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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.
Dick Richard Fessel
Oct 18, 2011
Dick was born on December 20, 1932 in Olney, IL to John Ed & Dorothy (Weaver) Fessel. Dick started Dick Fessel, Ltd. in 1962 and also consulted clothing businesses across the country in inventory liquidation. He was a member of the Illinois Retailers Association, Olney Chamber of Commerce, Elks Club, Richland County Country Club, Rotary Club, Petroleum Club, and...
Donald Eugene Tracy
Oct 17, 2011
Donald Eugene Tracy was born April 13, 1940 in Clark County, Illinois, the son of Lyle and Letha May (Smith) Tracy. He married Carol Downey on June 24, 1961 in Eaton, Illinois. Don was a retired mechanic and owner/operator of Marathon and Union 76 Service Stations. He had also worked at Marathon Tire. Don was a member of Christian...
Marjorie Ann Zerkle
Oct 12, 2011
Marjorie Ann Zerkle was born September 4, 1943 in Noble Township, Illinois, the daughter of Verl Ray "Pop" and Beulah (Benson) Taylor of Mt. Erie. On May 1, 1960, she eloped with James L. Zerkle in Shaweetown, IL. She was an employee of GTE until 1984 and has since been a Case Coordinator for the Department of Rehab for...
Jean A Wilson
Oct 11, 2011
Jean A. Wilson was born on December 10, 1930, the son of Lee & Elizabeth (Parks)Wilson. He had worked as a tool pusher for Union Oil. He was a member of the Liberty Baptist Church in Wakefield, IL He is survived by his wife Virginia He is also survived by his son, Don Wilson & wife Cathy of Olney,...
Curtis Junior Inyart
Oct 10, 2011
Curt Inyart was born on November 22, 1956 in Colorado Springs, Colorado, the son of Ralph & Emma (Pitzer) Inyart, Jr. He is survived by his parents, sister, Marilyn Bauman & husband Tom of Olney, brother Jeff Inyart & wife Patricia of Claremont and several nieces & nephews. He was preceded in death by his half brother Robert Labrie....
Albertia D. (Bowers) Potts
Oct 10, 2011
Albertia D. (Bowers) Potts was born on May 27, 1916 in Auglaize,Ohio, the daughter of Oscar & Maude (Werner) Bowers. She married Royce A. Potts September 14, 1935 and he deceased April 6,1991. They lived in Kansas with the oilfield at one time. She moved to Illinois when she was 2 years old and lived in the area south...
Dorothy Mae Marks
Oct 10, 2011
Dorothy Mae Marks was born on December 1, 1931 in Parkersburg, IL, the daughter of Rodger & Nova (Pixley) Waters. She married Glen Eugene Marks on July 12, 1948 in Kentucky He deceased her July 1, 2011. She and her husband Glen ran Marks Sunset Manor in Olney. Surviving Dorothy are 4 daughters, Linda Sue Malone & husband Tom...
Calvin W. Schrey
Oct 9, 2011
Calvin W. “Cal” Schrey was born on August 5,1927 in Richland County, the son of Frank William & Lucy (Burgener) Schrey. "Cal" married Vanetta Tate “Bunn” Runyon on January 16, 1948. She died on June 23, 2007. He owned and operated Schrey Marine. He was a member of the Elm Street Christian Church in Olney, a WWII U S...
Lester Harold Sterchi
Oct 8, 2011
Lester Harold Sterchi was born on July 3,1923 to John & Ruth Etta (Schrey) Sterchi. He married Lela Mae Watkins on July 25, 1981 at Saron Church. He was a farmer and had worked as a rural mail carrier. He was a member of the Saron Church of Grand Prairie He had been a member of the East Richland...
Agnes Leister
Oct 7, 2011
Beth was born January 23, 1923 in Louisville, KY to Terrel and Estelle (Hughes) Callis. December 19, 1940 she married Louie Leister who soon after left to serve his Country during World War II. Beth and Louie have three children, Son, William Leister and his wife Charlotte of Noble, IL, Daughter, Bonnie French and her husband, Keith of Newton,...
Eugene M. Stiff
Oct 4, 2011
Eugene M. Stiff was born February 9, 1914, the son of John and Hattie (Hoover) Stiff. He married Theora Williams on February 1, 1941. Mr. Stiff graduated from Olney Township High School in 1932. He was a retired grain and dairy farmer and was awarded the Richland County Conservation of the year award in 1993. He was a member...
Michael Leroy Woods
Oct 2, 2011
Michael Leroy Woods was born April 10, 1952, the son of Cecil and Lois (Salyers) Woods. He married Rhonda Clark on March 16, 1978 in Olney, IL. They were blessed with two children. Michael had worked for Roadmaster, The Opportunity Center / ARC and Dresser-Atlas. He was a member of Olney Free Methodist Church. He is survived by his...
Carol C. Whittington
Sep 30, 2011
Carol C. Whittington was born on May 9, 1935, the daughter of Andrew & Fanny (Camp) Milligan. She married Bobby Leroy Whittington on July 9, 1960. She was a homemaker and member of the Olney Southern Baptist Church. Surviving are her husband Bob, daughter, Sandra Pinkston of LaHarpe, IL and Susan Stephenson of Canton, IL. Also surviving her is...
William E. Weiler
Sep 28, 2011
William E. "Bill" Weiler was born March 27, 1930 in Clay County, IL, the son of Eugene & Marie (Holman) Weiler. He married Berneta Lutz on December 7, 1946. Bill retired from the oilfield industry. He was a Mason, former Clay City school board member of a member of the Clay City United Methodist Church. He enjoyed hunting and...
Opal M. Grove
Sep 27, 2011
Opal was born April 28, 1924 in Richland Co., IL the daughter of Charles and Cora (Marlowe) Walker. She married Lee Grove January 11, 1947. He preceded her in death January 7, 1995. She is survived by one daughter, Patsy Lenear and husband, Dale of Olney, IL, one sister Neva Mae Schrader of Olney, IL, two grandchildren, Lee Ann...
Carl W. Hildebrand
Sep 27, 2011
Carl W. Hildebrand was born on December 14, 1941 in Clay County, the son of Carl "Rudy" and Norma (McKinney) Hildebrand. He was a retired truck driver. Carl is survived by his daughter, Carla Colclasure of Clay City; son, James Hildebrand of Flora, IL; son, Jeffery Hildebrand of Olney, IL; daughter, Julie (James) Bullock of Mascoutah, IL; sister, Cinda...
Grayson E. King
Sep 25, 2011
Grayson E. King was the son of Richard and JoAnn (Brewster) King. He had worked as a tree trimmer. Grayson is survived by his Mother, JoAnn King of Olney; daughter, Tabith King and Matt Werner of Golconda, IL; sister, Misty Jo King; niece, Randi Dylan and Jeffrey Partin and uncle, Ben King of Hillsboro, IL. He was preceded in...
Genevieve G. Shuler
Sep 24, 2011
Genevieve G. Shuler was born on September 27, 1917, the daughter of Dalton and Estella (Cokley) Brock. She married Herbert Shuler on February 17, 1940 in Henderson, Kentucky. He preceded her in death in 1967. Mrs. Shuler was retired as owner and operator of Shuler Tractor Service. She was a member of the First Christian Church in Noble. Genevieve...
William Neal Mitchel
Sep 19, 2011
William Neal "Bill" Mitchel was born on November 1, 1936 in Pixley Township, the son of Russell and Lizzie (Smith) Mitchel. He married Minerva Phillips on September 3, 1955. Bill worked many years for Union Oil Company and enjoyed farming. He was a member of the Ingrham Baptist Church, a Pixley Township Trustee, former member of the Ingraham Community...
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