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Parke County Indiana Obituaries Surnames beginning with the letter "S"
Died on the 20th inst. in Rosedale, Mrs. James GRIEVES; about the same place on the 22nd int. Mrs. Susan SACKETT and on the 23d inst, Mr. Samuel ALEXANDER. - Rockville Paper, 1893 -- no date SACKS Carl Sacks was called to Indianapolis Saturday by the death of his father, Daniel Sacks, which occurred at his home Saturday. He was 86 and had been in poor health for some time. Funeral services were held Monday at 10 o'clock. - Crawfordsville Journal, Saturday, March 24, 1923 -- (Marshall heading) SANDERS “We regret to learn that Mr. A. SANDERS, of Washington Township, in this county, met with an accident on Saturday last, which resulted to his death in a few hours after its occurrence. Our informant states that when the accident occurred Mr. S. was engaged in chopping down a tree in the forest, and that as the tree upon which he was chopping was failing it struck the unfortunate man causing his death as we have stated. Mr. S., we understand, was a man of limited means, and leaves a wife and a large family of comparatively helpless children to mourn his death.” - The Parke County Republican, February 6, 1867, Page 2 Mrs. Sarah Sanders aged 80, was fatally burned Sunday. Gasoline was being used to clean a bedstead. She lived near Rockville - Waveland Independent, July 19, 1918 SCHNEIDER Funeral Card -- thanks to Alberta Butler -- In Memory of Lora SCHNEIDER born: March 15, 1874 Parke County, Indiana. Date of Death: June 1, 1967 Parke County, Indiana Nursing Home, Rockville, IN. Services from: Butler Funeral Home, Rockville IN Sunday, June 4, 1967 1:00 p.m. Clergyman: Rev. Phillip D. Frew. Organist;: Marie Wimmer; Final Resting Place: Poplar Grove Cemetery, Marshall IN. SCHLOSSER The death of Mrs. William H. SCHLOSSER at her home just north of Bluff Mills on Sunday morning brought a climax to a story of incurable illness and destitution. Schlosser is a WWI veteran and one of the victims of the “economy” campaign. Although he was a total disability case from mental trouble, his pension was cut off and reasons of support, with Mrs. Schlosser dying of cancer and Mr. Schlosser confined in the county jail to keep him from harming himself or others. The American Legion has been giving what assistance was possible. Mrs. Schlosser was the daughter of William and Laura GOSKILL and was born in Ft. Wayne October 31, 1898. She married Mr. Schlosser May 26, 1917. They lived in Indianapolis but for the past year have lived at Bluff Mills. She is survived by the husband, a daughter of 19 and son of six. A short service was held here on Tuesday morning in charge of Rev. H. Roy Sigler, after which the body was taken to South Bend for burial. - Waveland Independent, December 29, 1933 “Rebecca SCHLOSSER, 59, RR 2, Crawfordsville, died at 10 am Thursday, January 2, 1992, at her residence after an extended illness. Born October 9,1932 near Russellville, she was the daughter of Curtis and Helen McMurtry Mason. On July 31, 1954, she married Dr. James C. Schlosser, who survives. Other survivors include her mother, of Greencastle; a son, Stephen Schlosser of Indianapolis; two daughters, Dawn Hooley of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and Denise Aldrich of Sherrard, Illinois; two brothers, John Mason of South Bend, and Ralph Mason of Arizona; two sisters, Joyce Williams of Greenville, Ohio, and Sandra Hand of Chicago, Illinois; and five grandchildren. .… Burial was in Joppa Cemetery.” - Parke County Sentinel, January 8, 1992 SCONCE Bessie Sconce died at the homer of her brother, Earl Rusk, of Veedersburg on Sunday morning. She was born near Guion August 22, 1895 and was the daughter of Baltus and Elizabeth Russ. Her first husband was a Mr. Tuck, now dead. They had one son, who is living. Later she married George Sconce who died May 25, 1930. They had two sons, Donald and James. She is also survived by three brothers, Earl of Veedersburg, Rice of Toledo, Ohio and Richard of Terre Haute, one sister, Mrs. Louise Smith of Massena, Iowa. Funeral services at the Guion Presbyterian Church on Tuesday afternoon. Burial at the Strong cemetery. Waveland Independent -- 1931 SCOTT Silverwood Woman Dead - - Mrs. Sarah Scott - - Silverwood, Indiana In failing health the past few years, Mrs. Sarah Scott, 85, died at the home of her niece and nephew, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Abbott, Silverwood. Death due to complications. Mrs. Scott was born Sept. 10, 1853 in Parke County, Ind. daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Return Richmond. She married Clayton Scott about 60 years ago, he died about 12 years ago. Surviving are a son, Ben Scott of Greeley, Colorado; a daughter, Nellie Cline; two brothers, William Richmond in Minnesota, Return Richmond, Silverwood, Indiana, a half-brother Garner Richmond of California. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m., Sunday at the Zion Baptist Church of which she was a member. The Rev. Minnie Hollingsworth, Georgetown, officiating. Burial in Miller Cemetery, J Spencer Kingman undertaker in charge. - From Amie Boone who states “A handwritten obituary that I received from Estella Seymour, great granddaughter of Return J. Richmond through his son William Alexander Richmond. All of Estella's pictures and things were received from her mother Sarah Eliza Richmond Kiser who pursued genealogy in the 1940s. “
SEAY The body of William Seay of Guion was interred here Tuesday, after funeral services at the home of his daughter, Mrs. [Birdie] Kirkpatrick, near Marshall. He had been seriously ill for about a week. He was born in Virginia, 68 years ago. He is survived by his wife and seven children, 4 sons and 3 daughters. Arthur and John formerly lived near here. - Waveland Independent, 15 March 1918 William L. Seay was born at Lynchburg, VA January 4, 1850. He was united in marriage to Lois Isaacs September 15, 1878. To this union were born two children: John R. and Thomas W. of Arapahoe, Co. The mother having departed this life in February 1882, he was again united in marriage to Rebecca Jane Hall, November 14, 1883. To this union were born five children: Sadie Agnes of Elwin, Illinois; Birdie M. of Marshall; Arthur of Guion; Margaret of Oklahoma City and Verna Irene of Marshall (IN) and 15 grandchildren, all of whom survive and also one sister Mrs. Ida C. Damewood of Evanston, Illinois He united with the Church of Christ at Long Point, Ill 23 years ago and remained in fellowship at that place until his death. He had been in failing health for several years past, but bore his suffering patiently and with true Christian fortitude. He was confined to his bed only a week prior to his death. The end came peaceful at 5 o'clock Sun even, March 10, he being 68 years, 2 months and 6 days old. His life was spent in the sunshine, cheering and helping others. He overlooked the faults of others, and was always generous in his praise. Many indeed, there are who rise to call him blessed because of his beneficent influence. Of such a one, we may say with the Poet: "There is no death. What seem so is transition. This life of mortal breath, Is but a suburb of the life elision, Whose portal we call Death." All the children were present at his bedside at the time of his death except Thomas. The funeral was conducted at the home Tues. morning at 10 o'clock by Rev. OS Stewart of Waveland, with interment at Maple Ridge. - Waveland Independent, March 29, 1918
SERVA Mrs. Hazel Carter Serva of Rockville, age 75, died in Union Hospital, Terre Haute, Thursday afternoon November 18. She was a member of Memorial United Presbyterian Church, Estabrook Chapter DAR, Rockville Woman's Department Club, Hammond OES, Greencastle Society of Colonial Dames and Royal Neighbors Lodge. Surviving are her husband, Albert; a daughter, Mrs. Phyllis Verity of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida; a son, Zane A. Armstrong of Indianapolis; two stepsons, David Serva of Terre Haute and Albert Serva of Fayetteville, NC; two sisters, Mrs. Nellie M. Rogers and Miss Ruby carter, both of Terre Haute; a brother, James M. Carter of Terre Haute; 10 grandchildren and six great grandchildren. OES memorial services were conducted by the Rockville Chapter at the Butler Funeral Home, Sun. night and private graveside services were held at Roselawn Memorial Park near Terre Haute. - Unknown source -(This one thanks to Alberta Butler) SETTLES The older W.H.S. people will regret very much to hear of the death of Guy F. Settles in Hastings, Michigan November 17 after an illness of three days. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. William Settles of Guion. He was one of the best students in the high school, active as an athlete and very popular. He served through the World War. - Waveland Independent, December 6, 1929 SEWELL Mrs. Mary Jane SEWELL of Judson passed away, Thursday May 10, at 12:30 a.m. in Union Hospital, Terre Haute after an illness of about a year. Born in Laurel Co, Kentucky she was the daughter of William and Nancy Russell POYNTER. On August 23, 1904 she was married to George L. Sewell who survives. She was a member of the Parkeville Christian Church and lived in its immediate neighborhood most of her married life. Survivors are the husband, George; two sons, Lester of Waveland and Paul of Judson; a brother, Paris Poynter of Bainbridge, a sister, Mrs. Bessie Hann of Hinsdale, Ill 7 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Saturday at 2 at the Parkeville Christian Church. Ray Britton officiated and burial was in Russellville Cemetery. Pallbearers were the grandchildren. - Tri-County News, Thursday May 17, 1956 SEYBOLD Marshall -- Percy D. SEYBOLD - 60, a native of Parke County died Friday morning at his home in Pittsburgh, PA according to word received here by a sister, Mrs. Owen Swaim. Mr. Seybold, who has been in business in Pittsburgh many years, spent his boyhood in Parke Co. He was a veteran of WWI.. His parents were J L & Ellen Seybold. Surviving besides the sister in Marshall are the widow, the former Kathleen Nurnberger of Rosedale, a daughter, Mary Seybold, Purdue University Student, another sister, Mrs. Gladys Harrison of Mecca and a brother, Roscoe Seybold of Pittsburgh. The body will be brought to the Frist Funeral Home in Clinton where services will be held Monday. - Crawfordsville Journal-Review July 17, 1948 The death of Fred Seybold of Dana, Indiana, formerly of Waveland came as a surprise to his many friends here today. Mr. Seybold's death was due to heart trouble and dropsy from which he had suffered for the past year. Mr. Seybold was married 14 years ago to Hattie Todd, of near here and to them was born one son, James. Mr. Seybold was a member of the church here and also an active member of the Elks' lodge. He was a barber and pursued his trade in the vicinity of Waveland. The deceased leaves his widow, one son, one stepdaughter and three brothers, Frank of Waveland, Joseph of Dana and Morris of Russellville. Crawfordsville Daily Journal -- Saturday, February 3, 1917 Funeral Card: (thanks to Alberta Butler) -- In memory of Charles O. SEYBOLD, date of birth: October3, 1873. Services: June 29, 1961 Barnes Chapel. Minister: Rev. Dale Hamilton. Music: Billie Barnes; Pall Bearers: Bridgeton F & AM. Burial: Rockville Cemetery. Grave side Services; Bridgeton F & Am. "Son Drowns in Father's Sight". Elmer Ray, the youngest son of Jasper W. Seybold, of St. Peter, Minn., was drowned in Lake Emily, near his home, August 5. Father and son were bathing in the lake when Ray suddenly sank in deep water, and Mr. Seybold, who was a poor swimmer was unable to give assistance. The boy was 22 years old and a senior in Hamlaine University. Another son was accidentally shot and killed in Wisconsin in May. Jasper Seybold was the youngest of the Seybold brothers, and before going to Minnesota, lived a number of years in Iowa. - Waveland Independent, August 25, 1916 James Fred, the third son of Jackson and Sarah Seybold was born October10, 1876, at the old homestead near Guion and answered the death summons, Friday, February 2, 1917 at his home in Dana, In. He had been in failing health about two years, the sufferings of which he endured with patience, but his death came unexpected as a result of a sudden attack of heart failure. Although every available means was resorted to by his family and friends to restore his health, the death angel came to his relief, which he met with courage. Fred grew to manhood in the vicinity of Browns Valley where he has retained a host of friends, who will ever cherish his memory. He united with the Browns Valley Baptist Church when quite young, but removed his membership to Petroskey, Mi where he later resided. He was possessed of a sunny disposition and had a smile and pleasant greeting for everyone. He seemed to realize when his friends needed a cheerful word and helping hand, so he gave one and extended the other. He had the Christian spirit of charity in his soul and the remembrance of him who has so recently departed is so full of painful regrets that we do not wish to dwell upon the dark side. But let hope and faith mingle with our natural sorrow and look at that feature where the severed ties of earth are reunited. Had we no hidden treasure in heaven life would not be worth living. He was united in marriage to Hattie Todd Nov. 3, 1900, and to this union one child came to bless their home, James Todd, aged 12 years. It can truly be said of the deceased that his devotion to his family and his fatherly interest and kindness which he bestowed upon his stepdaughter, Blee Lydick, is evidence of his sincerity and virtue. Besides his wife and two children, 3 brothers, Frank of Waveland; Joe of Clinton and Morris of near Brown Valley and a foster sister, Mrs. Alice Horn of Rockville survive. His parents preceded him to their heavenly home. The funeral was conducted at the Browns Valley Baptist Church Monday morning at 10 o'clock by Rev. S. K.. Fuson of Rockville. Interment was made at Indian Creek Hill Cemetery. The vast amount of beautiful flowers was evidence of his true worth. The pallbearers were Harry Coons, Morris and Joe Seybold, Zura Monroe, Mr. Nichols and Dr. White. The bereaved family has the deepest sympathy of all their friends in this neighborhood. - Crawfordsville Daily Journal -- February 9, 1917 Some of our older citizens will remember J. W. Seybold, who lived on a farm near Guion, but who now lives in St. Peter, MN, and will regret to hear that his son, Lloyd, was killed recently by falling on a high tension wire. This is the third son that Mr. Seybold has lost by accident one being drowned while swimming and the other accidentally shot. - Waveland Independent, October29, 1926 Joseph S. SEYBOLD of Mowequa, Illinois who had been visiting here several days, died unexpectedly at the home of Charles HORN in Rockville on Thursday of last week. He was in his usual health and had eaten a hearty supper. The body was taken to the home of his son, Harley in Edinburg, Ill on Friday. Funeral services were held t the Mowequa Presbyterian Church on Sunday afternoon. Burial in I. O. O. F. cemetery. Mr. Seybold was the son of Jackson and Anna WHITE Seybold and was born near Guion, April 18, 1874. He spent his boyhood on the old Seybold place near Guion. he married Maggie DINKENS December 27, 1897. She died in 1929. He is survived by 3 children: Harley and Ellen of Edinburg, and Gladys of Springfield. He is also survived by two brothers, Frank & Maurice and one sister, Mrs. Charles Horn. Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Seybold and Harold and Frank Seybold went over for the funeral. Waveland Independent, September 6, 1935 SHALLEY Funeral Card -- thanks to Alberta Butler -- Lula Irene SHALLEY b. October14, 1892 Catlin IN. Date of Death: March 29, 1967 Vermillion Co. Hospital, Clinton In. Services from: Butler Funeral Home, Rockville, IN Saturday April 1, 1967 2:00 p.m. Clergyman: Rev. Raymond Skelton. Organist: Sylvia Newlin. Final Resting Place: Mt. Moriah, Hollandsburg IN. Pall Bearers: Maurice Coleman; Harold Collings; Cyrus Harbison; Frank Fritts; Don Harbison; Donald Pratt. Silas SHALLEY died at his home near Hollandsburg last Sunday of Consumption. He was a brother of Mrs. Kate YOUNT of this place. - Waveland Independent, April 14, 1899 Mrs. G. W. Shalley - Mrs. G. W, Shalley died at her home near Parkville, March 12, and was buried at Mt. Moriah Baptist church, March 14. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. E. E. Moorman of this place. Mrs. Shalley, whose maiden name was Sarah F. Tusley? was born in Shelby county, Kentucky, March 2, 1842. She moved to Parke county with her parents in 1865 and was married to G. W. Shalley, September 10 1868. Four children were born of whom Thomas, Zella and Thena are living. Her husband survives her as do also her aged mother in Shelby county, Ky. and four brothers and two sisters. John S., Crawfordsville; Stephen M., New Market; William T., Tobinsport, Indiana,; James F. Shelby county, Kentucky; Mrs. S. A. Huss, Louisville, KY; and Mrs. Mary E. Moreland, Shelby county. At the age of sixteen she joined the Christian church, at Jeptina, Shelby county, under the ministry of Rev. William Tharp, father of Rev. Wallace Tharp. She was one of the founders of the Parkeville church, which was built in 1870. She was a true and loving mother and a devoted wife. - Waveland Independent, March 22, 1901 (Submitted by Anita Ellis ) SHANK “Henry SHANK, age 80, died about 2 o’clock, Wednesday morning of this week, at the Parke County home. He was a native of Edgar County, Ill., and had lived on Parke County about six years. Mr. Shank is survived by four nephews, Henry and Easton Robertson of Rockville; Verril Robertson of Montezuma and Ed Robertson of Bloomingdale; two nieces, Mrs. Louella Welch of Terre Haute and Mrs. Lillie Griffith of Missouri. Funeral services were held at 10:30 o’clock, Wednesday morning of this week at the Machledt funeral home in Waveland, Rev C. C. Griggs of Bellmore officiating. Burial in the Waveland Cemetery.” - Rockville Republican, January 30, 1941 SHANKS Fred Shanks, father of Clara Shanks, whose murder created such excitement a few years ago, died at his home near Grange Corner last week at the age of 80. - Waveland Independent, Thursday, September 10, 1907 SHARP Samuel B. Sharp, son of Isaac and Mary Ann Eastlack Sharp, was born August 7, 1853. He died at his home in Bellmore early on Sunday morning, February 10 at the age of 75 years, 6 months and 3 days. He was of a family of 13. Those surviving are Mrs. James Barr, Theodore M. Sharp, Charles L. Sharp and John R. Sharp of Waveland, Alva Sharp of Montezuma, Otho Sharp of Chicago Illinois and Frank Sharp of Indianapolis. He united with the ME Church in Waveland in early life. He united with the ME Church at Bellmore, July 31, 1881 under the pastorate of Rev. D. T. McClain and was a faithful steward of the gifts of God committed to him. Time, health, strength, mental ability, all were trusts to be faithfully administered. he was united in marriage to Emma Gailey. To this union one daughter was born. The mother and daughter preceded him in death. he was again united in marriage to Mary Reid, with whom he lived happily for many years until she was called home. On June 5, 1907 he was united in marriage to Mrs. Belle Rein, who was a devoted wife and who today mourns his loss. Mr. Sharp was a painter by trade. He was twice appointed postmaster at Bellmore and was serving in that capacity at the time of his death. His was the life of a consistent member of the Knights of Pythias and Red Men's orders. He firmly believed in their tenents and teachings. He had faith in his friends, his country and his God and as such a man he will be missed. A friend suggests this quotation as exemplifying his life: "He was gentle, the elements of greatness and sweetness were so wrapped up in him that all the world might stand and say, "This was a man."" Mr. Sharp was born in Russellville but later moved with his parents to Waveland. While living here he fell from the runway in the rear of his father's shop, the present Poney Moody house on to a rock and suffered a compound fracture of the left arm. It became necessary to amputate the limb above the elbow. Notwithstanding this handicap he became an expert painter and decorator. Those from Waveland attending the funeral were Mr. and Mrs. James Barr, Mr. and Mrs. Ira Sharp, Mr. and Mrs. Ray Sharp and Floyd, Theodore Sharp, Otho Sharp, Charles Sharp and Frank Sharp. - Waveland Independent, February 15, 1929 Mr. and Mrs. Ira Sharp, Mr. and Mrs. Hubert Loudermill, Mrs. India Sharp and Lee Foster attended the funeral services conducted for Otho W. Sharp to Crawfordsville Tuesday afternoon. Ira Sharp and Hubert Loudermill are nephews of the deceased Mr. Sharp. Burial was made in Maple Ridge Cemetery at Waveland. - Waveland Independent, February 21, 1946 SHAW Jeffery Lee Shaw, 42, of Rockville died Monday, August 16, 2004, in Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. He was a construction worker. He was born October 5, 1961, in Clinton. Survivors include his parents, Robert and Janice Davies of Rockville; four brothers, Richard Shaw of Paris, Ill., Harry Tallman of Indianapolis, Tony Tallman of Coatesville and Dan Tallman of Rockville; two stepbrothers, Rodger Davies of Rockville and Ross Davies of Greencastle; one stepsister, Melinda Mace of Rockville; three sisters, Peggy Crowder of Greencastle, Ellie Tallman of Bloomingdale and Becky Johnson of Terre Haute; and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Charles William Shaw; and one stepsister, Meredith Peacock. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Thursday in the chapel at Bono Cemetery, with the Rev. John Shoffner officiating. Burial will follow. At his request, there will be no visitation. Butler Funeral Home assisted with arrangements. Mrs. Rosie Shaw, 74, RR 1 Georgetown, IL died at 4:32 p.m. Sunday in the Vermillion County Hospital. She is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Mary Blair, Robinson, IL; Mrs. Bessie Jones, Westville, IL; Mrs. Dorothy Lowe, Los Angeles, CA and Mrs. Susie Murrell, Montezuma, IN; three sons, Charles, Terre Haute, IN; Wayne, Morgantown, IN; William, Georgetown, IL; one half sister, Mrs. Clara Heath, Fair Oaks, AR; three brothers, George Bennett, Hillsdale, IN; Wiley Bennett, Memphis, TN; Roy Bennett, Tulsa, OK. Services are pending at the Brown Funeral Home. – Terre Haute Tribune Star July 12, 1965 William Dale Shaw, 65, of Rockville died at his residence. He was born November 27, 1928 at Dana to Charles Shaw and Rose Bennett Shaw. Survivors include his wife, Betty Jo King Shaw; two sons, Rodger and Hank; two daughters, Annette Foster and Lynn Bloebaum; nine grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Services are 1p.m. Wednesday in Brown Funeral Home at Montezuma, with the Rev. Jerry Bates officiating. Visitation is 9a.m. until services – Terre Haute Tribune, 11 April 1994 SHEAHAN Jeanette Joy Sheahan, 45, Cincinnati, Ohio, died at 6:22 p.m. Wednesday, March 25, 1998, at her residence. She was a former Rosedale resident. Born December 14, 1952 in Terre Haute, she was the daughter of William Robert and Bette Cole Long. She was a cashier at a Kroger store. Survivors include her mother, of Rosedale; a daughter, Stefanie Marie Sheahan of Cincinnati; a son, Christopher Long of Cincinnati; a sister, Nancy Oard of Rosedale; and two brothers, Bill Long of Greencastle and Richard Long of Terre Haute. Services were conducted Monday at Paul R. Young Funeral Home in Cincinnati. Graveside services were conducted at Rosedale Cemetery Tuesday with Brother Abe Miller officiating. Cottress Funeral Home of Rosedale was in charge of local arrangements. - Parke County Sentinel, Wednesday, April 1, 1998 Thanks to Mary Lou Hermiller SHEPHERD James M. Shepherd, who was at one time well known around here, died a few days ago in Lexington, Ky. He will be especially remembered as a singer, and was a great chum of Sant Moody. One brother, George, lives in Lafayette, and another Alonzo, lives in Crawfordsville. The following obituary is from a Lexington paper: "James M. Shepherd, 55, died at 1:10 o'clock this morning at his residence, 343 High Street. He had been in failing health for several months. Mr. Shepherd was born and reared in Parke County, Indiana and for a number of years was employed by the L&N Railroad. For the last 5 years he had been employed as a merchant policeman in Lexington and doorman at the KY theatre. He was a member of Jr. Order United American Mechanics, No 53 and was well known and well liked by his associated. Mr. Shepherd is survived by his wife, Mrs. Anna M. Shepherd; three sons, Monroe F., Jonas B. and Charles M. Shepherd, all of Lexington; four daughters, Misses Bessie M. and Goldie A. Shepherd, Mrs. John Swartz and Mrs. Harman Doty all of Lexington; two brothers, George and Alonzo Shepherd of Crawfordsville, Indiana. Funeral services will be held Sun. afternoon at 2:30 o'clock at the grave in Lexington Cemetery. Junior Order No. 53 and Daughters of America will have charge at the grave, Rev. A. L. Goodrich of Porter Memorial Baptist church officiating. " - Waveland Independent, December 17, 1926 SHEPPARD Warren H. Sheppard, 92, of Montezuma died at 10:15 a.m. Tuesday, May 13, 1997, in Parke County Nursing Home in Rockville. He was born January 13, 1905, in Spencer to Albert Roy Sheppard and Eura Ethel Kinney Sheppard. Survivors include his wife, Leora Summers Sheppard; three daughters, Louise Norris, Barbara McMillan and Judy White; one sister, Maxine Bartlow; several grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren. Services are 11 a.m. Friday in Brown Funeral Home, with the Rev. Steve Gommel officiating. Burial is in Oakland Cemetery. Visitation is 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, with Order of Eastern Star services at 7 p.m. and Masonic services at 7:30 p.m. SHELTON Funeral Card -- thanks to Alberta Butler -- Lillian PAYNE SHELTON. Born: Sept. 18, 1895; Date of Death: October2, 1968. Private Services: Tudor Funeral Home. Friday, October4, 1968 10:30 a.m. Office Minister: Rev. Philip Frew; Organist: Mrs. Marie Wimmer. Final Resting Place: Memory Garden Cemetery. Pallbearers: Dan Jines; Allen Bradfield; Steven Bradfield; Lawrence Shelton; Virgil Drake; Howard Wills. SHIRK Mrs. Mary E. SHIRK formerly of this community was buried from the Machledt Funeral home here Tuesday afternoon. Mrs. Shirk was born in this community, her father having been born and reared here before her. She was a sister of former Doran CLORE and an aunt of Mrs. Emma JACKS and Mrs. Bessie MILLIGAN; Mrs. Shirk has been away from Waveland 25 years, the last 10 in Florida. - Waveland Independent, June 6, 1946 Word has been received of the death of Mrs. Mary Shirk in Miami, Florida Feb 20. She was the last surviving member of the Simeon Clore family. She had made her home with her niece Miss Bessie McClain for a number of years. The body will be brought to Waveland at a later date and interment will be made in the family lot at Maple Ridge. - Waveland Independent, February 28 1946 SHOAF Mrs. Manuel Shoaf, who has been ill at her home east of town for the past two weeks, died on Wednesday afternoon. The funeral services at the Christian Church this morning at ten will be conducted by Rev. E. E. Moorman, of Indianapolis. Interment at the Jarvis Cemetery. Rev. E. B. Headen, who preached at the Presbyterian Church on Tuesday night, is a pleasant gentleman and made a good impression. Artie, daughter of David and Artie Blacketer, was born in Parke County, June 10, 1867. She married Emmanuel Shoaf in 1883. The husband and two children survive; Mrs. Myrtle Hauser and Claude Shoaf. She was a faithful member of the Christian Church. - Waveland Independent - December 23, 1910 Private Onia Leo Shoaf, eldest son of James L. and Margaret Clore Shoaf was born Dec. 21, 1892 in Sugar Creek Township, Parke County, Indiana In early childhood his parents moved to Fountain Co, where he grew up to manhood. At the age of 16, he became a member of the Baptist Church. Shortly after this time his parents purchased a home in Sugar Creek Twp. Parke County, Indiana and with them made it his home here, except such times as his work called him away thus he was away in Fountain County, Indiana when he answered his country's call to arms to fight for Liberty, humanity and Justice. April 2, 1918 at 4 p.m. he with others left Covington to Ft. Hamilton NY where he remained in training until July 1 from whence he was sent to Ft. Amador, Panama to serve in the Coast Artillery. Here he met his tragic death by drowning November 9 at 9 a.m. at the age of 25 years, 11 months and 18 days. Thus this young man with the prospects of a happy useful life before him is taken from our midst so suddenly. To those who have known Onia it is not necessary to enlarge at length upon the virtues of this noble life. It is suffice to say, that he was industrious, and of amiable lovable disposition loved and respected by all ready to lend a helping hand to those in need of assistance and his ever happy and cheerful disposition gave him a hearty welcome to any company or gathering. Possessing the qualities that are the fundamental principles of good citizenship, honesty, frugality and loyalty, this community and country suffer a heavy loss by the demise of Onia. Anxious to serve his country in her time of need he answered her call and so under the Stars & Stripes he made the one great sacrifice - his life - that others might live. The love and devotion of the deceased for his family was sacred to behold and the bondage of love that existed between this son and his parents, his brothers and sisters could not possibly have been stronger than it was. The endearing terms of papa and mama came from the depth of his heart as was his kindness and affection for his brothers and sister. But death respects not these things and so has entered this most happy household and broken the first link in this family tie. And the hearts of the bereaved are heavy with sorrow and grief. The deceased. leaves to lament his departure his father and mother, three brothers, Ora, Willie and James R. and one sister, Ethel and a grandmother, one sister-in-law, many uncles and aunts and other relatives and a host of friends. May God by Almighty Grace console these mourners and lighten their sorrow. The mortal remains reaches home Dec. 7th and funeral services were held at home by Rev. Albert Tomlinson, December 9 at 10 a.m. Interment at the Lutheran Church near Wallace, Fountain Co, O. M. Davies of Marshal officiating. On account of the prevalence of the influenza only the relatives and nearest neighbors were permitted to attend. - Taken from an old scrapbook -- Wayne V. Shoaf, 81, Marshall, died at 4:45 a.m. Friday, December 27, 1996, at Castle Shannon Health Care Center in Rockville. Born August 22, 1915 in Waveland, he was the son of Claude and Madge Jarvis Shoaf. He married Cleda Yeary Johns, who preceded him in death. Retired, he had been a farmer and a variety store owner and had also been employed by Sommers Metal Craft of Crawfordsville. He was a member of Freedom Baptist Church. Survivors include a sister, Eileen Shuee of Greencastle; a step- daughter, Susie Woody of Colorado Springs, Colorado; three step-granddaughters and a step great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by a brother and two sisters. Services were conducted Monday at Rice Funeral Home in Marshall with Rev. Don Perry officiating. Burial was in Bethany Cemetery at Marshall. - Parke Co. Sentential, January 1, 1997 Contributed by: Mary Lou Hermiller SHOCKEY Mrs. Mary Shockey. Frank Seybold Misses Mabel and Edith, and Theodore Sharp went to Browns Valley, Monday to be present at the funeral of Mrs. Mary Shockey, an aunt of Mr. Seybold. Services were held at the Baptist church, by Rev. S. K. Fuson. Interment at Indian Creek. Mrs. Shockey was the daughter of James and Anna Harland Seybold, and was born near Guion, 82 years ago. She was one of a family of nine children, of whom three survive -- John, of Topeka, Kansas; Lawson, of Sidell, Illinois; and Jasper, of St. Peter, Minn.. Until a short time ago she lived in Browns Valley, but at the time of her death was at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Noah Coons, in Crawfordsville. Others present at the funeral were Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Seybold, of Clinton; Mr. and Mrs. Fred Seybold, of Dana; and Mrs. Cora Thomas and Mrs. Lenore Barnes of Judson. - Waveland Independent, January 12, 1917 SHULER Ill 18 months, Mrs. Anna Geraldine SHULER, 43, wife of Eston Shuler, d. at 5:35 p.m. Wed. (1942) at her home here. She was a graduate of State Teachers College. - Unknown source SIEGELIN Mattie E. Siegelin, 92, formerly of Rockville, died at 12:20 p.m. Tuesday, September 8, 1998, in National Health Care in Hudson, Fla. She was born March 18, 1906, in Parke County to William Bryan and Mary Ann Lewis Bryan. Her husband, William Siegelin, died Oct. 27, 1967. Survivors include two daughters, Betty Lou Gill and Martha J. Bradburn; one son, William B. Siegelin; four grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday in Butler Funeral Home, with the Rev. Wendell Adams officiating. Burial is in Memory Garden Cemetery. Visitation is 5 to 8 p.m. Friday. SIMMONS Retired coal miner Quincy Harold Simmons, 77, of RR 4, Rockville, died at 10 a.m. Saturday in Vermillion County Hospital in Clinton. He was a member of the Joppa Baptist Church and the vice-president of the All-States Club of Safety Harbor, Fla. Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Ray Jenkins of Muncie, Ind., Mrs. Melford Thienpoint, of Rockville, and Mrs. Merle Pearman of Gary, Indiana.; two sisters, Mrs. Effie Surber and Miss Cora Simmons, both of Rockville; eight grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Services are set for 2 p.m. Monday at the Butler Funeral Home in Rockville and Rev. Eston Brooks will officiate. Burial will be in Memory Gardens cemetery. Friends may call after 2 p.m. Sunday. - Terre Haute Tribune, Sunday 8 September 1963 - p.13 Thanks to Michael Mahoney for this obituary. (Included in the Simmons Family Bible) James Francis Simmons, 67, died in a Terre Haute hospital Thursday (21 October 1926) at 7 p.m. He was born in Parke County and spent his entire life here as an honest and upright citizen who will be greatly missed. He was deeply interested in truck farming and poultry, and was an expert in these branches. He served for a time as a poultry superintendent of the Fair. Funeral services were conducted Sunday at 10 a.m. at the Bethel Church, by Rev. W. J. Freed. Interment in the Rockville Cemetery. He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Ellen Simmons (Ellen Minera Kalley) and a son Quincy of Rosedale; two daughters, Miss Cora Simmons at home, Mrs. George (Effie) Surber near Rockville; two brothers - Frank Simmons of Clinton and Wallace of Rockville; two sisters, Mrs. John Fulenwider of Rockville and Miss Alice Newkirk of Clinton. An obituary will be printed later. Funeral services for Stella May Simmons, 50 years old, who died at the residence seven miles southwest of Rockville Friday afternoon, will be held at 2 o'clock this afternoon at the Barnes Funeral Home with Rev. Theodore Freed officiating. Burial will be in the Memory Gardens cemetery at Rockville. - Terre Haute Tribune, Sunday, 7 November 1943, Page 7 Wallace Simmons, 82 years old, died at 5 o'clock Wednesday evening. Surviving are a son, James Simmons of R.R. 1, Rosedale; two grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. The body was taken to the Branson Funeral Home where services will be held at 2 o'clock Friday afternoon. Burial will be in the Rockville cemetery. - Terre Haute Tribune, Thursday 6 March 1952, Page 2 Sarah,
daughter of Philip and Margaret Sowers was born in North Carolina, August 6,
1838 departed this life Dec. 8, 1812 at the age of 74 years, 4 months and 1 day.
She had been in usual health and was in good spirits up to the time she suffered
a stroke of paralysis and only lived a few hours, never regaining consciousness.
Her parents made the trip from North Carolina on horseback while she was but 12
months of age and settled in Parke County, near Sugar Creel. She was of a family
of 9 children, all of them, with father and mother, but one younger sister
having preceded her in death. While in her youth, she gave her heart to God and
has ever lived a consistent Christian and a firm believer in the works and
teachings of "Him who doeth all things well." She was united in marriage to
David Simmons November 1, 1860 and to this union were born five children, two
sons and three daughters. 7 grandchildren survive. She with her husband went in
the Christian church as charter members when the church was built east of Yeddo,
near their home. For 47 years they endured the toils and hardships which came to
all pioneer settlers, sharing their joys and sorrows together rearing their
family by placing good examples before them always putting their trust in Him
who said "My yoke is easy and my burden a light." On August 15, 1907, the
husband and father was taken leaving his companion of many years to mourn her
loss, yet she never murmured nor complained for she had a Comforter who said, "I
will be a God to the widow and father to the fatherless. but how deeply she felt
her loss, none knew only those who have gone through the same dark hour of
sorrow can tell. Only a short time ago, she said, "I always wanted to go first,
but it was God's will, not mine and it has been a long while since I was left,
but some of these days I'll join him, where we'll part no more. Her sun is now
set, and she is basking in the sweet sunshine of her heavenly home, where
sickness and death never comes. There is no night there, and we sorrow not as
though they who have no hope, for our loss is for eternal gain. The fun.
service. were held at the Centennial church, Tues at one o'clock by Rev. A. l.
Carney, of Lebanon, Indiana The family wishes to thank their friends. -
Obituary -- Crawfordsville Journal - no date Mrs. Jackson Simpson died in Windsor, Missouri., Monday. Her husband was one of the carriage makers in Waveland fifty years ago. - Waveland Independent -- March 17, 1911 “James SIMPSON, 73 years old, died at 1:15 o'clock Thursday afternoon at the residence near Mecca. Mr. Simpson had been ill for several years. He is survived by the widow, Anna; one son, Angues, of Danville, Ill.: a brother, John, of Clinton (IN), and three sisters, Mrs. Minnie Earhart of Cleveland, Ohio; Mrs. Wesley Hayes, of Cloverland, and Mrs. James Kerr, of Atlanta, Fla. The body was taken to the Yocum funeral home and returned to the residence Friday afternoon. Funeral services were held at 11 o'clock Sunday morning at the Mecca Christian Church with burial in Mt. Olivet Cemetery near Catlin.” - Rockville Tribune, November 10, 1937 SIMMS Harry P. SIMMS, a brother of the late Ed Simm (sic) died in the Rennselaer hospital on Friday. - Waveland Independent, April 1, 1937 SKEETERS Many of the Republican readers will be interested to learn that Elder Joe Skeeter's wife of Edgar, Ill., died a few days ago. Mr. Skeeters has been well known throughout… - Rockville Republican, 17 February 1897 Mrs. Leatha Skeeters, 74, died at the Ace Placid Nursing Home at Shelbyville at 6:30 a.m. last Thursday. She is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Laura Clou of Greenwood, Mrs. Harriet Wetter of Needham and Mrs. Elizabeth Eaton of Indianapolis, and a brother, Frank Houchins of Newport. She was a member of the Methodist Church and the Montezuma Pythian Sisters, No. 370. Services were held Saturday, afternoon at the Brown Funeral Home in Montezuma. The Rev. Robert Baum officiated and burial was in Oakland Cemetery. - Rockville Tribune, October 13, 1966 Perry Hudson Skeeters, son of Tilghman H. and Eugenie A. Skeeters, who died February 15, from burns received the morning before, was a remarkable child, having a mind seeming much beyond his years, and was loved and admired by all who knew him. After he was so badly burned and his mother doing all she could for him, he noticed her hands were badly burned, said, "Mama, leave me alone and do something for your hands." This with numerous occurrences of like character shows remarkable sagacity and parental devotion for one so young. He would listen to reading from the bible for hours at a time, seemingly drinking in every word, and if at night he grew sleepy it was more than ever his delight. Perry was 3 years, 8 months, 9 days old, being born June 6, 1894. A bright beacon light in the glory world. – Parke County Journal, 24 February 1898
SKELTON Funeral Card -- Cordelia B. SKELTON. Date of birth: March 22, 1897. Date of Death: August 29, 1971 Funeral service at: Butler Fun. Home, Rockville. Tues, August 31, 1971, 2:00 p.m. Clergymen: Rev. Mac Gallagher; Rev. James O. Trousdale. Organist: David Gibbs. Final resting place: Rockville Cemetery., Rockville IN. Submitted by Alberta Butler Funeral Card -- thanks to Alberta Butler -- In Memory of Frank SKELTON. Date of Birth: Feb. 25, 1873. (83?) Date of Death: May 28, 1971. Funeral service: Monday, May 31, 1971 2:00 p.m. Butler Funeral Home, Rockville. Clergymen: Rev. Mac Gallagher; Rev. William Tucker; Rev. James O. Trousdale. Organist: David Gibbs. Final Resting Place, Rockville Cemetery., Rockville, In. Fannie,
daughter of Dr. Seth and Amanda J. Thomas, was born near Wingate, Indiana, in
Montgomery county, March 27, 1861; departed this life Jan. 27, 1914, age 52
years, 10 months. - Rockville Republican - February 4, 1914. Since her
marriage to Winslow Skelton, February 13, 1877, she has been a resident of
Nyesville. To this union were born six children all of whom with the husband,
survive her. The children are: Mrs. A. J. Asberry of Bellmore; Ralph M. of
Gillespie, Illinois, Harry J. of near Mecca and Love, Leslie and Clare. She
united with the U. B. church at Sand Creek in 1888 and was faithful until her
death. She was afflicted for several years and during the last two she suffered
intensely. She bore her illness bravely and patiently and never seemed
downhearted. She was a good wife and loving mother. She was always ready to
lend a helping hand and do anything she could to aid her neighbors. She will
be greatly missed by her loved ones and her many, many, friends. Funeral
services were held at the U. B. church, Friday afternoon at 2:30, conducted by
Rev. O. P. Cooper the present pastor and Rev. Shrigley of Marshall. SKIMMERHORN “Aaron SKIMMERHORN, the venerable father of George Skimmerhorn, Mrs. William Hookey and Mrs. John Coker, died at the residence of Mr. John Coker early Tuesday morning, January 24, 1905, age 77 years. Deceased suffered a stroke of paralysis a short time ago, which was the cause of his death. The funeral was held at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Coker, Wednesday, at 1 o’clock and the remains were laid top rest between the graves of his first and second wives at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery.” - Rockville Republican, February 1, 1905 SMEDLEY James Edward Smedley, 76, Hutsonville, Illinois and formerly of Danville, Illinois, died at 7:55 a.m. Tuesday, December 24, 1996, at Heritage Health Care. Born December 24, 1920 in Long Lake, Wisconsin, he was the son of John L. and Leoria E. Jent Smedley. He married Marjorie Bird and later married Betty Williams. He had been a plumber and also worked at Harrison Steel in Attica and on a farm near Marshall and was an Army veteran. Survivors include his mother, of Rockville; a son, Larry Smedley of Rockville; three daughters, Patricia Christy of Shelburn, Beverly Sue Hoke of Oblong, Illinois, and Rhonda Scoween of Rockville; three brothers, Orville R. Smedley of Bloomingdale, Curtis Smedley of Kankakee, Illinois, and Robert Gene Smedley of Rockville; two sisters, Opal Wittenmyer and Jeanette Allison of Rockville; and several grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a sister, Geneva. Services were conducted Saturday at Sunset Funeral Home and Cremation Center. Burial was in Rockville Cemetery. - Parke Co. Sentential, January 1, 1997 Thanks to Mary Lou Hermiller for this contribution. SMILEY Mrs. Sarah Smiley died Thursday at the home of her son, Andrew Smiley. The funeral was Friday at the home and burial at Seceder Cemetery near Portland Mills. - Waveland Independent, April 24, 1925 Quite a number of members of the Masonic Lodge attended the funeral of Oliver Smiley at the Parkville Christian Church, Monday. Interment at Seceder Cemetery near Portland Mills. Waveland Independent, Feb 28, 1908 -- E. E. Batman of Rockville, editor of the Progressive Country Life died at Phoenix, AZ this week. He went there on account of consumption - Waveland Independent, Thursday, September 10, 1907 Thomas SMILEY died at the home of his son, Charles, South of Milligan Tuesday evening. Funeral at the Portland Seceder Church yesterday afternoon. - Waveland Independent, March 6, 1914 Mrs. Martha B. SMILEY of Rockville, age 86, died in the hospital at Clinton, Thursday morning, January 30. She was born in Parke County, March 26, 1882 the daughter of Thomas and Elizabeth Collings Burks. On March 1, 1900, she was married. to Albert Smiley, who died in June 1961. She was a member of the Rockville Christian Church. Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Jewel Thomas of Terre Haute, a son, Homer Smiley of Rockville; two daughters-in-law, Mrs. Alice Smiley and Mrs. Olive Smiley, both of Rockville, a sister, Mrs. Ulta B. Deveraux of Los Angeles; 7 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Butler funeral home, Sat. afternoon with Rev. Roger T. Rankin and Rev. BF Nickless officiating. Bur. was in Memory Garden Cemetery. - unknown source (Thanks to Alberta Butler for this one) Thomas
N. Smiley, fifth son of William and Jane Smiley was born April 25, 1847. He
died on the farm on which he was born and lived, attaining the age of 66 years,
10 months 18 days. He was called from this life on March 3, 1914. Mr. Smiley
was married to Mary E. Porter November 4, 1874. To this union were born four
children---Charles Albert, Clay and Della. Mrs. Smiley was called home October
19, 1897. The four children are all living. When a young man Uncle Tom, as he
was familiarly called by friends and relatives alike, united with the Associate
Presbyterian church and remained a consistent member of the church until his
death. He served the church as treasurer for a number of years. Mr. Smiley was
the fifth son in a family of six boys, only one of whom, William Smiley,
survives. He leaves one brother, three sons, one daughter and seven
grandchildren to mourn his loss. Uncle Tom was a constant sufferer for nearly
two years, but bore his suffering with Christian fortitude and remarkable
patience. All was done for him that medical aid and the loving service of his
children could do, but he grew steadily worse until God released him. The
funeral services were held at the Old Seceder church near Portland Mills on
Thursday afternoon, March 5, Rev. Frank B. Solin, minister of the William Sheerer SMILEY, son of William Steele and Isabella Bunn Smiley, was born in Green Township, Parke County, Indiana on November 28, 1869. He was educated in the schools of Greene Township. He was a baptized member of the Associate Presbyterian Church. He was married to Mollie J. ROBERTSON on November 1, 1900. They had two sons, James H. and Lawrence R. who survive them. T his home was broken on August 24, 1909 when his wife died. He engaged at farming, later worked at the State Sanitarium and since retiring five years he made his home with his sister, Mrs. Margaret Heslar in Rockville. He was a faithful and active member of Waveland Lodge No. 300 Free & Accepted Masons. He departed from among us May 15, 1938, aged 68 years 5 months 17 days. He is survived by two sons, James H. of Cincinnati and Lawrence of Fon du Lac, Wisconsin; one grandchild, Sara Jane; one sister, Mrs. Margaret Heslar of Rockville; two brothers, Henry A. of Rockville and Dr. Thomas M. of Liberty, Mo and a number of other relatives and friends. He was well known in the locality having passed his entire life in Parke County living successively near Judson, Waveland, Marshall and Rockville. The Waveland Masonic Lodge had charge of the service at the grave in Maple Ridge on Monday afternoon, Leslie Frank acting as orator. - Waveland Independent, May 19, 1938 Rockville Republican, January 4, 1962 - “Leota McClain SMILEY, age 80, died Thursday night at 10:00 o’clock at the home of a daughter, Mrs. Mary Fordice of southwest of Russellville, after an illness of a year. Born near Milligan, Jan. 2, 1881, she was the daughter of Jacob and Nancy Alexander McClain. She was a member of the Parkeville Church. Survivors in addition to the daughter include two sons, Virgil and Fred, both Judson r. r.; three sisters, Mrs. Sylvia Smiley, Mrs. Cloe Pyle and Mrs. Cozette Phillips; a brother, Raymond McClain; seven grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at the McGaughey & Son funeral home in Russellville. Rev. Ray Britton officiated and burial was in Portland Mills Cemetery. A still born child of Oliver SMILEY living southeast of Judson was buried Tuesday. - Rockville Republican 31 March 1897 SMITH Jacob P. Smith, 79, passed away at his residence in Terre Haute at 6:00 p.m. Thursday, Aug 8. A native of Parke Co, he was born August 20, 1898 a son of Thomas K and Clara Belle Ralston Smith. Mr. Smith was a former sheriff of Parke Co, having held that office in 1923 and 1924 and again in 1927 and 1928. He was a veteran of WWI holding the rank of First Lt. in the Field Artillery. His memberships included the Memorial Presbyterian Church, the American Legion Post No 48, Veterans of WWI Barracks No 1905. national Assoc. of Retired Civil Service Employees. He was a former employee of the Internal Revenue Service and was a US Treasury agent. He had also taught school in Parke Co. Mr. Smith was a gold star Dad, having lost a son Lt. Robert H. Smith in WWII. Surviving are the widow, Hester E, one sister, Mrs. Guy Alden of Rockville; two brothers, Lawrence Smith of Rockville and Charles Smith of Dallas, Texas; a number of nieces and nephews, including John Alden of Rockville and Thomas Smith of Elgin, Ill. Fun. services were held at 2 p.m. Sat at the Butler Fun. Home with the Rev. Roger T. Rankin office and Marie Wimmer, organist. Burial was in Memory Garden Cemetery. Pall bearers were: Joe Mull, Ferris Heath, Robert F. Alden, Thomas C. Smith, William Ingle and Charles R. Watson. - Rockville Tribune, August 15, 1968 “Aileen M. SMITH, 80, Kingman, died Saturday, March 23 at her residence. Born in Kingman on May 17, 1904, she was the daughter of William A. and Bessie Miller Moore. Her husband, James Benjamin Smith, preceded her in death in 1960. Survivors include a nephew and two great-nephews. She was a 50 year member and Past Worthy Matron of Fountain Chapter 204, Order of Eastern Star, and a member of the Kingman Christian Church. Services were held Thursday at the Kingman Christian Church with James Lane officiating. Burial was in Bethany Cemetery in Marshall." - Parke County Sentinel, April 1, 1985 “Mrs. Mellie SMITH of R. R. 1, Montezuma, age 70, died at 4 o’clock Monday morning at Union Hospital in Terre Haute, following an extended illness. A lifelong resident of the Montezuma community, she was a member of the Montezuma Methodist Church. Surviving are the husband, Simeon; a son, James of Montezuma; a brother, Emory of Montezuma and one grandson. Services were held at 2 o’clock Wednesday afternoon at the Brown funeral home. The Rev. Thomas Flight officiated and internment was in Oakland Cemetery.” - Rockville Tribune, June 2, 1960 SMITH, Lawrence K - Services Held For Former Sheriff -- A former Parke County Sheriff, Lawrence K. Smith of Marshall, died Wednesday afternoon, December 13, in Vermillion County Hospital at Clinton. The retired farmer was a member of Rockville Masonic Lodge and the Parke County Welfare Board. He was born in Rockville, September 27, 1892, the son of Thomas and Belle Ralston Smith. September 27, 1928, he was married to Clara Crist, who survives. Also surviving are a son, Tom of Hanover Park, Illinois and five grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon at Rice Funeral Home in Marshall with Rev. James O. Trousdale officiating. Burial was in Poplar Grove Cemetery at Marshall. - Parke County Sentinel Dec. 18, 1978 Unknown Newspaper - Clara Belle Smith, age 84, died Thursday at the residence of her son, Jacob in Terre Haute. She was born May 9, 1870 in Rockville, the daughter of Joseph and Martha Montgomery Ralston. Mrs. Smith was a member of the Baptist church and also was a member of the War Mothers. Survivors include three sons, Jacob of Terre Haute; Lawrence of Rockville and Charles of Dallas, TX: one daughter, Mrs. Guy Alden: a sister, Mrs. Agnes Little of Burbank, California; town grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday at 3:00 in the Branson funeral home with Rev. Hugh Craven officiating and burial was in the Rockville cemetery. Mrs. Charles SMITH died at her home on W. Main St. on Saturday after but a few days illness with heart trouble. Funeral services at the Christian Church on Monday afternoon were in charge of Rev. Cecil Franklin. The pall bearers were John Oldshue; Lee Foster; John Reynolds; Walter Penn; Frank Wilkinson and Edgar Pitts. The flowers were carried by Mrs. Huber Loudermill; Mrs. Ray Sharp and Mrs. Chester Heslar; Mrs. Franklin; Mrs. Fred Rice; Corta Dooley and O. G. Swanay sang with Mr. Walker at the piano. Burial at Indian Creek. Bertha PAYTON Smith daughter of William and Mary Payton, was born at Parkville, Indiana Sept 7, 1888. She departed this life at her home in Waveland August 16, 1933 age 44 years, 11 months 19 days. Her life was spent near the place of her birth and in the vicinity of Browns Valley. She was married to Charles Smith on November 5, 1908. To this union four children were born 3 of whom survive, Mary Ethel having passed away at the age of one year on January 24, 1914. After spending several years in the community around Browns Valley and Russellville, the family moved to Waveland where they have since resided and the death of the husband, Charles Smith occurred on August 7, 1928. Mrs. Smith, tho’ frail in body always forgetting self and unmindful of her own health, strived diligently to rear the family and keep the little home together, never calling upon friends for assistance until she was forced to do so. She was of a quiet, unassuming nature, always having a kindly feeling to those about her. The large circle of friends and neighbors bespeaks the love and esteem in which she was held. Her Christian life will ever be a guiding light and high example for her children. After life’s fitful season filled with sad disappointment, she rests from her labors. She is at home with the Father. She held membership with the Browns Valley Baptist Church. Those left to mourn her loss are 3 sons: Walter, David and Charles; the father and step mother, one sister, Mrs. Chloe Sollers of Clinton; one half sister and 3 half brothers, a host of other relatives and friends. Waveland Independent, September 1, 1933 Reuben D. Smith, one of the oldest residents of Rockville, died last Friday at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Jackson Hallett, over Sugar Creek. Mr. Smith has been in failing health for some time, death resulting from old age and general debility. He was born in New York, August 1, 1815 and came to Indiana when 3 years old, stopping in Sullivan County for 10 years, coming thence to Parke, where he has since resided. his widow, aged 82 years, with 3 sons and a daughter survive him, as well as two brothers, Joseph and Simeon. Burial was at the Rockville cemetery Monday afternoon. - Parke County Journal -- August 4, 1898 The remains of Reuben Smith, an old time resident of Rockville, were brought here Monday for burial. Deceased would have been 83 years old on the day after his burial and had lived since boyhood in Rockville until two years ago when he went to Montgomery county to live with his daughter, Mrs. Jackson Hallett, near Wallace. Death occurred from old age, Sunday, July 31. Mr. Smith came to Rockville when a small boy from New York being a native of the same county as the late Squire Beadle. The body was brought by S. R. Shular & Son, undertakers at Wallace. - Rockville Republican -- August 3, 1898 Uncle Joe Smith, who has been ill for some time died on Wednesday morning. - Waveland Independent, February 12, 1926 Mr. and Mrs. W. P. Waltz were called to Indianapolis, Tues. to attend the funeral of a nephew, William Smith, who was killed at Montezuma Sunday. he was employed by the CH & D and in crossing the track was run over and killed. - Waveland Independent, August 28, 1914 Funeral Card -- In Loving Memory of Annette Marie Smith, born August 19, 1959. Date of Death: July 12, 1969 -- Services from: Portland Mills Christian Church Monday, July 14, 1969 2:00 p.m. Office. Minister: Rev. Kenneth Greeley; Organist: Mrs. Keith Spencer; Final Resting Place: Portland Mills Cemetery. Pallbearers: Howard Zachary; Jerome Zachary; Ron Heller; Morris Ray Smith: Flower Bearers: Portland Mills Jr. Youth Group and Marshall Fifth Grade Class. -- thanks to Alberta Butler Mrs. Mary Eliza Sampson Smith of Rockville, age 78, d at her home, Sun Morning June 27. She was a member of the Rockville First united Methodist Church, OES and Royal Neighbors of America. Surviving are the husband, Carroll Lee; a daughter, Mrs. Mary Leona Farrell of Paris, Ill; a sister, Mrs. Jessie Remington of Rosedale RR 2, and two grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Tudor Funeral Home, Wed. afternoon with Rev. Philip Robinson office. Bur in Memory Garden Cemetery. Rockville paper? -- (thanks to Alberta Butler for this) Tilghman Howard Smith was born in Rockville May 31, 1840, departed this life May 22, 1918, age 77 years, 11 months and 21 days.. Tilghman was one of a family of 9 children, and his death leaves but one sister, Mary Jane Bowman of Montezuma, of what was once a large family. He inherited from his parents a strong and rugged constitution, which enabled him to enjoy good health during nearly 4 score years. On August 22, 1872 he was united in married. to Mary Elizabeth Skeeters. To this union were born 12 children, 8 daughters and four sons. All of whom survive the deceased. except one daughter and one son who died in infancy. The children living are occupying places of honor and usefulness in society and with their mother and 19 grandchildren and many friends are left to mourn the loss. (Thanks to Randy Wright of Rockville for most of these SMITH obituaries -- REALLY appreciate 'them Randy) - Rockville Tribune June 4, 1918 Perry W. Smith, oldest son of Simeon & Mary Smith, was bornFebruary 14, 1836 and departed this life March 24, 1913 at the age of 77 years 1 month and 10 days. He was born near Rockville where he grew to manhood. He was one of a family of 9 children, five preceding him and the other three, Tilman, John L and Mary Jane Bowman, survive him. He was married. to Lucy Greene December 8, 1872 who departed this life July 28, 1912. He was a farmer all his life. His death is a loss to the community where he dwelt and to those of his many friends. His presence will be sadly missed. The funeral service were held at the residence, Tues at 10 o'clock, conducted by Rev. Theo. Freed, after which the remains were taken to the Rockville cemetery for interment. - Rockville Tribune ? date but he died March 24, 1913 (Thanks again to Randy Wright) Mrs. Mary Eliza Sampson Smith of Rockville, age 78, died at her home, Sunday morning, June 27. She was a member of the Rockville First United Methodist Church, O. E. S. and Royal Neighbors of America. Surviving are the husband, Carroll Lee, a daughter Mrs. Mary Leona Farrell of Paris, Illinois; a sister, Mrs. Jessie Remington of Rosedale R.R.2, and two grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Tudor Funeral Home, Wednesday afternoon, with Rev. Philip Robinson officiating, Burial was in Memory Garden Cemetery. - Waveland Independent News ?? date (Thanks to Peggy Robertson for this one!) Owen Smith, familiarly known as "Buck" died Monday afternoon under peculiar circumstances. He was driving a team along the Bellmore road, and was found dying by Samuel Howke, who came by with a drove of cattle. Although an industrious man, he was in the habit of becoming intoxicated, and had been on an unusually hard spree from Friday until Sun. That night he slept soundly, but remarked the next morning to T. A. Britton, for whom he worked that he was not feeling at all well. however, he went to work as usual, and had been driving the team until between four and five o'clock in the afternoon, when he died. Some 15 years ago his skull was crushed in an accident, since which time he had been subject to epileptic fits, especially when recovering from a period of hard drinking. He evidently felt one of these seizures coming on, and pulled his team to the side of the road, where it was standing as related by Samuel Howke before Coroner Newlin, Monday night. Mr. Howke's testimony was as follows: "On October 15, 1891, I was driving some cattle from my home to Peter Kent's place. On the way there I met Smith. He had pulled his team out to the side of the road. When I met him I was having trouble driving the cattle. I did not see him when I passed the wagon. The wagon was about 50 yards east of the wagon bridge, which crosses Little Raccoon on the Bellmore road. After I had passed the wagon about two or three rods, I looked back and saw him lying by the wagon next to the ditch, which was the opposite side of the wagon from which I had just passed. I drove the cattle through the bridge for fear they would break back and turned to go back to see what was the matter with Smith. At the east end of the bridge, I met Miss Della Long. I asked her if she knew what was the matter with that man. She said she did not. I went back, to where he was and found him lying on his face, hanging to the wagon. One foot was caught to the front wheel and the other one caught against the standard (?). I lifted him down and turned him over on his back. He gasped once. I thought he was dead and I motioned for Miss Long to come back. She came back and I went to where Port Rowe's hands were hauling gravel and told them what had happened. They came back with me. I saw no signs of life when I came back. I started to town and met Dr. Martin. I told him what had happened. I came on to town and told Tom Britton. When I first saw the team it was standing still and had not moved. When I took him from the wheel I saw no signs of violence or injury about his person." Dr. A. W. Morris, who accompanied Coroner Newlin, Monday night, made an examination of the body. Only one bruise was found and that was on the under lip, inside the mouth, probably caused by falling from the wagon. The testimony of witnesses disclosed the fact that the deceased was a subject of epilepsy and in the judgment of Dr. Morris, death was due to this malady. The verdict of the coroner was that Smith d. in an epileptic fit. Owen Smith, was well known in Rockville. He was a son of Reuben D. Smith, one of the oldest settlers in this community and was born December 24, 1848. He is remembered by his associates in boyhood as being of a remarkably frank and generous nature. He would harm nobody under any circumstances and even in his cups his good nature always predominated. There can be nothing said against him but the old expression which has summed up so many otherwise exemplary lives. "He was his own worst enemy." - Rockville Tribune, October 18, 1894 Joseph Coleman Smith -- died near Rockville, IN, November 11, 1906, Joseph C. Smith, in his 89th year. Joseph Coleman Smith, son of Simeon and Hester Smith, was born July 13, 1818, in Sullivan County, Indiana.. In 1825 his parents, with their family of 12 children, came to Rockville. This was only two years after the town was founded and four years before the erection of the original court house. Although only a boy of 11 years, Mr. Smith worked with his father upon the building. He was married on the 2nd of November 1850, to Miss Susan M. Egbert, a sister of the late Julius Egbert. To this union were born three children, Thomas K, Josephine and Elizabeth. April 4, 1886, the wife and mother died, since which time Mr. Smith's home was with his son, where in his old age he was tenderly cared for. Three children, six grandchildren and a host of friends mourn the death of this patriarch. As has been stated in the Tribune he was the oldest Mason in Parke County, Indiana at the time of his death. He was an affectionate husband and father, a kind hearted friend and neighbor, whose rule as he often said, was "Never say anything of a man if you can't say something good." By this creed he lived; and died lamented by all who knew him. - Rockville Tribune, Wed, November 28, 1906, Page 1 Sam Smith, age 49, and a life long resident of Parke County, Indiana and Reserve Township, died at his home in Leatherwood vicinity, Sat, August 29th at 12:15 o'clock, after an illness of 10 days. He has previously been in poor health. Mr. Smith was born in Parke County, May 15, 1893, a son of Tilghman and Mary E. Skeeters Smith. His first wife was Emma Wright Smith and to this union one son, Melvin was born. Up until the time of his illness, Mr. Smith was employed by DuPonts at the Wabash River Ordnance Plant. Surviving besides the widow, Mrs. Nora Jackson Smith, is one son, Melvin of Anderson; 7 sisters, Mrs. LD Braner of Armiesburg, Mrs. Fred Uselman of Montezuma, Mrs. J. H. Rhyan and Mrs. Wallace Haworth of Attica; Mrs. Merle Gustin of Anderson; Mrs. Walter Pittenger of Los Angeles, California; and Mrs. Ralph Lowry of near Rockville. One brother, Sim Smith of near Montezuma also survives. Mrs. Pittenger was unable to attend her brother's funeral. Fun. service. were conducted at 2:30 p.m. Monday from the residence, Rev. Olser office. Bur. was made in Oakland Cemetery, O. L. Brown & Son, undertakers in charge. - Montezuma Enterprise, September 3, 1942 Funeral services were held Monday afternoon at the residence for Tom K. Smith, 81, who died Sat. following a long illness due to asthma from which he suffered most of his life. The Rev. W.F. Smith of the Memorial Presbyterian church was in charge and burial was in the Rockville Cemetery. Pall bearers were neighbors of the deceased. They were John Hutton, Albert McCampbell, Perley Mull, Claude Kent, John Allen, Jr. Clement Wasson. Flower bearers were Mrs. Hobart Swaim, Mrs. Clement Wasson, Mrs. Herbert Lear, Mrs. Albert McCampbell, Mrs. Clyde Shew and Mrs. John Guilliams. Mr. Smith was born in Montezuma and spent his entire life in this county. For 48 years he lived on the farm where he died on the Marshall road a few miles north of Rockville. During his early life he worked at the carpenter trade. he is survived by his wife, two daughters, Mrs. Guy Alden and Mrs. Wallace Craig; three sons, Jacob P. Smith of Toledo, Oh; Charles M. Smith of Fort Worth Tex; and Lawrence K. Smith, three grandchildren, John Alden, a student at US Military Academy, W. Point, NY, Mrs. Hugh D. McFaddin of Warsaw, Poland and Robert Smith of Toledo, Ohio ; one great grandchild; two sisters, Mrs. Henry Gross and Mrs. Josephine Dodds. - Rockville Tribune Wed, July 5, 1933 Page 1 The death angel entered the home of Frank E. Smith at 4:30 Wed. evening and claimed as its own Lula, the dear wife and mother. Lula Francis, the daughter of John W. and Mary E. Alexander, was b. Oct 1, 1867 and departed this life December 13, 1916 at the age of 49 years, 2 months and 12 days. To this union were b. 3 children: Lottie, Dorothy and Russell. She leaves a husband, two daughters, one son, father, mother, five sisters, two brothers, besides a host of relatives and friends to mourn her loss. Lula was a faithful wife and a loving, indulgent mother. She united with the Christian Church at Parkeville in the year of 1909 and was a true Christian in all the walks of life. From the beginning of her last illness she often expressed her desire and readiness..... - Rockville Tribune, December 27?, 1916 Mrs. T. H. Smith Honored On 88th Birthday - Mrs. T. H. Smith, resident of Coloma was honored guest at a family dinner on Sunday honoring her 88th birthday. She received many gifts given her by her many friends & relatives. 21 guests were present which included Mr. and Mrs. Merle Gustin, Mrs. Sam Smith, Lloyd Lewis of Anderson; Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Rhyan of Attica; Mrs. Fred Uselman of Bloomingdale; Mr. and Mrs. LD Braner; Mr. and Mrs. Sim Smith and son James, Melvin Smith, Mr. and Mrs. Luther M___,. Mrs. Kate Smith and daughter Sandra, Ralph Lowry of Rockville and Mrs. Kate Smith and son Earl of Montezuma. Two daughters were unable to attend the dinner namely; Mrs. Wallace Haworth of Attica and Mrs. Walter Pittinger of California. - Montezuma Enterprise, Thurs, January 20, 1938 Waveland Independent, Nov. 16, 1914 -- Sarah M. Thompson, daughter of Richard B. and Sarah A. Thompson, was b. in Parke County, Indiana January 1, 1853. She died at her home in Waveland October30, 1914, aged 61 years 9 months and 21 days. She was united in married to J. Samuel Smith, July 18, 1879. To this union were born six children: Richard C; Vernie C; Laura A; Harry R; Jesse F and another who died in infancy. All these children preceded the mother in death. The husband, two sisters, Mrs. Mary Britton of Judson and Mrs. Annie Wimmer of Mount Valley, Ks; a brother, Jerry Thompson of Bellmore; a half brother Thomas Thompson of Rockville; and a large number of friends live to mourn their loss. James Thompson, another half brother was killed by a fall downstairs at Rosedale a few months ago. Mrs. Smith united with the Methodist Episcopal church in her youth and remained a faithful and earnest laborer with that body during her entire life. She became a member of the Waveland Methodist Church in 1880 and has at all times when health permitted, been found doing whatever she could to advance the standard of her religious faith. She was an earnest Christian, a patient sufferer and, in going, leaves behind the memory of a quiet, unassuming woman of God. Funeral services were conducted at the Methodist Church on Sunday morning at 11 by Rev. William W. Speer. Interment in Maple Ridge Cemetery. Mrs. Mary Smith, 91 years old, and one of Parke County's oldest citizens, died at her home in Coloma at 3:30 a.m. on Monday, April 7 of complications resulting from the flu, more than two months ago. She had been bedfast ever since. Mrs. Smith was born in Parke County January 20, 1850, a daughter of James & Ruth (Dixon) Skeeters. She spent her entire lifetime in this community. She was united in marriage on August 22, 1872 to Tillman Smith, who died May 22, 1918. Surviving are two sons, Samuel and Simon of Montezuma, and 7 daughters: Mrs. LD Braner of Montezuma; Mrs. Fred Uselman of Bloomingdale; Mrs. J. H. Ryan and Mrs. Wallace Hayworth of Attica; Mrs. Walter Pittenger of Hollywood, California; Mrs. Merle Gustin of Anderson and Miss Beulah Smith of Coloma.... - Rockville Tribune -- April 7, 1941 The body of Hammett N. Smith was discovered floating on the east side of Rohm Brothers Mill Pond about 6 o'clock Sunday morning by Miss Cleo Bradburn, who lives with her father, Elijah Bradburn, immediately east and who was at the time hunting for duck eggs. She at once informed John Wyant, crossing watchman, who pulled the head and shoulders out of the water. Here the dead man remained in the water until Coroner Collings was notified and came. The coroner, assisted by others, took the body from the water and carried it to the mill hay shed where an inquest was held. Later the body was taken to Teague & Chapman's undertaking establishment and prepared for burial. At first Smith was not recognized even by those who knew him well, the face was so bloated, and it was for a time supposed the body was that of a laborer connected with the Robinson show which exhibited near the pond Wednesday, the cars being loaded at the crossing. Later a neighbor of Smith, who lived alone in a little house on North Virginia Street, between the town and the "fourty" gave out the word that he had not been seen there since Wednesday. Proper identification was then made. In Smith's pockets were found his watch, pocket knife, house key and an empty beer bottle. No evidence of foul play could be discovered. Smith was the show Wednesday night and on Thursday he was in Mecca, but was seen here as late as 9 o'clock Thursday night. The watch had stopped at 11 and it is assumed he fell from the railroad grade into the pond about that time. Evidently he was drowned as his lungs were full of water. He was intoxicated both Wednesday and Thursday. Hammet Smith was born in Rockville in 1843 and resided in around the town most of his life. He was a son of Reuben Smith. His nearest surviving relatives are two brothers, William and Joseph and one sister, Mary. - Rockville Republican, July 11, 1911 Early Sunday morning the dead body of Hammet Smith was found floating in Rohm's Mill pond by a little daughter of Elijah Bradburn who lives nearby. The little girl told her father who went to the pond and then informed others of the gruesome discovery. Coroner Collings was called by phone and the body was left in the water until his arrival as the first impression was that a murder had been committed when Robinson's circus was in Rockville and the body of the victim thrown in the pond. When Corner Collings arrived he directed that the dead man be taken to Teague & Chapman's undertaking establishment. Here he was fully identified as Hammet Smith. His watch and pocket knife were recognized by Bert Dodds, a nephew, who also identified the clothing. Decomposition had prevented those who knew Mr. Smith from recognizing his face, but it was surmised by some even before the body was taken from the pond that it was Hammet Smith. He was last seen Thursday evening James S. Baker and Charles H. Baker talked with him a short while in front of Spencer's livery stable. He left them going E. on York St. St that time he was slightly intoxicated. An empty bottle was found in his pocket. That he was drowned was established by the autopsy held by the coroner and Dr. Charles Overpeck. The lungs were full of water. Whether he wandered to the banks of the pond and fell in or committee suicide will probably never be known. He had been drinking more than usual lately and his health had failed to the extend that he was not able to work regularly. Hammet Smith was born in Rockville in 1843. He was a son of Reuben Smith, one of the first settlers of the town. He attended the old time Whitford School here 60 years ago and resided in and about Rockville most of his life. He worked as a bridge carpenter on the E&TH railroad a number of years. He was industrious but not provident and accumulated no property beyond the house and lot he owned in the north part of town. He was never married. Two brothers - William and Joseph - and one sister, Mrs. Jackson Hallett who live near Bluff Mills in Montgomery county are his only relatives. To all the old citizens of our town he was well known. He was kind of heart, loyal and reliable and probably in all his life never incurred the enmity of anyone. All who knew him well knew that he was in his walk of life a good man. An appropriate funeral service was conducted at the cemetery after the arrival of the train from the north Monday at 10:30. Rev. Z. D. Maris conducted the services after the reading of an obituary sketch by Isaac R. Strouse. The body was then taken to the grave where Rev. Maris dismissed the audience of relatives and friends with a benediction. Joseph Smith, Mr. and Mrs. Hallett and daughter came on the train to attend the funeral, but William Smith was unable to come on account of sickness. The pallbearers were O. F. Munson, John S. McFaddin, James Ford, Reese Booker, Howard Maxwell and John Farnsworth. - Rockville Tribune, July 18, 1911 William
Smith, a brother of Hammet Smith who was drowned in the mill pond and oldest son
of the late Reuben Smith is dangerously sick at his home near Bluff Mills and
his death is expected at any moment (died of typhoid fever) - Rockville Tribune
Page 8 Tuesday, July 25, 1911 Under "Personals" Laura Ellen daughter of Zopher and Telitha Pruett Coleman was born near Mansfield October24, 1856 and passed away October 8, 1934 age 77 years 11 months and 16 days. Never being real strong her health failed and she became a hopeless invalid 40 years ago. As a girl, she attended the schools of Mansfield and was also a firm believer of the Baptist religion of which church she was a member. In 1879 she was united in married to Joseph Smith of Clay Co, who passed away December 14, 1928. Of a family of 12 children, only 3 brothers survive -- Harve of near Hollandsburg; Al of Monteith, IA and Perry of Mishawaka, also several nieces and nephews. - Source ??? newspaper The burial of Albert Smith, who died, last Sunday morning at Montezuma took place in the Rockville Cemetery, Monday afternoon. Mr. Smith, as is well know, had been almost helpless during the past two years. A wife & 9 children survive him. 3 daughters and a son are in homes of their own; of the others, only two are unable to provide for themselves. - unknown source - ??? Newspaper -- John L. Smith, son of Simon (sic) and Mary Smith, was born July 20, 1853 and died November 18, 1915 age 62 years, 3 months and 28 days. He was married. to Miss Lucy Cheesewright February 22, 1885. This union was blest (sic) with six children. One died in infancy. The others - Parke N, Frank L, Ralph D, Myron R and Mrs. Grace A Dooley, with the widow and Mrs. Albert Jerome, a daughter by a former marriage, survive him. He was next to the youngest of the nine children of his father's family of whom only Mrs. William Bowman of Montezuma and Tilghman Smith of Coloma are now living. John Smith was b. in Rockville and spent all his life in Parke Co, living the last 28 years about 3 mi. W. of Rockville. He was a man of naturally strong physique and enjoyed good health until about a year ago when a complication of diseases took hold of him. Little by little these undermined his strength and eventually bore him down. Although for some time his condition has been considered serious, it was not until last Sun. that the end appeared near, and his death came really as a shock to his family and friends. Mr. Smith was a man of sterling qualities and commanded the respect of his fellowmen. His industry and thrift coupled with good judgment made him one of the country's successful farmers. Often men of his own calling came to him for advice, but these were not all for his judgment was also sought by men of public affairs. All who knew him regarded him as a more than ordinary citizen. Not only was he endowed with sound judgment, industry and thrift, but he was also a man with a kind heart, cheerful, absolutely honest and always interested in the welfare of his community. His home relations were of the pleasantest. Here he was most devoted, anxious for the well-doing of his family and always sacrificing willingly for their comfort and happiness. By his death these who had his greatest love have lost a devoted husband and father, his friends have lost a good comrade, the community a valued member and the county one of her best citizens. - Rockville Tribune February 23, 1915, Page 5 Rites were Monday for Parke N. Smith, a retired farmer in the Coloma neighborhood passes away, Saturday at the residence of Frank Bowman of Rockville. Surviving are a son, Parke W. Smith of RR 3; two daughters Mrs. Fay Potts of San Diego California; and Mrs. Ina May Clark of Rockville; three brothers, Frank, Ralph and Myron Smith all of Rockville and five grandchildren. He was a member of the Coloma church. The body was taken to the Barnes mortuary where friends called and to the Coloma church one hour before the service. which was at 2 o'clock Mon afternoon, Rev. Clarence Ozier and Rev. Valentine Krumm office. Burial was in the Coloma Cemetery.. - Rockville Republican Thurs, November 22, 1962 Page 1 Mrs. Katherine L. Smith age 49, died Friday morning in her home near Coloma, after a long illness. born July 17, 1897 in Parke County she was the daughter of E. J. and Anna Hall. She was a member of the Coloma Friends Church. Survivors are the husband, R. D. Smith, four daughters, Eleanor & Esther of Indianapolis, Doris and Mary Louise at home; two sons, Howard & Donald both at home; her mother, Mrs. Anna J. Hall of Rockville; two brothers, Frank Hall & Fred Hall of Rockville and Alster, Mrs. Ethel Youmans of Clinton. Funeral Services were held Sunday afternoon at 3. 'clock in the Coloma Friends Church, Rev. Ed. Woodard office.. Burial in Coloma Cemetery. Pall bearers were Glenn Rose, Russell Wright, Lawrence Woodard, Lee Shafer, Ray Bosley and Shelby Broady. - Rockville Republican April 10, 1947 Myron R. Smith of RR 3, Rockville age 80 died Monday afternoon April 4 in Vermillion County Hospital. Clinton A member of Coloma Friends Church he was a retired farmer and employee of Funk Seed. He was b. in Parke Co May 4, 1902 the son of John & Lucy Cheesewright Smith. Survivors are the widow, Mildred; four daughters, Linda Phillips and Norma Loden of Rockville; Betty Wright of Terre Haute and Emily McDonald of Holy Springs, Miss; five sons, Myron Jr. of Rosedale, John of Warner Robbins, Go. Delbert of Dallas, TX, Robert of Williamsport; and Thomas of Danville, Sarden Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home. - Parke County Sentinel Wednesday April 6, 1983 Carroll Lee Smith of Rockville, age 81, died in the Community Hospital, Paris, Ill; Wednesday night December 8. He was born at Bellmore, October 21, 1890 the son of William A. and Florence Jerome Smith. He was a member of the Rockville United Methodist Church and Masonic Lodge. Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Mary Leona Farrell of Paris Illinois; two sisters, Mrs. Carrie Arnold, of Rockville and Mrs. Gladys Rigdon of Tucson Arizona; a grandson, Edward L. Ferrell with the Army in Anchorage, Alaska; and a granddaughter, Janet Sue Farrell of Paris, Illinois Funeral services were held at the Tudor Funeral Home, Sat. afternoon with rev. Clifford Miller and Rev. Philip Robinson officiating. Burial was in Memory Garden Cemetery. - unknown source (Thanks to Alberta butler for this one) “Edward E. SMITH, 71 years old, died at 9:30 o’clock Thursday morning at the Vermillion County Hospital. Surviving are the widow; a son, Timothy of Indianapolis, and a brother, Samuel Smith of Montezuma. The body was taken to the Brown funeral home where services were conducted at 2 o’clock Sunday afternoon. The Rev. Earl Ramey officiated and internment was in Oakland Cemetery.” - Rockville Tribune, June 5, 1958 “Mrs. Charlotte Egbert SMITH died Saturday, April 2, aged sixty three years. The deceased was born in New York and had been a resident of Rockville for over forty years. She was married here thirty-six years ago to Joseph Smith, and was the mother of three children. The funeral services were held Sunday by Revs. Cummings and Beebe.” - Rockville Tribune, April 7, 1887 Simeon SMITH, one of Parke County’s oldest citizens, died at the home of his son, John Smith, west of town, last Thursday night at the age of 87 years. He was well known for his industry and activity which continued until a year or two since when he had a tumor over his eye, which had been growing for a long time, forced him to give up active pursuits. Mr. Smith came to Parke County in 1827 from New York. A family of eight children survive him, and brother, Joseph Smith, is living yet.” - Rockville Republican, March 1, 1899 Rueben D. Smith, who came to Rockville in 1828, died at Wallace, July 29, age 83. He was buried in the Rockville Cemetery. – Rockville Tribune, 04 August 1898 SMOCK Uncle Eddie Smock died at his home Thursday night. The funeral was held Saturday morning, burial in the Bruin cemetery. - Waveland Independent, January 14, 1916 -- (under Guion news) John and Ed Oldshue went to Rockville Sunday, to attend the funeral of their cousin, Alex Smock, who died very suddenly the previous Sunday. The funeral was delayed so that a son could come from California. In his early life he was a farmer, but later engaged in the drug business at Rockville with S. S. Harris. - ? date - Waveland Independent Mrs. Dora Elizabeth Smock, 83, wife of the veteran railway agent at Guion, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Celia Kite, in Rockville on Saturday of last week. She was the daughter of Harlow and Catherine Millemon and was born near Parkeville. The aged husband survives but is an invalid. Funeral services at Guion Presbyterian Church, burial at Bethany. - Waveland Independent, Thursday, August 22, 1940 SNODDY The Funeral of Mr. Samuel I. Snoddy, one of the most prominent men of Fountain County, and generally known throughout the state was held at the UB church near his home Tuesday at 3 o'clock p.m. The funeral sermon was preached from Genesis 3:19 by Rev. Jack Morehouse of Waterman. After scripture reading, a quartette most beautiful sang, "On Jordan's Storm Banks," with that old, old chorus, "There Will be No More Sorrow There," and "Savior Pilot me." Then an impressive duet, "There is room for you to Anchor Safe in Heaven," by Mrs. Albert Burnside and Mrs. Kate Hardesty. At the close of the sermon the quartette rendered, "Gathering home." As the casket was lowered into the grave "Some Blessed Day" was sung with much pathos. By actual count 700 people were in attendance and more than 600 of them had passed the 40th mile post down life's highway. Mr. Snoddy was not a member of any church, but believed with all the ardor of his soul in the final redemption of all mankind. His life has been an example that all men may follow with safety. Not a harsh word did I hear spoken of his character by anyone, but in this vast congregation everyone realized that their best earthly friend had crossed over into the beautiful beyond. His large family were all present, also his brother and wife, Mr. and Mrs. James Snoddy or Pleasanton, Ks. The reader of your most excellent paper can form a correct idea of how Mr. Snoddy was held in esteem by the people when the gather of this 700 people was made up of such representative men and women as Mr. and Mrs. Charles Bright, Dept. Treasurer; Atty. Luke Nebedeker, Auditor Ferguson; Samuel Reed, Banker; Uncle Lou Hatfield, Mr. Rinn and wife and Mrs. George Stafford of Covington; Commissioner Coleman, wife and daughter; Ex-Commissioner, Tom Ratcliff; Rev. AR Heath; Lewis Hobson; Mr. McCormick, Mr. Rabb and L. Morgan of Perrysville; David Shirk, Mr. and Mrs. Wann, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Randolph of Waterman. The following memorial for Mr. Snoddy is kindly furnished us by his brother: "At his home on Coal Creek on the 20th day of May, 1899, Samuel I. Snoddy died. He was born in Lycoming County Pennsylvania July 15, 1828. In 1849 he and Susan Koons, who was born in the same county were married. She was about 3 years his junior. In the same year of their married, these two young people, yearning for better opportunities and broader possibilities looked to what then was the undeveloped W. and with bright hopes took up their journey hitherward. Although that year is not so distant in time, yet their modes of travel was slow and laborious. by alternate stretches of cars and stage ride, they reached Buffalo, New York; thence by steamer on Lake Erie they made their way to Toledo, Ohio, then by the Wabash & Erie canal packet they came to Lafayette and from that city to Davis Landing, Parke Co by steamer on the Wabash. Near this landing they stopped a short time with his uncle, William Snoddy. Having during his minority, learned the trade of miller, he soon found employment at Wright's mill at Rockport in Parke County, Indiana Here he worked for about 3 years, after which he rented Wilkins' Mill situated on Sugar Mill Creek, and after running that for some time, abut not many year he bought the Kilin Mill property and moved to and improved that property. Here he settled himself for his life work and here he finished it. That life was not without its sorrow, here she who set out with him as the young and cherished partner of his pilgrimage through life died on October 6, 1876, leaving 11 children to join with him in bearing that great sorrow. On December 5, 1878 he joined in marriage with Susan Fisher of Ft. Co and who survives him. To this union two children were born. The younger survives his father, the elder, a daughter named Dosia died. The father was fondly attached to her and to him she was the rarest piece of human earth that e'er the sun shown on. He fell sick on the 12th day of May 1899, and at noonday of the 20th his earthly career closed. He was a man of rare and most estimable qualities and lived through a period which finds no parallel in the history of the world; he was tried by the exacting incissitudes of times which required the highest courage and strictest debility and was found equal to all emergencies. Gifted with great industry, indomitable energy and a clean mind, he pushed steadily forward to a higher and better plane of material and spiritual life; but in the way of his progress he never wronged or trampled upon the weak or unfortunate nor cowered to the strong and fortunate, for there was no trace of pride nor praise of sycophancy in his nature. His moral sense pointed to him the right with unerring certainty and to it he made his way with the zest of a devotee and the courage of a hero. He squared his life on that great moral maxim which, out of his inner conscience ever whispered to him, "Do not that unto others which others should do unto you," and lived as nearly to that exalted rule as is possible for moral man. In his nature he was generous and talent, and in his conduct was just and righteous as God gave him to see right and justice. He was an earnest and constant friend, a patient and indulgent parent and a faithful and efficient husband. His strong nature made him strong and intensive in these virtues and in the noble impulses from which they bloomed. he was an honest man who wrought out an honorable destiny in an honest way. he was charitable to those in need and who were worthy, and his character is pearled with that rarest Christian virtue. His daily life constantly admonished those who were prone to evil, to walk in the way of goodness, and his character is worthy the emulation of the good. His earthly work is done and he is folded in beneficent embrace of that Divinity which doeth all things well. The influence of his life leads only to higher endeavor and more blessed days. The hackneyed maxim of the ancients, "Speak nothing but good of the dead" need not be invoked to shield his memory from the column of evil, for there are none so evil as to speak ill of him. He strove to gain a better existence and has won." Taken from an old scrapbook - no date/name of paper -- SNOOK The funeral of Lilly Arnold Snook, wife of James Snook, was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. AJ Bramister in Terre Haute at 11 o'clock Saturday morning Sept 13, Rev. George K. Alton, pastor of the Christian Church preached the sermon which has since received much favorable comment. Internment was made at Terre Haute. Lilly Inez Arnold, youngest child of Robert and Alma Arnold, was born May 27, 1891 near Lafayette, Indiana. While she was yet a small child the family moved to Billie Creek and lived here several years where Lilly received her schooling. After a few years she had to discontinue her studies on account of failing eyesight. For several months she was employed in the office of the Covered Bridge Courier and later at Billie Creek General store. Jan 14, 1912, she was married to Jane Snook of Terre Haute. After 36 hours of suffering from ureic poison, she died Thursday Sept 11 at Terre Haute. Lilly was a loving wife, daughter and sister, whose memory will ever be fresh in the minds of her loved ones and whose place can never be filled in that circle. Her smiles and cheerful letters to her invalid mother and the home circle will leave sweet memories for years to come. In the new home so recently established at Terre Haute, a source of joy and pleasure to the young wife and husband, where fond hopes were constantly being built for the future, the vacancy will be most noticed and only the memory of her who brought the joy and sunshine to this home can drive away the clouds of doom left hanging over it. The large number of friends and neighbors at the funeral, the floral offerings and many expressions of sympathy attested to the popularity of the stricken wife and of the husband left lonely in his home. - Covered Bridge Courier Billie Creek Village 17 Sept 1913 – Shared by Karen Zach SNYDER Death claimed John SNYDER, age 74, in Judson, at 7:30 o’clock Tuesday morning, following a heart attack. He had been in his usual health and after dressing complained of not feeling well. He lay down again and dying shortly afterwards. Mr. Snyder was born in Clinton, but spent the past 40 years in Judson, where he conducted a blacksmith shop. At the time of death he was postmaster at Judson in which position he has served 12 or 15 years having been appointed during the Harding administration. Surviving are his wife and five daughters – Mrs. Fred Mathas of Montezuma, Mrs. Charles Baker, Mrs. Claude Doan, Mrs. Effie Barnes and Miss Cora Snyder of Judson, and a sister, Mrs. Robert Linebarger of Columbus. The funeral will be held at the home Thursday afternoon at 2 o’clock, Rev. Raymond Skelton officiating. Burial in Bethany Cemetery.” - Rockville Republican, March 14, 1935 SOWERS Benjamin Sowers, resident of Wallace, died early Sunday morning at the home of his son, Clarence, in Decatur, Illinois according to word received by another son, Harold Sowers of Veedersburg. Mr. Sowers was found dead in bed, the victim of a heart attack. He had been spending the winter months at his son's home. The survivors include 5 sons and a daughter. Funeral services. will be held Tuesday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock at the Lutheran church near Wallace. The body will lie in state from noon until time for the services. - Crawfordsville Journal-Review, January 10, 1944 Elias Patterson Sowers was born December 25, 1841 at Harveysburg, Fountain Co, IN. He was married September 19, 1860 to Miss Anna M. Redenbaugh. To this union was b. six children, all of which are living except one daughters, who died at the age of 4. He came to Kansas in 1881, settling on Grouse Creek near Dexter. in 1908 he returned to Harveysburg where he resided until about 1 year ago, when he visited in California about 6 months, returning to Dexter in June, 1917 and |
