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Mon Dec 31 20:04:04 2007
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Fri Jan 4 16:13:14 2008
Name of Deceased: Evans,Mary Kathryn
Name of Newspaper: Journal Courier
Date of Obituary: Aug 20 1986 
Obituary: Mary Kathryn EVANS, wife of Joseph EVANS, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. S. T. ERIXON
Submitted by: Joann Brasel 
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Thu Jan 31 22:25:56 2008
Name of Deceased: SPIRES, Nellie Mae Nunnelly
Name of Newspaper: Waverly
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Obituary: (Taken from the Waverly, Illinois paper.) SPIRES Mrs. Nellie May SPIRES, wife of Albert J. Spires, a lifelong resident of Morgan County, passed away Sunday, June 17, at Our Saviour’s Hospital after an illness of two weeks duration following an operation for acute appendicitis. Nellie M. Nunnelly was a daughter of Joseph & Margaret NUNNELLY, and was born December 17th, 1876 near Raymond, Illinois. When still a child she removed with her parents to Waverly, and resided here until a few years ago. For some time she was employed as saleslady in the firm of J. Herman of Jacksonville. In August, 1922, she was united in marriage with A. J. SPIRES, who with 1 sister, Mrs. George SAMPLES of Jacksonville, and 2 brothers, Amos and William SPAINHOWER, of this city, survive her. She was preceded in death by her mother in April 1921, and by 1 brother, Oliver, in December 1927. Her father died July 14, 1927. For the past seven years she has been associated with her husband in his business. Of a quiet, amiable disposition, she won the respect of all with whom she came in contact. She was an adherent of the Centenary M. E. Church in Jacksonville and was most keenly interested in anything pertaining to the religious life of the community. Her business activities brought her many contacts with the public, and caused her to be widely known. She leaves a large circle of friends who mourn her loss. Funeral services were held at 1:30 Thursday afternoon, June 19, at the residence in Jacksonville. Rev. Francis E. Smith, pastor of Centenary M. E. church, officiating, assisted by Rev. John R. Ralph, of Franklin. Burial was in East Cemetery, Waverly.
Submitted by: Dorothy Cox Woodruff 
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Thu Jan 31 23:00:52 2008
Name of Deceased: COX, Emily (ANTLE)
Name of Newspaper: Jacksonville Journal
Date of Obituary: January 30, 1917 
Obituary: COX Mrs. A. W. COX of Orleans died at Our Savior's hospital Monday afternoon at 1:15 o'clock. Deceased was the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. James ANTLE and was born near Orleans, November 16, 1845. She was united in marriage to A. W. Cox about 46 years ago. Besides her husband she is survived by the following children: Florence and Lloyd, residing at home; Charles COX, Peoria; Clyde COX, Orleans; Iven COX, Jacksonville. One son, Louis preceded her in death. Mrs. COX was a member of the Primitive Baptist church and was a woman possessed of many strong traits of character which endeared her to a large circle of friends. For many years Mrs. Cox had been a resident of the community southeast of Jacksonville. Her influence for good radiated from that home and so her death will be mourned in many homes other than her own. Devoted to her family, her church and her friends. Mrs. COX lived earnestly and helpfully. Arrangements for the funeral have been completed and will be held from the residence Wednesday at 1 o'clock, with interment in Sulphur Springs cemetery.
Submitted by: Dorothy Cox Woodruff 
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Thu Jan 31 23:05:15 2008
Name of Deceased: COX, James M.
Name of Newspaper: Jacksonville Journal
Date of Obituary: January 22, 1908 
Obituary: COX James M. COX, one of the oldest native residents of Morgan County, passed away at the family residence, 5 miles north of Pisgah, Wednesday morning at 11:59 o'clock at the age of 82 years. He was the son of Ancil & Lucy COX and was born on February 10, 1825 on the same quarter section of land on which he died. He was known by all as a man of honesty, upright character and for his deeds of kindness. He was married February 26, 1846 to Sarah PETRE and besides his wife is survived by 2 daughters, Mrs. Ansen (Ancil) BUCHANAN of Waverly, & Mrs. John JOHNSON of Jacksonville, and 2 sons, J. W. COX of Curran, Illinois & H. P. COX of Orleans. There is also one brother surviving, Albert COX of Orleans, & one sister, Mrs. Mary E. TURNEY of Decatur. The funeral services will be conducted Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Sulph Springs Primative Baptist Church in charge of Rev. S. A. ELKINS of Montgomery City, Missouri with interment in Sulphur Springs Cemetery.
Submitted by: Dorothy Cox Woodruff 
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Thu Jan 31 23:18:36 2008
Name of Deceased: WOOD, Emily Katherine (COX)
Name of Newspaper: Jacksonville Journal
Date of Obituary: January 28, 1899 
Obituary: Mrs. George WOOD died at her home near Pisgah Friday morning after an illness extending over many years. She was a very catimable lady and highly respected in the community, which had been her home for so many years. The funeral will take place from the Union Baptist church, Sulpher Springs, Sunday at 1 o’clock p.m.
Submitted by: Dorothy Cox Woodruff 
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Thu Jan 31 23:21:43 2008
Name of Deceased: WOOD, Emily Katherine COX)
Name of Newspaper: Jacksonville Journal
Date of Obituary: January 30, 1899 
Obituary: The funeral over the remains of the late Mrs. Emily WOOD took place from the Union Baptist church, near Pisgah, at 2 p.m. the services were in charge of Elder H. M. Curry, of Pleasant Plains. Mrs. Emily WOOD was born near Pisgah, September 27, 1947, and after a long illness of about 13 years, passed to her eternal rest. She was a devout member of the Primitive Baptist church, having joined that denomination in July, 1890, and up to her passing away had been a faithful, devout Christian and when the grim gleaner called she was ready to go. Her life had been a shining example to others for she was a Christian in all that the word implies, and was every ready to counsel others to so live that when the dread summons might come that they, too, could lay the burden down and pass to the home of the soul with the blessed hope of immortality. She was married to George Wood, of Pisgah, on January 14, 1867. To them were born three sons and one daughter, namely, Walter, James B., Milton M. and Miss Laura B., all of whom survive her. The pall bearers were all brothers of the deceased husband, James, David, Iven, Milton and Richard and Jas BEEKMAN, the latter being a brother-in- law. Interment was in Union Baptist church cemetery.
Submitted by: Dorothy Cox Woodruff 
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Thu Jan 31 23:26:24 2008
Name of Deceased: WOOD, George
Name of Newspaper: Jacksonville Journal
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Obituary: Final Rites for George WOOD Today Services for Aged and Well Known Morgan County Resident to be Held This Afternoon Funeral services for George Wood, long time resident of Morgan county, whose death occurred Sunday morning at his home 10 miles southeast of the city, will be held this afternoon at the Sulphur Springs Baptist church at 2:30 o'clock. Interment will be in Union Cemetery. Last December Mr. WOOD was stricken with paralysis from which he never recovered. Since that time, his health has been unsatisfactory, death coming as indicated. George WOOD was the son of the late Judge Samuel and Martha Moore WOOD, and was born at the old homestead on December 9, 1842. Of 10 children of this union, only 1 survives, R. S. WOOD who resides three miles north of Jacksonville. The deceased was married to Miss Emily COX on January 14, 1868. She preceded him in death January 27, 1899. To this union were born 4 children: Walter W., James B.; and Milton M., all of this county and Laura B., who died January 14, 1907. Four grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren also survive. He was united in marriage to Miss Belle BERRYMAN on November 28, 1900, who has ever been his faithful companion. Mr. Wood took a great interest in fine animals being especially a lover of horses and in spite of being handicapped from birth by being a cripple he raised and trained many fine horses, during the years when horses were not only a source of income but one of the main sources of entertainment as well. For 58 years he has lived on his splendid farm where he passed away. He was a charter member of the I. O. O. F. lodge of Franklin, Illinois, in which he took a great interest so long as his health permitted, and for many years has been a devoted member of the primitive Baptist church at Sulphur Springs, Illinois, having united with that institution in June, 1890.
Submitted by: Dorothy Cox Woodruff 
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Thu Jan 31 23:30:44 2008
Name of Deceased: WOODS, Walter
Name of Newspaper: Illinois State Journal
Date of Obituary: May 28, 1930 
Obituary: Morgan Man Dies After Auto Crash Jacksonville, May 27 - Walter WOODS 62, died today of injuries received in an automobile accident Saturday night. His chest was injured when he was crushed against the steering wheel of his car. According to statements of his brother, he was going home late Saturday night and the light of his car went out, causing him to crash into a bank. He is thought to have remained in an unconscious condition in the car before he was discovered. He was alone at the time of the accident. Mr. WOODS was the son of the late Mr. & Mrs. George WOODS. He has spent his entire life in this county, having been engaged in farming in the Pisgah neighborhood. He is survived by his wife, 2 sons, Albert, Jerseyville, and George of this city; 1 daughter, Mrs. Earl LUKEMAN; 2 brothers, Milton and James, both of this city. Funeral services will be held at 2:30 o'clock tomorrow afternoon at the Reynold's Chapel and burial will be in Pisgah Cemetery.
Submitted by: Dorothy Cox Woodruff 
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Thu Jan 31 23:33:57 2008
Name of Deceased: WOOD, Laura
Name of Newspaper: Jacksonville Journal
Date of Obituary: January 16, 1907 
Obituary: WOOD - Miss Laura WOOD, daughter of George Wood died at her home near Pisgah, Tuesday morning at 11 o’clock from heart disease, at the age of 31 years. She is survived by 3 brothers, James of Pisgah, Walter of Franklin, and Milton of this city, also her father. Funeral services will be conducted Thursday afternoon at 1 o’clock from the Union Baptist church at Pisgah in charge of Rev. George Murray of Winchester.
Submitted by: Dorothy Cox Woodruff 
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Thu Jan 31 23:39:18 2008
Name of Deceased: BUCHANAN, Ancil
Name of Newspaper: Jacksonville Daily Journal
Date of Obituary: September 1916 
Obituary: Ancil BUCHANAN, son of Benjamin and Mary BOWYER BUCHANAN, was born in Sulphur Springs neighborhood, August 27, 1848. He died September 9, 1916 at 5:10 a.m., at his home seven miles southwest of Waverly. Mr. Buchanan has been a life long resident of Morgan County, having lived here 68 years and 12 days. He was married to Julia Ann COX, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. James COX of near Orleans, on June 20, 1870. Mr. BUCHANAN is survived by his wife, 4 brothers and 2 half-brothers who are: Thomas, William and Benjamin F. of Pisgah, and John Alexander of Jacksonville, E. T. SAMPLE of Pisgah and J. D. SAMPLE of Auburn; also 2 sisters who preceded him in death, Mrs. Elizabeth PARMENTER and Mrs. Mary SUMMERS. Funeral services were held Monday morning at Sulphur Springs Church near Pisgah, Rev. Ed Curry officiating. Interment was in Sulphur Springs Cemetery.
Submitted by: Dorothy Cox Woodruff 
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Thu Jan 31 23:43:26 2008
Name of Deceased: COX, Lloyd W.
Name of Newspaper: Illinois State Journal-Register
Date of Obituary: November 2, 1933 
Obituary: Jacksonville, Nov. 1, Funeral services for Lloyd W. COX were held at 2:30 o'clock this afternoon at the Gillham Furneral Home, Rev. W. C. MEEKER officiating. The remains were taken to the Sulphur Springs Cemetery for interment.
Submitted by: Dorothy Cox Woodruff 
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Thu Jan 31 23:48:21 2008
Name of Deceased: COX, Elizabeth Marion (STRAWN)
Name of Newspaper: Jacksonville Courier
Date of Obituary: November 1, 1933 
Obituary: Bring Remains of Mrs. Cox to City For Burial The remains of Mrs. Elizabeth Marian COX, wife of Charles V. COX, who died in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, Monday as the result of an automobile collision, were brought here Tuesday morning to the Gillham Funeral Home. Word Tuesday from Cape Girardeau indicated that Mr. COX, who was badly injured showed slight improvement during the night. He is suffering from a fractured skull and other injuries. Physicians believe he has chances for recovery. Mrs. COX was born December 18, 1866 east of Jacksonville, a daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Jacob W. STRAWN. She and her husband were enroute here from their home in Mt. Olive, Mississippi, at the time of the fatal accident. They were called to Morgan County by the serious illness and death of his brother, Lloyd COX. Mrs. COX leaves her husband, her parents, Mr. & Mrs. Jacob W. STRAWN; three brothers, Jacob L.; Julius C.; and Harry T. STRAWN, and 1 sister, Mrs. Helen P. BARRETT. The remains were taken Tuesday afternoon to the home of her parents, east of Jacksonville. Funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock at the Gillham Funeral Home. Burial will be in Diamond Grove Cemetery.
Submitted by: Dorothy Cox Woodruff 
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Tue Feb 5 08:40:04 2008
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Wed Feb 13 15:37:05 2008
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Sun Feb 17 10:03:33 2008
Name of Deceased: BAHAH, Dan Sr.
Name of Newspaper: Jacksonville Courier
Date of Obituary: June 30, 1927 
Obituary: Daniel BAHAN, Sr., a resident of this city since 1882 and who was prominent in both city and county life for many years to follow, died at Our Savior's hospital Wednesday afternoon at 4 o'clock, after a period of lingering illness. After coming to Jacksonville, Mr. BAHAN served as deputy sheriff under W.C. WRIGHT for four years. In 1886 he was elected assessor and treasurer of Morgan county and served four years in this office. Mr. BAHAN was for several years a member of the city council, representing the fourth ward as alderman. Upon the death of Mayor Charles WIDMAYER, Mr. BAHAN was chosen to serve the remainder of the term. In recent years he had retired from active life, and was living at his home, 215 West Beecher avenue. Daniel BAHAN was born in Philadelphia, Pa., in 1843. Early in life he came to Morgan county and settled at Waverly, where for fifteen years he conducted a blacksmith shop. He is survived by his wife, one son, Daniel BAHAN, Jr., seven grandchildren and five great grandchildren. The remains were prepared for burial at the funeral parlors of John H. O'DONNELL and removed to the home today. Funeral services will be held from the Church of Our Savior on Friday morning at 8:30 o'clock with interment in Calvary cemetery.
Submitted by: Robyn Behen 
E-mail: behenthere@mchsi.com