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Recent obituaries in Olney and Clay City
The obituaries in the Olney and Clay City Areas reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity Olney and Clay City's history and identity.
Ray Bateman Crackel
Jun 11, 2012
Ray B Crackel was born March 12, 1919 in Clay County, Illinois, the son of Walter and Bertha (Bateman) Crackel. He married Kathryn Holman on April 20, 1943. Ray worked as a self-employed welder at Crackel's Welding Shop. He was a member of the Clay City United Methodist Church, American Legion, and Masonic Lodge. During WWII, Ray served his...
Jackie N. Umfleet
Jun 3, 2012
Jackie N. Umfleet was born January 12, 1936 in Richland County, Illinois, the son of Hobart and Dora (Taylor) Umfleet. He married Norma Crites on June 17, 1955. He worked for the East Richland School District Maintenance Department and was a member of Eureka Church of Christ. Jackie is survived by his wife, Norma Umfleet of Olney; son, Galen...
Sandra M. Leist
Jun 2, 2012
Sandra Mary Leist was born on January 29, 1948 in Olney, Illinois, the daughter of Lester Lamkin and Mary (Ochs) Lamkin Kraus. She married Jerry Leist on November 18, 1987 in Olney. Sandra was a homemaker and had worked as a waitress at The Holiday and for Molding Systems Production in Olney. She was a member of Immanuel United...
Donald Isaac Crum
May 30, 2012
Donald Isaac Crum was born May 3, 1924 in German Township to Raymond and Ethel (Phillips) Crum. March 26, 1948 he married LaVaughn Shearer. Donald was a Farmer and member of Trinity Lutheran Church. He loved his Family and Farming. Survivors are Son, Dale Crum and wife, Suzanne and Daughter, Cynthia Mehl and husband, Steve. Grandchildren, Leslie Farris and...
Evelyn B. Murphy
May 30, 2012
Evelyn B. Murphy was born on October 15, 1920 in Eldon Twp., Ontario, Canada, the daughter of Hugh and Euphemia (Ewen) Moore. She married Harry Thomas Murphy, Sr. on April 17, 1945 in Toronto, Ontario. He preceded her in death on May 22, 1999. Evelyn was a member of Immanuel United Methodist Church and had worked as a bookkeeper...
Frederick H. Ahlfield
May 26, 2012
Frederick Henry Ahlfield, Jr. was born May 29, 1944 in Olney, Illinois, the son of Frederick H. and Fern (Nicholas) Ahlfield. He married Donna Everett on April 8, 1972 in Olney. Fred was an avid race fan, NASCAR his favorite. He liked going to races, camping and enjoyed many good times with friends and family. He worked at Keens...
Robert F. Weccele
May 26, 2012
Robert F. Weccele was born October 12, 1953 in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Elmer and Francis (Murphy) Weccele. He married Rosilea Feldman on October 9, 1998. He was a U.S. Navy Veteran and had worked as a truck driver. He was a member of the American Legion. Robert is survived by his wife, Rosilea Feldman of Olney; Daughter,...
Darrin P. Wheeler
May 23, 2012
Darrin Paul Wheeler was born in Vermont June 27, 1968 to William Oliver and Carole Coolen Wheeler. He is survived by his Sister, Samantha Powling of Springfield, Massachusetts, Step-Mother, Lorene Wheeler and Step-Sisters, Shelly and Belinda. Darrin was preceded in death by his Parents and Step-Brother, Roland Cremation rites were accorded; there will be no services.
Vivianne Elaine Clow
May 18, 2012
Infant daughter of Gregory J. and Katherine E. Clow Maternal Grandparents, Gwenevere DeWitt and Warren Stump of New Whiteland, IN Paternal Grandparents, Greg and Hilary Clow of Greenwood, IN Paternal Great Grandparents, Joe and Karen Clow of Olney A Private Graveside Service was held at 11:00 AM on Friday June 1, 2012 at Haven Hill Memorial Garden in Olney...
Gloria Ann (Watson) Shipley
May 15, 2012
Ann was born to Hugh & Sally Watson on April 11, 1930, in Paducah, KY. Her family moved to Olney in 1942 when her father was transferred here by the International Shoe Company. She graduated from Olney Township High School in 1948. Ann married George E. Shipley of Olney on July 3, 1947. Always having a home full of...
Dorothy Mae Yeager
May 15, 2012
Dorothy Mae Yeager was born on April 26,1918 in St. Louis, MO. She was married to Teddy J. Yeager. She had worked as a housekeeper.
Jerry W. Trout
May 13, 2012
Jerry W. Trout was born on August 28, 1937 in Flat Rock, IL, the son of Emmerson & Minnie Mildred (Weger) Trout. He was a Quality Control Supervisor at Johnson Control. He is survived by his Long Time Companion, Anita Hahn, daughter, Anita Hout of Olney and Cody Romack, son, Anthony & Charlotte Trout of Ingraham, son, Larry Trout...
Ruby Irene (Scott) Akins
May 11, 2012
Ruby Irene Scott Akinswas born on September 18, 1919 in Noble, the daughter of James E. & Millie M. (Bretton) Scott of Kansas. She married Robert E. Akins and he preceded her in death in September of 1986. She had worked at the Olney Garment Factory and was a cook at the Noble Grade School. She was a member...
James T Clinton
May 10, 2012
James T. Clinton was born on July 19, 1920 in Jefferson Co., IL, the son of Carl W. and Maude Marie (Taylor) Clinton. He married Ruth Zerkel on March 30, 1951. He taught Agriculture for 15 years and was the Farm Director broadcaster for WVLN Radio. Jim is a member of the Freedom Baptist Church and was aU.S. Navy...
Beatrice M. Bossetto
May 8, 2012
Beatrice Mary Bossetto, 96, a lifelong resident of Parkersburg, died at 1:30 PM, Tuesday, May 8, 2012, at Burgin Manor in Olney. Mrs. Bossetto was born in Parkersburg, Illinois, December 7, 1915, the daughter of Lewis and Pearle (Lowe) Jenner. She was preceded in death in 1985 by her husband of forty-seven years, Frank Bossetto. She was a homemaker...
Ray 'Lucky' Redman
May 7, 2012
Ray Keith "Lucky" Redman was born February 10, 1926 in Richland County, Illinois, the son of William Edward and Anna Elizabeth (Glathart) Redman. He married Evelyn D. (Walker) on January 24, 1958. She preceded him in death on September 4, 1991. Lucky was a carpenter by trade and a member of Tennessee Carpenter's Union. He was a U.S. Navy...
Hilda D. (Curry) Robins
May 6, 2012
Hilda D. (Curry) Robins was born on March 23, 1921 in Ft. Branch, Indiana, the daughter of Clarence and Agusta (Witte) Curry. She married L.D. Robbins in 1995 and he preceded her in death in 2006. Hilda was a retired receptionist of 34 years from Weber Medical Clinic. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church and attended West...
Phyllis Pflaum
May 4, 2012
Phyllis Pflaum was born on April 5, 1945 in Olney, Illinois, the daughter of Troy and Thelma (Heindselman) Cook. She married Jerry Pflaum on September 26, 1963. She was a retired secretary for the West Richland School District for 38+ years and a member of the Church of Christ in Vincennes, IN. Phyllis is survived by her husband, Jerry;...
Robert L. "Bob" Berger
Apr 30, 2012
Robert Lee Berger was born December 1, 1919 in Claremont, IL, the son of Fred and Bernice (Gaddy) Berger. He married the love of his life, Frances “Jerri” Rodgers on December 9, 1939 in Kentucky. He was a World War II Army Veteran, fought in The Battle of the Buldge and received The Purple Heart and Bronze Star. After...
Debra Adams
Apr 28, 2012
Debra Adams was born on November 8, 1957 in Lawrence County, Illinois, the daughter of Neil & Nada (Holtz) Anderson. She married Bob Adams and he survives her along with her parents of Olney, daughter, Neilly Mays & her husband Andrew of Olney, son, Nick Anderson of Marion, IL, Ross Adams of Evansville, IN and her grandchildren Alyvia &...
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