Submitted 1999 by Crystal Jensen
Name of Newspaper: Edwardsville Intelligencer Staunton, IL
Date of Obituary: Wed. Oct 17, 1928
Obituary: Funeral services for Mrs. Marie Schmidt YAEGER,
who died Sat morning at a hospital in St. Louis, was held at 9 o'clock Sunday
afternnon at the family home, on Olive Street. Interment in Staunton City
Cemetery. Decedent was born in Germany May 1, 1882, coming to America
when young. Her marriage to Theo. YAEGER occured on July 3, 25 years ago.
She is survived by her husband, 2 daughters and 3 sons, Mrs. Mary Scheller
and Mrs. Clara SCHELLER both of Mt. Olive and Theodore Jr.,
John and Walter of Staunton. She also leaves 1 grandchild. Her aged father,
Herman SCHMIDT, aged 80 who resided at the home, and 8 sisters:
Mrs. W. SUNDERMEYER, Mrs. Oscar HAUSTEIN, Mrs. Elmer KARCH,
Mrs. L. LICHTENTHALER, Mrs. LEONHARD; Mrs. Anna PROBST
of Staunton; and Misses Hattie and Mary SCHMIDT of Chicago, survive.
Submitted 2002 by Chris Grove-Surgis
Name of Newspaper: Daily Enquirer
Date of Obituary: May 10, 1911
Obituary: Lewis YEAGER Murdered Wealthy Ranchman, Former
Carlinville Boy Killed by Drunken Mexican. Irving YEAGER, of
Litchfield, has received word of the killing of his brother, Lewis YEAGER,
at his home in Flagstaff, Arizona, by a drunken Mexican. YEAGER
was shot by his assailant while on his ranch, a large sheep farm. He was
one of the best known ranchers and among the wealthiest of the section
in which he lived. Decedent was born in St. Louis and was the son of
H. C. YEAGER, a pioneer in the milling business. His father for
several years was interested in the milling industry at Carlinville, during
which time the family resided here. The father and mother, who a month ago
celebrated their golden wedding anniversary, reside now in Phoenix, Ariz. Lewis
went west in 1892. He was 36 years old. His wife and three sons survive him;
also his brothers, Ben and Harlow of Phoenix; Gilbert of Helena, Ark.,
Irving, one of the well-known residents of Litchfield, and one sister,
Mrs. Percy A. COWEN, of Vicksburg, Miss. The brother, Ben, is ill
in a hospital as the result of a fall from a horse, suffered at the time
of the golden anniversary celebration of their parents at Phoenix. Lewis
YEAGER is estimated to have been worth $100,000.
Submitted 1998 by Jacque Sparks
Name of Newspaper: Bolivar Free Press
Date of Obituary: January 20, 1916
Obituary: Calvin M. YORK was born in Macoupin county, Ill.,
Dec. 21, 1849, departed this life Jan. 16 1916, at his home near Halfway,
Mo., at the age of 66 years and 26 days. He was married to Mary E. SUTTON
at Palmyra, Ill., Oct 23, 1873. To this union were born four sons, Luther
S., Franklin M., Frederick G. and Charles E.; all of whom, except Frederick
C, who died Oct 15, 1899, at the present home, are left to mourn the loss
of a kind and indulgent father. he was again united in marriage with Lydia
C LAUGHERY, Feb. 6, 1890, who is left behind to mourn the loss of
a kind and loving husband. He was converted while young at Honey Point church,
Illinois where he united with the Missionary Baptist church. He loved to serve
his master and although he had been in poor health the past three years he was
seldom -- ---a house not made with hands eternal in the heavens". Besides his
immediate family he leaves behind an aged brother and sister. His death came
as a bolt from a clear sky, as he seemed as well as usual when he left his
wife's side to go to the barn, where his son, Charles, was doing the chores,
and was carried back a corpse, heart failure being the cause of his death.
He was a resident of the Coy district and school was dismissed Tuesday morning
from 9:30 till 10:30, while the children marched to view, for the last time,
the the face of one whom they have dearly loved. Funeral services were conducted
at Reynolds Chapel, Tuesday, Jan 18, at 11a.m. by Eld. T. PETERSON, after
which the body was laid to rest to await the resurrection morn. His wife has
lost a loving companion, his boys a indulgent father, and the community a good
Christian neighbor, but out loss is his gain, for he was a faithful
worker for the Lord, and now is asleep in Jesus.
Submitted 1998 by Jacque Sparks [found by Carolyn Bettis for Jacque]
Name of Newspaper: Macoupin County Enquirer
Date of Obituary: June 26, 1895
Obituary: Died at his residence in Honey Point Township, Monday,
June 24, 1895, James W. YORK, aged 61 years, 7 months and 27 days.
James W. YORK was born in Williamson county, Tennessee, on the 28th
day of October, 1813. When he was 15 years old he, together with his father's
family removed to Illinois and settled in Morgan county. In February 1838,
he was united in marriage to Miss Mary KEPLINGER of that county
and soon afterwards removed to Macoupin county and settled on a tract of
land which he had entered from the government, and where he continued to
reside up to the time of his death. His first wife died in the year 1875.
his second marriage was to Hester HAMILTON of Montgomery county.
Uncle Jimmy, as he was familiarly called, was a man of decided convictions
on all subjects, but was willing to concede the same freedom of opinions
to others that he claimed for himself. Politically he was a Democrat and
his first vote for President was given to Martin VAN BUREN in 1836.
Under the old militia organization he filled the office of first lieutenant.
He was the first supervisor elected from Honey Point after the adoption of
the township organization. In every position in which he was placed he
preformed his duty to the entire satisfaction of the people. In 1857 he
united with the Honey Creek Baptist church of which he remained a faithful
and consistent member up to the time of his death. A good man and one the
pioneers who have done so much to make Macoupin county what it is today,
is gone. Peace to his ashes. Macoupin County Enquirer, Wed.
June 26, 1895.
Submitted 2008 by Rebecca Moore)
Author: written by Miss Irene YOST
Obituary: Mrs. Gertrude YOST (b. 17 Sep 1830 in Hitdorf,
Germany - d. aft. 1900) died at her home south of Brighton
Thursday night - Funeral Services were conducted by Rev. Father METZLER
of Edwardsville at St. Alphonsus Church. Interment was made in the
Catholic cemetery located one mile west of Brighton on Monday morning.
Solemn Requiem Mass was conducted for the repose of her soul.
Mrs. YOST was born in Hetdorf Germany September 17, 183?0?. She was
married to Henry YOST and later after his death she and her two sons
came to this country. She leaves her two sons Henry Jr. and Peter,
eighteen grand-children and one great grandchild. She was a faithful
member of St. Alphonsus congregation and was beloved by all who knew
her. Irene YOST wrote, "Great Grandfather YOST is buried in
Germany (Goarskausen). Great Grandmother YOST, Theresa (b. 15
Jul 1894 - d. 1900), Henry James (b. 16 Mar 1896 - d. 28 Dec 1909), Annie
(Anna Elizabeth b. 01 Jan 1901 - d. 28 Dec 1909) (There was a double funeral
for Henry James and Anna) and another child (born dead) are all buried in the
Catholic Cemetery in Brighton."
Source: WPA Files, County Archives
Date of Obituary: Unknown
Obituary: To Honor the Hero Dead. The body of Sam YOURKOVICH who fell
facing the enemy in France arrived home Tueday. The funeral services will be
conducted Sunday morning at 10:30 at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Matt
YOURKOVICH and at 11 o clock at the Church of Ascension. It is a duty
of every citizen to pay their last respect by accompanying the remains to the
last resting place. It will be a military funeral with the American Legion in
charge. Buried With Military Honors. The remains of Sam YOURKOVICH, Mt. Olive's
war hero were laid to their final rest with military honors in the Catholic Cemetery
Sunday at noon. Services were conducted at the home and at the church of the Ascension
after which the funeral procession wended its way to the cemetery. The Mt. Olive Bank
and the boys in uniform headed the procession and the casket containing the remains was
conveyed on a caisson, drawn by four horses, draped with the American flag, and surrounded
by a military escort. Two societies, of which he was a member, and the members of the
Commercial Club, were in line, as were also a large number of friends paying the last
tribute of respect to the boy who gave his life in defense of the principles of his country.
At the cemetery a short religious service was held after which the American Legion, in
ommand of John KALVIN, took charge. The firing squad was under the command of
John Truetzschler and taps were sounded by Bugler MARBURGER. Private Sam
YOURKOVICH was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Matt YOURKOVICH of this city, and
at the time of his death was 23 years, 4 months and 25 days of age. He was one of Mt. Olive's
well known young men, with a large circle of friends and was the first man from here to answer
the draft call starting out on the trip to camp alone. He was finally assigned to Co. K of the
9th Infantry and was in the fiercest fighting in the Argorme and his officers gave him high
praise for the splendid showing he made. He died facing the enemy and no man can make a greater
sacrifice than to give his life for his country. He is the only soldier of the World War who
died in action.
Submitted 1999 by Patricia Lorenz
Name of Newspaper: Carlinville Democrat
Date of Obituary: Wed., September 10, 1930
Obituary: Edward ZELMER Died in North Dakota. Tuesday, September
2d, occurred the death of Edward ZELMER, at his home in Mandan,
North Dakota. The deceased was a former resident of Macoupin County and
came from the Palmyra community. His wife was Miss Dora MIEHER of
Carlinville. Mr. and Mrs. ZELMER have resided in North Dakota for
many years. The remains were brought to Carlinville and funeral services
were held from the Riefenberg Funeral Home Saturday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock,
Rev. Walter OTT, officiating. Interment was in the city cemetery.
Submitted 1999 by Patricia Lorenz
Name of Newspaper: Carlinville Democrat
Date of Obituary: Thurs., 14 May 1959
Obituary: Abstract Only: Mrs. Emma Ida ZENGERLE, born 30
Oct 1871 in Carlinville, parents Mr. and Mrs. Bernard
LORENZ; died Tuesday, 12 May 1959, age 87, in Macoupin
nursing home where she had been for several years. She was
a lifelong Carlinville resident, widow of Casper ZENGERLE.
Survivors: Niece, Mrs. John H. SCHMALE of Belleville, and
one nephew. Funeral: Thursday, 14 May 1959, 2:00 p.m.
Heinz Funeral Home. Rev. A. W. GALEN, pastor Zion Lutheran
Church officiated. Burial in City cemetery.
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