Lillie Belle McWhirter Williams

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McWhirter - Bridges Family

Chapter 13
Lillie Belle McWhirter Williams
of
Tonti Township, Marion County, Illinois

Lillie Belle McWHIRTER, born 1868, Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois, daughter of Charles Pitts and Rebecca (HAMMER) McWHIRTER (See Chapter 7). She died 1949, Marion County, Illinois.
    Belle married Andrew J. "Andy" WILLIAMS 6 Feb 1887 by James M. Harvey, JP. Andy was born 1865 and died 1935.They are buried in Martin Cemetery, Foster Township.
    Aunt Belle and Uncle Andy had a big house in Tonti Township. It was located on the northeast corner of Oak Grove Road and Martin Road. My grandmother, Grace (BASSETT) CONANT (See Chapter 15) told me that when she was a little girl that she and her cousins use to slide down the banister of Aunt Belle's house. It evidently had a long staircase with a nice solid banister. I also would imagine that Aunt Belle didn't know they were doing that. The house has been torn down and there is a new home there and Gary and Pam (McWHIRTER) HAWKINS live there (See Chapter 11, 2-1-2).

Children of Andrew J. and Lillie Belle McWHIRTER WILLIAMS:

1. Roy Jackson WILLAMS, born 21 Nov 1887.
    Roy married Rosa E. BORING.
    (See #1 following)

2. Theodore "Pidd" WILLIAMS, born 7 Dec 1889.
    Pidd married Elizabeth Maria GERTNER.
    (See #2 following)

3. Rose WILLAMS, born 1891, Marion County, Illinois.
    Rose married Ira Younger "Peck" CALDWELL.
    (See #3 following)

4. Carrie Williams, born 1894.
    Carrie married Rufus STEPHENS.
    (See #4 following)

5. Florence WILLAMS, born 1897.
    Florence married 1st Emery B. WRIGHT.
    (See #5 following)

6. Arthur WILLAMS, born 1900/01, Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois.

7. Marshall WILLAMS, born 15 Nov 1903, Alma, Marion County, Illinois.
    Marshal married 1st Nellie Clara NICHOLS.
    (See #7 following)

8. Floyd Pat WILLAMS, born 1906, Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois.
    Floyd married Ava Ellen MATTHEWS.
    (See #8 following)

9. Gertrude WILLAMS , born 9 Jun 1910, Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois.
    Gertrude married Denzil B. GAMMON.
    (See #9 following)

#1
Roy Jackson Williams
of
Marion County, Illinois

       Roy Jackson WILLAMS, born 21 Nov 1887, son of Andrew Jackson and Lillie Belle (McWHIRTER) WILLIAMS. Roy died 18 May 1974. Burial in the Alma Cemetery, Alma, Marion County, Illinois.
    Roy married Rosa E. BORING 2 Feb 1910, Marion County, Illinois. He was 22 and she was 18 when they married. They later divorced. She was born 11 Mar 1893, daughter of Thomas Jefferson "Jeff" and Josie (EAGAN) BORING. Rosa died 9 May 1969. Burial in the Alma Cemetery, Alma, Marion County, Illinois. Rosa married 2nd Oscar T. SMITH.
    On 16 Apr 1910, the census shows Roy (22) and Rosa (18) WILLIAMS living in Tonti Township, Marion County, Illinois. They and their parents were said to have been born in Illinois. Roy was a farmer. They were renting their farm. They had been married for less than a year. She had given birth to no children.
    On 5 Jun 1917, Roy's World War 1 Draft Registration Card has, Roy J. WILLIAMS age 29, born 21 Nov 1887, Alma, Illinois. He was living in Alma, Marion County, Illinois. He was a self-employed farmer, supporting a wife and four children. He was medium in height and build with gray eyes and brown hair.
    On 14 Jan 1920, the census shows Roy J. (33) and Rosa (28) WILLIAMS living in Kinmundy Township, Marion County, Illinois. They and their parents were said to have been born in Illinois. Roy was a farmer. They were renting their farm. With them were their children: Gerald B. WILLIAMS age 9, born IL; Clana A. WILLIAMS age 7, born IL; Clyde WILLIAMS age 4 years and 9 months, born IL; Clrous V. WILLIAMS age 3 years and 3 months, born IL; and Ralph D. WILLIAMS age 1, born IL.
    On 30 Apr 1930, the census shows Roy J. (42) and Rosa (38) WILLIAMS living in Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois. They and their parents were said to have been born in Illinois. Roy was a farmer. They were renting their farm. Roy was not a veteran. They owned a radio. Roy was said to have been 22 and Rosa 18 when they married. With them were their children: Clyde WILLIAMS age 14, born IL; William WILLIAMS age 8, born IL; Alflietta WILLIAMS age 6, born IL; and Jean WILLIAMS age 3 years and 10 months, born IL.
    In 1942, Roy's World War 2 Draft Registration Card has, Roy Jackson WILLIAMS age 55, born 21 Nov 1887, Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois. He was living in Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois. Alma Post Office. Nearst relative was Rosa WILLIAMS, same address.

Children of Roy J. and Rosa (BORING) WILLIAMS:

1-1. Clyde J. WILLAMS.
    Clyde married Ann TOCKSTEIN 12 Oct 1935, Alma, Illinois.
    Clyde was in the wholesale butter and eggs business in Chicago for 35 years.
    They lived in Glen Ellen, Illinois from 1955

Children of Clyde and Ann (TOCKSTEIN) WILLIAMS:

1-1-1. Edward WILLAMS. Of Glen Ellen, Illinois.

1-1-2. Alice WILLAMS. Married Mr. O'ROURKE. Live in Glendale Heights, Illinois.

Children of ___?___ and Alice (WILLIAMS) O'ROURKE:

1-1-2-1. Catherine O'ROURKE.

       1-1-2-2. Thomas O'ROURKE.

1-2. Chloris WILLAMS, of Mt. Zion, Illinois.

1-3. William WILLAMS, of Champaign, Illinois.

1-4. Alfleta WILLAMS, born 10 Sep 1923, Marion County, Illinois. She lived in Scottsdale, Arizona.
    Alfleta married Ancel ARNOLD 30 Jun 1946. He was born 3 May 1921, Marion County, Illinois, son of Hobart and Eunice (QUAYLE) ARNOLD.
    Ancel was a Methodist minister.

Children of Ancel and Alfleta (WILLIAMS) ARNOLD:

1-4-1. Dana ARNOLD, born 4 Ian 1949.

1-4-2. Katharine ARNOLD, born 26 May 1951. (Twin of Kenneth)

1-4-3. Kenneth ARNOLD, born 26 May 1951. (Twin of Katharine)

1-5. Jean WILLAMS, of Champaign, Illinois.
Jean married 1st Jim SIPES.
Jean married 2nd Mr. MINER.

Son of Jim and Jean (WILLIAMS) SIPES:

2-5-1. a son SIPES.

1-6. Betty WILLAMS, of Champaign, Illinois.
Betty married Wally LIDSTER 18 Jan 1953, Milligeville, Ohio, by Rev. Ancel Arnold (See 3-2-4 this chapter). They live in Asheville, North Carolina.

Children of Wally and Betty (WILLIAMS) LIDSTER:

2-6-1. Timothy "Tim" LIDSTER of Chandler, Arizona.

2-6-2. Edward "Ed" LIDSTER of Fletcher, Vermont.

2-6-3. Debbie LIDSTER. Married Later. Lives in Cincinnati, Ohio.

1-7. Gerald "Jack" WILLAMS, born 1910, Illinois. He died 10 Aug 1966, Buckeye, Arizona.
Jack married Marjorie E. HARRIS. She was born 24 Dec 1909, Marion County, Illinois. Daughter of James R. and Minnie (Nelson) HARRIS. She died Saturday, 17 Feb 1990, Tucson, Arizona. He is buried in Alma, Illinois.

Children of Gerald and Marjorie E. (HARRIS) WILLIAMS:

1-7-1. James WILLIAMS. Lives in Livermore, California.

    1-7-2. Beverly WILLAMS. Married Mr. BOWERS. Lives in Tucson, Arizona.

2-8. Claude A. "Tub" WILLIAMS, born 22 May 1912, Alma, Illinois. He died Sunday, 3 Dec 1989, Salem, Illinois.
    Tub married Nellie F. CHANDLER 26 Feb 1934 (sister of Doretha (CHANDLER) SULLENS. (See Chapter 17 for Doretha's Family) Nellie was born 31 Aug 1917. He is buried in Alma Cemetery.
    Tub was a machinist for Stanford Engineering in Salem. He was a member of Alma Christian Church and a member of the Kinmundy Masonic Lodge.

Children of Claude A. and Nellie F. (CHANDLER) WILLIAMS:

1-8-1. Claude Burdett WILLAMS, of Salem, Illinois. Married Gladys BRIMBERRY.

    1-8-2. Charles L. WILLAMS, born 28 Aug 1937. He died 5 Sep 1978, Centralia, Marion County, Illinois.
    Charles married Doris BOBETT.
    Charles was the operator of the Salem Sewage Plant.

Children of Charles L. and Doris (BOBETT) WILLIAMS:

1-8-2-1. Brent WILLAMS.

1-8-2-2. Andrew "Andy" WILLAMS.

1-8-2-3. Jon WILLAMS.

1-8-2-4. Connie WILLAMS, married Mr. ALBERT of Salem. (Connie is twin of Carol.)

1-8-2-5. Carol WILLAMS, married Mr. TATE of Salem. (Carol is twin of Connie.)

1-8-2-6. Debbie WILLAMS, married Mr. MANN of Centralia.

1-8-2-7. Theresa WILLAMS of Patoka.

1-8-2-8. Thelma WILLAMS.

1-8-2-9. Donna WILLIAMS.

1-8-2-10. Kim WILLAMS.

1-8-3. Larry E. WILLAMS, of Centralia.
Larry married Patricia �Pat� OLDEN.

Children of Larry E. and Patricia (OLDEN) WILLIAMS:

1-8-3-? Brad WILLAMS.

1-8-3-? _____ WILLAMS

    1-8-4. Janet WILLAMS.
    Janet married 1st Mr. REDENBO.
    Janet married 2nd Mr. DOUDERA of Alma.

Sons of ___?___ and Janet (WILLIAMS) RENDENBO:

1-8-4-1. Richard RENDENBO.

1-8-4-2. Randy RENDENBO.

Son of ___?___ and Janet (WILLIAMS) DOUDERA:

1-8-4-3. a son DOUDERA.

#2
Theodore "Pidd" Williams
of
Marion County, Illinois

       Theodore "Pidd" WILLAMS, born 7 Dec 1889, Alma Township, Marion County, Illinois, son of Andrew Jackson and Lillie Belle (McWHIRTER) WILLIAMS. Pidd died 8 Aug 1964, Vandalia, Fayette County, Illinois. Burial in Martin Cemetery, Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois.
    Pidd married Elizabeth Maria GERTNER 29 Sep 1915, Fargo, Cass County, North Dakota. She was born 24 Feb 1895, Rosehill Township, Cottonwood County, Minnesota, daughter of Wilhelm Fredrick and Elizabeth (HOCHBAUM) GERTNER. (Her parents were born in Russia, but her grandparents were born in Germany and their names were Johann and Katherina (BARENSTEIN) GERTNER. Wilhelm and Elizabeth married in 1871/72 in Russia. They immigrated to the United States in 1876. In 1900 census, their name is spelled GARDNER.) Elizabeth died 19 Aug 1973, Carmi, White County, Illinois. Burial in Martin Cemetery, Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois.
    On 5 Jun 1917, his World War 1 Draft Registration Card has, Theodore WILLIAMS age 27, born 7 Dec 1889, Alma, Illinois. He was living in Alma, Illinois. He was a self-employed farmer and was supporting a wife and child. He had already served in the military as a private in artillery, having served 2 years and 5 months in the United States Army. He was tall in height and medium in build with blue eyes and brown hair.
    On 1 Mar 1928, the Kinmundy Experss has, "Swift School: Fletch COLE and his wife entertained to dinner Sunday, Theodore WILLIAMS and family, Geo. COLE and family, Mack ROBB and family, Ren WAINSCOTT and family, and Paul SWIFT in honor of Mrs. WILLIAMS and Mrs. COLE�s birthdays."
    On 6 Dec 1928, the Kinmundy Express has, "Swift School: Theodore WILLIAMS and family, Selby GARRETT and family, and Marshall WILLIAMS and family, spent Sunday with Ves WILLIAMS and family. Mr. WILLIAMS and family are moving to a farm near Farina."
    On 22 Apr 1930, the census shows Theodore (40) and Elizabeth (35) WILLIAMS living in Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois. With them were their children Lyle F. age 13; and Eulaine age 8. They owned their home. They owned a radio. Pidd was a farmer. Elizabeth was born in Minnesota. Both of her parents were born in Germany.

Children of Theodore and Elizabeth Marie (GERTNER) WILLIAMS:

2-1. Lyle WILLAMS, born 20 Mar 1917, Manhattan, Will County, Illinois, son of Theodore and Elizabeth Marie (GERTNER) WILLIAMS. Lyle shot and killed himself Oct 1979, Carmi, White County, Illinois. Campbell Funeral Home took care of funeral.
    Lyle married 1st Avanell PHILLIPS 13 Feb 1941. They later divorced. She was from Kinmundy.
    Lyle married 2nd Mary Elizabeth (BOHLEBER) KEHELER. They married in the 1950's. She was from Carmi. Mary was a widow with two children. Her children are: Frances Jean (KELEHER) RUDOLPH and Robert Timothy KELEHER.

    Son of Lyle Frederick and Mary Elizabeth (BOHLEBER) KEHELER:

    2-1-1. Richard Lyle WILLIAMS, born 1956, Carmi, White County, Illinois.
    Richard married Teena VINSON of Carmi.

       Children of Richard Lyle and Teena (VINSON) WILLIAMS:

       2-1-1-1. Adam Richard WILLIAMS, born 1978/79, Carmi, White County, Illinois.

       2-1-1-2. Natalie Marie WILLIAMS,

2-2. Eulaine WILLAMS.
    Eulaine married 1st Ted CRAWFORD.
    Eulaine married 2nd Bob BRANNON.

    Daughter of Ted and Eulaine (WILLIAMS) CRAWFORD:

    2-2-1. Sandy CRAWFORD.
    Sandy married Douglas Woodall WARD.
    Sandy married ___?___ DAINS.

       Children of Douglas Woodall and Sandra Sue (CRAWFORD) WARD:

       2-2-1-1. Shannon Maria WARD, born 11 Jan 1970, Peoria, Illinois.

          Children of ___?___ and Shannon Maria (WARD) ___?___ :

          2-2-1-1-1. Theodore,

          2-2-1-1-2. Grace Elizabeth,

       2-2-1-2. William Neil "Will" WARD, born 20 Dec 1971, Peoria, Illinois.

    Daughter of Bob and Eulaine (WILLIAMS) BRANNON:

2-2-2. Deanna BRANNON.

#3
Rose Williams
Caldwell
of
Marion County, Illinois

       Rose "Rosey" WILLAMS,born Dec 1891, Marion County, Illinois, daughter of Andrew Jackson and Lillie Belle (McWHIRTER) WILLIAMS. Rose died 1968. Burial in Martin Cemetery, Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois.
    Rose married Ira Younger "Peck" CALDWELL 13 Mar 1910, Marion County, Illinois. She was 18 and he was 19 at time of marriage. He was born 18 Apr 1890, Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois, son of Scott and Elizabeth (___?___) CALDWELL. Peck died 1961. Burial in Martin Cemetery, Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois.
    On 5 Jun 1917, his World War 1 Draft Registration Card has, Ira Younger CALDWELL age 27, born 18 Apr 1890, Foster Township, Illinois. He was living in Alma, Illinois. He was a self-employed farmer, supporting a wife and four children. He was tall and slender with blue eyes and sandy hair.
    On 3 Jan 1920, the census shows Ira Y. (29) and Rose (28) CALDWELL living in Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois. They owned their home free of mortgage. With them were their children Hazel age 7; Helen age 6; Emogene age 4; and Archie age 3. Ira owned his farm. Both of Ira's parents were born in Missouri.
    On 26 Apr 1930, the census shows Ira Y. (39) and Rose (38) CALDWELL living in Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois. With them were their children Helen age 16; Emogene age 14; and Archie age 13. They owned their own home. They owned a radio. Ira was a farmer.

Children of Ira Younger and Rose (WILLIAMS) CALDWELL:

3-1. Hazel CALDWELL, born 1912/13, Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois.
    Hazel married Argie HOWARD 26 Nov 1929, Marion County, Illinois. She was 17 and he was 26 at time of marriage. He was born 1902/03.
    They lived in Oblong, Illinois.

3-2. Helen Pauline CALDWELL, born 24 Dec 1913, Alma, Marion County, Illinois. She died Friday, 5 Apr 1996, St. Mary's Hospital, Centralia, Marion County, Illinois. She is buried in the Alma Cemetery.
    Helen married 1st Alf DONOHO.
    Helen married 2nd James R. �Bill� HEADLEY.
    Helen married 3rd Kenneth "Kenny" PEDICORD 21 Nov 1961. Kenny was born 25 Ian 1924. He died 3 Nov 1995.
    Kenny served in the United States Army during World War 2.
    Member of Givens Chapel Church.
    (When Helen Pauline died she had 37 grandchildren, 45 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren.)

Children of Alf and Helen Pauline (CALDWELL) DONOHO:

    3-2-1. Loren DONOHO.
    Loren married Lola Marie DONOHO.
    Loren was a veteran and served in the United States Military during the Korean War. He was a member of the Salem American Legion.
    Loren was Dietetic Supervisor of Scott Air Force Base Hospital Dining Hall for 35 years.
    They owned and ran the Starlite Restaurant in Salem on Hwy 50 West, near Texas Corner (Selmaville Road). They sold the restaurant and is now called 5 Brothers Restaurant in 2005. In 2008, the Starlite was torn down and a new restaurant was built just behind where the orginal was. It is named Five Brothers.
    At Loren's death, he had 17 grandchildren and two great grandsons.

Children of Loren and Lola (DONOHO) DONOHO:

       3-2-1-1. Vicki DONOHO,
    Vicki married Edward "Ed" ROYAL.
    They lived in Des Moines, Iowa.
    In 2006, Vicki and Ed lived in Tennessee.

Children of Edward and Vicki (DONOHO) ROYAL:

3-2-1-1-1. Tyler ROYAL.

3-2-1-1-2. Dylon ROYAL.

    3-2-1-2. Theresa Ann "Terri" DONOHO, born 8 Feb 1954.
    Terri married 1st Carl Alan BARNHART. He was born 28 Jul 1952.
    Terri married 2nd Ron JACKSON.

Children of Carl Alan and Theresa Ann (DONOHO) BARNHART:

3-2-1-2-1. Carl Alan BARNHART, Jr., born 30 Aug 1974, Salem, Illinois. He served in the United States Marines, entering service in October 1992. He was best friends of Nathan COURTRIGHT (See Chapter 15, #3-6-1-1).

3-2-1-2-2. Jeffrey Eugene BARNHART, born 28 Mar 1979, Salem, Illinois.

3-2-1-2-3. Adrian Nicole JACKSON, born 19 Apr 1985, Lake Ozarks, Missouri.

3-2-1-3. Cheri DONOHO.
Cheri marriedMichael TAYLOR.
They live in Dallas Texas.

3-2-1-3-1. Lauren TAYLOR.

3-2-1-3-2. Michelle TAYLOR.

3-2-1-3-3. Creed TAYLOR.

3-2-1-4. Don DONOHO. Lives in Centralia, Illinois.

3-2-1-5. Steve DONOHO. Lives in Salem, Illinois.

3-2-1-5-1. a daughter DONOHO.

3-2-1-6. Tina DONOHO. Married Michael GUYETTE. Lives in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

3-2-1-7. Lisa DONOHO. Lives in Dallas, Texas.

3-2-1-8. Leslie DONOHO. Married William YOUNG. They live in Dallas, Texas.

3-2-2. Lila DONOHO. (Twin of Delila)
Lila married Chet LEWIS of Salem.

3-2-3. Delila DONOHO. (Twin of Lila)
Delila married Charles HAYS of Louisiana.

3-2-4. Patsy DONOHO.
Patsy married Vernon ROTEMEYER of Alma.

3-2-5. Alice Rose DONOHO.
Alice married Don BRINGLE. Lived in St. Charles, Illinois, then Salem, Illinois.

Daughter of James R. and Helen Pauline (CALDWELL) HEADLEY:

3-2-6. Janice Hope "Jan" HEADLEY, born 27 Jul 1947, Alma, Marion County, Illinois. She died 31 Dec 2003, Marion County, Illinois. Burial was at Martin Cemetery, Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois.
Jan married Basil SULLENS 28 Mar 1964, Kinmundy, Marion County, Illinois. Son of Russell SULLENS. (See Chapter 14, #4-1-1) They had four children.

Children of Basil and Janice Hope (HEADLEY) SULLENS:

3-2-6-1. David Allen SULLENS,
David lived in Alma, Illinois.

       3-2-6-2. Daren Ray SULLENS,
    Daren lived in Odin.
    Darren married Jennifer PAYNE.

Children of Daren Ray and Jennifer (PAYNE) SULLENS:

3-2-6-2-1. Dawson Payne SULLENS, born 20 Sep 2000.

3-2-6-2-2. Delaney Hope SULLENS, born 27 Jul 2005.

3-2-6-3. Brad Stephen SULLENS, born 4 Jun 1978.
Brad lived of Alma, Illinois.

Children of Brad Stephen SULLENS:

3-2-6-3-1. Noah YOUNKER.

3-2-6-3-2. Breanna SULLENS.

    3-2-7. Billy Joe "Bill" HEADLEY, born 14 Dec 1944, son of James R. and Helen Pauline (CALDWELL) (DONOHO) HEADLEY.
    Bill married Sandy S BOEHME. She was originally from Topeka, Kansas.
    Lived in Elburn, Illinois, then Alma, Illinois.
    In 2006, Billy Joe and Sandy lived in Alma, Marion County, Illinois.

Children of Billy Joe and Sandy S. (BOEHME) HEADLEY:

3-2-7-1. Billi Jo "Jodi" HEADLEY, born 5 Jan 1971, daughter of Billy Joe and Sandy S. (BOEHME) HEADLEY.
In 2006, Jodi lives in Alam, Marion County, Illinois.

Daughter of Billi Jo HEADLEY:

3-2-7-1-1. Sierra R. SANDERS, born Apr 1998.

3-2-7-2. Andrea Sue "Andi" HEADLEY, born 8 Dec 1977, daughter of Billy Joe and Sandy S. (BOEHME) HEADLEY.
Andi married Aaron WILLIAMS.

In 2006, they live in Elburn, Illinois.

Daughter of Aaron and Andrea Sue (HEADLEY) WILLIAMS:

3-2-7-2-1. Hope C. WILLIAMS, born Jul 2005.

3-2-7-3. James Aaron HEADLEY, born 1 Dec 1980, son of Billy Joe and Sandy S. (BOEHME) HEADLEY.
In 2006, James is living in Birmingham, Alabama.

    3-2-8. James "Jim" HEADLEY. Son of James R. and Helen Pauline (CALDWELL) (DONOHO) HEADLEY.
    James married Beatrice "Bea" ___?___ .
    They lived in (Thornville) Columbus, Ohio.
    In 2006, Jim and Bea lived in Ohio.

3-3. Emogene Faye CALDWELL, born 5 Apr 1915, Patoka, Marion County, Illinois. She died 10 Jun 1989.
    Emogene married Loren Omer ALBERT 25 Nov 1931. He was born 21 Oct 1912, Marion County, Illinois, son of Emmitt Elmer and Martha Jane "Jenny" (McWHIRTER) ALBERT Loren died 15 Feb 1991. They are buried in Martin Cemetery, Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois. (See Chapter 9,2-4)
    In 1977, Loren retired from Glenn Lumber Company in Salem when he was 65 years of age. He was lumber yard manager.
    Emogene was an upholsterer, having her own business. She enjoyed quilting.
    Emogene and Loren also enjoyed restoring old furniture and then selling them.
    Emogene and Loren always lived in the Salem area of Marion County, Illinois.

Daughter of Loren Omer and Emogene Faye (CALDWELL) ALBERT:

    3-3-1. Wanda Lee ALBERT, born 21 Apr 1933.
    Wanda married Joe Martin DAVIS 19 Sep 1953. He was born 7 Jun 1929, Marion County, Illinois, near Centralia, the son of Roy Dar and Ethel May (DONAHOO) DAVIS.
    On 4 May 1933, the Kinmundy Express has, "East Zion: Mr. and Mrs. Loren ALBERT have a baby girl."
    After Wanda and Joe married, they moved to Centralia, Marion County, Illinois.
    On 23 Jul 1946, Joe enlisted into the United States Military.
    Joe served in the United States Army, 240th Construction Engineers I Corp in South Pacific and Japan.
    On 7 Nov 1947, Joe was honorably discharged from the United States Military. On the same date he re-enlisted into the Army Tank Corps and served in Europe for 4 years. He was also with the 18th Infantry Regt 1st Inf. Div. as a boxer. He had 110 fights, losing only 10.
    On 16 Mar 1954, Joe re-enlisted in the United States Air Force. He served 17 years with the Tac Fighter Units in the Philippines, in England and several bases in the United States. His final tour of duty was in Vietnam 1968-1969 with the 31st Tac F.T.R. WG. Unit. He received 2 battle stars. The New York and New Mexico Air guard units were called up and served with the 31st at Tuy Hoa, Vietnam.
    On 1 Jan 1971, Joe retired as a Major Sgt.
    After Joe retired from the military, he worked at the Centralia Post Office, Wesner's Pest Control in Centralia and World Color Press in Salem. He had his own business, "Sunburst" a landscape and pest control for about 10 years.
    Wanda was a cosmetologist and had her own hair dressing salon for several years.
    Because of Joe's Air Force career, the family was able to travel and live in different states and countries. They lived in Denver, Colorado; Clovis, New Mexico; Henderson, Nevada; Waco, Texas; and Lakenheath, England for 3 years and 4 months; and back to the state, Phoenix, Arizona.
    In 1968, they moved back to Salem, Illinois.
    In 2008, Wanda and Joe live in Salem, Marion County, Illinois.

Children of Joe Martin and Wanda Lee (ALBERT) DAVIS:

33-3-1-1. Steven Arthur DAVIS, born 8 May 1954, Salem, Marion County, Illinois.

33-3-1-2. Johnney Russell DAVIS, still born 1 Feb 1955, Clovis, Curry County, New Mexico.

3-3-1-3. Michael Lee DAVIS, still born 20 May 1956, Clovis, Curry County, New Mexico.

3-3-1-4. Kathy Jo DAVIS, born 2 Apr 1957, Clovis, Curry County, New Mexico.
Kathy married Steven William FELGENHAUER 2 Feb 1979, Salem, Illinois. Steve was born 31 Jul 1959, Greenfield, Indiana.

Son of Steven William and Kathy Jo (DAVIS) FELGENHAUER:

3-3-1-4-1. Steven Joseph FELGENHAUER, born 22 Apr 1980, Salem, Illinois.
Steven is a Corporal for the United States Marine Corp, serving in the War with Iraq in 2003. VMGR-452, 3rd MAW.

3-3-1-5. Daria Sue DAVIS, born 18 Sep 1958, Henderson, Clark County, Nevada. Daria married Marco Antonio MARTINEZ. Marco was born 4 Jan 1959, Santa Ana, El Salvador, son of Victor Manuel and Maria Scorro (SAGASTUME) MARTINEZ.
Both Daria and Marco served in the United States Air Force.

Sons of Marco Antonio and Daria Sue (DAVIS) MARTINEZ:

3-3-1-5-1. Marco Antonio "Tony" MARTINEZ, II, born 22 Mar 1979, Abilene, Texas.

3-3-1-5-2. Matthew Eric MARTINEZ, born 29 Nov 1981, Victorville, California.

3-3-1-5-3. Jonathan Gabriel MARTINEZ, born 17 Aug 1987, Lancaster, California.

    3-3-2. Barbara Jean ALBERT, born 30 Apr 1939.
    Barbara married Murl Kenneth "Ken" HOFFMAN 1957, Clovis, New Mexico.
    Ken served in the United States Air Force for 23 years.
    The live in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. They raise thoroughbred horses. They had seven children. Two died in infancy.

Children of Murl Kenneth and Barbara Jean (ALBERT) HOFFMAN:

3-3-2-1. Tamara Jeanne HOFFMAN, born 1959.
Tamara married Antonio QUAST, Coeur d' Alene, Idaho.

Children of Antonio and Tamara Jeanne (HOFFMFAN) QUAST:

3-3-2-1-1. Jason Lee QUAST.

3-3-2-1-2. Sarah Jean QUAST.

3-3-2-1-3. Jessica Renee QUAST.

        3-3-2-2. Lisa Mary HOFFMAN, born 1961.
    Lisa married Scott LODDELL 1985.
    She had four children. Three died in infancy.

Daughter of Scott and Lisa Mary (HOFFMAN) LODDELL:

3-3-2-2-1. Rachael Mia LODDELL.

3-3-2-3. Alana Denyse HOFFMAN, born 1964.

Alana married Jim SIMON of Las Vegas, Nevada.
Jim and his sons live in Postfalls, Idaho.

Sons of Jim and Alana Denyse (HOFFMAN) SIMON:

3-3-2-3-1. Nathan Rey SIMON.

3-3-2-3-2. Travis James SIMON.

3-3-2-4. Dionne Marie HOFFMAN, born 1966. The father of her three children is David LINDSTROM. One child died in infancy.

Children of Dionne Marie HOFFMAN and David LINDSTROM:

3-3-2-4-1. Mallory Lauren LINDSTROM.

3-3-2-5-2. Kenneth Tyler LINDSTROM.

3-3-2-5. Daren Tirasan HOFFMAN, born 1972, Thailand.
In 1991, Daren joined the United States Air Force.

3-3-3. Martha Rose ALBERT, born 11 Nov 1941. Lives in Salem, Illinois.

3-3-4. Archie Raymond ALBERT, born 22 Jan 1943. Lives in Moweaqua, Illinois.

3-3-5. Kenneth Loren ALBERT, born 30 Jan 1949. Lives in Salem, Illinois.

3-3-6. Dale Keith ALBERT, born 30 Jan 1949. Lives in Salem, Illinois.

3-3-7. Larry Dennis ALBERT, born 15 Apr 1950. Lives in Salem, Illinois.

3-3-8. Roger Lynn ALBERT, born 3 Iu11955. Lives in Salem, Illinois.

    3-3-9. Mary Sue ALBERT, born 4 Iu11960, Salem, Illinois.
    Mary Sue married Charles Clifton BALLARD, Jr. 4 Dec 1979, Rison, Arkansas.
    They live in Salem, Marion County, Illinois.

Sons of Charles Clifton and Mary Sue (ALBERT) BALLARD, Jr.:

3-3-9-1. Eric Clifton BALLARD, born 21 May 1979, Centralia, Illinois.

3-3-9-2. Joshua Andrew BALLARD, born 12 Jun 1987, Centralia, Illinois.

3-3-9-3. Michael Loren BALLARD, born 30 Sep, Centralia, Illinois.

#4
Carrie Williams
Stephens
of
Patoka, Marion County, Illinois

       Carrie WILLAMS, born 22 Apr 1894, daughter of Andrew Jackson and Lillie Belle (McWHIRTER) WILLIAMS. Carrie died Feb 1977. Her last place of residence was Patoka, Marion County, Illinois.
    Carrie married Rufus STEPHENS 19 Jun 1910. She was 16 and he was 20 when they married. He was born 5 Nov 1889, Patoka, Marion County, Illinois, son of Andrew and Belledora Viola (JENNINGS) STEPHENS. He died Jun 1980. His last place of residence was Patoka, Marion, Illinois.


Children of Rufus Jennings and Carrie (WILLIAMS) STEPHENS:

4-1. Frieda STEPHENS, born 20 Jun 1911, Patoka, Marion County, Illinois. Freda died 18 Jun 2005, Patoka, Marion County, Illinois. She was buried in Patoka Cemetery.
    Frieda married 1st Thurby MEADOR 1927.
    Frieda married 2nd ___?___ TYLER 1973. He was born 3 Feb 1913. He died 31 May 2001. His last place of residence was Minier, Tazewell County, Illinois.
    On 24 Apr 1930, the census shows Thurby (22) and Frieda (18) MEADOR living in Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois. Thurby was a farmer. They were renting their home.
    In 1958, they moved to Peoria, Illinois.
    In 1961, they moved to Minier, Tazewell County, Illinois.
    In 2001, Frieda moved back to her childhood home town of Patoka.
    Frieda was a licensed cosmetologist, beautician and barber for more than 55 years. She owned and operated shops in Vernon and Minier.
    Frieda was a member of the Minier Christian Church, but in Patoka, she attended the Pentecostal Church with her sister.
    She was a member of the Order of Easter Star.
    At her death, she had 4 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.

Children of Thurby and Frieda B. (STEPHENS) MEADOR:

4-1-1. Gene MEADOR. Died before 2005.

    4-1-2. Carroll MEADOR, born 1934.
    Caroll married Ella Fern ___?___ .
    In 2005, Carroll lived in Bristow, Creek County, Oklahoma.

    4-1-3. Karen K. MEADOR, born 13 Sep 1940.
    Karen married Dale BOYD. He was born 21 Aug 1936.
    In 2005, they lived in Morton, Tazewell County, Illinois.

4-2. Ruth H. STEPHENS, born 21 Dec 1912, Patoka Township, Marion County, Illinois. Ruth died 17 Feb 2015, Vandalia, Fayette County, Illinois. Burial in Patoka Cemetery, Patoka, Marion County, Illinois.
    Ruth married Donald D. MURFIN 7 Jan 1931, Carlyle City, Clinton County, Illinois. He was born 30 Oct 1909, Illinois, son of Warren F. and Flora (___?___) MURFIN. Don died 3 Jan 1985. His last place of residence was Vernon, Marion County, Illinois.
    On 11 Apr 1940, the census shows Donald D. (30) and Ruth H. (27) MURFIN living in Vernon, Patoka Township, Marion County, Illinois. Both said to have been born in Illinois. Both said to have had 4 years of high school. Donald was a Station Oiler for a Petroleum Company. They owned their home, valued at $1,000. With them was their son, Mark Aldon MURFIN age 5, born Illinois.
    In 2005, Ruth was living in Vernon, Patoka Township, Marion County, Illinois.
    On 19 Feb 2015, the Sentinel (Centralia, Marion County, Illinois) Page 7A, has, "Ruth Murfin - VANDALIA - Ruth H. MURFIN, 102, of Vandalia, formerly of Vernon, died Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2015, in Vandalia. She was born Dec. 21, 1912, in Patoka, daughter of Rufus and Carrie (WILLIAMS) STEPHENS. She married Donald D. MURFIN on Jan. 7, 1931, in Carlyle, and he preceded her in death on Jan. 3, 1985. Mrs. MURFIN is survived by a son, Mark A. MURFIN Sr. of Marion; a daughter, Donna R. CROTSER of Vandalia; five grandchildren; several great-grandchildren and several great-great-grandchildren; and two sisters-in-law. Mrs. MURFIN was a homemaker and member of Patoka United Methodist Church. Private family services will be held at a later date at Patoka Cemetery. Miller Funeral Home in Vandalia is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to the Patoka United Methodist Church Building Fund and will be accepted at the funeral home."

Children of Donald D. and Ruth (STEPHENS) MURFIN:

4-2-1. Mark Aldon MURFIN, M.D..

Son of Dr. Mark Aldon MURFIN, M.D.:

4-2-1-1. Mark Aldon MURFIN, Jr. M.D..

4-2-2. Donna R. MURFIN, born 24 Jan 1941.
Donna married John C. CROTSER. He was born 12 Nov 1934.

Daughter of John C. and Donna R. (MURFIN) CROTSER:

        4-2-2-1. Kristi D. CROTSER, born 29 Dec 1963.
    Kristi married ___?___ HIGGINS.

4-3. Andrew Johnathan "Bud" STEPEHNS, born 20 Jun 1915, Patoka Township, Marion County, Illinois.
    Bud married Helen RHUBEN.
    Bud had a barbershop in Foster Township on Garrett Road, near Sandy Branch Road. (They have a granddaughter named Jennifer.)
    They had three sons.

Sons of A. J. and Helen (RHUBEN) STEPHENS:

4-3-1. Thomas �Tom� STEPHENS.
Tom married Betty ____?____.

4-3-2. John STEPHENS.
John married Phyllis _____?____.

    4-3-3. son STEPHENS.

4-4. Juanita R. STEPHENS. She was born 19 Oct 1917, Patoka Township, Marion County, Illinois. She died Friday, 22 Apr 1994, Centralia, Marion County, Illinois. Burial was at Paradise Cemetery, Salem, Marion County, Illinois.
    Juanita married Adolph C. MEYER 22 Jun 1937, Greenville, Illinois. Adolph died 25 Feb 1988.
    They lived in Flora and in Salem before moving to Patoka in 1986.
    She was a member of the Salem Lutheran Church and the Salem Women's Club.

Son of Adolph C. and Juanita R. (STEPHENS) MEYER:

4-4-1. Steve MEYER.
He lives in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Daughter of Steve MEYER:

4-4-1-1. Amy MEYER.

    4-4-2. Barbara MEYER, born 4 Feb 1938, St. Peter, Fayette County, Illinios. Barbara died 29 Jan 2011, Salem, Marion County, Illinois.
    Barbara married James D. SOMERS 7 Dec 1967. He was born 12 Feb 1925.
    In 2006, Barbara was living in Salem, Marion County, Illinois.
    On 2 Feb 2011, The Salem Times-Commoner (Salem, Illinois), has "Barbara Somer (4 February 1938 - 29 January 2011) - Private graveside services will be held at the East Lawn Cemetery in Salem for Barbara SOMER, 72, of Salem. Doug MEYER will officiate. SOMER died on Saturday, January 29, at her home. She was born in St. Peter on February 4, 1938, the daugher of Adolph and Juanita STEPHENS MEYER. On December 7, 1967, she married James D. SOMER in Mt. Vernon. A member of the staffs of both the Shubert F. SOMER Insurance Agency and SOMER real Estate, she was of the Luthern faith. She liked to spend time with her family, and read. Survivors include: her hsuband, James D. SOMER of Salem; a daughter, Ann Marie SOMER-HANSON of Gig Harbor, Washington; a stepson, James T. SOMER of Salem; a step-daughter, Mary Jan ENGLAND and husband William of Crocker, Missouri; eight grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and a brother, Steve MEYER of Las Vegas, Nevada. She was preceded in death by her parents. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or Humane Society, and may be left at the Rogers-Atkins Funeral Home in Salem, which is in chargte of arrangements."

        Daughter of James D. and Barbara (MEYER) SOMERS:
        4-4-2-1. Anna SOMERS.
    Anna married ___?___ Hanson.
    In 2011, according to her mother's obituary, Ann Marie was living in Gig Harbor, Pierce County, Washington.

4-5. Lois STEPHENS, born Jan 1920, Patoka, Marion County, Illinois.
    Lois married Mr. WILLAMS.
    Lois lived in Peoria, Illinois. She retired to Patoka where she bought the old school house and turned it into the School House Gift Shoppe and Tea Room. It was very nice. She also built a new house in Patoka. She had children.

4-6. Rufus Jonathan STEPHENS, born 1921, Patoka, Marion County, Illinois, son of Rufus Jennings and Carrie (WILLIAMS) STEPHENS.
    Rufus married Vera Mae ADAMS 18 Feb 1942, Patoka, Marion County, Illinois. She was born Sep 1922, Illinois, daughter of Fielding Ernest and Ruth (CARR) ADAMS (See Adams Family, Chapter 2, 3-3, files section of Patoka Yahoo Group). Vera Mae died 7 Jun 2010, Centralia, Marion County, Illinois. Burial in Patoka Cemetery.
    On 19 Sep 1942, Rufus J. STEPHENS enlisted into the United States Army during World War 2. He was married and had 1 year of high school education. He weighted 150 pounds. Height was 5' 9". He served in Africa and Italy and received a Purple Heart.
    Rufus retired from Halliburton Company and the oil service business.
    Rufus is a Mason.
    Vera Mae is a member of the Order of the Eastern Star.
    On 18 Feb 2010, The Sentinel, Page 6A(Centralia, Marion County, Illinois) has, 68th Anniversary -- Rufus J. "R.J." STEPHENS and Vera Mae (ADAMS) STEPHENS are celebrating their 68th wedding anniversary. They were married on Feb. 18, 1942, in the parsonage of Pastor Charles WEBB in Patoka. Their family includes two sons and daughters-in-law, Ron and Dee STEPHENS of Virginia Beach, Va., and Roger and Candy STEPHENS of Salem; five grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and four step-great-grandchildren. R.J. served in the U.S. Army in North Africa and Italy during World War II, earning the Purple Heart and Bronze Star. He is retired form the oil industry and the Halliburton Co. He is a 60-plus-year member of the Order of the Eastern Star. They are members of the Open Arms Fellowship Church in Salem. Cards and anniversary greetings may be sent to the couple at 407 E. Fayette Ave., Patoka, IL 62875.
    On 9 Jun 2010, The Sentinel (Centralia, Marion County, Illinois), Page 7A, has" PATOKA - Vera Mae STEPHENS, 87, of Patoka died Monday, June 7, 2010, at St. Mary's Good Samaritan Hospital in Centralia. She was born Sept. 28, 1922, in Patoka, daughter of Fielding Ernest and Ruth Elizabeth (KARR) ADAMS. She married R. J. STEPHENS on Feb. 18, 1942, in Patoka, and he survives in Patoka. In addition to her husband of 68 years, Mrs. STEPHENS is survived by two sons, Roger STEPHENS and wife Candy of Kell and Ron STEPHENS and wife Dee of Virginia Beach, Va.; three brothers, Jack ADAMS and wife Erma, Paul ADAMS and wife Barb and David ADAMS and wife Jane, all of Patoka; seven grandchildren, Matt STEPHENS and wife Claudia of Pickerington, Ohio, Marc STEPHENS and wife Betsy of Newark, Ohio, Phillip STEPHENS and wife Lori of Newark, Ohio, Amanda DANIELS of Salem, Casey GERHARD of Kell, Megan STEPHENS of Virginia Beach, Va., and Jonathan STEPHENS of West Covina, Calif.; 11 great-grandchildren, Christopher STEPHENS, Taylor STEPHENS, Abby Mae STEPHENS, Sarah STEPHENS, Allison STEPHENS, David STEPHENS, Carmen STEPHENS, Annabelle STEPHENS, Sammy, Jesse and Andy. She was preceded in death by her parents, and two brothers, Lloyd "Lee" ADAMS and Carl ADAMS. Mrs. STEPHENS worked as a real estate agent in Peoria and managed a bowling alley and taught bowling in West Virginia. She was a member of Open Arms Fellowship Church of Salem and attended the Pentecostal Church and the Methodist Church in Patoka. Mrs. STEPHENS served on the B.C.M.W. Board for many years, and served on the Patoka Civic Center Board for 25 years. She was an election judge and helped with the Patoka Red Cross blood drives for over 20 years. She was a 60 plus year member of the Order of the Eastern Star and a life member of Patoka American Legion Auxiliary. Mrs. STEPHENS enjoyed singing, bowling, playing her keyboard, playing cards and games and spending time with family and friends. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at First United Methodist Church in Patoka with the Rev. Johnny TROUTT, the Rev. Mike FLEMMING and the Rev. Clayton COFFEY officiating. Interment will follow at Patoka Cemetery. Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday and again from 8 to 10 a.m. Friday at the church. Memorials may be made to the Open Arms Fellowship Church Building Fund or the National M.S. Society and will be accepted at Day Funeral Home in Sandoval and Patoka, or at the church. Online expressions of sympathy may be made to the family at www.dayfuneralhomes.com."

    Sons of Rufus Jonathan and Vera Mae (ADAMS) STEPHENS:

    4-6-1. Ronald "Ron" STEPHENS, born circa 1944.
    Ron married Dee ___?___ .
    In 2008, they were living in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
    In 2010, at his parents 68th wedding anniversary, they were living in Virginia Beach, Virginia.

    4-6-2. Roger STEPHENS, born circa 1946.
    Roger married Candy ___?___ .
    In 2008, they were living in Salem, Marion County, Illinois.
    In Feb 2010, at his parents 68th wedding anniversary, they were living in Salem, Marion County, Illinois.
    In Jun 2010, at the death of his mother, they were living in Kell, Marion County, Illinois.

4-7. James Eccless STEPHENS, born 6 Sep 1925, Patoka Township, Marion County, Illinois.

Children of James STEPHENS:

4-7-1. Anita STEPHENS.
Anita married Mr. QUICK.

They have children. Anita is a writer.

4-7-2. Anne Marie STEPHENS, born 1956.
Anne married 1st Michael Dayne BASSETT (See Chapter 15, #7-1-1). They divorced.

    4-7-3. Larry STEPHENS.
    Larry married a Korean girl. They have children.

4-8. William "Bill" STEPHENS.
    Bill lived in Richmond, Virginia.
    Bill married Artie I. ___?___ .
    In 2005, Bill's wife, Artie, lived in Matthews, Virginia.

#5
Florence L. Williams
Wright Mazanek
of
Marion County, Illinois
and
Cook County, Illinois

       Florence L. WILLAMS, born 1897. born Sep 1897, daughter of Andrew Jackson and Lillie Belle (McWHIRTER) WILLIAMS. She died 12 Jun 1984 at the age of 86, in St. John's Hospital, Springfield, Illinois.
    Florence married 1st Emery B. WRIGHT 19 Mar 1916, Marion County, Illinois. She was 19 and he was 19 when they married. He was born 2 Aug 1897, La Grange Township, Bond County, Illinois, son of "Elder" William E. and Bertha J. WRIGHT. Emery died 30 Sep 1960. Burial in Martin Cemetery, Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois.
    Florence married 2nd Joseph MAZANEK, He was born 28 Sep 1889, Alma, Marion County, Illinois. Joseph died Aug 1980. Last place of residence was Alma, Marion County, Illinois.
    On 5 Jun 1917, Joseph's World War 1 Draft Registration Card has Joseph MAZANEK age 28, born 28 Sep 1888, Alma, Illinois. He was living in Alma, Illinois. He was a self-employed farmer and he was bank owner of Citizen's Bank in Alma. He was married. He was listed with poor eyesight. He was medium in height and build with brown eyes and hair.
    On 24 Aug 1918, Emery's World War 1 Draft Registration Card has Emery S. WRIGHT age 21, born 2 Aug 1897, La Grange Township, Bond County, Illinois. He was living at the home of A. J. WILLIAMS in Alma, Illinois. His father was also born in La Grange Township. He was employed by his father, W. E. WRIGHT of Alma. His nearest relatiave was his wife. Lula Florence WRIGHT. He was medium height and build, with gray eyes and dark brown hair.
    On 17 Jan 1920, the census shows Emery S. (22) and Florence (22) WRIGHT living in Alma, Marion County, Illinois. With them was their son, Paul WRIGHT age 4 months. They were renting their home. Emery was a laborer on a fruit farm.
    On 7 Apr 1930, the census shows Emery (32) and Florence (32) WRIGHT living at 3441 Lexington Street, Chicago, Cook County, Illinois. With them were their children Paul age 10; Dale age 9; Kenneth age 6; and Ruth age 4 months. Also living with them and listed as follows: nephew Floyd WILLIAMS age 24; sister-in-law Gertrude WILLIAMS age 20; nephew Jack WILLIAMS age 19; and cousin Eula WILLIAMS age 20, who was listed as married. They were renting their home at $60.00 a month. They owned a radio. Emery was a mechanic at a garage. Floyd was a welder for a thrashing machine. Gertrude was a stenographer for a tailoring company. Jack was a machinist operator for a punch press. Eula was a bookkeepr at an electric company.
    Joe was a member of the Primitive Baptist Church.
    On 2 Nov 2006, The Kinmundy Express (Kinmundy, Illinois) has, "Wright Reunion Held The annual family reunion was held at the home of Lynn and Marilee WRIGHT of Taylorville, Ill. After everyone arrived, a short memorial service was held to honor all deceased family member of Elder and Mrs. W. E. WRIGHT. Attending from Illinois were Dale and Sharon WRIGHT of Alma, David and Rhonda (WRIGHT) POESCHEL and sons Jake and Jordan of Petersburg, Sue WRIGHT of Springfield, Chris and Trina GRIM and sons Evan and Nicholas of Auburn, Anna WRIGHT of Rockford, Dennis and Marcia (WRIGHT) ADAMS and daughters Carolina, Veronica, Christina and Andrea of Winnabago, Sava and JoAnn BASIC and sons Sava and Mihajlo of Naperville. Attending from Twin Lakes, WI were Bozidar (Bob) and Ruth (WRIGHT) SOKOLOVIC. The gathering was especially happy to see Mihajlo, grandson of Ruth SOKOLOVIC. He was on leave from Fort Bragg N.C. where he will complete several months of intensive training with the U.S. Army Special Forces as an army medic. Lynn and Marilee went to great effort to assemble and display many family pictures. They have a special military display honoring Lynn's father, Paul and Marilee's father Dale TURVEY who served their country during WWII. The collection gives reverence and added meaning to the fifth commandment to "Honor thy father and they mother." Needless to say we missed all who could not attend as we departed this most gracious home and hospitality assured that once again family ties have been strengthened. R.S."

Children of Emery B. and Florence (WILLIAMS) WRIGHT:

5-1. Paul WRIGHT.
Paul lives in Wappapello, Missouri.

5-2. Dale WRIGHT.
Dale married Frances KLINE.

5-3. Kenneth WRIGHT.

Kenneth lives in Springfield, Illinois.

5-4. Ruth WRIGHT.
    Ruth married 1st Mr. GIBSON. (See Chapter 7, #10)
    Ruth married 2nd Mr. BASIC.
    Ruth was a nurse and lived in the Chicago area.

5-5. William WRIGHT.

#7
Marshall Williams
of
Marion County, Illinois

       Marshal WILLAMS, born 15 Nov 1903, Alma, Marion County, Illinois, son of Andrew Jackson and Lillie Belle (McWHIRTER) WILLIAMS. Marshall died 4 Apr 1991, Alma. Burial in Alma Cemetery.
    Marshal married 1st Nellie Clara NICHOLS 1926. She was born 23 Sep 1904, daughter of Jonathan Robert "Jon" and Mary Elizabeth "Betty" (MORGAN) NICHOLS. (Jonathan was the son of Jasper B. and Sarah J. (GREEN) NICHOLS.) Nellie died 19 Oct 1971. Burial in Alma Cemetery.
    Marshall married 2nd Catherine MAULDING 1980. She was born 14 May 1904, Marion County, Illinois, daughter of Charles and Emma (GREY) MAULDING. She died Sunday, 11 May 1997, Aviston, Illinois. She had three daughters by a previous marriage.
    On 5 Aug 1926, the Kinmundy Express has, "Swift School: Billie MORRIS, Jr. and wife attended a kitchen shower for Mr. and Mrs. Marshall WILLIAMS at Zion Saturday night."
    On 8 Nov 1928, the Kinmundy Express has, "Swift School: Miss Lorene GARRETT is staying at the Marshall WILLIAMS home."
    On 6 Dec 1928, the Kinmundy Express has, "Swift School: Theodore WILLIAMS and family, Selby GARRETT and family, and Marshall WILLIAMS and family, spent Sunday with Ves WILLIAMS and family. Mr. WILLIAMS and family are moving to a farm near Farina."
    On 24 Jan 1929, the Kinmundy Express has, "Swift School: A party was given at the home of Marshall WILLIAMS and wife Saturday evening in honor of Miss Helen WAINSCOTT�s and Tom GARRETT�s birthdays. There were 15 present to enjoy the evening with them."
    On 30 Mar 1929, the Kinmundy Express has, "Swift School (from last week): Miss Lucille GARRETT has been visiting her aunt, Mrs. Marshall WILLIAMS."
    On 15 Apr 1930, the census shows Marshall (26) and Lillie (25) WILLIAMS living in Kinmundy Township, Marion County, Illinois. They and their parents were said to have been born in Illinois. Marshall was a farmer. He was not a veteran. They were renting their home. He was said to have been age 22 and she 21 when they married. With them was their daughter, Leah W. WILLIAMS age 2 years and 3 months, born IL.
    On 24 Apr 1930, the Kinmndy Express has, "Swift School: Marshall WILLIAMS and wife are the parents of a baby girl born April 21."
    Marshall worked for the State of Illinois. He was a 32nd Mason, Shriner and Scottish Rites.
    He made his home in Alma, where they reared his four children.

Children of Marshall and Nellie Clara (NICHOLS) WILLIAMS:

7-1. Leah W WILLAMS, born 19 Sep 1927, Patoka, Marion County, Illinois. Leah died 13 Nov 2009, Chambersburg, Franklin County, Pennsylvania. Burial in Parklawns Memorial Gardens, Chambersburg, Franklin County, Pennsylvania.
    Leah married Carl B. VALLOW12 Jun 1948, Morganfield, Union County, Kentucky. He was born 27 Jun 1928, son of J. M. VALLOW, owner and publisher of the Kinmundy Express.
    On 17 Jun 1948, The Kinmundy Express (Kinmundy, Marion County, Illinois) has, "Miss Leah WILLIAMS and Carl B. VALLOW surprised their many friends by slipping away to Morganfield, Ky last Saturday where they were married by Rev. Gilbert P. ROBERTSON of that city. They were unattended. The bride is the eldest daughter of Deputy Sheriff and Mrs. Marshall WILLIAMS, and is a graduate of Kinmundy H.S. with the class of �46. Since her graduation she has taught school. The groom is the youngest son of Editor and Mrs. J. N. VALLOW of Kinmundy. He is a graduate of Kinmundy H.S. with the class of �46, and also a graduate of the Centralia Junior College with the class of �48. At the present time, he is employed by the State of Illinois, Division of Highways but will enter the Univ. of Illinois in the fall. They expect to take a short honeymoon just before the opening of school this fall. For the present, this happy couple will make their home with their parents."
    On 3 Dec 2009, The Farina News has, "LEAH VALLOW, 82, DIES - Leah W. VALLOW, 82, of 80 Edgewood Circle, Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, passed away on Friday, November 13, 2009, in the Chambersburg Hospital following a lengthy illness. Born on September 19, 1927, in Patoka, Illinois, she was a daughter of the late Marshall and Nellie (NICHOLS) WILLIAMS. Early in her life, she taught for three years at one room schools (Lacey School in the Farina area for two years in the late 1940's and Greenridge School in the Alma area for one year). Following her marriage to Carl V. VALLOW on June 12, 1948, she was a full time devoted homemaker. She was a member of Otterbein United Methodist Church in Fayetteville, Pennsylvania, and the Order of Eastern Star; and was active for many years with the Chambersburg Hospital Auxiliary. She was the daughter-in-law of the late Mr. and Mrs. J. N. VALLOW, Publisher of the Kinmundy Express. A loving and caring wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, she is survived by her loving husband, Carl of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania; four sons, Bernard J. VALLOW and wife, Connie, of Jacksonville, Florida, Les W. VALLOW and wife, Diane, of Valparaiso, Indiana, John W. VALLOW of Cleveland, Tennessee, and Alan Norris VALLOW of Lodi, California; a daughter, Alice V. GUDGEON and husband, Grant, of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania; nine grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; two sisters, Gloria WELKER of Salem and Sue SWIFT of Alma; and a brother, James L. WILLIAMS of Kinmundy. Funeral services were held at 1 p.m. on Monday, November 16, in the Chapel fo Thomas L. Geisel Funeral Home in Chambeersburg, Pennsylvania, with Pastor Thomas Willis officiating. Interment was in Parklawns Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be made to a food pantry of the donor's choice or to the Chambersburg Hospital Auxiliary, 120 North Seventh Street, Chambersburg, PA 17201."

    Children of Carl B. and Leah W. (WILLIAMS) VALLOW:

    7-1-1. Bernard J. VALLOW.
    Bernard married Connie ___?___ .
    In 2009, at the death of his mother, they were living in Jacksonville, Florida.

    7-1-2. Les W. VALLOW.
    Les married Diana ___?___ .
    In 2009, at the death of his mother, they were living in Valparaiso, Indiana.

    7-1-3. John W. VALLOW.
    In 2009, at the death of his mother, he was living in Cleveland, Tennessee.

    7-1-4. Alan Norris VALLOW.
    In 2009, at the death of his mother, he was living in Lodi, California.

    7-1-5. Alice V. VALLOW.
    Alice married Grant GUDGEON.
    In 2009, at the death of her mother, they were living in Chambersburg, Franklin County, Pennsylvania.

7-2. Gloria WILLAMS, born 21 Apr 1930, Marion County, Illinois.
    Gloria married first Dale CHASTEEN 10 Feb 1952, Alma, Marion County, Illinois. Dale died 26 Jul 1957, St. Louis, St. Louis County, Missouri.
    Gloria married 2nd Dale WELKER.
    On 14 Apr 1952, The Kinmundy Express (Kinmundy, Marion County, Illinois) has, "On Sunday, Feb. 10, in the Methodist Church in Alma, occurred the marriage of Miss Gloria WILLIAMS of Alma, to Dale CHASTEEN of Salem. Mrs. Floyd WILLIAMS, aunt of the bride, played music, and Miss Martha TREDWAY sang several songs. Rev. Frank TREDWAY performed the ceremony. Miss Valeska REDMAN of Salem, girlhood friend of the bride was the bridesmaid, and James WILLIAMS, brother of the bride, was the best man. Robert GAMMON, cousin of the bride, and Alfred RISI, brother-in-law of the bridegroom, were ushers. A reception was held in the basement of the church and Miss Sue WILLIAMS and Miss Joyce McHATTON served the cake and punch. The bride is the second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Marshall WILLIAMS of Alma, and the bridegroom is the youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. S. M. CHASTEEN of Salem. Both are graduates of Salem H.S. After a weeks honeymoon in the southern states, the couple will live in Salem where the bridegroom is employed by the Dennis Rushing Derrick Constructor Co., and the bride is an employee of Bell Telephone Co."
    On 11 Jul 1957, The Kinmundy Express (Kinmundy, Marion County, Illinois) has, "Dale CHASTEEN of Alma is a patient in the Fayette County Hospital in Vandalia with a fractured skull, the result of being thrown from his horse Sunday afternoon. The horse is considered gentle, but for some reason began bucking. In falling, Dale�s forehead struck the ground. It will be necessary for him to remain in the hospital the reminder of this week."
    On 1 Aug 1957, The Kinmundy Express (Kinmundy, Marion County, Illinois) has, "Dale CHASTEEN: Dale CHASTEEN, 24, died in St. Luke�s Hospital in St. Louis Friday. Services were held Monday from the Bowman Funeral Home in Salem, with interment in Salem Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Gloria (WILLIAMS); his 22 month old son, Jerry; his parents, Mr and Mrs. S. M. CHASTEEN, Salem; 2 sisters, Mrs. Alfred RISI, Los Angeles, Calif.; and Mrs. B. G. PARTON, Midway Island; 1 half-sister, Mrs. Dale HUNT, Mt. Vernon; and 2 half-brothers, Harold TACKETT of Salem; and George TACKET, Centralia. Dale was thrown from a horse on July 7th and received a fractured skull. He remained in the Fayette County Hospital 2 weeks, and came home. On Wednesday of last week, he was taken to St. Luke�s Hospital in St. Louis, where he died Friday."
    Gloria was a telephone operator and later she worked for the Salem Post Office.
    In 2011, Gloria was living in Salem, Marion County, Illinois.

Son of Dale and Gloria (WILLIAMS) CHASTEEN:

    7-2-1. Jerry CHASTEEN.
    Jerry married Connie GESELL.
    They live in Kinmundy.

Children of Jerry and Connie (GESELL) CHASTEEN:

7-2-1-1. Stephanie CHASTEEN.

7-2-1-2. Jeremy CHASTEEN.

        7-2-1-3. Matthew CHASTEEN.

7-3. James L. "Jimmy" WILLIAMS, born 1 Dec 1932, Marion County, Illinois, son of Marshall and Nellie Clara (NICHOLS) WILLIAMS.
    Jimmy married Joyce A. McHATTON 5 Nov 1952, Alma, Marion County, Illinois. She was born 1933, daughter of Walter McHATTON.
    On 6 Nov 1952, The Kinmundy Express (Kinmundy, Marion County, Illinois) has, "Joyce Ann McHATTON, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Walter McHATTON, of Kinmundy, and James L. WILLIAMS, son of Mr. and Mrs. Marshall WILLIAMS of Alma, were married Wednesday in the parsonage of the Alma Methodist Church by Rev. Frank TREDWAY. Attendants were Mrs. G. Dale CHASTEEN, Salem, the former Gloria WILLIAMS, sister of the groom, and Mr. CHASTEEN. Mrs. WILLIAMS is a graduate of Kinmundy H.S. with the class of 1951, and is employed in the Williams Grocery Store here in Kinmundy. The groom graduated from Salem H.S. in 1951 and is employed as a welder at the McNamar Crawley Tank Co. in Salem. The couple will resided in the Dunlap apartments."
    On 4 Jun 1953, The Kinmundy Express (Kinmundy, Marion County, Illinois) has, "Mrs. Joyce McHATTON WILLIAMS was elected president of the Kinmundy Alumni Association at the annual meeting and reception given in the school cafeteria Saturday evening. Sue HESTER HULSEY was named Vice President and Donna Mae GARRETT, the secretary-treasurer. 144 members and guests were in attendance at the gathering. Mrs. Pearl FISHER was the oldest member graduating with the class of �98. Also Earl HENSLEY of Chicago, who graduated in �01, was present, and this was his first alumni reception. Katherine WORMLEY, President, presided over the meeting, and Vice President this year was Lura ROBNETT, and Mildred KLEISS was Sec.-Treas. Herbert WILLIAMS gave the response from the Class of �53. Mr. V.V. BARCROFT, County Supt. of Schools of Clinton county, gave the address for the evening. He was superintendent of our schools for 18 years. (A list of those attending was included.)"
    On 10 Sep 1953, The Kinmundy Express (Kinmundy, Marion County, Illinois) has, "Pvt. and Mrs. Jim WILLIAMS of Ft. McLELLAND, Ala. spent the weekend with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Walter McHATTON, and in Alma with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Marshall WILLIAMS. "
    On 11 Jul 1957, The Kinmundy Express (Kinmundy, Marion County, Illinois) has, "Last Friday night, Mrs. Dale CHASTEEN of Alma and Mrs. Carl B. VALLOW of Neenah, Wis., honored Mrs. Jim WILLIAMS of this city with a nursery shower in the home of Mrs. CHASTEEN. (A list of those attending and sending gifts was included.)"
    On 8 Aug 1957, The Kinmundy Express (Kinmundy, Marion County, Illinois) has, "Mr. and Mrs. James WILLIAMS have a daughter born in the Fayette county Hospital, Vandalia, on July 31. She has been named Cathy Jo. The mother is the former Joyce McHATTON."
    They live in Kinmundy, Marion County, Illinois.
    Jimmy retired from being an Illinois State Policeman for many years.
    Jimmy served on the Marion County Board for several years. Elected as a Democrat.

    Children of Jimmy and Joyce (McHATTON) WILLIAMS:

    7-3-1. Kathy WILLAMS, born 31 Jul 1957, Illinois.
    Kathy married Roland GREENE. He was born 6 Sep 1965.
    In 2011, according to her brother's obituary, Kathy, Roland and Michael were living in Perrysburg, Wood County, Ohio.

        Son of Roland and Kathy (WILLIAMS)GREENE:

        7-3-1-1. Michael GREENE.

        7-3-1-2. Alexander "Alex" GREENE.
    In 2011, according to his uncle's obituary, Alex was living in Elyria, Lorain County, Ohio.

    7-3-2. Kevin James WILLAMS, born 17 Oct 1962, Vandalia, Fayette County, Illinois. Kevin died 3 Oct 2011, Salem, Marion County, Illinois.
    Kevin married 1st ___?___ and had a daughter.
    Kevin married 2nd Shelly (NEILSON) ____?____, daughter of Kenny NEILSON. Also her second marriage.
    On 6 October 2011, The Sentinel Page 9A(Centralia, Marion County, Illinois) has, "Kevin Williams - KINMUNDY - Kevin J. WILLIAMS, 49, of Kinmundy died at 10:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 3, 2011, at SalemTownship Hospital in Salem. He was born Oct. 17, 1961, in Vandalia, Son of James and Joyce A. (McHATTON) WILLIAMS of Kinmundy. In addition to his parents, Mr. WILLIAMS is survived by a daughter, Sara WILLIAMS of Walters, Okla.; a sister, Kathy GREENE and husband Roland of Perrysburg, Ohio; and two nephews, Michael GREENE of Perrysburg, Ohio, and Alex GREENE of Elyria, Ohio. Mr. WILLIAMS was a counselor in Health Care Services and attended Kinmundy Christian Church. A private family graveside service will be held at Evergreen Cemetery in Kimundy. Memorials may be made to Kinmundy Christian Church and may be left a Rogers-Atkins Funeral Home in Salem."

        Daughter of Kevin and ___?___ (___?___) WILLIAMS:

        7-3-2-1. Sara WILLAMS.
    In 2011, according to her father's obituary, she was living in Walters, Oklahoma.

7-4. Sue WILLAMS, born 1 Feb 1935, Marion County, Illinois.
    Sue married Ronald Eugene SWIFT. He was born 6 Oct 1937, son of Russell and Iris (JACKSON) SWIFT. Russell was the son of Cyrus Moses and Elizabeth "Lizzie" (GREEN) SWIFT. (Cyrus was the son of James M. and Elizabeth (GARRETT) SWIFT.) (See Swift Family, files section of Sandy Branch Yahoo Group ) Ron died Wednesday, 10 May 2006, at his home, Alma, Marion County, Illinois. He was 68 years of age. Burial at the Alma Cemetery.
    Ron was an auctioneer. He ran and owned Swift's Auction Service for over 30 years. He was an excellent auctioneer.
    Ron served as Mayor of Alma for 25 years.
    They are members of the Alma Christian Church.
    Ron was a member of the Kinmundy Masonic Lodge.

Children of Ronald Eugene and Sue (WILLIAMS) SWIFT:

7-4-1. Marsha SWIFT.

    7-4-2. Ronda Sue SWIFT, born 1957.
    Ronda married Randy YATES 15 Mar 1980, Alma Christian Church, Alma, Marion County, Illinois. He is the son of Lowell YATES of Farina, Illinois.
    Rhonda was elected Marion County Circuit Clerk in 2001. She was the first woman to hold the position. She had worked for the Circuit Clerk's office for 23 years before being elected. (See news clipping below.)
    Ronda is a member of the Kinmundy Christian Church and of the Kinmundy Chapter of the Easter Star.

Daughter of Randy and Ronda Sue (SWIFT) YATES:

7-4-2-1. Bethany YATES.

7-4-3. Russell SWIFT, born 1962.

7-4-4. Tom SWIFT. He married Gloria BAYLIS, daughter of Larry and Rosetta BAYLIS of Kinmundy.

Daughter of Larry and Rosetta (BAYLIS) SWIFT:

7-4-4-1. Elizabeth Ann SWIFT, born Sunday, 3 Dec 1995, Good Samaritan Hospital, Mt. Vernon, Jefferson County, Illinois.

#8
Floyd Pat Williams
of
Marion County, Illinois

       Floyd Pat WILLAMS, born 1906, Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois, son of Andrew Jackson and Lillie Belle (McWHIRTER) WILLIAMS. Floyd died 28 May 1985, Salem, Marion County, Illinois. Burial in the Alma Cemetery.
    Floyd married Ava Ellen MATTHEWS 2 Dec 1932. She was born 25 Aug 1909, Creal Springs, Illinois, daughter of S. A. and Daisy (PETERSON) MATTHEWS. Ava died Thursday, Sep 1987, Beckemeyer, Clinton County, Illinois. She is buried in Alma Cemetery.
    They were members of the Alma United Methodist Church.
    Ava was a member of the Eastern Star. She was a schoolteacher.
    Pat was a member of the Masonic Hall.

Adopted Son of Floyd Pat and Ava Ellen (MATTHEWS) WILLIAMS:

8-1. Stephen A. WILLAMS. He was adopted.
    Stephen lives in Beckemeyer, Clinton County, Illinois.
    Stephen is married and has five children.

#9
Gertrude Elizabeth Williams
Gammon
of
Marion County, Illinois

       Gertrude Elizabeth WILLAMS, born 9 Jun 1910, Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois, daughter of Andrew Jackson and Lillie Belle (McWHIRTER) WILLIAMS. Gertrude died 6 Jul 1956. Burial in the Alma Cemetery, Alma, Marion County, Illinois.
    Gertrude married Denzil Burdette GAMMON 15 Jun 1934, Greenville, Bond County, Illinois. He was born 20 Nov 1908, Alma, Marion County, Illinois, son of Robert Lee and Elsie (ROBINSON) GAMMON. Denzil died 9 Jul 1995, Alma, Marion County, Illinois. Burial in the Alma Cemetery, Alma, Marion County, Illinois.
    On 7 Apr 1930, the census shows Gertrude WILLIAMS age 20, living with her brother-in-law and sister, Emery (32) and Florence (32) WRIGHT at 3441 Lexington Street, Chicago, Cook County, Illinois.

Sons of Denzil Burdette and Gertrude (WILLIAMS) GAMMON:

9-1. Robert Andrew GAMMON, born 29 Sep 1936, Alma, Marion County, Illinois. He died Friday, 28 Jul 2006, Kentucky, age of 69.
    Robert married 1st Nancy Colleen DAVIS.
    Robert married 2nd Dora Murphy VERNON. She was born 20 Nov 1938.
    Robert was a food broker and owend Nova Sales in Florida.
    Robert was a member of the Union City Christian Church.
    Robert hobbies included fishing, gardening and University of Kentucky basketball.
    Robert and Murphy lived in Berea, Madison County, Kentucky.
    In 2006, when Robert died, he had the following grandchildren, Matthew, Katelyn, Mitchell, Luke, Grant, Emily, Zachary and Jacob GAMMON.

    Children of Robert and Nancy Colleen (DAVIS) GAMMON:

    9-1-1. Pamela Dianne GAMMON, born 20 Jun 1956. In 2006, Dianne lives in Tampa, Florida.

    9-1-2. Mark Andrew GAMMON, born 20 Dec 1957. Mark married Lori A. ___?___ . She was born in 1962. In 2006, Mark and Lori live in Boise, Idaho.

9-10. Denny GAMMON,

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Charles McWhirter
Chapter 1

Genealogical Sources

***United States Federal Census Records. (Note: All census records are recorded as they are, including misspelled names and wrong ages and dates, in order to keep each record accurate.)
***United States Social Security Records.
***U.S. Public Records Index Record.
***U.S. Phone and Address Directories, 1993-2002.
***World War I Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918.
***Illinois Statewide Marriage Index, 1763-1900.
***Database of Illinois Death Certificates, 1916�1950.
***Texas Birth Index, 1903-1997.
***California Birth Index, 1905-1995.
***Gleanings From The Kinmundy Express by Dolores Ford Mobley.
***The Kinmundy Express - Kinmundy, Marion County, Illinois.
***Marion County Observer - Salem, Marion County, Illinois.
***Salem Times-Commoner - Salem, Marion County, Illinois.
***The Sentinel - Centralia, Marion County, Illinois.
***Footprints In Marion County, Illinois; Quarterly publication of the Marion County Genealogical & Historical Society.
***Cemetery Records and Grave Stones.
***Milward Funeral Home Records - Lexington, Fayette County, Kentucky.
***Information from Andrea Williams.
***Information from Wanda L. (Albert) Davis of Salem, Marion County, Illinois.
***Information from Sandra Sue (Crawford) Dains of Illinois.
***First Hand Knowledge.

Compiled by:
(Great-Great-Grandson of Charles Pitts McWhirter)

Stephen P.H. Frakes
321 South Franklin Street
Salem, Illinois 62881-2120
stephenfrakes@yahoo.com

Additions and Corrections Appreciated
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Updated:
4 July 2024