

I am descended from Charles Schreiber, a German Jewish merchant, who emigrated to England in 1721. I am particularly looking for info re: his German roots in Durlach and Frankfurt as well as other descendants and relatives in England. Any help appreciated.

Re: Joseph Brevard Kershaw

hmglover — 2010-03-20 18:37:28Z

Great bio on Kershaw! Wonder if you could help me track something down? My question is, why is his middle name Brevard? Typically it is a family connection, but I'm unable to find it. He had an aunt Rebecca Kershaw (b.1778/79) who married John Brown and John McCaa, and there was another Rebecca Kershaw (b.1775), daughter of Ely Kershaw and apparently not related, who married Joseph Brevard. Could there be a mixup with these Rebecca's and they really are one and same person? From what I can find this Joseph Brevard was born in NC and died in Camden, SC in 1821, the year before Joseph Brevard Kershaw was born in Camden. So, on one hand there is the Camden connectin with a Joseph Brevard; however, without finding a family connection I'm reluctant to make that assumption. Thoughts?

William Louis Mull

jwelsch — 2010-03-20 07:19:35Z

NORFOLK, Virginia — William Louis Mull III passed away on Monday, March 8, 2010.

The remains were cremated. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Calvin PC Beautification Fund.

William was born on January 6, 1924, in Muscatine, the son of William L. Mull II and Helen Fern White Mull.

He attended local schools and graduated from the University of Iowa. He attended the Cincinnati Conservatory of Music to further his great love of music.

He served with Co. H, 309 Reg. 78th Infantry Division in Europe. He was awarded the Purple Heart and the Bronze Star and several foreign medals.

He was associated with Chas. L. Mull & Sons, Wholesale Grocery; a member of the Iowa Food Dealers and served as a director of Foodland Clover Farm Company, Cleveland, Ohio.

He was director of Retail Development for Associated Grocers, Miami, Florida, and later for Cameila Food Stores, Norfolk, Virginia. He was director of Distribution for Southern Commodity Corp, Miami, Florida, and Director of Export for Continental Services, Miami.

He was a member of the Hampton Roads Iris Society, Region 4, the American Iris Socieity and Tidewater Daylily Society. He enjoyed hybridizing of Japanese iris and daylilies and creating slide and CD programs for AIS. He was active in the Muscatine Masonic organizations. He served on the board of Lay Activities, the South Iowa district of the Methodist Church. He was an active member of Calvin Presbyterian Church, Norfolk, Virginia.

Survivors include his wife, Gwyneth Mull; stepsons, Douglas and Patrick; seven children, Ann Kaufman, Barbara Collins, Judy Meyers, Kathe Mull, John Mull, Virginia Kafer, and Cindi Hays; 14 grandchildren; one great-grandson; his mother-in-law, Reida Richards; sisters-in-law, Wendy Perez, Gail Richards, Alayne Kifer and Heather Harding; and brother-in-law, Earl Richards.

Darlene June Bersch

jwelsch — 2010-03-20 07:18:42Z

FORT MYERS, Florida — Darlene June Bersch, 81, passed away on March 5, 2010, in Fort Myers.

A service will be in Fort Myers on Sunday, March 14, 2010. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made in her name to Hope Hospice, 9470 Health Park Circle, Fort Myers FL 33908.

Darlene was born on June 7, 1928, in Muscatine, the daughter of Fred and Clara Hartman.

She was an elementary art teacher for more than 30 years with the Muscatine Community School District.

She is survived by her husband, Gene Bersch of Fort Myers; a daughter, Shawn LeGloanec of Libertyville, Illinois; a son, Dustin Bersch of Burlington, Wisconsin; and three grandchildren, Marnie, Conrad and Charlie.

Ashby

jwelsch — 2010-03-20 07:17:40Z

MORNING SUN, Iowa — Shirley Ann Ashby, 71, of Morning Sun, died Sunday, March 7, 2010, at her home.

Funeral Service will be 10:30 a.m. on Friday, March 12, 2010, at the Grandview Community Bible Church. The Rev. Darryl Erickson will officiate. Burial will take place in Wapello Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, March 11, 2010, at the Dudgeon-McCulley Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Grandview Community Bible Church or Iowa Hospice.

Shirley was born on July 21, 1938, the daughter of Gordon and Ethel Smith Ripperton, in Brookpark, Minnesota. In 1955, she married John Ward and they later divorced. In 1963, she married Darrell “Bud” Ashby, he died in 1995.

She had been employed at Motorola in Mount Pleasant. She was a member of the Grandview Community Bible Church.

Survivors include three sons, Larry Ward and wife, Mary, of Mediapolis, Jeff Ashby of Chicago, Illinois, Brad Ashby of Maquoketa; three daughters, Paula Thompson and husband, Bill, of Wapello, Denise Pforts and husband, Tom, of Wapello, and Debbie Ball and husband, Glen, of Morning Sun; 19 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, cousins, and her church family; her stepmother, Elsie Ripperton of Minnesota; sister in law, Elda Harbison of Nevada; five sisters, Lavonne Rickels of Delaware, Carol Mills and Mary Fonck, both of Manchester, Dianne Mayer of Mora, Minnesota, Debbie Sutherland of Florida; a brother, Donnie Ripperton of Mora.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, a sister, Janice and a brother, Roger.

Werner

jwelsch — 2010-03-19 17:16:48Z

WAPELLO, Iowa — Evelyn Werner, 89, died Sunday, March 7, 2010, at Mercy Hospital, Iowa City.

Funeral Service will be 10:30 a.m. on Friday, March 12, 2010, at the Wapello United Methodist Church. The Revs. Sue-Ellen Sherman and Scott Smith will officiate. A luncheon will follow the service. Burial will be 1 p.m. on Friday, March 12, 2010, at the Grandview Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 11, 2010, at the church. Memorials may be made to the United Methodist Church or Keck Memorial Library. Dudgeon-McCulley Funeral Home in Wapello is in charge of the arrangements.

Evelyn was born on May 20, 1920, the daughter of Perry A. and Gretchen E. Mueller Staub in Wever.

She graduated from the Demark Academy at age 16 and went on to get a primary teaching certificate from the Iowa State Teacher’s College at Cedar Falls. After college she taught first and second grade for two years at Grandview.

She married Paul L. Buster on June 14, 1941. She taught a year at Sperry before retiring to raise four children and farm with her husband on a farm 6 miles west of Wapello. She later received a bachelor’s from Iowa Wesleyan and returned to teaching at Wapello where she taught kindergarten for 28 1/2 years. Three children and four grandchildren followed her into teaching.

She was widowed August 1962, when Paul drowned in the Pacific while on a family vacation. She married Raymond Werner on Dec., 28 1970, at the Little Brown Church in Nashua.

She was a member of the Wapello United Methodist Church, a member of Eastern Star for more than 50 years, and member of Retired Teacher’s Association; the Oakland Social Club and Kiwanis.

She is survived by her husband, Ray Werner, four children, four step-children, 13 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren which includes: John P. and Ingrid Buster of Morning Sun, six grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren, Dr. Ward and Teresa Buster of Cleveland, Ohio; Inga Lelm of Tremont, Illinois; Ivy and Michael Steiner of Tremont, Illinois, Karl Buster of Wapello; Will and Andrea Buster of Morning Sun; and Clay and Jessica Buster of Morning Sun, Paula (Buster) and Robert Buckman of Morning Sun; two granddaughters and five great-grandchildren, Lora (Carr) and Steve Earnest of Wapello, and Lisa (Carr) and Chuck Johnson of Kalona, Patricia (Buster) and Roger Downs of Decorah, and two grandchildren, Erica Downs and Alex Downs both of New York, New York, Pamela (Buster) and Harold Humphreys of Crawfordsville, and two grandchildren, Kelli (Humphreys) and Mark Peck of Colorado and Jake and Samantha Humphreys of Seattle, Washington, Janice (Werner) Campbell of Davenport; Jim Werner of Letts, Robert Werner of Pasadena, California, and Marcia (Werner) and Boyd Butters of Central City, one granddaughter, Julie, and two great-granddaughters.

She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, her first husband and infant daughter, Margaret Ann.

Mairet

jwelsch — 2010-03-19 17:15:35Z

KEOSAUQUA, Iowa — Janet C. Mairet, 66, Keosauqua, formerly of Grandview, died Sunday, March 7, 2010, at the University of Iowa Hospital.

Funeral Service will be 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, March 11, 2010, at the Dudgeon-McCulley Funeral Home, Wapello. The Rev. Darryl Erickson will officiate. Burial will take place in Fulton-Cairo Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, March 10, 2010, at the funeral home.

Janet was born on July 4, 1943, the daughter of Samuel and Minnie Hathaway Snyder, in Muscatine. She married Ronal Mairet on June 2, 1963 in Muscatine.

She was a graduate of the Grandview High School. She worked as dietician at Muscatine General Hospital for 24 years.

Survivors include her husband, Ronald Mairet of Keosauqua; three sons, Jeff Mairet of Oskaloosa; Ron Mairet and wife, Diana, of Columbus Junction; and Shawn of Amana; three grandchildren; Shane, Megan and Linsie; a great-grandson, Carsyn; four sisters; Sharon Hunt and Mary Bragg, both of Muscatine, Gayle Snyder of Mount Pleasant; Kathy Snyder of Macon, Missouri; five brothers, Larry of Blue Grass; Gary and John both of Fruitland; Bob of Des Moines; Walt of Macon, Missouri.

She was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters and three brothers.

Ball

jwelsch — 2010-03-19 17:14:51Z

WILTON, Iowa - Elmer L. Ball, 82, Portland, Oregon, formerly of Wilton, Iowa, died Sunday, March 7, 2010, at his home in Portland.

Funeral Service will be 10 a.m. on Friday, March 12, 2010, at the Zion Lutheran Church, Wilton. The Rev. Joshua Reimche will officiate the service. Musical selections will be by organist Linda Timmsen and vocalist Henry Bentley. Serving as casket bearers will be David Murry, Dustin White, Terry Giese, Paul Murry, Matthew Giese, Travis Ball, Kevin McGill and Joshua Kellebrew. Honorary bearers will be Rachel Murry, Alicia White, Cortney White and Hannah Kellebrew. Burial will take place in Oakdale Cemetery, Wilton.

Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 11, 2010, at the Bentley Funeral Home, Wilton, and one hour prior to service, church.

Elmer was born on November 26, 1927, the son of Bernard and Alvina Utesch Ball in Scott County. He married Lenora A. Hein on March 11, 1951, in Bennett. She preceded him in death February 21, 2004.

He retired from Case I.H. after more than 23 years of service.

He was a member of Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church, Portland, and a former member of Zion Lutheran Church, Wilton.

He is survived and lovingly remembered by his daughters, Nancy White and husband, Richard, of Muscatine, Karen Ball of Henderson, Colorado, Lisa Kellebrew and Barbara Ball, both of Portland, Oregon; his sons, Robert Ball and wife, Nancy, of Colona, Illinois, and Daniel Ball of Wilton; 16 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; his sister, Elnora Whitmer of Muscatine; and his brothers, Allan Ball and wife, Katie, of Muscatine, and Richard Ball and wife, Flo, of Norfolk, Virginia.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; his grandson, Tyson Ball; his sisters, Ruth Schwarz and Francis Ball; and brothers, Carl and Harvey Ball.

MIDDAUGH, MARGARET L.

marypalmquist91 — 2010-03-19 10:29:43Z

The Villages - Mrs. Margaret L. Middaugh, 99, currently of The Villages, FL died on Tuesday, March 9, 2010. Mrs. Middaugh was born on December 9, 1910 in Romney, West Virginia to parents, Scott and Alice (Murray) Rutherford. She was a member of the Women's Club of Warren, PA, and the Order of The Eastern Star. She moved from Warren to Venice, FL and then in 1986 she moved to Ocala where she was very active in her community and was also a member of the First Presbyterian Church. Margaret was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Middaugh, and her daughter, Marilyn Crawford. She is survived by her daughter, Elaine Willis of The Villages, FL; 7 grandchildren, and 18 great grandchildren. Funeral services will take place at 1:00 PM on Friday, March 12th at Roberts Funeral Homes Downtown Chapel, 606 SW 2nd Ave, Ocala, FL. The family will receive friends at the funeral home one hour prior to the service. Arrangements are under the care of Roberts Funeral Homes Downtown Chapel. 352-622-4141.
Published in Ocala Star-Banner from March 12 to March 13, 2010

McCAFFERTY, ANNA

marypalmquist91 — 2010-03-19 10:28:36Z

Ocala - Anna McCafferty, a memorial mass for the repose of the Soul for Anna will be held at Our Lady of the Springs Catholic Church, Ocala, at 11:00 AM on Friday, March 12th. She is survived by her husband of 68 years, Walter, one son and one daughter, four grand's and three great-grandchildren. Arrangements by Neptune Society.
Published in Ocala Star-Banner from March 12 to March 13, 2010

KLINGER, GERALD C.

marypalmquist91 — 2010-03-19 10:27:53Z

East Lansing, MI. - Gerald C. Klinger, 82, East Lansing, Mich formerly of Ocala, FL., died March 9, 2010; born May 14, 1927 in Chicago, IL to Charles and Philomena (Reinhofer) Klinger. Mr. Klinger was a graduate of Michigan State University and worked for Oldsmobile as an engineer. He retired to Ocala, Florida where he spent many enjoyable years playing golf at On Top of the World. Surviving are his wife, Kathleen; his children, David (Laura) of Macomb, Jamie Spellicy of East Lansing and Greg (Alissa) of Cheboygan; grandchildren, Kristen (Chris) Parker, Rachel (Ed) Cunningham, Shannon Klinger, Gabe, Max and Abby Klinger; great-grandchildren, Kaitlyn, Zach, Hannah, James, Emilie, Grace and Jack. A Memorial Service will be held Monday, March 15, 2010 at 2:00 PM at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 1730 E. Grand River Avenue, East Lansing, MI, with the Rev. Thomas E. Pederson officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Those desiring may make contributions to the Alzheimer's Association , Michigan Great Lakes Chapter, 310 N. Main, Suite 100, Chelsea, MI 48118. On-line condolences to the family at www.gorslineruncimanfuneralhomes.eastlansing.com
Published in Ocala Star-Banner from March 12 to March 13, 2010

FOSTER, LOVETTA C.

marypalmquist91 — 2010-03-19 10:26:46Z

Citra - Mrs. Lovetta C. Foster, 54, of Citra, FL went to be with the lord on Saturday, March 6, 2010, after a nine month battle with lung cancer.Mrs. Foster was born on May 23, 1955 in Deland, FL. She was a 1974 graduate of Gainesville High School. She loved working in her garden, going to yard sales, painting and loved animals. She is survived by her husband of 35 years, Al Foster, a daughter, Heather Foster-Lawton; a brother, Terry McCauslin (Geri), of Leesberg, FL, a sister, Rose Mary Rasmusson (Erwin) of Union, TN a brother, Tommy Joe Padgett of Gainesville, FL. She was preceded in death by her mother, Gene Rigdon and a sister, Priscilla Hall Thompson. A celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, April 10, 2010 at 1:00 PM at Flemington Baptist Church, in Flemington, FL. In lieu of flowers, donations in Lovetta's honor can be sent to Hospice of Marion, County. Arrangements are under the care of ICS Cremation and Funeral Home, Lake City, FL 386-752-3436.
Published in Ocala Star-Banner from March 12 to March 13, 2010

AYLWARD, JR., JOSEPH WILLIAM

marypalmquist91 — 2010-03-19 10:25:31Z

Ocala - Mr. Billy Aylward, 67, of Ocala, died Tuesday, March 9, 2010, at Estelle's Hospice House. He was a lifetime resident of Ocala, and a graduate of Ocala High School. His memberships include the Ocala Elks Lodge, the Florida Board of Realtors, and Grace Episcopal Church. Mr. Aylward was a realtor, and had many hobbies, including flying, road racing, boating, entertaining people with his cooking, and had a special love of Crystal River and Lake Weir. He is survived by his wife Cindy, his daughters Stephanie Aylward and Staci Stidham, sons Danny and Tripp Aylward, sisters Alice Blair and Josephine Foster, brothers Jack and Robert Aylward, and 6 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents Bill & Laura Aylward, his son Bryan Mills, and his sister Judy Curry. Memorial services will be held at 1 PM Saturday, March 13, 2010, at Hiers-Baxley Funeral Services, 910 SE Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, with The Rev. Donald J. Curran, Jr. officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Marion County, PO Box 4860, Ocala, FL 34488.
Published in Ocala Star-Banner from March 12 to March 13, 2010

WATSON, ROSALIE GAIL (MCGOUGH)

marypalmquist91 — 2010-03-19 10:24:09Z

Ocala - Rosalie Gail (McGough) Watson, died March 10, 2010 in Ocala, FL. Rosalie was born September 25, 1918 in Summerhill, PA. She was a farm girl from a family of nine and played basketball in high school. She was a faithful wife to Doss Kemmer Watson, Sr. who passed away in 1995. She worked in a Sylvania war plant during World War II and was a seamstress in a sewing factory in Nanty-Glo, PA until she and Doss moved to Ocala, Florida in 1960. She continued as a seamstress at the former Lady Bayard factory in Ocala until she retired in 1980. Her favorite pastime was making beautiful quilts and crochet pieces. Mrs. Watson was a dedicated charter member of St. Matthew's Lutheran Church. She is survived by a daughter Gail Watson of Ocala; sons James R. McGough of Ocala and Doss Watson; grandchildren Keith, Pamela, Shannon, and Shawn; great-+grandchildren, Megan, Ryan, Kendra; and sister Isabel Schrift of Wyomissing, PA; and three faithful grand-doggies. She was preceded in death by sisters, June Schrift, Natalie Beaner, Elaine Schrift and brothers, Delbert, Russell, Oscar, and Walter McGough. A memorial service will be held Monday, March 15, 2010 at 10:00 AM at St. Matthew's Lutheran Church with Rev. Anna Figueiro officiating. A visitation will be held from 5:00-7:00 PM on Sunday, March 14th at Hiers-Baxley Funeral Services, 910 SE Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34470. Interment will be at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens. Condolences may be posted to hiers-baxley.com .
Published in Ocala Star-Banner from March 11 to March 12, 2010

STEPLIGHT - JEREMIAH

marypalmquist91 — 2010-03-19 10:21:59Z

Tampa - Mr. Jeremiah Steplight 88 of Tampa, Florida passed away 3/5/2010. He was a truck driver for Florida Steel and J.B. Hunt Company for more than 37 years. His Memories will be cherished by his daughter Mary Tindale (Rev. Isaiah Tindal), grand's Tina Brito (Florencio) LaShuna Brown (Tommy) Isaiah Tindal Jr. (Nefertiti), 7 great grand, 2 great great grands, nieces, nephews and other sorrowing relatives and friends. Funeral Services for Mr. Steplight will be held 2:30pm at Calvary Missionary Baptist Church, Rev D.J. Berry Pastor. Wake Service wilt be on Friday 7-8pm at Calvary M.B.C. Arrangements have been entrusted to Snow's Funeral Ministry, "Providing a Memory that will never fade".
Published in Ocala Star-Banner from March 11 to March 12, 2010

PERKINS, Audrey E.

marypalmquist91 — 2010-03-19 10:20:51Z

Belleview - Audrey E. Perkins, 94, died at Tuscany Hospice House in Summerfield, FL on March 8, 2010. She was born in Lowell, Massachusetts and moved to this area from Salinas, CA in October of 2005. She was a retired Navy Secretary (Chief Yeoman 1st Class) from 1943 to 1974. She was a WAVE during WW II and stationed at Pearl Harbor from 1964 to 1968. She received the Navy Achievement Medal, 6 Good Conduct Awards, and was awarded the Navy Commendation Award. She traveled extensively with the Navy going to every county except Korea during her lifetime. She enjoyed pets, especially her cat, Holly. Ms. Perkins is survived by her grand-nieces, Patricia Mountain, Belleview, FL, Karol Lento, Floral City, FL, Nancy Jarek, Tyngsboro, MA and grand-nephew, Robert Dupras, Hudson, NH. Memorial services will be held on Friday, March 12, 2010 at 2 PM at Hiers-Baxley Funeral Services, 5946 SE Robinson Road, Belleview. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Humane Society of Marion County. Online condolences may be sent at www.hiers-baxley.com .
Published in Ocala Star-Banner from March 11 to March 12, 2010

NESTOR, MICHAEL SHANE

marypalmquist91 — 2010-03-19 10:19:09Z

Ocala - Michael Shane Nestor, 24, of Ocala, FL, passed away Monday, March 8, 2010. Michael was born in Gainesville, FL on April 19, 1985, living his whole life in Florida. He worked as a correction officer at the Volusia County Department of Corrections and transferred to Marion County in 2008. Michael was a member of the United Pentecostal Church in DeLand, FL and the Fire Corp. He enjoyed playing the drums, water sports, golf, fishing, and visiting with family and friends. Michael is survived by his Parents Ken and Kasey Nestor of DeLand, FL and Candice Nestor of Pasco County, FL; brother Wyatt Nestor of DeLand, FL; sisters, Kelsey Nestor and Kristen Nestor both of DeLand, FL; and Numerous Aunts and Uncles. A visitation will be held Saturday March 13, 2010 at the United Pentecostal Church in DeLand from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm with the funeral service following at 12:00 pm with Pastor Glen Hires officiating. Michael's final resting place will be at DeLand Memorial Gardens in DeLand, FL. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the United Pentecostal Church in memory of Michael Nestor (1640 East Voorhis Avenue Deland, FL 32724) He is greatly loved and missed. Arrangements are in the care of Allen-Summerhill Funeral Home DeLand, FL (386) 734-4663.
Published in Ocala Star-Banner from March 11 to March 12, 2010

MESSER, MARY IRENE

marypalmquist91 — 2010-03-19 10:17:53Z

Dunnellon - Mary Irene Messer, 81, of Rainbow Springs, died Wednesday, March 3, 2010, at her residence. She was born March 7, 1928 in Clarksville, Ind., and resided in the Citrus Spring area since 1991 coming from St. Petersburg, FL. Mrs. Messer loved and was a active bridge player. Survivors include her son Robert Anthony Hyatt and wife Rhonda of the Remeo area, brother James Bottorff, Clarksville, Ind., and Lester Bottorff, Utica, Ind., 3 grandchildren Benjamin, Heather, and Mary Hyatt, and one great grandson Robert Anthony Hyatt. Funeral services will be Saturday, March 13, 11:00 A.M. in the Roberts Funeral Home Chapel. Roberts Funeral Home, 19939 E. Pennsylvania Ave., Dunnellon.
Published in Ocala Star-Banner from March 11 to March 12, 2010

MCGEE, WILLIAM D.

marypalmquist91 — 2010-03-19 10:16:48Z

Ocala - William D. McGee, 60, passed away on Sunday, Mar. 7, 2010. He was born in Ocala, FL on Aug. 27, 1949. He was of Baptist faith and a member of Gainesville Elks Lodge. He was an avid fisherman, gunsmith, loved hunting, ministry, and was a real estate broker. He is survived by his wife, Janis McGee, and father, John S. McGee, Citra, FL; daughters, Janice Camile Waldron (Bubba),Citra, FL, Coni McNeill (Greg), Sparr, FL, Angela Mathews (Todd), Port St. Lucie, FL, and Crystal Hitt (James), Dunnellon, FL; son, Ben Mathews (Jen), Dunnellon, FL; sister, Vicki McGee (Jeff), Naples, FL; brothers, John S. McGee (Kathy), Tampa, FL and Michael McGee (Judy) , Naples, FL; 11 grandchildren and 1 great- grandson. He is preceded in death by daughter, April Mathews; mother, Jacqueline McGee; and grandson, Kyle James. A viewing will be held on Sunday, Mar. 14, 2010, at Hiers-Baxley Funeral Services- Ocala, 910 SE Silver Springs Blvd, from 1-3 PM with a service to follow at 3:00 PM with Chaplain Elden Luffmen officiating. Burial will follow at Citra Cemetery. Arrangements by Hiers-Baxley Funeral Services, Ocala.
Published in Ocala Star-Banner from March 11 to March 12, 2010

LUGO, LINDSEY

marypalmquist91 — 2010-03-19 10:15:21Z

Ocala - Lindsey Lugo, 26, passed away Saturday, February 12, 2010. She leaves to cherish her memories one son: Carmine Abner Lugo; one daughter: Amaya Lucero Lugo; her parents: Ramon Parker and Aixa Parker; two brothers: Jeremy Parker and Omar Vaquez. Services will be held on Sunday, March 14, 2010 at Assembly of God Church "El Faro", 12273 S US Hwy 301, Belleview, FL., 352-245-6244.
Published in Ocala Star-Banner from March 11 to March 12, 2010

COUNCIL, MOSHESH L.

marypalmquist91 — 2010-03-19 10:14:18Z

Ocala, FL - Moshesh L. Council, Age 17. Student at Hillscrest School, transition from this life on Saturday, March 6, 2010 at Shands Health Care of Gainesville, FL. He leaves with precious and loving memories: Mother Constance Goodman, Father Leroy Council Jr., of Ocala, FL. (1) Sister: Tequira Council, Ocala, FL., 1 (Aunt) Davonia Goodman, Ocala, FL.. 4 (Uncles) Michael Goodman, Theodore Goodman, Melvin Goodman and Gregory Goodman, all of Ocala, FL. And Numerous Nieces, Nephews. other sorrowing Relatives and Friends. Funeral service for Mr. Moshesh L. Council will be held 11:00 AM on Saturday, March 13, 2010 at Greater Hopewell Missionary Baptist Church, with the Rev. Richard Howard, Pastor. Interment will follow in Lincoln Memorial Garden Visitation for Mr. Moshesh L. Council will be held on Friday at Summers Funeral Home from 1:00 until 6:00 PM. All Arrangement Entrusted to Summers Funeral Home, Inc. 2238 NW 10TH Street. Ocala, FL.
Published in Ocala Star-Banner from March 11 to March 12, 2010

CAUDILL, WESLEY JOSHUA

marypalmquist91 — 2010-03-19 10:12:53Z

Ocala - Wesley Joshua Caudill, 26, passed away on Tuesday, March 9, 2010 at Shands in Gainesville. He was born in Lexington, KY and moved to Ocala in 1988. He graduated from Vanguard High School in 2001 and also received his AA Degree from CFCC. He enjoyed riding and rebuilding motorcycles, motor cross, snow boarding, surfing and landscape gardening. Wesley was a very kind and outgoing young man who genuinely loved people. He is survived by his parents, David and Brenda Caudill of Ocala, his sister, Lindsey Caudill of Ocala, his brother, Travis Caudill of Ocala, and his grandparents, Mary Hazel Turner of Manchester, KY and John F. Caudill of Ocala. A Gathering of family and friends will be held on Friday, March 12, 2010 from 5-8 PM with a memorial service at 6:00 PM at Bread of Life Church, at the corner of NE Jacksonville Rd & 78th Street in Anthony. Arrangements by Hiers-Baxley Funeral Services, Ocala.
Published in Ocala Star-Banner from March 11 to March 12, 2010

CARTER-ELLIS, KI'MARI A'LAIJAH

marypalmquist91 — 2010-03-19 10:11:46Z

He said unto Ki'mari Carter-Ellis suffer not; I won't forbid you but come unto me little child for such the Kingdom of Heaven. Therefore she lies to rest in the bosom of Jesus; Safe In His Arms. She leaves to cherish her memories Her parents: Renada Ellis and Rodney Carter; one brother: Kenavi Carter; one sister: A'daijah Cohen; maternal grandparents: Nathaniel Ellis and preceeded in death Martha Ellis; paternal grandparent: Rosetta Carter; Aunts: Cynthia Burt and Juliet McCall; Uncles: Jimmy Burt, Willie Jones, Larry Jones and Michael Fills; God parents: Kayesha Means, Brittney Lofton, and Eugina Matthews and a host of cousins, sorrowing friends and loved ones. A Graveside Service will be Friday, March 12, 2010 at 3:00pm at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens. Arrangements by TONY TANNER FUNERAL SERVICES. Where The Name Is Service In A Highly Favored Choice.
Published in Ocala Star-Banner from March 11 to March 12, 2010

Carter, Mary Etta Crowder

marypalmquist91 — 2010-03-19 10:09:54Z

Ocala - Mary Etta Crowder Carter, 103 years, 241 days of Ocala passed away at her home on Monday, March 8, 2010. Mary was born in Durham, NC, and came to Ocala in 1964 from Takoma Park, MD. Mary was a devoted member and volunteer of St. Marks Methodist Church. She volunteered with Interfaith Emergency Services and Meals-On-Wheels until the age of 92. A loyal election poll worker, Mary was present the first time that women and African-Americans exercised their right to vote. She even saw Babe Ruth play baseball. Mary is preceded in death by her brother-Walter Crowder; her husband of 51 years, Robert Henry Carter; and daughter; Doris Elizabeth Thompson. Survivors include her daughter; Jacqueline McCleaf (Tito Comas) of Ocala; son; Robert Earl Carter, Sr. (Ruby) of Hyattsville, MD; daughter; Phyllis Carter Daw of South Hill, VA, 15 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, 9 great-great grandchildren, 7 great-great-great grandchildren. She also leaves her devoted primary caregiver Joanne Trentham, and caregivers Betty Forest and Peggy Kuyper. There will be a gathering of family and friends on Friday, March 12, 2010 from. 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM at St. Marks Methodist Church prior to her celebration service starting at 11:00 AM, led by Rev. Dan Jones. Burial will follow. Arrangements by Roberts Funeral Homes, Downtown Chapel. 352-622-4141.
Published in Ocala Star-Banner from March 11 to March 12, 2010

ADKINS JR., LEROY

marypalmquist91 — 2010-03-19 10:07:52Z

Ocala - Leroy Adkins Jr. passed away March 7, 2010. Leroy was born October 18, 1977 to the late Leroy Adkins Sr. and mother Geraldine Adkins. He leave to cherish his memories a son: Markell Adkins of Keystone, FL; mother: Geraldine Adkins of Williston, FL; two brothers: Allison Adkins of Williston, FL, Emmery Adkins of Ocala, FL; three sisters: Barbara (Terry) Thompson of Williston, FL, Belinda (William) Quarterman of Lake Butler, FL, La-Faye Adkins of Ocala, FL. A host of Uncles, Aunts, Nephews, nieces, cousins and sorrowing friends. A special friend, Annette Darby. Visitation will be Friday, March 12, 2010 from 2:00 to 7:00PM at TONY TANNER FUNERAL SERVICE, 127 NW 20th St. Ocala. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00am at Debose Chapel United Methodist, Reddick, FL with Pastor Earl Powell officiating. Reverend Keith Blunt, Eulogist. Arrangements by TONY TANNER FUNERAL SERVICES. Where The Name Is Service In A Highly Favored Choice.
Published in Ocala Star-Banner from March 11 to March 12, 2010

KING, Leatha

marypalmquist91 — 2010-03-19 10:06:37Z

Leatha King - Melbourne - Leatha I. King, 85, of Melbourne, FL, died Friday, February 26, 2010. Born in Coal County, OK, she was raised in New Mexico. She was predeceased by her husband, Ralph O. King, parents, Charles W. and Emma (Jones) Gunnels, and seven siblings. Survivors include sons, John W. King of Kissimmee, FL, James E. King of Ashland City, TN, daughter, Leatha I. Bourne of Melbourne, eight grandchildren, and numerous great grandchildren. Services will be Thursday, March 4th, 1 p.m. at Grissom Funeral Home in Kissimmee. Visitation one hour prior. Interment at Rose Hill Cemetery, Kissimmee.
Published in FLORIDA TODAY on March 3, 2010

PITRE, CAROLE BENCSIK

marypalmquist91 — 2010-03-19 10:05:16Z

Ocala - Carole Bencsik Pitre, 92, passed away March 4, 2010 in Ocala, FL. She was born in Cincinnati, Ohio and moved to Florida in 1964. Carole was an active member of Blessed Trinity Catholic Church and with Brother's Keeper. She enjoyed fishing, snorkeling, dancing and her family. She is survived by her daughter Carole Fleek of Hamilton, OH; sons, William (Janet) Bencsik of Ocala and Richard Bencsik of Lake Panasofkee, FL; brothers, Orville, Norbert and William all of Cincinnati, OH and Donald Gibbs of Odessa, FL; 11 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, John C. Bencsik and son, Donald Bencsik. A memorial mass will be held at Blessed Trinity Catholic Church on Wednesday, March 10, 2010 at 3pm with Father Pat Sheedy officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Blessed Trinity Catholic Church and School or Brother's Keeper. Arrangements by Hiers-Baxley Funeral Service, Ocala.
Published in Ocala Star-Banner from March 10 to March 11, 2010

McINTYRE, STEPHEN SAMUEL

marypalmquist91 — 2010-03-19 10:03:53Z

Belleview - Stephen Samuel McIntyre, 49, Belleview, FL. Went to be with the Lord on March 6, 2010 under the loving care of family at Shands Hospital in Gainesville, FL. Mr. McIntyre was a Supervisor in the Northern T&D Storerooms for Progress Energy. Stephen was a Fourth Generation resident of Belleview, FL. and was very proud of his family and community. He was a member of both Maricamp Road Church of Christ and First Baptist Church of Belleview. He was a Graduate of Lake Weir High School in 1978 and attended Central Florida Community College of Ocala, FL. Survived by his loving wife of 24 years Jeanette Kinney McIntyre of Belleview, FL.; two sons: Travis Darren McIntyre and Tyler Robert McIntyre both of Belleview, FL.; mother: Mary Ann Hames McIntyre of Belleview; brother: Mark Irving McIntyre and wife Lelia of Belleview, FL.; sister: Tamela "Tami" Ann McIntyre of Belleview; several nieces and nephews as well as a host of other loving family members. Preceded in death by his father Samuel Irving McIntyre. Funeral Services will be held Saturday, March 13, 2010 at 10:00AM at Maricamp Road Church of Christ, Ocala, FL. with Burial to follow at Belleview City Cemetery, Belleview, FL. A visitation will be held on Thursday, March 11, 2010 from 6:00PM to 8:00PM at Maricamp Road Church of Christ, Ocala, FL. In lieu of flowers the family has requested donations be made to Maricamp Road Church of Christ at 2750 S.E. Maricamp Road Ocala, FL 34471 in Stephen's loving memory.
Published in Ocala Star-Banner from March 10 to March 11, 2010

JACKSON, ROBERT G.

marypalmquist91 — 2010-03-19 10:02:30Z

Ocala - Mr. Robert G. Jackson, D.V.M., 77, passed away suddenly on March 7, 2010 in Ocala, Fl. Dr. Jackson was born in Chicago, IL. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving during the Korean Conflict. Robert was a graduate of the University of Illinois with a Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine, a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association and American Association of Bovine Practitioners. Dr. Jackson was the founder and a co-owner of Veterinary Associates in Lancaster, Wisconsin. He retired and moved to Ocala, Fl., in 2000. He was a member of Queen of Peace Catholic Church, VFW #4781 and Knights of Columbus. Dr. Jackson is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Julie Jackson of Ocala; four sons, Gregory R. Jackson (Peggy) of Loyal, WI; David E. Jackson of Toronto, Canada; Mark W. Jackson (Hilary) of Glasgow, Scotland; Jeffrey M. Jackson (Ismenia) of East Greenwich, RI; and nine grandchildren. He is further survived by one sister, Virginia Hopp of Dundee, IL., and one brother, Michael Jackson (Sylvia) of Williamsburg, VA. Funeral Mass will be Thursday, March 11, 2010 at 8:30 AM at Queen of Peace Catholic Church, SR 200, Ocala with Father Patrick J. O'Doherty officiating. Visitation will be Wednesday, March 10, 2010 from 4:00 - 6:00 PM at Hiers-Baxley TimberRidge, 9695 SW 110TH St., Ocala. A Committal Service will be Friday, March 12, 2010 at 1:00 PM at Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, Fl. with Military Honors provided by Angela Santos Post 4781 of Ocala. Condolences may be posted to hiers-baxley.com.
Published in Ocala Star-Banner from March 10 to March 11, 2010

ELLISON, DENVER LAWRENCE

marypalmquist91 — 2010-03-19 10:01:00Z

Ocala - Denver Lawrence Ellison, 74 passed away March 9, 2010. He was Born in Orlando, FL. and moved to Ocala from Ft. Lauderdale in 1973. He was the founder and former owner of Ellison Realty and Ellison Property Management, working as a Realtor for over 35 years. He served as President of HOPS, Board of Realtors and MLS. He was also a 32° Mason, Shriner and longtime member of First United Methodist Church of Ocala where he served as a Sunday school teacher and Chairman of the Stewardship Campaign. His hobbies included fishing, reading and traveling. Mr. Ellison earned his Bachelor's degree from the University of Florida and was an avid Gator fan. He is survived by his daughters, Lorraine Lawhorn of Longwood, Lisa Connelly of Orlando, Lindsay Bryan of Orlando and Courtney Wilson of Tampa, his sisters Marcia Graddy of Eustis and Judy Strohl of Tavares, 7 grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews as well as his wife Georgia McKenzie Ellison. Mr. Ellison was predeceased by his sister Wanda Hand. A visitation will be head on Thursday, March 11 from 6pm to 8pm at Hiers Funeral Home, Ocala, with services on Friday March 12 at 11:00AM at First United Methodist Church. Officiating will be Rev. Sue Haupert-Johnson, Rev. Allen Johnson and Dr. John Few. In lieu of flowers please send donations to First United Methodist Church:1126 E. Silver Springs Blvd. Ocala, FL 34470.
Published in Ocala Star-Banner from March 10 to March 11, 2010

DILLON, MYRTLE E.

marypalmquist91 — 2010-03-19 09:59:18Z

Reddick - Myrtle E. Dillon, 76, of Reddick, FL passed away on Thursday, March 4, 2010. Born in West Moreland, Jamaica, West Indies she has made Marion County her home since 1987. Mrs. Dillon was owner of Prestige Manor of Belleview and a member of Draw All Ministries of Ocala and also the Northend Church of Christ, Hartford, CT. Myrtle enjoyed sewing, gardening, and was an avid reader. She was pre-deceased by a daughter: Faith Dillon. Survivors include: husband of 58 years: Allan A. Dillon, Reddick, FL., children: Yvonne Lane , husband James A. Lane, Jr. CT., Carrol Dillon-Smith husband Larry, Ocala, FL., Winsome F. Jacobs husband Craig, Ocala, FL., Rose Marie Cannon Husband James, CT., Lennox Dillon wife Avalicia, Ocala, FL., Donovan Dillon wife April, TX., Michelle Dillon-Thomas husband Odee, Ocala, FL., Kyla Freeney husband Michael , Ocala, FL., siblings: Pearlie Cunningham, Jamaica, Bishop Levi Bailey, England, Minister Walter Bailey, England, Missionary Lorraine Hall, PA., Joyce Campbell, England, Evelyn Samuels, Jamaica, Avis Bailey, Jamaica, and a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. In Lieu of Flowers donations may be made to the University of Florida CDH program for neonatal and pediatric care, UF CDH Program C/O Pediatric Surgery, 1600 S.W. Archer Road, Gainesville, FL 32610-0119. Visitation will be held on Friday, March 12, 2010 from 6:00-8:00 PM at Forest Lawn Funeral Home. Services will be held at 12:00PM on Saturday, March 13, 2010 at the Draw All Ministries, Ocala, FL. Entombment will be at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens, Ocala, FL. Arrangements by Forest Lawn Funeral Home 5740 S. Pine Avenue Ocala, FL.
Published in Ocala Star-Banner from March 10 to March 11, 2010

WARNER, MARY MARGARET

marypalmquist91 — 2010-03-19 09:56:39Z

Silver Spring - Mrs. Mary Margaret Warner, 87, of Silver Springs, died Saturday, February 27, 2010, in Pittsburgh, PA. A native of Cleveland, Ohio, she and her family moved to this area in 1947, coming here from Cleveland. Mrs. Warner had a Masters Degree in Nursing, and had retired from the Joint Commission for Accreditation for Health Care Organizations. She belonged to the American Sewing Guild, and was also a member of Our Lady of the Springs Catholic Church. She is survived by her daughter, Martha Warner, Wendell, NC, her sisters Roberta Labodie and Catherine Baker, her brother Daniel Higgins, 4 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Theodore Warner and her son James Francis Warner. A Memorial Mass will be held at 11 AM on Thursday, March 11, 2010, at Our Lady of the Springs Catholic Church, 4047 NE 21st Street, Ocala. Hiers Baxley Funeral Services, 910 SE Silver Springs Blvd., is handling arrangements.
Published in Ocala Star-Banner from March 9 to March 10, 2010

SMITH, THOMAS R.

marypalmquist91 — 2010-03-19 09:54:43Z

Glenwood - Thomas R. Smith, 56, passed away March 7, 2010 at his Duvall Presbyterian Group Home in Glenwood. FL. He was born in Belvidere, IL on April 30, 1953, the son of Robert and Marilyn Smith. He lived in Ft. Lauderdale when at the age of seven, and in the second grade, he was hit by a car and severely injured. Mr. Smith is survived by his mother, Marilyn, Weirsdale, FL; sister, Linda Leckinger and husband Chris, Panacea, FL; brothers, Jack and wife Diane, Deland, FL; Dan and wife Susan, Jupiter, FL, Tim and wife Sherri, Ocala, and eight nephews. He was preceded in death by his father Robert. Graveside services will be held March 10, 2010 at 11 AM at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens. In lieu of flowers donations in Tom's honor may be made to Duvall Presbyterian Home, PO Box 220036, Glenwood, FL 32722. Online condolences may be sent to www.hiers-baxley.com . Arrangements under the care of Hiers-Baxley Funeral Services, Belleview.
Published in Ocala Star-Banner from March 9 to March 10, 2010

ROSSOMME, RAYMOND

marypalmquist91 — 2010-03-19 09:53:23Z

Ocala - Mr. Raymond Richard Rossomme, 74, passed away in Ocala, Florida on March 5, 2010. He was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on April 29, 1935. He was an Aeronautical Engineer for Pratt and Whitney Aircraft. He moved to this area in 2005 from Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. He was a member of Joy Lutheran Church in Ocala. He is survived by his loving wife Patricia of 20 years. One daughter: Jeanne Rossomme of Chevy Chase, Maryland and one son: Bud Rossomme of Bermuda. Four grandchildren: Timothy Betts, Sean Cohen, Alec Cohen and Rhys Cohen. A gathering of friends will take place at the Roberts Bruce West Chapel 6241 SW Hwy#200 Ocala (352) 854-2266 on Monday March 8, 2010 from 6-8PM. Services will take place Tuesday March 9th at 11AM at Joy Lutheran Church 7045 SW 83rd Place in Ocala. In lieu of flowers send donations to Joy Lutheran Church.
Published in Ocala Star-Banner from March 9 to March 10, 2010

KASTEN, AUGUST C.

marypalmquist91 — 2010-03-19 09:51:55Z

Ocala - August C. Kasten, 83, passed away March 6, 2010 in Ocala, FL. He was born in Maribel, WI and was postmaster for 33 years in Maribel. He moved to Ocala in 2003 from Green Bay, WI. He was a member of Abiding Hope Lutheran Church and was a charter member of Maribel Lions Club. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Shirley Kasten of Ocala; daughters, Myra (Bill) Knoener of Ocala, Cynthia (Richard) Mleziva of Manitowoc, WI, and Judith Kasten of Ocala; sons, James (Cindy) Kasten of Elkhorn, NE and John (Karen) Kasten of Ocala; sister, Elsie (Ray) Kratz of Luxemburg, WI; 8 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Mr. Kasten was pre-deceased by 4 brothers and 4 sisters. In lieu of flowers contributions to Abiding Hope Lutheran Church Building Fund or Hospice of Marion County. Arrangements by Hiers-Baxley Funeral Services-Ocala. Condolences may be posted to hiers-baxley.com .
Published in Ocala Star-Banner from March 9 to March 10, 2010

GIBSON, JUDI LYNN

marypalmquist91 — 2010-03-19 09:50:33Z

Dunnellon - Judi Lynn Gibson passed away on March 5, 2010 at Legacy House Hospice. Judi was born and raised in the Chicago area. She then moved to Texas in the mid 1970s where she met her husband, Fred while working for American Airlines. Once married, they moved to Long Island New York. Judi was a very successful business woman with the New York Transit Authority. Judi and Fred moved to Ocala where they lived an active life. Judi enjoyed golf, bridge, bunko, and traveling all over the world. She loved her friends and family very much. Judi is survived by her husband Fred Gibson, daughter Tracy (Rich) McDonough, son Garrett (Lisa) Kornegay, stepdaughter Susan (Sam) Schildcrout, seven grandchildren, two great grandchildren, and sister Janice (Robert) Stromberg. Service will be held at Roberts Funeral Home, Dunnellon on Wednesday, March 10, 2010 at 11:00AM. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made in Judi's name to the Legacy House Hospice.
Published in Ocala Star-Banner from March 9 to March 10, 2010

CONSIDER, CAROLYN M.

marypalmquist91 — 2010-03-19 09:48:49Z

Ocala - Carolyn M. Consider, 70, of Ocala, FL passed away on Saturday, March 6 at Munroe Regional Medical Center. She was born on September 11, 1939 in Atlanta, GA and moved to Key West, FL at age 5. She attended school in Key West and graduated from Key West High School in 1958. It was also in Key West that Carolyn met and married the love of her life, Dennis Consider, and raised their three children. She has made Ocala her home since 1985. Carolyn worked primarily in retail sales and was a longtime employee of Sears. Her greatest joy came from caring for others, and she devoted most of her life and time to caring for her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She will be missed by all who are left behind, but they will carry with them forever the lessons of love, giving, and selflessness that Carolyn taught them through her example. She was of the Christian faith. She was preceded in death by her husband of 41 years, Dennis Consider; her parents, Robert and Eloise Jenkins; and her brother, Robert Jenkins, Jr. She is survived by her beloved children Denise Fleenor, Susan Consider, and Robert (Melissa) Consider; her grandchildren, Charles Fleenor, Amanda Fleenor, Jennifer Fleenor, Amber James, Leigh Consider, Zachary Consider, and Jaeda Brewer; and two great grandchildren, all of Ocala, FL; her sisters, Beverly Curtis of Ellensburg, WA and Diane Smith and Brenda Stevens of Ocala, FL. She is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, March 11 at 4:00 p.m. at Hiers-Baxley Funeral Home, 910 S.E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, FL. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Interment will be at Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, FL.
Published in Ocala Star-Banner from March 9 to March 10, 2010

BURNS, LOIS LYNCH

marypalmquist91 — 2010-03-19 09:46:49Z

Ocklawaha - Lois Lynch Burns, 88, of Ocklawaha, passed away on March 7, 2010 at Prestige Manor, ALF, in Belleview, Florida. Born in Ocala, Florida to Earl and Bertha S. Lynch (deceased), she grew up in Deland, Florida. On June 7, 1944, she married Melvin R. Burns and they had 64 years together. He preceded her in death on October 3, 2008. She retired from the State of Florida after more than 30 years. She then traveled extensively to the Central American Countries, Alaska and most of the United States. She enjoyed birding, photography, cooking, and the many dogs they bred, raised and loved. Lois leaves behind many nephews, nieces, cousins and extended family members. She touched many lives and will be missed by all of them and the staff of Prestige Manor who loved and cared for her these last years. A memorial service will be held at Roberts Funeral Homes, Bruce Chapel East (2739 SE Maricamp Rd., Ocala, 352-732-9944) on Saturday (March 13th) at 11 AM. She will be buried at Florida National Cemetery with her beloved husband, Mel. In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the Humane Society of Marion County PO Box 1542 Ocala, FL 34478.
Published in Ocala Star-Banner from March 9 to March 10, 2010

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Re: David Anthony Silva

MALIMBA1115 — 2010-03-18 05:57:00Z

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Thomas Yates (obit) b: 1824 ILL d: 1892 KS m: Margaret Myers

RoseStout54 — 2010-03-18 02:45:13Z

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Obituary

Died ---- At his residence 1 mile south and 4 miles east of Haven, Friday morning, Feb. 26th, 1892, of la gripp. Thomas Yates, age 67 years, 4 months and 29 days.

The deceased was born in ILL. On July 27th, 1824, and on Nov. 9th, 1847 was married to Margaret Myers, to whom were born five children four boys an done girl, all of whom are living except the youngest son who died March 22, 1877, one of the boys now lives in Washington Co. Kan., and the other children live in McLean Co., ILL. Two of his sons were with him in his last sickness. Mr. Yates came to Kan., about seven years ago and settled on the place where he died. He was an industrious honest unassuming gentleman, one of those whom no one could say aught against. Not only respected but loved by all who knew him Funeral services were held in the Congregational church at Mt. Hope, Sunday morning, where a large number of sympathizing neighbors and friends gathered to pay their last tribute of respect to the departed.

Mr. Yates was married three times, his first and second companions were both buried in ILL. Mrs. Yates, who lived with him until the death angel called him home, has no children. The bereaved family have the sympathy of the entire community.

Haven Independent
Haven, Reno County, Kansas
Thursday, March 3, 1892
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Reno Tidings

Mr. T. J. Yates, of McLean ILL. and --- Yates of Washington Co. Kan. were here to attend their father, Thomas Yates funeral Sunday.

Haven Independent
Haven, Reno County, Kansas
Thursday, March 3, 1892
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Frank Wheeler (obit) d: 1892 KS

RoseStout54 — 2010-03-18 02:41:13Z

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Died ---- Friday Feb., 19th, 1892 at his sons residence in Sumner township, Frank Wheeler, age sixty-nine years. The deceased was buried in the Priest cemetery on the following day, Rev. Foster, conducted the funeral services. We have made inquiry of several parties but have not been able to learn any of the particulars concerning the deceased.

Haven Independent
Haven, Reno County, Kansas
Thursday, March 3, 1892
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Miss Eugenie Valdois (obit) b: France d: 1892 KS

RoseStout54 — 2010-03-18 02:39:35Z

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Died

At her home 2 miles north and 4 miles west of Andale, Sunday at 12 o’clock April 17th, 1892. Miss Eugenie Valdois, age 21 years, 8 months and 22 days the deceased was born in France and came with her parents to Kansas 8 years ago last March. Funeral services were held in the Catholic church at Andale on Tuesday at 10 a.m.

Death in this instance, as in most all others, was very sudden and unexpected, taking one that was the very picture of health, and just coming to years of maturity.

She leaves a host of friends that mourn her death.

Haven Independent
Haven, Reno County, Kansas
Thursday, April 21, 1892
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Roberta Imogene (Gabriel) Smith (obit) b: 1914 KS d: 1940 m: Albert F Smith

RoseStout54 — 2010-03-18 02:36:02Z

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Turon Woman Killed At Railroad Crossing

Four Members of Albert Smith Family Injured Near Hutchinson Tuesday.

The Turon community was deeply shocked to learn of the tragic death of one of the well known women, Mrs. Albert Smith, 29, who passed away at 2:30 o’clock Tuesday afternoon at Grace hospital, Hutchinson, from injuries received when the car in which she was riding with her husband and three children, collided with a Santa Fe motor car.

The fatal accident occurred at the Sante Fe crossing on the Hutchinson – Partridge diagonal road one-half mile west of the Salt City Hatchery at the west edge of Hutchinson, about 10 o’clock Tuesday morning.

Mr. Smith was driving the model A sedan and Mrs. Smith and their eleven month old daughter, betty, were riding with him in the front seat, while Carol and Nancy, five and Three year-old daughters, were riding in the back seat. Mr. Smith apparently did not see or hear the motor car as he approached the crossing. The auto struck the two car motor train near the rear of the first car. The auto was completely demolished and the engine was torn from the frame and hurled 60 feet from the body.

The injured people were rushed to the grace hospital in an ambulance. Mrs. Smith suffered severe bruises and her scalp was torn from front to back, Mr. Smith was badly bruised and severely cut, but regained consciousness soon after the accident. Betty received fractures of both legs, while Carol and Nancy were badly bruised but not critically injured.

Some Turon folks passed the scene of the accident soon after is occurred but did not recognize the Smith family at the time. The Smith family have the deepest sympathy of their many friends. Another daughter, Mildred, 7, was in school at Turon at the time of the accident.

The body of Mrs. Smith was brought to Turon Tuesday afternoon in the Foulk ambulance. The Smith family moved to Turon about two years ago from a farm west of Turon, and were operating a dairy at their residence in the east part of town.

Turon Press
Turon, Reno County, Kansas
Thursday, October 17, 1940
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In Memoriam

Roberta Imogene Gabriel, daughter of Carl and Lizzie Gabriel, was born at Abbyville, Kans., Oct. 31, 1914, and departed this life Oct. 15, 1940, at the age of 25 years, eleven months and 15 days.

In her early teens she was converted and became a member of the Turon Methodist Episcopal church of which she was a faithful member until her death.

On January 15, 1932, she was united in marriage to Albert F. Smith. To this union were born: Mildred, 7 years old; Carol, five; Nancy, three; and baby Betty, eleven months old.

She was preceded in death by her father in 1932. Surviving her are the husband, four little daughter, her mother, Lizzie Snedecor; one brother, Charley Gabriel, all of Turon, and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held in the Truon Methodist church, Saturday, Oct 19, at 2:00 p.m., conducted by Rev. R. W. O. Knowles and Rev. R. F. Lyon. Interment was made in the Turon cemetery. Foulk and Son had charge of funeral arrangements.

Car Of Thanks

We desire to express our sincere thanks to our many friends and neighbors for their kindly deeds, and expressions of sympathy during our bereavement. Your kindness will never be forgotten.

Albert Smith and Family,
Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Snedecor,
Mr. and Mrs. Charley Gabriel,
Mr. and Mrs. L. G. Smith and Family

Turon Press
Turon, Reno County, Kansas
Thursday, October 24, 1940
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Turon Cemetery
Miami Township
Turon, Reno County, Kansas

Roberta I. Smith – b: 1914 d: 1940 – mother

Albert Smith – b; Nov 1 1910 d: Feb 26 1998

Nancy (Smith) Trentman – b; 1937 d: 1967 - daughter

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L Freeman Smith (obit) b: 1871 ILL d: 1945 KS m: Vera M King

RoseStout54 — 2010-03-18 00:29:58Z

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Funeral Rites for L. F. Smith Sunday

Funeral services for L. F. Smith, well known resident of the community just west of Turon, who passed away last Thursday at 2:09 p.m., at Grace hospital, Hutchinson, were held Sunday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock in the Truon Methodist church, conducted by Rev. Charles S. Hutsell.

Mr. Smith had been in failing health for several weeks and was taken to the hospital for an operation.

Interment was made in the Turon cemetery. Foulk Funeral home was in charge of funeral arrangements.

A perfect gentleman at all times, under all circumstances, the deceased commanded the respect and esteem of all who knew him. His life was a blessing and a benefaction to all within the sphere of its influence.

L. Freeman Smith, son of John and Lucinda Smith, was born September 14, 1871 at Preemption, ILL., and passed away at Hutchinson, Kansas, June 7, 1945, at the age of 73 years, eight months and 23 days.

He came with his parents to Kansas when but a lad and settled on a farm in Meade county in 1878, later coming to Reno county and settling on a farm in the Turon community in 1901, where he had since resided.

Mr. Smith was united in marriage with Vera M. King on July 31, 1907. To this union six children were born, four sons an two daughters, Albert and Claude, of Turon, Pfc. Ralph and Pfc. John, in the service of their country; Mabel Jolliff of Kansas City, Kans., and Olive Kelly of Lakin, Kans.

Besides his widow and children, he is survived by twelve grandchildren, and on sister, Mrs. Hulda Lewis, of Hutchinson. Mrs. Lewis and her brother were always very close to each other, and she had just observed her 79th birthday anniversary on the day her brother underwent the surgical operation, from which he could not recover.

Many other relatives and a host of friends mourn his passing.

Turon Press
Turon, Reno County, Kansas
Thursday, June 14, 1945
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Cemetery Records for Reno County Kansas (book)

Turon Cemetery
Miami Township
Turon, Reno County, Kansas

L. Freeman Smith – b: 1871 d: 1945

Vera M. Smith – b: 1889 d: 1962

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Baby Smith (obit) d: 1948 KS Infant son of Ralph Smith

RoseStout54 — 2010-03-18 00:20:30Z

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Baby Died at Birth

The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Smith died at birth at 3:35 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 31. He was named Dale Craig.

Turon Press
Turon, Reno County, Kansas
Thursday, September 2, 1948
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Albert F Smith (obit) b: 1910 KS d: 1998 KS

RoseStout54 — 2010-03-18 00:17:26Z

Albert F. Smith

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Albert F. Smith, 87, of Hutchinson, died Feb. 26, 1998, at Hutchinson Hospital.
He was born April 7, 1910, at Turon, the son of L. Freeman and Vera Maybelle King Smith. He was a 1928 graduate of Turon High School, A Hutchinson resident since 1944, he was a retired carpenter.

He belonged to First United Methodist, the Elmdale Pioneer Center and the Loyal Order of Moose No. 982.

On Dec. 3, 1976, he married Lois Mae Davis Waver at Hutchinson. She survives.

Other survivors include: a son, David Smith, Hutchinson; three daughters, Mildred Ince, Fordland, Mo., Carol Mitchell, Butler, Mo., and Betty Siver, Scott City; a step-daughter, Georgia Buffum, Inglewood, Colo.; 18 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by a son, Larry Smith; a daughter, Nancy Trentman; two grandchildren; three brother, and two sisters.

Funeral will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Elliott Mortuary Chapel, Hutchinson, with Dr. D. Allen Polen Jr. Presiding. Friends may call from noon to 9 p.m. today and 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday, all at the mortuary. Burial will be in Turon Cemetery.

Memorials may be sent to Oakwood Rehabilitation Center or to the Good Samaritan Fund at Wesley Towers, both in car of the mortuary.

Hutchinson News
Hutchinson, Reno County, Kansas
Saturday, February 28, 1998
page – B4 *** column – 2

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Turon Cemetery
Miami Township
Turon, Reno County, Kansas

Albert Smith – b; Apr 7 1910 d: Feb 26 1998

Lois M. Smith – b; Nov 1 1912 d: (no date)

(Note: Albert & Lois are on the same headstone)

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