WESTFALL GENEALOGY Related Families-Page 2 Frank Kraushaar Sr. My mother's grandfather on her father's side (My great grandfather) Frank Kraushaar Sr. was born about 1836 in Prussia, Germany. He came to America and settled in the Jersey County, Illinois area in about 1860. He and his wife Julia were listed in the Jersey County, IL 1860 census for Richwood Township. The Kraushaar name is misspelled Krausse or Crouser in some of the old census and other records. The 1860 census said he was a shoemaker. He later became a farmer in the Fieldon, IL area. He died in Sept. 1879 on his farm near Fieldon, English Township, Jersey County, IL. He married Julia Anna Albert abt. 1859. She was born about 1842 in Prussia, Germany. She died about 1900 on farm near Fieldon, IL. I believe Julia's parents came to Jersey County. IL about 1858 from New York state. I think her parents were Michael and Catherine (Radtrioh) Albert, and that they were born in Germany and came to the United States between 1845 and 1847 and lived in New York state from the time they arrived in America until about 1858 when they came to Illinois. I believe they had 9 children-Julia Ann Albert (my great grandmother), Nicholas Albert, John Albert, Frank Albert, Anna Albert, Rose Albert, Mary Albert, Lucina or Lucinda Albert, and another child (name unknown). Some of the children were born in Germany and some in New York. (Note: From my research I found information, which is not yet proven or verified, that my great grandfather Frank Kraushaar's wife Julia Anna Albert was possibly a daughter of Michael Albert and Catherina Radtrioh born in Bayern, Germany. Nicholas Albert of the Jersey County, IL area was a son of Michael and Kate (Heterick) Albert and was born in 1850 in NY. I think it is possible that Nicholas Albert was a brother to my great grandmother Julia (Albert) Kraushaar who married my great grandfather Frank Kraushaar Sr. My great grandmother's father's name was also Michael Albert and her mother's name was also Catherine. Her mother's maiden name Radtrioh might have been a misspelling. Nicholas Albert's mother's maiden name was spelled Heterick, and his sister Mary spelled her mother's maiden name Hadrick in her obituary which is somewhat similar to my great grandmother's spelling of her mother's maiden name, Radtrioh. Another sister Rose spelled her mother's maiden name Hartwick, so there is a wide variation in the spellings, and therefore I don't know what is the correct spelling of her maiden name. Nicholas and his sisters Rose and Mary were born in NY. His parents, Michael Albert born abt. 1804 in Bavaria, Germany and his wife Catherine born abt. 1814 also in Bavaria, Germany, and their family moved to Jersey County IL from New York in about 1858. His parents were born in Germany as was my great Grandmother Julia in about 1842. Nicholas Albert's sister Rose (Albert) Reher's obituary said there were 9 children in the family. I have identified possibly 8 children and their approximate dates of birth from census records-Nicholas Albert born 2-16-1850 in NY, died 8-18-1925, married 1st Theresa Lenz, married 2nd Katurah Hughes; Rose (Albert) Reher born abt. 1855 in NY, died 6-5-1942, married William Reher; Mary Dorothy (Albert) Lenz born Nov. 1847 in NY, died 5-18-1922, married Joseph Lenz; Anna (Albert) Foster born 8-8-1858 in NY, died 10-18-1915, married Joseph Foster; Lucinda Albert born abt. 1856 in NY; Frank J. Albert born abt. 1845 in Germany, died 4-6-1862, killed in action in the Civil War; John Michael Albert born abt. 1837 in Germany, died 1905 in Lincoln Co., MO, married Susan Ursaline Skinner; and possibly my great grandmother Julia Anna (Albert) Kraushaar born abt. 1842 in Germany, died abt. 1900, married 1st Frank Kraushaar Sr., married 2nd William Weisner. I believe my great grandmother Julia's parents came to America between 1845 and 1847, because their son Frank was born in 1845 in Germany and their daughter Mary was born in 1847 in New York. For more information about Nicholas Albert and the Albert family go to this page on my genealogy website- relfam2a.html ) ---------------- Frank Kraushaar Sr. and Julia (Albert) Kraushaar had 9 children--Frank Kraushaar Jr., Joseph Kraushaar, John Kraushaar, Charles Kraushaar (my mother's father), Anna Kraushaar, Rosa Kraushaar, Mary C. Kraushaar, Josephine Kraushaar, and Elizabeth Kraushaar. After my great grandfather Frank Kraushaar Sr's death his wife Julia (Albert) Kraushaar remarried to William Weisner 5-19-1881 and they had 2 daughters, half sisters to my mother's father, Catherine Weisner and Lena Weisner. ---------------- Charles and Caroline (Haushalter) Kraushaar The above picture is a wedding photo taken 4-14-1898 of my grandparents Charles Kraushaar and Caroline (Haushalter) Kraushaar. Charles Kraushaar, my mother Lovie (Kraushaar) Westfall's father, was a son of Frank Kraushaar Sr. and Julia (Albert) Kraushaar. (1) Frank and Julia (Albert) Kraushaar's son Frank Kraushaar Jr. was born abt. 1865 near Fieldon, English Township, Jersey County, IL, and he died Jan. 22, 1937 near Fieldon, English Township, Jersey County, IL. He farmed in the Fieldon, Jersey County, IL area. Frank Kraushaar Jr. married 1st Katurah Emeline Hughes 10 Jan 1883 in Jersey County, Illinois. Katurah Emeline Hughes was born abt. 1867. She was a daughter of Thomas and Lucinda (Rutherford) Hughes. Frank Kraushaar and Katurah Emeline Hughes must not have had children together, and divorced soon after the marriage. She remarried 5 years later to Nicholas Albert 15 May 1888 in Jerseyville, Jersey County, Illinois. Frank Kraushaar married 2nd to Ida Houseman bef. 1889. Ida Houseman was born in 1870, and died in 1904. She was buried in Houseman Cemetery in Jersey County, IL. After her death in 1904 Frank Kraushaar married 3rd to my father's half sister Nora Westfall 13 Oct 1905 in Jerseyville, Jersey County, IL. -------------- Frank and Julia (Albert) Kraushaar's son Frank Kraushaar Jr.'s will court case after his death in 1937 - Judge Victor Hemphill who presided at a session of the Jersey County Circuit Court Friday, rendered his decision in the will case of the late Frank Kraushaar, deceased, which he has had under advisement since July 23. 1937. The suit was taken to the Circuit Court on an appeal from the County Court, the petitioner for the appeal being Frances Traunecker of Alton, a daughter of Frank Kraushaar. Kraushaar died Jan. 22, 1937 and his will was filed for probate on Jan. 23, by his son, William Kraushaar. The document was admitted to probate in the County Court on March 8. By the terms of the will the testator bequeathed his estate consisting of real estate and personal property amounting to about 53000, to his son, William, who was named executor without bond. In addition to the two litigants, other heirs-at-law of Kraushaar, listed In the court records, are: sons, Louis Kraushaar of Spokane, Wash.; Henry E. Kraushaar of Lewiston; Frank and Leo Kraushaar of Alton; and another daughter, Mrs. Augusta Baxter, of Jerseyville. Frances Traunecker, a daughter of the deceased, on March 10, appealed the matter to the Circuit Court and a hearing was had. In he testimony it was brought out that the witnesses to the will, Margaret Quinn and Minnie Hesley were not acquainted with Frank Kraushaar prior to the signing of he document and the question arose regarding their competency to testify to Kraushaar's condition it the time the will was signed. In his decision the court found the issues in favor of the proponents and held that the instrument offered in evidence was proven to be the last will and testament of Frank Kraushaar, deceased. It was ordered that said Instrument be admitted to probate in the County Court of Jersey County and that the Appellant pay the costs in the Circuit Court. Attorney G. Russell Schwarz of Jerseyville represented the proponents in the case and Manuel Wiseman of Alton, the appellant. ----------------- Frank Kraushaar's 2nd wife's Ida (Houseman) Kraushaar's obituary - Mrs. Frank Kraushaar, died 10-00-1904 (died in Oct. 1904, exact date unknown). From Jerseyville Republican Newspaper, 20 October 1904: Mrs. Frank Kraushaar, 34 years old, died at home 12 miles northwest of city. Funeral was by I. D. Crawford with burial in Houseman cemetery. --------------- Frank Kraushaar and his 2nd wife Ida Houseman had 4 children-William (Bill) Kraushaar, Frank Louis Kraushaar, Henry Edward Kraushaar, and Augusta (Gussie) E. Kraushaar. ----------------- (1a) Frank and Ida (Houseman) Kraushaar's son William (Bill) Kraushaar Sr. was born in 1902 in Jersey Co., IL, and died Jan. 17, 1962 in Jersey Co., IL. He lived on his father Frank Kraushaar's home place farm north of Fieldon, IL. He lost a leg in a hunting accident when he was a boy. He was married to Sylvia Carter born 9-3-1910 in IL. She died 10-17-1984 in Jerseyville, IL. William (Bill) Kraushaar and Sylvia (Carter) Kraushaar had 4 children-William Kraushaar, Richard Kraushaar, Ronald Kraushaar, and Judy Kraushaar who married a man who's last name was Tanner. William Kraushaar and his wife Sylvia are both buried in the Fieldon Cemetery. ------------- William (Bill) Kraushaar's obituary - William Kraushaar, of Fieldon vicinity, a night watchman at Marquette Lodge, Grafton, died unexpectedly at 5:15 a.m. today at the lodge Mr. Kraushaar is survived by his wife, Sylvia, three sons, William, Richard and Ronald, and one daughter, Miss Judy Kay Kraushaar, all of Fieldon, one brother, Henry of Jerseyville, two sisters, Mrs. Augusta Baxter, Jerseyville and Mrs. Frances Traunecker of Alton, and two half-brothers, Leo and Frank Kraushaar, both of Alton. Friends may visit at Jacoby Bros. Funeral Home, after 1 p.m. Thursday. Funeral rites will be conducted at 1:30 p.m. Friday in Fieldon Baptist Church, with the Rev. Claude Evans, officiating. Burial will be in Fieldon Cemetery. -------------- William (Bill) Kraushaar's wife Sylvia L. (Carter) Kraushaar's obituary - Mrs. Sylvia Kraushaar, 74, 200 McBride St., Jerseyville, IL died at 5:10 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 17, at St. Luke's West Hospital. Mrs. Kraushaar was born Sept. 3, 1910 in Illinois. She married William Kraushaar, and he died Jan. 17, 1962. She is survived by three sons, William of Miami, Fla., Richard of Texas, and Ron of Jerseyville; a daughter, Judy Tanner of Brighton; a brother, Fred Carter of Alton, and seven grandchildren. Funeral services were held at Jacoby Brothers Funeral Home on Friday, Oct. 19 with Reverend R. E. George officiating. Burial was in the Fieldon Cemetery. (Note: I remember when I was a boy back in the 1950's my parents and I visited William Kraushaar's wife Sylvia (Carter) Kraushaar at a tuberculosis sanitorium near Edwardsville, IL where she was recovering from tuberculosis. I don't know how long she was at the tuberculosis sanitorium.) --------------- (1aa) William "Bill" Kraushaar Sr. and Sylvia (Carter) Kraushaar's son Ronald Kraushaar's wife Ethel (McBride) Kraushaar's obituary - Ethel M. Kraushaar, 62, died at 5:40 a.m. Monday, June 20, 2011, at her residence after a short battle with cancer. She was born June 8, 1949, in Carrollton, the daughter of Bernard and Marjorie (Hayes) McBride. Ethel had worked at the Temple Cleaners in Alton for a number of years and was a big fan of the St. Louis Cardinals as well as Elvis Presley, and enjoyed her family and fishing, and was most content when could incorporate both at the same time. She married Ronald D. Kraushaar Sr. on April 22, 1967, at the home of the Rev. Dorcie Hill in Jerseyville and he survives, and they have been blessed with 44 years together. Also surviving are two sons and daughters-in-law, Ronald and Irene Kraushaar Jr. of Blackfoot, Idaho, and Dennis R. and Jessica Kraushaar of Jerseyville; eight grandchildren, Brandon, Alexa, Brian, Devin, Sam, Chris, Brooke and Sterling; one great-granddaughter, Brooklynne; a brother, Bernard McBride of Bluffs; and a sister, Kathy Kimble of Jerseyville. She was preceded in death by her parents and a granddaughter, Leanne Kraushaar. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 22, at the Crawford Funeral Home in Jerseyville, where funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Thursday, June 23. Burial will be in the Fieldon Cemetery. Memorials may be given to the American Cancer Society. -------------- William "Bill" Kraushaar Sr. and Sylvia (Carter) Kraushaar's son Ronald Kraushaar's wife Ethel (McBride) Kraushaar's mother Marjorie Carol (Hayes) McBride's obituary - The funeral of Marjorie Carol McBride, 56, of 102 Sheridan, Jerseyville will be conducted at 2 p.m. on 15 Aug. at Jacoby Brothers funeral home by the Rev. Norman Eddy. Burial will be in Oak Grove cemetery. She died at 5:12 a.m. on 13 Aug. at Chesterfield after an extended illness. She was born in Peoria on 13 Dec. 1921, a daughter of Charles W. and Leta Hamm Hayes and had been a seamstress in dress manufacturing. She served in the army from 16 Mar. 1944 to 15 Aug. 1945. She is survived by a son, Bernard McBride of Chesterfield; two daughters, Mrs. Ethel Kraushaar of Jerseyville and Mrs. Kay Kimble of West Union, Ohio; 11 grandchildren. Her parents and a sister preceded her in death. Visitation from 4 to 9 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Published, 14 Aug. 1978. -------------- (1aaaa) Ronald and Ethel (McBride) Kraushaar's granddaughter and their son Dennis R. Kraushaar's daughter Leanne Nichole Kraushaar's obituary - Leanne Nichole Kraushaar, 6-year-old daughter of Traci (Bregenzer) Kraushaar of Jerseyville and Dennis R. Kraushaar of Arizona, died at 2:25 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 29, 2002, at Cardinal Glennon Hospital for Children. She was born May 4, 1996, in Jerseyville and was a student at Grafton Grade School. In addition to her parents, surviving are a sister, Stephanie St. Clair of Jerseyville; two brothers, Jeffrey St. Clair of Jerseyville and Brian Kraushaar of Arizona; grandparents, Larry and Sandy Bregenzer of Alton and Ron and Ethel Kraushaar of Jerseyville; and great-grandmother, Ruby Wieneke of Bethalto. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Targhetta Funeral Home in Brighton, where the Rev. Ray Robinson will officiate at services at 10 a.m. Thursday. Burial will follow at Brighton Cemetery. Memorials may be given to the family. -------------- (1aaa) William "Bill" Kraushaar Sr. and Sylvia (Carter) Kraushaar's son William "Bill" Kraushaar's daughter Sylvia (Kraushaar) Jones's husband John Robert Jones Jr. (JR)'s obituary - John Robert Jones Jr. (JR), (April 6, 1962 October 11, 2014) - Beloved Husband, Father, Pastor and friend to many, passed at Hospice by the Sea in Boca Raton, Florida. He was born in Miami Florida to John Jones Sr. and Maria Tarmon. He served faithfully in the US Armed Forces before entering full time ministry. He graduated with a Masters of Divinity from Concordia Seminary in St. Louis Missouri. As a child he was a left to the state of Florida as his mother and father were unable to care for him. Enduring great uncertainty and abuses, he was raised in over 100 homes around South Florida. As a young adult he entered the United States Marine Corps as a reserve, before eventually fully enlisting in the United States Army. He married Sylvia Kraushaar on August 24th, 1984, going on to have two children together. They began to raise their family in Ft. Hood, Texas and Ft. Riley, Kansas. In 1995, JR left the armed forces and moved the family to Arlington Texas where he worked as a correctional officer for the Federal Penitentiary in Fort Worth. After becoming increasingly active in their home church, St Luke, JR felt called to full time ministry in the Lutheran Church. He moved the family to St. Louis Missouri where he attended Concordia Seminary to pursue his Masters of Divinity. Upon graduation he received his first call to Atlanta, GA. He served at Rivercliff Lutheran Church for almost 6 years before taking a call to St. Paul Boca. He served at St. Paul Boca for 5 years before passing away from two, glioblastoma brain tumors. Throughout his life and ministry he has impacted thousands of people. He walked with many through their times of trial. The hardships of his own life made him a compassionate and empathetic man with a gift for counseling. He is survived by his wife Sylvia and two children Christal and Michael. His legacy lives on through his ministry and the many lives he impacted at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Boca Raton, Florida and around the country. He will be remembered fondly and loved always. A Memorial Service will be held at 4:00 pm on Tuesday, October 14 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Boca Raton. The family requests expressions of sympathy in lieu of flowers be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church and School. ----------------- (2a) Frank and Ida (Houseman) Kraushaar's son Henry Edward Kraushaar was born Nov. 2, 1889 in Jersey County, IL, and died in Feb. 1965. He is buried in the Fieldon Cemetery, Richwood Township, Jersey County, IL. He married Onice (maiden name unknown) born in 1900, died in 1966, and buried in Fieldon Cemetery. Henry and Onice Kraushaar had a daughter Thelma Lucille Kraushaar who married a man who's last name was Walter. ------------- Henry Edward Kraushaar's obituary - Henry Edward Kraushaar, 75, died Monday at. 3 p.m. at his home, 412 Pleasant St. A son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Frank Kraushaar, he was born Nov. 2, 1889. Mr. Kraushaar was a member of the Christian Church, Kilborn, and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1894, Canton. Surviving are his widow, Mrs. Onice Kraushaar; a daughter, Mrs. Thelma Lucille Walter, Springfield; a sister, Mrs. Augusta Baxter, Jcrseyville; a half-sister, Mrs. Frances Traunecker, Alton; two half-brothers, Leo Kraushaar, Alton, and Frank Kraushaar, Plainview; a grandson, and a great-grandson. Funeral services will be Thursday at 1:30 p.m. in Jacoby Bros. Funeral Home with the Rev. Mode Powell officiating. Burial will be in Fieldon Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. today. ----------------- (3a) Frank and Ida (Houseman) Kraushaar's daughter Augusta "Gussie" E. Kraushaar was born 9-26-1896 in Jersey Co., IL, and died 8-17-1972 in Jersey Co., IL. Her burial was in Oak Grove Cemetery in Jerseyville, IL. She married 1st Amos H. Woolsey 12-27-1913 in Jersey Co., IL. He was born March 24, 1895, in Jersey Co., IL, and died 01-20-1973 in Highland, IL. His burial was in Immanuel Cemetery near Hamel, IL. She married 2nd a man whose last name was Baxter. Amos H. Woolsey and Augusta "Gussie" E. (Kraushaar) Woolsey Baxter had a daughter-Irma Woolsey who married Frank Eisler. --------------- Augusta "Gussie" E. (Kraushaar) Woolsey Baxter's 1st husband Amos H. Woolsey's obituary - Died 01-20-1973. Amos Woolsey, 77, a farmer of rural Edwardsville, died January 20, at St. Joseph hospital, Highland. He was born March 24, 1895, in Jersey Co. Surviving are 1 daughter, Mrs Frank (Irma) Eisler, Jerseyville; 6 grandchildren; 12 g-grandchildren; 7 sisters, Mrs Alice Powel, Medora, Mrs Flora Wheeler, McLeansboro, Mrs Lydia Martin, Mrs Eunice Mattis, Mrs Ida Brooks and Mrs Lavinia Mourning, Jerseyville. Visitation was at Gubser Funeral Home in Jerseyville. Services were held at Dauderman Mortuaary, Hamel with Burial in Immanuel Cemetery near Hamel. ----------------- (1aa) Amos Woolsey and Augusta "Gussie" E. (Kraushaar) Woolsey Baxter's daughter Irma Woolsey was born in Jersey Co., IL, and died 2-2-1996 in Jersey Co., IL. She married Frank L. Eisler. He died 2-11-1998 in Jersey Co., IL. He was a son of Michael and Mary Christine Eisler, and a grandson of Frank and Rosa (Enghaus) Eisler. Both Frank and Irma (Woolsey) Eisler were buried in Oak Grove Cemetery in Jerseyville, IL. Children of Frank and Irma (Woolsey) Eisler were-Ronald Dean Eisler, Robert Leroy Eisler, Arthur Michael Eisler, Mrs. Joetta Marie (Eisler) Lott, Mrs. William Hardy, Mrs. Morris Long, and Mrs. James Martin. ----------------- Irma (Woolsey) Eisler's husband Frank L. Eisler's mother Mary Christina Eisler's obituary - Mrs Mary Christina Eisler, 81, widow of Michael Eisler, died at 7:15 p.m. at Watson Nursing Home here. She was born in Otterville, Sept 10, 1871. Mrs Eisler leaves three sons Frand Eisler of Jerseyville and Earl Eisler of Phoenix, Ariz and August Ferenbach by a previous marriage also of Jerseyville, two daughters, Mrs Ross Hartwich of Chesterfield and Mrs Ray Campbell of Jerseyville; two step-daughters, Mrs Rosa Price and Mrs Minnie Terpening, Alton 27 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren. The body is at Jacoby Bros Funeral Home where friends may call after 2 p.m. Friday where rites will be conducted Saturday at 2 p.m. by Rev. Gerald M. Boch. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery. ----------------- (1aaa) Amos H. Woolsey and Augusta "Gussie" E. (Kraushaar) Woolsey Baxter's grandson and their daughter Irma (Woolsey) Eisler's son Ronald Dean Eisler's obituary - Funeral services for Ronald Dean Eisler, sixteen year old Jerseyville youth, were held from Gubser Funeral Home to the First Baptist Church, Wednesday afternoon, Mar 19 at 2 o'clock. Rev Carl Moman, pastor of the Church officiated at the services and interment was in Oak Grove Cemetery. Ronald Dean's death occurred suddenly Monday afternoon, March 17 at 2:45 at the home of his parents on Lincoln Avenue. An inquest into his death will be conducted by Coroner Rodney C. Jacoby. The youth was a son of Frank and Irma Woolsey Eisler and he was born Aug 5, 1941 in Jerseyville. He was aged sixteen years, seven months and twelve days. Surviving Ronald Dean in addition to his parents are two brothers, Robert Leroy Eisler of Otterville and Arthur Michael Eisler of Jerseyville; four sisters, Mrs Morris Long, Mrs William Hardy and Miss Joetta Marie Eisler of Jerseyville and Mrs James Martin of Carlinville; his maternal grandmother, Mrs Augusta Baxter of Jerseyville and his maternal grandfather, Amos Woolsey of Edwardsville. ----------------- (1aaaa) Amos Woolsey and Augusta "Gussie" E. (Kraushaar) Woolsey Baxter's great granddaughter and their daughter Irma (Woolsey) Eisler's granddaughter Tina Marie Lott's obituary - Unknown newspaper, 29 Mar. 1973: Graveside services were conducted Wednesday morning at Oak Grove cemetery for Tina Marie Lott, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Cleo Lott of Jerseyville, who died at Alton memorial hospital an hour after birth on 26 march. Rev. Everett Chambers, pastor of the First Baptist church, officiated. In addition to her parents she is survived by two brothers, Brad Allen Lott, 5, and Chad Edward Lott, 2. Mrs. Lott is the former Joetta Marie Eisler. Gubser funeral home was in charge of arrangements. -------------- (4a) Frank and Ida (Houseman) Kraushaar's son Frank Louis Kraushaar was born in Jersey Co., IL. He died in May 1954 in Spokane, WA. He was married to Agnes (maiden name unknown). His Interment was at Fairmount Memorial Park Cemetery in Spokane, WA. He had lived in Spokane, WA for 27 years and was a bus driver for the Northwest Greyhound Bus Lines, and had served in the army in World War I. -------------- Frank and Ida (Houseman) Kraushaar's son Frank Louis Kraushaar's obituary - Spokane WA Spokesman-Review, Tue May 18 1954, Kraushaar, Frank L. -- He was a resident of W3108 Cleveland. Survived by his wife, Agnes, at the home. 2 brothers, William and Henry F. Kraushaar, both in Illinois. 1 sister, Mrs. Gussie Baxter of Jerseyville, Ill. A member of Spokane Lodge No. 34, F.&.A.M., Rose Croix and El Katif Shrine Temple. He had lived in Spokane for 27 years and was a bus driver for the Northwest Greyhound Bus Lines and had served in the army in World War I. Funeral Tuesday, May 18, at 11 a.m. from the Smith Funeral Home, W1124 Riverside Ave. Rose Croix will officiate at the chapel and Spokane Lodge No. 34 F.&A.M. at the grave. Interment Fairmount Memorial Park Cemetery. -------------- -------------------- Frank Kraushaar married 3rd to Nora Westfall (my father's half sister) October 13 1905 afier his 2nd wife Ida Houseman's death in 1904. Nora Westfall was born 1-8-1887 in West Virginia, and died 4-22-1944 in Jersey County, IL. She was the daughter of Jasper and Mary Jane (Shannon) Westfall. They married 10-13-1905 in Jersey County, IL. Frank and Nora (Westfall) Kraushaar had 3 children-Frank Jr. (Frankie) Kraushaar, Frances Hattie Kraushaar, and Leo Kraushaar. -------------- Frank Kraushaar's 3nd wife Nora (Westfall) Kraushaar's obituary - Mrs. Nora Kraushaar of 2110 Swift, widow of Frank Kraushaar, died at 12:45 a. m., today at the home of a son, Frank Kraushaar, 3725 Berkeley, where she had been taken three months ago when she became ill. She was born Jan. 8, 1887, in West Virginia, and had resided in Alton for the past 20 years. Surviving in addition to the son at whose home she died, are another son, Leo, who is in the United States Navy, stationed in California; a daughter, Mrs. M. F. Traunecker of Alton; four stepchildren, Louis of Spokane, Wash., Henry, Canton; William of Michigan and Mrs. Augusta Baxter, Jerseyville. She also leaves four sisters, Mrs. Michael Haag and Mrs. Lee Hopkins, Alton; Mrs. George Beaver, Eagle City, Okla., and Mrs. Henry Lentz, Hutchinson, Kan., two half sisters, Mrs. Anna Griffin, Fieldon, and Mrs. Laura Coleman, Alton, and four half-brolhers, Lonnie, Eddie, Floyd and Jasper Westfall of Fieldon, and two grandchildren. The body is at Streeper funeral home pending funeral arrangements. -------------------- (1a) Frank and Nora (Westfall) Kraushaar's son Frank Kraushaar Jr. (Frankie) was born 8-1-1906 near Fieldon, Jersey County, IL. He died in 1995 in Macoupin Co., IL. He married Julia A. Jordan 4 Jun 1926 in Alton, IL. She was born 3 Nov 1898 in Macoupin Co., IL, and died 14 Mar 1983 in Alton, IL. She was a daughter of Fritz Jordan and Rega Marth. Frank "Frankie" Kraushaar Jr. and Julia A. (Jordan) Kraushaar had no children. They are both buried in Hettick City cemetery near South Palmyra Township, Macoupin County Illinois. --------------- Frank "Frankie" Kraushaar Jr.'s wife Julia A. (Jordan) Kraushaar's obituary - Julia A. (Jordan) Kraushaar; b. 3 Nov 1898, Macoupin Co., IL; d. 14 Mar 1983, Alton, IL; Bu.: Hettick Cem., Hettick, IL; M. Frank Kraushaar on 4 Jun 1926 in Alton, IL; Fa.: Fritz Jordan; Mo.: Rega Marth; Survived by her husband. -------------------- (2a) Frank and Nora (Westfall) Kraushaar's daughter Frances Hattie Kraushaar was born 3-13-1908 near Fieldon, Jersey County, IL. She died 11-30-1986 in Alton, IL. She was married to Michael Fred Traunecker born 5-8-1894, the son of John and Jacobina (Ferenbach) Traunecker. His parents were born in Germany. He died 5-29-1969 in Alton, IL. Michael and Frances had one son, John Michael Traunecker born 6-12-1924. He died 7-27-1952 in Alton, IL. ------------ Frank & Nora (Westfall) Kraushaar's daughter Frances H. (Kraushaar) Traunecker's obituary - Frances H. Traunecker, 78, of Alton, died at 3:57 am today, October 30, 1986, at St. Joseph's hospital. Mrs Traunecker was employed at Owens-Illinois Glass Company for 9 years, retiring in 1947 as a selector. She was born in Fieldon, the daughter of the late Frank & Nora (Westfall) Kraushaar. On September 10, 1924, in Alton, she married Michael F. Traunecker, who died in 1969. 2 brothers survive, Leo Kraushaar of Godfrey and Frank Kraushaar of Hettick. Visitation is scheduled from 4-9 pm Friday at Elias-Smith Funeral Home in Godfrey. Services will be conducted there at 10:30 am Saturday by Rev. Lance Bently. Burial will be in Upper Alton cemetery. Memorials may be given to the Evangelical United Church of Christ in Godfrey, where she was a member. -------------------- (3a) Frank and Nora (Westfall) Kraushaar's son Leo Kraushaar was born Sept. 10, 1918 near Fieldon, Jersey County, IL. He died Jan. 11, 1990, at Blu-Fountain Manor in Godfrey, Madison County, IL. He married Mary Alene Parker on Jan. 4, 1941 in St. Charles, Mo. She was born Dec. 10, 1922 in East Alton, Madison County, IL. She died August 29, 2017 in Alton, IL. Leo and Mary (Parker) Kraushaar had 4 children-Robert Dale Kraushaar, David Leo Kraushaar, Carol Ann Kraushaar, and Della Kay Kraushaar. ----------- Leo Kraushaar's obituary - Leo Kraushaar, 71, died at 1:10 a.m. today, Jan. 11, 1990, at Blu-Fountain Manor in Godfrey. He was a pipefitter at Laclede Steel Co. of Alton for 30 years, retiring in 1976, and was a member of Alton First Southern Baptist Church. Bom in Fieldon, he was the son of the late Frank and Nora (Westfall) Kraushaar. On Jan. 4, 1941, he married the former Mary Parker in St. Charles, Mo., and she survives. Also surviving are two daughters, Carol Lampkin of St. Louis and Della Cochran of Alton; two sons, Robert Kraushaar of Alton and David Kraushaar of Godfrey; three grandchildren; two greatgrandchildren; and a brother, Frank Kraushaar of Hettick. He was preceded in death by his sister, Francis Traunecker. Visitation is from 4 to 9 p.m. Friday and services at ll a m. Saturday at Gent Funeral Home in Alton. The Rev. H. Todd Taylor will officiate. Burial is in Upper Alton Cemetery. ------------ Leo Kraushaar's wife Mary Alene (Parker) Kraushaar's obituary - Mary Alene Kraushaar, 94, died at 8:29 p.m. Tuesday, August 29, 2017 at Integrity of Alton. Born December 10, 1922 in East Alton, she was the daughter of Clarence P. and Mamie A. (Brown) Parker. She is survived by a daughter, Carol Owens (Tony) of St. Louis, and two sons, Robert Kraushaar (Bev) of Alton, and David Kraushaar (Linda) of Godfrey. Also surviving are three grandchildren, Susan Meletti (Robert) of Godfrey, Bobby Kraushaar (Laurie) of Brighton, and Jennifer Womack (Karen) of Springfield, IL, four great grandchildren, Dylan Meletti, Ashley Kraushaar, Dustin Kraushaar, and Sarah Womack, six great-great grandchildren, and special friends, Sam and Jan Wood and Patty Price. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by an infant as well as a daughter, Della Cochran, a great grandson, Brian Womack, one brother, Henry Parker, and two sisters, Edith Harris and Evelyn Crain. Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. until time of funeral service at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, September 2, 2017 at Gent Funeral Home in Alton. Reverend Sonny Renken will officiate. Burial will be at Upper Alton Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association. ---------- (1aa) Leo and Mary Alene (Parker) Kraushaar's daughter Carol Ann Kraushaar was born 7-22-1943 in Alton, and was unmarried the last information I had. ---------- (2aa) Leo and Mary Alene (Parker) Kraushaar's son Robert Dale Kraushaar was born 8-30-1945 in Alton, IL. He married Beverly Joyce Baum born 7-29-1948, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Louis T. Baum. They had 2 children-Jennifer Rene Kraushaar born 4-25-1968 and Robert Lee Kraushaar born 7-8-1970. --------- (1aaa) Robert Dale Kraushaar and Beverly Joyce (Baum) Kraushaar's son Robert Lee Kraushaar's obituary - Robert "Cross" Kraushaar, 49, of Brighton, Illinois, died Sunday, April 12, 2020 at his home after a 3-year battle with lung cancer. He was a Sanders Sanitation employee for the past 34 years and was loved and treasured by all of his customers. Robert is survived by his wife, Laurie (Barton) of 32 years; along with their children, Dustin and Ashley Kraushaar both of Brighton; and numerous other family members. He was loved and will be missed. Per Roberts wishes, cremation rights will follow and a celebration of life will be held at a later date with burial at Valhalla Memorial Park in Godfrey, Illinois. His wishes are to have memorials made to his daughter who is pursuing veterinary school, something he had hoped to see her accomplish. Gent Funeral Home in Alton, Illinois, is in charge of arrangements. Online guestbook and information may be found at www.gentfuneralhome.com. ----------------- Robert Dale Kraushaar and Beverly Joyce (Baum) Kraushaar's son Robert Lee Kraushaar's wife Laurie (Barton) Kraushaar's father William Ray Barton's obituary - William Ray Barton, 65, died at 12:37 p.m. Monday, April 11, 2011 at St. Louis University Hospital. Born August 4, 1945 in Alton, he was the son of Norman D. and Edna L. (Summers) Barton. He was a retired auto mechanic and enjoyed camping, fishing, and dog training. He was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Alton and was devoted to his family. On October 16, 1992 in Las Vegas, he married the former Janice E. Lambert. She survives. Also surviving are two sons and a daughter, William R. Barton Jr. of Alton, Laurie Kraushaar and her husband Robert of Brighton, and Shane Barton of Alton, three grandchildren, Dustin Kraushaar, Ashley Kraushaar, and Kylie Barton, and his uncle, Raymond Barton of Godfrey. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Leann Barton, and his brother Norman Barton who was killed in action in Vietnam. A memorial service will be at 5:00 p.m. Thursday at Calvary Baptist Church in Alton. Reverend Andre’ Dobson will officiate. Memorials may be made to the 5A’s Animal Shelter. Gent Funeral Home in Alton is in charge of arrangements. --------------- (2aaa) Robert Dale Kraushaar and Beverly Joyce (Baum) Kraushaar's daughter Jennifer Kraushaar married David Womack Jr. and they had these children-Brian M. Womack, Sarah Womack, Reis Gaffney and Elijah Womack. ---------- (1aaaa) Robert Dale Kraushaar and Beverly Joyce (Baum) Kraushaar's grandson and their daughter and son-in-law David and Jennifer (Kraushaar) Womack Jr's son Brian M. Womack's obituary - Brian M. Womack, 22, died at 7:06 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2008, in the emergency room at Jersey Community Hospital. He was born Dec. 10, 1985, in Hopewell, Va. His parents are David Womack Jr. and his wife, Jennifer, of Grafton and his mother, Jennifer Womack, of Springfield, Ill. He married the former Heather Bell on April 20, 2007, in Jerseyville. She survives. He was a laborer in brick laying. In addition to his wife and parents, he is survived by a son, Hayden M. Womack of Grafton; his paternal grandparents, David and Kara Womack Sr. of Grafton; maternal grandparents, Robert and Beverly Kraushaar of Godfrey; paternal great-grandparents, Richard and Geraldine Waggoner of Texas; his maternal great-grandmother, Mary Kraushaar of Alton; a sister, Sarah Womack of Springfield; two brothers, Reis Gaffney and Elijah Womack, both of Grafton; and a nephew and niece, J.J. and Nevaeh. He was preceded in death by his paternal great-grandparents, Thomas and Muriel Womack; his maternal great-grandfather, Leo Kraushaar; and his paternal great-grandfather, Crystal Duff. Visitation will be from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 26, at Alexander and Gubser Funeral Home in Jerseyville and from 9 a.m. until services at 10 a.m. Monday, Oct. 27, at First Baptist Church in Grafton. The Rev. William Hendricks will officiate. Burial will be at Scenic Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family. Alexander and Gubser Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ------------ (3aa) Leo and Mary Alene (Parker) Kraushaar's daughter Della Kay Kraushaar was born 6-1-1947. She married Donald Lee Cochran born 8-21-1944. hey had a daughter Susie Alene Cochran born 8-17-1967. ------------ (4aa) Leo and Mary Alene (Parker) Kraushaar's son David Leo Kraushaar born 1-21-1952 married Cristy Lane Grey born 11-9-1954. ----------------- Frank Kraushaar and his wife Nora are both buried in the Fieldon Cemetery. (2) Frank and Julia (Albert) Kraushaar's son John Kraushaar was born 1-15-1862 and died 3-22-1930. He was born near Fieldon, English Township, Jersey County, IL. He died in Jerseyville, Jersey County, IL. He never married and lived in Jerseville, IL. He is buried in St. Mary's Cemetery near Fieldon, IL. (3) Frank and Julia (Albert) Kraushaar's son Joseph Kraushaar was born abt. 1866 near Fieldon, English Township, Jersey County, IL, and he died in Feb. 1928 near Fieldon, Richwood Township, Jersey County, IL. He farmed in the Fieldon area and was married 6-22-1888 to Jane Christina (Tina) Martin. She was born abt. 1866, and died in 1928 near Fieldon, Richwood Township, Jersey County, IL. -------------------- Frank and Julia (Albert) Kraushaar's son Joseph Kraushaar's obituary - Joseph Kraushaar, died 02-00-1928 (died in Feb. 1928, exact date unknown) Jersey County News, 16 February 1928: Joseph Kraushaar, 60 years old, died on Wednesday. The funeral was at Cumberland Presbyterian church in Fieldon with Rev. Reuben Russell; burial in Fieldon cemetery. Twelve children survive: Charles E., Chris and Otto of East Hardin, Clarence, Fred, Herbert, Mrs. Katie Goshorn, Mrs. Julia Cross, Mrs. Josie Maltimore, Miss Inez, Anna Mayfield of Dow, Lizzie Tucker of Fieldon. -------------------- Joseph and Christina (Martin) Kraushaar had 12 children-Otto Kraushaar, Fred Kraushaar, Chris Kraushaar, Clarence Kraushaar, Herbert Kraushaar, Charles Kraushaar, Elizabeth Kraushaar, Inas Kraushaar, Kate Kraushaar, Julia Kraushaar, Josephine Kraushaar, and Anna Kraushaar. ----------------- (1a) Joseph and Christina (Martin) Kraushaar's son Otto Henry Kraushaar was born 11-19-1905 in Richwood Township, Jersey County, IL, the son of Joseph and Christina (Martin) Kraushaar. He died 7-27-1996. He married Adaline McCartney 5-13-1924 in Jersey County, IL, the daughter of Hiram and Nettie (Kress) McCartney. She died 5-26-1985. --------------------- Joseph and Christina (Martin) Kraushaar's son Otto Henry Kraushaar's obituary - Otto Henry Kraushaar, 90, of Michael, died Saturday, July 27, 1996 at the home of his son with whom he lived. He was a lifetime farmer, retiring in 1970. He was a member of the Holy Ghost Catholic Church in Jerseyville. Born November 19, 1905 in Richwood Township in Jersey County, he was the son of the late Joseph and Christina (Martin) Kraushaar. He married Adaline McCartney May 13, 1924 in Jersey County and she died May 26, 1985. Surviving are three daughters, Mable Dunham of Alton, Virginia Jones of Michael and Judy Byrd of Wood River; one son and daughter-in-law Richard and Rita Kraushaar of Michael; 12 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two daughter, Irma Rose Kraushaar and Mary Lee Barbary; five brothers, Chris, Charles, Fred, Herb and Clarence Kraushaar; six sisters, Elizabeth Tucker, Inas Gallup, Kate Goshorn, Julie Cross, Anna Mayfield and Josephine Maltimore, and one grandson, Roger Dunham. Visitation was held Sunday at Jacby Funeral Home in Jerseyville. The funeral was conducted Monday, July 29, 1996 at Jacoby Funeral Home in Jerseyville with Rev. William Hembrow officiating. Burial was in St. Francis Xavier Cemetery in Jerseyville. Memorials may be made to the Calhoun County Meals Plus or Calhoun County Health Department. --------------------- Otto Kraushaar's wife Adeline Leona (McCartney) Kraushaar's obituary - Mrs. Adeline Leona Kraushaar, died 05-26-1985, The funeral of Adaline Leona Kraushaar, 78, of Hamburg was held Wednesday morning at Jacoby Brothers Funeral Home with Father William Hembrow officiating. Burial was in Fieldon cemetery. She died on 26 May at St. Anthony's hospital in Alton. born on 23 August 1906 in Calhoun county, she was a daughter of the late Hiram and Nettie Kress McCartney. She was a member of St. Michael's and Holy Ghost and the Jerseyville Eagles Auxiliary. She married Otto H. Kraushaar on 13 May 1924. Her survivors are a son, Richard Kraushaar of Michael; daughters, Mabel Dunham of Alton, Mary Lee Barbary of Jerseyville, Pat Jones of Michael and Judy Isringhausen of Godfrey; one brother, Tony McCartney of Wood River; 14 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Irma Kraushaar, one brother, two sisters, and a granddaughter. The Calhoun ambulance service has been named as a memorial. -------------------- Otto and Adaline (McCartney) Kraushaar had 6 children-Mable Kraushaar, Virginia Kraushaar, Judy Kraushaar, Richard Kraushaar, Irma Rose Kraushaar, and Mary Lee Kraushaar. -------------- (1aa) Otto and Adaline (McCartney) Kraushaar's daughter Mable Kraushaar (deceased), died 8-4-1999, married Robert W. Dunham born 2-2-1919 In Greene County, IL, died 7-14-2004 in St. Charles, MO, the son of Joseph Otto and Mary (Freand) Dunham. They lived in Alton, IL. They had 11 children-Robert Dunham of Pontoon Beach, IL, Ronald Dunham of Alton, IL, Hank Dunham of Bethalto, IL, Tim Dunham of Godfrey, IL, Pat Dunham of Thibodaux, LA, Carol Dunham who married a Stout of St. Genevieve, MO, Pamela Dunham who married Gene Harrison of Alton, IL, Trebe Dunham who married Denny Bradfisch of Hardin, IL, Lisa Dunham who married Kevin Cheatham of O'Fallon, MO, Erma Rose Dunham who died 9-26-1970 in infancy, and Roger Dunham (deceased), died 1-20-1988 at age 42, married Judy Chipman 10-12-1968, and they had 2 children-A. C. Dunham and Tiffany Dunham. ----------------- (2aa) Otto and Adaline (McCartney) Kraushaar's daughter Virginia "Pat or PJ" Kraushaar was born March 28, 1934 in Jersey County, Illinois. She died July 29, 2017 at Alton Memorial Hospital in Alton, Madison County, Illinois. She married Kenny Jones Sr., in 1954 in Riverside California, and they had 2 children-Gina Jones who married 1st Eddie Don McKinnon and later married Joe Webster; and Kenny Russel Jones who married Tina Roth of Jerseyville, IL. -------------- Otto and Adaline (McCartney) Kraushaar's daughter Virginia "Pat" (Kraushaar) Jones's obituary - Virginia “Pat” Jones 83, of Jerseyville, passed away Saturday July 29, 2017 at Alton Memorial Hospital in Alton. She was born March 28, 1934 in Jersey County, the daughter of Otto and Adaline (McCartney) Kraushaar. She Married Kenny Jones in 1954 in Riverside California. Pat worked for Roach’s Shoe Store in Jerseyville for many years before opening a grocery store in Michael Illinois. In her spare time, Pat enjoyed taking care of her flowers and working in her yard. She especially enjoyed decorating for the holidays. Pat is survived by her husband Kenneth Jones, her son Kenny Jones and wife Tina of Jerseyville. Sister Judy Byrd of Jerseyville. She is also survived by her seven grandchildren: Stephanie Mckinnon of New Berlin; Eddie McKInnon (Jayme) of Jerseyville; Amanda Weber (Eric) of Carrollton; Michelle Wyatt (Scott) of Hamburg; Adam Webster of Hamburg and Kaitlyn and Amelia Jones of Jerseyville. Proceeding her in death are her parents, daughter Gena McKInnon-Webster, Grandson Timothy McKInnon; two sisters: Marylee Barbery and Mable Duhnam and one brother Richard Kraushaar. Per her request, cremation took place and no services will be held. Alexander & Gubser Funeral Home in Charge of Arrangements. --------------- Virginia "Pat" (Kraushaar) Jones's husband Kenneth Andrew Jones's obituary - Kenneth Andrew Jones, 88, passed away on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2020 in Jerseyville, Illinois. He was born on July 17, 1932 to James & Irene (Matthews) Jones in Jerseyville. Kenneth was married to the former Virginia "Pat" Kraushaar for 63 years and she later passed in 2017. He was a graduate of Jerseyville High School in 1950. He was a US Navy veteran, a mold maker at Owens until they closed in 1992, and a member of the Kampsville Legion #1083. Kenneth loved fishing, hunting, and just being outdoors. He is survived by his son, Kenneth (Tina) Jones of Jerseyville; his grandchildren, Stephanie McKinnon, Eddie (Jaimee) McKinnon, Amanda (Eric) Weber, Michelle (Scott) Wyatt, Adam Webster, Kaitlyn Jones, and Amelia Jones; his great-grandchildren, Brandon, Macie, and Kam Rogers, Livia and Clayton McKinnon, Wayne and Jace Weber, Addie Wyatt, Gus and Bryar Webster; and his sisters-in-law, Judy Byrd and Rita Kraushaar. Kenneth is preceded in death by his parents and wife; daughter, Gena McKinnon, and grandson: Tim McKinnon. Burial will take place on Friday, Oct. 16, at 9:30 a.m. at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. ----------- (1aaa) Kenneth and Virginia (Kraushaar) Jones's daughter Gena Gayle (Jones) McKinnon's obituary - Gena Gayle McKinnon, 59, died at 12:55 p.m. Monday, April 7, 2014, in Hamburg. She was born Nov. 8, 1954, in California, daughter of Kenneth and Virginia (Kraushaar) Jones of Michael, Ill. She was a homemaker. Survivors are two sons, Eddie McKinnon of Jerseyville and Adam Webster of Hardin; three daughters, Stephanie McKinnon of New Berlin, Ill., Amanda Weber of Carrollton and Michelle Wyatt of Hamburg; six grandchildren; a brother, Kenny Jones of Jerseyville. She is also survived by a close friend, Gary Booth. She was preceded in death by a son, Tim McKinnon, and grandparents. As per her request the body was cremated. A memorial visitation will be held from 5-8 p.m. Monday, April 14, 2014, at the Hanks-Gress Funerl Home in Hardin. Rev. Paul D. Frazier is officiating. Memorials may be to a charity of one's choice. ----------------- (3aa) Otto and Adaline (McCartney) Kraushaar's daughter Judy Kraushaar was 1st married to Dave Isringhausen, and later married John Byrd who was from Louisiana and they had no children. ----------------- (4aa) Otto and Adaline (McCartney) Kraushaar's son Richard Kraushaar was born in 1-19-1940 in Fieldon, IL, and died 5-13-1998 at Jersey Community Hospital in Jerseyville, IL. He married Rita Sievers 9-5-1959 in Meppen, IL, the daughter of Joseph and Clara (Norris) Sievers, and they lived in Michael, IL. Richard and Rita (Sievers) Kraushaar had a daughter Nancy J. Kraushaar who married Brian Seiferman. ------------------- Otto and Adeline (McCartney) Kraushaar's son Richard F. Kraushaar's obituary - Richard F. Kraushaar, 58, of Michael, died Wednesday, May 13, 1998 at Jersey Community Hospital in Jerseyville after a lengthy battle with cancer and diabetes. He graduated from Jersey Community High School in 1958 and was a self-employed farmer for 30 years in Jersey, Greene, and Calhoun counties. Then he worked at Capri Sun Kraft Food in Granite City until his retirement in 1997. He was a member of the St. Michael Catholic Church in Michael and Calhoun Farm Bureau in Hardin. He never met a stranger and enjoyed hunting, working, and especially farming, as well as reminiscing with acquaintances. Born January 19, 1940 in Fieldon, he was the son of the late Otto and Addie McCartney Kraushaar. He married Rita M. Sievers September 5, 1959 in Meppen and she survives. Also surviving are one daughter, Nancy Kraushaar of Michael; three sisters, Pat Jones of Michael, Judy Byrd of Madison County, and Mabel Dunham of Alton; uncle and aunt Tony and Rose McCartney of Wood River; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Joe an Clara Sievers of Hardin; many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Mary Lee Barbary and Irma Kraushaar. Visitation was held Friday at Hanks-Gubser Funeral Home in Hardin. The Funeral was conducted Saturday, May 16, 1999 at St. Norbert's Catholic Church in Hardin with Rev. Sylvano Pera, O.F.M. officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Order of Franciscan Monks or the American Cancer Society. ---------------- Richard Kraushaar's wife Rita (Sievers) Kraushaar's mother Clara Elizabeth (Norris) Sievers's obituary - Clara Elizabeth Sievers, 95, passed away Thursday, Feb. 7, 2008, at Calhoun Care Center in Hardin. She was born Oct. 25, 1912, in Brussels, the daughter of Newton and Catherine Fuhler Norris. She married Joseph Sievers Sr. on May 8, 1934, at St. Mary's Church in Alton. He died Feb. 12, 2006. Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Joe Jr. and Violet (Klocke) Sievers of Hardin; four daughters and their spouses, Rosemary and Leroy Wieneke of Brussels, Rita Kraushaar of Michael, Shirley and James Eilerman of Hardin, and Judith and Kenny Bick of Batchtown; 15 grandchildren, Robert Wieneke, Terry Wieneke, Karen Sievers Godar, Sheryl Sievers Paquin, Peggy Sievers Eberlin, Nancy Kraushaar Seiferman, Sue Eilerman Nelson, Tim Eilerman, Vicky Eilerman Long, Cindy Eilerman Baalman, Ann Eilerman Gilman, Beth Eilerman Baalman, Jan Eilerman, Jennifer Bick Nolte, and Derrick Bick; 22 great-grandchildren, Kyle and Amy Godar, Brad Eberlin, Sean, Emily, Andy and Cory Nelson, Michael, Matthew, and Mindi Eilerman, Dan, Ryan and Luke Long, Maddie, Grace and Brady Baalman, Ellie and Blake Nolte, Cole and Kaela Bick, and Sam and Audrey Gilman. She was preceded in death by her parents; one daughter, Eleanor; a grandson, Randy Sievers; three brothers, Joe Norris and Carl Norris, formerly of Indiana and Bill Norris, formerly of Alton; three sisters, Anna Wolff, Marie Laugaman and Emma Delhanty, formerly of Alton; two halfbrothers, Garrett and Henry Hindricks, formerly of Brussels; and a son-in-law, Richard Kraushaar. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Meppen. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m., with a prayer service at 6:30 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 10, at Hanks-Gress Funeral Home in Hardin. Father Bill Kessler will officiate at services at 9:30 a.m. Monday, Feb. 11, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Meppen. Burial will be at St. Joseph's Cemetery. Donations may be made to St. Joseph's Cemetery or a charity of one's choice. ---------------- Richard Kraushaar's wife Rita (Sievers) Kraushaar's sister Rosemary A. (Sievers) Wieneke obituary - Rosemary A. Wieneke, 72, died Tuesday, May 13, 2008, at Christian Hospital N.E. in St. Louis. She was born Nov. 6, 1935, in Carrollton, the daughter of Joseph and Clara (Norris) Sievers Sr. She married Leroy C. Wieneke Aug. 20, 1960, in Meppen and he survives. She was a homemaker and a member of Saint Mary's Catholic Church and Altar Society in Brussels. Surviving, in addition to her husband, are two sons and daughters-in-law, Bobby and Cindy Wieneke of Brussels and Terry and Elaine Wieneke of Golden Eagle; a brother, Joe Sievers Jr. of Hardin; and three sisters, Rita Kraushaar of Michael, Shirley Eilerman and Judy Bick, both of Batchtown. Her parents preceded her in death. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, May 16, at Hanks-Gress Funeral Home in Brussels, with a prayer service at 5:30 p.m. A 10 a.m. Mass will be Saturday, May 17, at Saint Mary's Catholic Church in Brussels with Fr. Bill Kessler officiating. Burial will be at Saint Mary's Cemetery in Brussels. Memorials may be made to the South Calhoun Ambulance Service in Brussels. ---------------- (Note: Richard Kraushaar's wife Rita (Sievers) Kraushaar's grandfather John Bernard "Barney" Sievers, Sr was born Nov. 18, 1866 in Meppen, Calhoun County, IL, and died Oct. 17, 1960 in Alton, Madison County, IL. He was a son of Johann "Bernhard" Sievers and Maria Anna Westermann, "Barney" married Catherine Pluester on 27 Apr 1897 in Calhoun County, Illinois. They were the parents of 15 children. Barney was the owner of the Sievers Rock Quarry in East Hardin, Illinois. He owned several farms in the Calhoun County area, and he and his sons did custom threshing in the days when steam threshers and separators were still in use. The Sievers were members of St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Meppen, Illinois. Barney died at St. Joseph's Hospital. He would have turned 94 a month and a day after his death. He enjoyed good health for many years until 3 weeks before his death. He was hospitalized at that time for a bladder condition. Barney was survived by his wife, Catherine; 12 sons; 2 daughters; 46 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 1 child. Visitation was held at the Imming Funeral Home in Brussels on 18 Oct 1960. A rosary was recited there at 8 p.m. Funeral services were conducted at 9 a.m. the following morning at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Meppen, Illinois. Barney's wife, Catherine, passed away in 1961 and was buried next to him. Children: 12 sons, 2 daughters, 1 infant. Father of: John Bernard Sievers, Jr., Mary Katherine Sievers Kronable, Stanley Bernard Sievers, Ferdinand W. Sievers, Leonard Sievers, Henry Bernard Sievers, Carl Sievers, Albert H. Sievers, Joseph Benedictus Sievers, Lawrence Anthony Sievers, (Living) Sievers Dahmus Tepen, Bernard Ed Sievers, Elmer Theodore Sievers, and Edmond Sievers. Barney's siblings: John William Sievers, Anton Sievers, and Mary Elizabeth Sievers Baalman. Barney's Parents: Johann "Bernard" Sievers (1819 - 1879) and Maria Anna Westermann Sievers (1831 - 1883). Barney's Spouse: Catherine Pluester Sievers (1875 - 1961). Barney's Children: John Bernard Sievers (1898 - 1975), Mary Katherine Sievers Kronable (1899 - 1982), Stanley Bernard Sievers (1900 - 1988), Ferdinand W. Sievers (1901 - 1995), Henry Bernard Sievers (1904 - 1996), Carl Sievers (1906 - 1978), Albert H. Sievers (1907 - 1990), Joseph Benedictus Sievers (1909 - 2006), Lawrence Anthony Sievers (1910 - 1965), Bernard Ed Sievers (1914 - 2000), Elmer Theodore Sievers (1916 - 1975), and Edmond Sievers (1920 - 1989). Barney's Burial: Saint Josephs Cemetery, Meppen, Calhoun County, IL. Richard Kraushaar's wife Rita (Sievers) Kraushaar's great grandfather Johann "Bernard" Sievers was born May 4, 1819, Germany, and died May 7, 1879 in Calhoun County, IL. He was the son of Johann Theodorus Sievers (1799-1829) and Lucia Adelheid Schrand (1786-1828), "Bernard" was born in Sögel, Emsland, Niedersachsen, Germany. Bernard reportedly purchased 80 acres of land in Calhoun County, Illinois on 06 Dec 1852 for $1.25 an acre. He married Maria Anna Westermann on 22 Nov 1853 in St. Louis, Missouri. He was a farmer, and they were the parents of 4 children. At the time of his death, Bernard was only 33-years-old. He was survived by his wife, Maria Anna, who passed away in 1883. Children: 3 sons, 1 daughter. Father of: John William Sievers, John Bernard "Barney" Sievers, Sr., Anton Sievers, and Mary Elizabeth Sievers Baalman. Johann Bernard's sibling: Gerhard Wilhelm Sievers. Johann's Spouse: Maria Anna Westermann Sievers (1831 - 1883). Johann's Children: John Bernard Sievers (1866 - 1960), and Mary Elizabeth Sievers Baalman (1873 - 1949). Unable to locate any marker for Bernard's grave. Johann's Burial: Saint Josephs Cemetery, Meppen, Calhoun County, IL. Johann's wife Maria Anna (Westermann) Sievers was born Nov. 21, 1831, Germany, and died Oct. 21, 1883 in Meppen, Calhoun County, IL. She was the oldest child of Johann Wilhelm Westermann and Adelheid Bruemmer (Brinker), Maria Anna was born in Sögel, Emsland, Niedersachsen, Germany. She came to the United States on board the ship Lessing. Maria Anna married Johann "Bernard" Sievers on 22 Nov 1853 in St. Louis, Missouri. A farmer, he reportedly had purchased 80 acres of land in Calhoun County, Illinois on 06 Dec 1852 for $1.25 an acre. They were the parents of 4 children. After her husband passed away in 1879, Maria and her 4 children moved in with her brother, Anton Westermann. Maria Anna died exactly 1 month before her 52nd birthday. Maria Anna's siblings: Gesina Westermann Kiel Heffler, Anton Westermann, and Catherina Westermann Klaas. HerBurial: Saint Josephs Cemetery, Meppen, Calhoun County, IL. Maria Anna's parents' names were on her marriage record at St Vincent de Paul and on her death record in Meppen, IL. Her mother's surname was BRUEMER on the marriage record and BRINKER on the death record. Her place of birth was not known although it appeared she was from the Huemmling. She was not found in Werlte records but a corresponding birth/baptism record was found for Maria Anna in the next parish checked - Soegel (mother's surname was BRUEMMER on that record.) ------------ (1aaa) Richard Kraushaar and Rita (Sievers) Kraushaar's daughter Nancy J. Kraushaar married Brian Seiferman and they have 2 children-Ana Seiferman and Axl Seiferman. ------------ Nancy J. Kraushaar's husband Brian Seiferman's father Herman Anton Seiferman was born 15 Dec 1940 in Golden Eagle, Calhoun County, Illinois, and died 20 Nov 2000 (aged 59) in Alton, Madison County, Illinois. Burial: Saint Joseph's Cemetery, Meppen, Calhoun County, Illinois. The son of Carl Edward "Ed" Seiferman and Leone Ann Rose, Herman married Darlene A. Kronable on 24 Nov 1966 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Meppen, Calhoun County, Illinois. They were the parents of 3 children. Herman was a mill worker for ConAgra in Alton, Madison County, Illnois. He was a member of St. Norbert's Catholic Church in Hardin, Illinois. Herman died in the emergency room of St. Anthony's Hospital in Alton. At the time of his death, he was 59 years, 11 months and 5 days old. He was survived by his wife; his mother, Leone Seiferman; 2 daughters and 2 sons-in-law; 1 son, still at home; 2 grandchildren; 1 sister, (Living) Krempp of California; 1 brother-in-law; and his mother-in-law. In addition to his father, Herman was preceeded in death by 1 brother, Ed; and a son-in-law, Michael James Robeen. Visitation was held from 5 to 8 p.m. on 24 Nov 2000 at Hanks-Gubser Funeral Home in Hardin, Illinois. A prayer service took place there at 5:30 p.m. Funeral services were conducted at 10 a.m. the following morning at St. Norbert's Catholic Church in Hardin. The family requested that memorials, if desired, be made to St. Norbert's Catholic School in Hardin, St. Mary's Catholic School in Brussels, or to the charity of one's choice. Children: 2 daughters, 1 son. ------------- Nancy J. Kraushaar's husband Brian Seiferman's grandfather Carl Edward "Ed" Seiferman was born 23 May 1902 in Calhoun County, Illinois, and died 1 May 1976 (aged 73) in Golden Eagle, Calhoun County, Illinois. Burial: Saint Marys Catholic Cemetery, Brussels, Calhoun County, Illinois. The youngest child of Charles Seiferman and Elizabeth "Lizzie" Poppe, "Ed" married Leone Ann Rose on 22 Nov 1933 in Alton, Madison County, Illinois. They were the parents of 3 children. Ed died at his home 22 days before his 74th birthday. He was survived by his wife, Leone; 2 sons, Edmund Seiferman of St. Louis, Missouri, and Herman Seiferman of Hardin, Illinois; 1 daughter, (Living) Krempp of California; 4 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted at Hanks Funeral Home in Hardin, Illinois. The family requested that memorials, if desired, be made to the Calhoun Ambulance Fund. Ed's wife, Leone, passed away in 2004 and was buried next to him. -------------- Nancy J. Kraushaar's husband Brian Seiferman's great grandfather Charles Seiferman was born 20 Jan 1854 in Brussels, Calhoun County, Illinois, and died 2 Apr 1939 (aged 85) in Calhoun County, Illinois. Burial: Saint Marys Catholic Cemetery, Brussels, Calhoun County, Illinois. The son of Nicholas Seiferman and Antonia Arnold, Charles married Elizabeth "Lizzie" Poppe on 10 Jun 1884 in Calhoun County, Illinois. They were the parents of six children, but four of them died in infancy. Charles was a farmer, and Lizzie was a homemaker. At the time of his death, Charles was 85 years, 2 months and 14 days old. He was survived by his wife, Lizzie; 1 daughter, Emma; and 1 son, Ed. He was preceded in death by his mother and father; and 4 children who died in very early childhood. Funeral services were conducted on 05 Apr 1939. His wife, Lizzie, passed away in 1952 and was buried next to him. Children: 2 daughters, 3 sons, 1 unknown. ------------- Nancy J. Kraushaar's husband Brian Seiferman's great great grandfather Nicholas Seiferman was born 4 May 1821 in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, and died 10 Aug 1903 (aged 82) in Brussels, Calhoun County, Illinois. Burial: Saint Marys Catholic Cemetery, Brussels, Calhoun County, Illinois. Nicholas came to the United States in 1852. Early in his career he worked as a stonemason, but later became a farmer. After spending a year in St. Louis, Missouri, Nicholas moved to Calhoun County, Illinois. He married Antonia Arnold (1824-1881) about 1855. They were the parents of at least 10 children. At the time of his death, Nicholas was 82 years, 3 months and 6 days old. He was preceded in death by his wife, Antonia, who passed away in 1881. Children: 3 sons, 5 daughters, 2 unknown-Charles Seiferman (1854-1939); Louisa Seiferman Gangler (1855-1891); Ida M. Seiferman Pohlmann (1860-1944); Rosa M. Seiferman Jones (1864-1885; Joseph Seiferman (1866-1949); and Franz Seiferman (1869-1951). Gravesite Details Unable to locate any marker for Nicholas' grave. ----------------- (5aa) Otto and Adaline (McCartney) Kraushaar's daughter Irma Rose Kraushaar was born in 1925, and died in 1933 as a child at 8 years of age. ----------------- (6aa) Otto and Adaline (McCartney) Kraushaar's daughter Mary Lee (Kraushaar) Barbary's obituary - Mary L. (Kraushaar) Barbary; b: 16 Jan 1932, Fieldon, IL; d: 22 Aug 1993, Alton, IL; bu: St. Francis Cemetery, Jerseyville, IL; m: Dwight Barbary on 1 Apr 1975 in Carlinville, IL; fa: Otto H. Kraushaar; mo: Adaline McCartney; Resident of Kane, IL Survived by her husband; her father of Kane; one step-son: Christopher Barbary of Monrovia, CA; one step-daughter: Theresa Means of Las Vegas, NV; three step-grandchildren; one brother: Richard Kraushaar of Michael; and three sisters: Mabel Dunham of Alton, Pat Jones of Michael and Judy Byrd of Godfrey. Preceded by her mother and one sister: Irma Kraushaar. ----------------- Otto Kraushaar is buried in St. Francis Xavier Cemetery in Jerseyville, IL, and his wife Adaline is buried in the Fieldon Cemetery. -------------- (2a) Joseph and Christina (Martin) Kraushaar's son Fred J. Kraushaar lived on a farm in the Summerville and Medora, IL area. He died in 1969. He married Mary Anna Wayman, daughter of James and Stella (Eyer) Wayman. She was born 10-12-1910 in Morgan County, IL and died 1-20-1971 in Boyd Memorial Hospital in Carrollton, IL. She is buried in Summerville Cemetery near Medora, IL. Her husband Fred J. Kraushaar preceded her in death. Fred and Mary Anna (Wayman) Kraushaar had 2 adopted sons Donnie Kraushaar and Ronnie Kraushaar. ----------------- Fred Kraushaar's wife Mary Anna (Wayman) Kraushaar's obituary - Mrs. Mary Anna Kraushaar Died 1-20-1971, Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Anna Kraushaar, 60, of Medora will be held Saturday afternoon at 1:3 0 o'clock at Jacoby Brothers Funeral Home where friends may call after 7 p.m. tonight (Thursday). Her death occurred early Wednesday morning at Boyd Memorial hospital. Interment will be in Summerville cemetery. Born on 12 June 1910 in Morgan County, she was the daughter of James Leonard and Stella L. (Eyer) Wayman. Her husband, Fred J. Kraushaar, preceded her in death. She is survived by two sons, Donnie and Ronnie Kraushaar, both of Medora; two grandchildren ; five sisters, Mrs. Margaret Kuelbs of Dow, Mrs. Eva White of Alton, Mrs. May Ferguson, Mrs. Mildred Green, Mrs. Katie Beiermann . . . rest of obituary missing. Note: Fred and Mary Anna (Wayman) Kraushaar's sons Donnie Kraushaar and Ronnie Kraushaar now live in the Godfrey and Alton, IL area. ------------ (1aa) Fred J. and Mary Anna (Wayman) Kraushaar's son Ronnie Kraushaar's obituary - Ronnie Kraushaar, 66, passed away at 5:15 a.m. Wednesday, February 25, 2015 at Alton Memorial Hospital. Born June 5, 1948, he was a son of Fred and Mary Ann (Wayman) Kraushaar. A U.S. Army veteran, Ronnie was a collector of various items and loved to travel. He worked at Olin Corp. for 42 years as a table packer. Survivors include a daughter, Opal Kraushaar-Day of Oklahoma; a son, Ronald “Deke” Kraushaar of Utah; grandchildren Charles and Kevin Day, both of Oklahoma, Shane Kraushaar of Collinsville, and Dekota Kraushaar of Utah; his twin brother, Donnie (Barbara) Kraushaar of East Alton; and half-siblings, Jeannie, Carol, Karen, Duke, and Lenny. He was preceded in death by his parents and a half-brother Paul. Memorial visitation will be 4-6 p.m. Monday, March 2 at Paynic Home for Funerals. ------------ Fred Kraushaar's wife Mary Anna (Wayman) Kraushaar's mother Stella Lieuettie (Eyer) Wayman's obituary - JERSEYVILLE, Sept. 28, 1964 - Mrs. Stella Lieuettie Wayman, wife of James Wayman, Rte. 2, Jerseyville, died at 8:55 a.m. today in Jersey Community Hospital. The former Stella Eyer, she was born March 5, 1888, at Palmyra. Her parents were the late Mr. and Mrs. Englehardt Eyer. Survivors beside her husband are two sons, James, Ft. Pierce, Fla., and Marion, Jerseyville; six daughters, Mrs. Fred Kraushaar, Medora; Mrs. Fred Kuelbs, and Mrs. Harry Bell, Dow; Mrs. Eva White and Mrs. Walter Green, Jerseyville, and Mrs. Murry Ferguson, Joliet; 12 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. The body is at Jacoby Funeral Home pending funeral arrangements.Fred Kraushaar's wife Mary Anna (Wayman) Kraushaar's sister Mildred Virginia (Wayman) "Dink" Green Story's obituary - GREEN VALLEY, ARIZ.- Mildred Virginia (Wayman) "Dink" Story, 90, died peacefully at 5:55 a.m., Wednesday, December 24, 2014, at her home Glendale, Arizona. She was born in Kane on Feb. 23, 1924, and was the daughter of the late James Leonard and Stella L. (Eyer) Wayman. She grew up in the Jerseyville area, and worked at the White Spot for many years before relocating out of the area. Surviving are three daughters and son-in-law, Carol and Alex Madrid of Phoenix, Ariz., Berdenea and Scott Bounnell of Glendale, Ariz., and Marjorie Hughes of Kane; eight grandchildren, Joey Dilks of Jerseyville, Vickie Patterson of Manchester, Sara Gettings of Winchester, Angela Staney of Prescott, Ariz., Carrie Hicks of Phoenix, Ariz., Greg Myers of Phoenix, Ariz., Katie Wise of Laveen, Ariz., and Chad Myers of Laveen, Ariz.; 17 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; cousins, Gene and Jewel Wayman of California and Dwight and Wanda Wayman of Medora; nieces and nephews Charles and Judy White of Jerseyville, Jackie White of Jerseyville, Barbara White of Kane, Glenna White of Alton, Donald Ferguson of Jerseyville, Ronnie Kraushaar of Alton, and Donnie Kraushaar of Alton. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husbands, Walter Green and Kelmer Story; a son-in-law, Evans "Ebb" Hughes; a grandson, John Nolan Jr.; a great-grandson, James Hicks; three brothers, James A., Marion C. "Pete" and Lee Wayman; and five sisters, Margaret Kuelbs, Anna Kraushaar, Eva White, Ethel Mae Ferguson, Tessie "Kate" Beiermann. Visitation will be from 11 a.m., Monday, Jan. 5, until time of funeral services at 1 p.m. at the Crawford Funeral Home in Jerseyville. Burial will be in the Medora Cemetery. -------------- (3a) Joseph and Christina (Martin) Kraushaar's son Chris Kraushaar was born in 1903 in Richwood Township, Jersey County, IL, and died 6-17-1984 at Alton Memorial Hospital in Alton, IL. He lived in Brighton, IL, and is buried in the Brighton Cemetery. ------------------- Joseph and Christina (Martin) Kraushaar's son Chris C. Kraushaar's obituary - Chris C. Kraushaar, died 6-17-1984, Chris C. Kraushaar, 81, of Brighton, died at 6:57 p.m., 17 June at Alton Memorial hospital. Born in Jersey County, a son of the late Joseph and Christina (Martin) Kraushaar, he was employed as a heavy machines operator for construction. Surviving are two sisters, Inas Gallup of Jerseyville and Anna Mayfield of East Alton; and one brother, Otto of Jerseyville. Visitation was at Warner-Targhetta Funeral Home in Brighton, where services will be conducted with Rev. Dave Dennis officiating. Burial was in Brighton cemetery. Memorials may be sent to a charity of one's choice. ------------- (4a) Joseph and Christina (Martin) Kraushaar's son Clarence Kraushaar was born in 1891 in Richwood Township, Jersey County, IL, and died in 1966 in Jersey County, IL. He married Charlotte "Lottie" Atwood (1895-1931) and they had 4 children-Sherman Lee Kraushaar, Myrtle Iva Kraushaar, Beulah Kraushaar, and Mary Edith Kraushaar. (Note: I found this article dated September 21, 1931 posted in the Alton Evening Telegraph of Alton, Illinois of an automobile accident involving Clarence Kraushaar and an unnamed Missouri driver at the time Clarence Kraushaar was making arrangements for the funeral of his wife Charlotte "Lottie" (Atwood) Kraushaar - Missouri Autoist Arrested in Jersey - A Missouri autoist was arrested charged with reckless driving by Jersey county officials shortly after a Missouri car had backed onto Route 38 into a second machine occupied by Clarence Kraushaar and his son and daughter-in-law, Mr and Mrs. Sherman Kraushaar, and their baby, Sunday evening. One member of the Kraushaar party suffered a scalp wound which necessitated medical treatment. The Missourian was arrested on a John Doe warrant on complaint of Clarence Kraushaar, who was driving back to Fieldon from Jerseyville, after makng arrangements for the funeral of his wife, when the accident occurred. The man arrested refused to give his name and said his son, not he, had been at the wheel when the accident occurred.) ----------------- (1aa) Clarence and Charlotte "Lottie" (Atwood) Kraushaar's son Sherman Lee Kraushaar was born 9-24-1911 in Jersey County, IL. He died 6-7-2007 at Jerseyville Manor Nursing Home in Jerseyville, IL. He was buried at Oak Grove Cemetery in Jerseyville, IL. He married 1st Charles & Birdie (Leggett) Delp's daughter Beulah Mae Delp. She was born in 1912 and died in 1941. Her burial was in Fieldon Cemetery, Richwood Township. Jersey County, IL. Sherman and Beulah Mae (Delp) Kraushaar had a dughter Lena Bonita "Bonnie" Kraushaar. She married 2nd a man who's last name was Hammon. Sherman Lee Kraushaar married 2nd Rosaella Vinyard 1-12-1946 who at the time was Rosaella Howdeshell. She was the daughter of Archie and Nora (Kane) Vinyard. They lived in Jerseyville, IL. Sherman and Rosaella (Vinyard) Kraushaar had 3 children-Sherman Kraushaar of Godfrey, Connie Kraushaar who married Joseph Pruitt of Godfrey, IL, and Sharon K. "Kay" (Kraushaar) Pruitt of Godfrey (deceased) born 12-19-1948 in Eldred, IL, died 6-20-2006 in a traffic accident. She was married to Robert Pruitt and they had 3 children-Jeffrey Pruitt of O'Fallon, MO, Penny Pruitt who married David Holtgraewe of Colombia, MO, and Tammy Pruitt who married Robert Hudanick of Alton, IL. Rosaella and her first husband Warren Howdeshell had 2 children-Shirley (Howdeshell) Davidsmeyer of Carrollton, IL, and Lloyd Howdeshell who died young, at 2 years old. ------------------ Sherman Lee Kraushaar's obituary - June 7, 2007 - 6:35 PM Sherman Lee Kraushaar, 95, died at 5:35 a.m. Thursday, June 7, 2007, at Jerseyville Manor Nursing Home. Born Sept. 24, 1911, in Fieldon, he was one of four children of Clarence and Charlotte "Lottie" (Atwood) Kraushaar. He served with the U.S. Army for several years, serving in Iran, and retired in 1973 from Olin Corp. in East Alton after 21 years of service. He married the former Rosaella Vinyard on Jan. 12, 1946, in Jerseyville, and they shared 60 years together before her death on July 28, 2006. Surviving are a son, Sherman Kraushaar of Jerseyville; three daughters and a son-in-law, Bonnie Kinder of Golden Eagle; Shirley Davidsmeyer of Carrollton and Connie and Joe Pruitt of Godfrey; a son-in-law, Robert Pruitt of Godfrey; 11 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter, Kay (Kraushaar) Pruitt, on June 20, 2006; and three sisters, Beulah Delp, Myrtle Delp and Mary Lyles. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. today at Crawford Funeral Home in Jerseyville, where funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday. Burial will take place at Oak Grove Cemetery in Jerseyville, with the Jerseyville American Legion Post 492 conducting military rites. Memorials may be given to the firing squad of the Jerseyville American Legion. ---------------- Sherman Lee Kraushaar's 2nd wife Rosaella Marie (Vinyard) Kraushaar's obituary - Rosaella Marie (Vinyard) Kraushaar, 82, died at 4:14 a.m. Friday, July 28, 2006, at Greenwood Manor Nursing Home in Jerseyville, where she had been a resident for the past 26 days. Born Jan. 30, 1924, in Litchfield, she was the oldest child of Archie and Nora (Kane) Vinyard. Her mother died when she was 10 years old, and she assumed the responsibility of assisting in the care of her siblings at an early age. Her family was her life, as she had a great love for people, always extending a helping hand to any who were in need, and was a loyal friend to all. She began working at Greenwood Manor Nursing Home in Jerseyville on their first day of operation and retired as the supervisor of housekeeping after 25 years of dedicated and loyal service. She married Sherman Kraushaar on Jan. 12, 1946, just two weeks shy of her 22nd birthday, in Jerseyville. They shared 60 years together. In addition to her husband, survivors include two daughters and a son-in-law, Shirley Davidsmeyer of Carrollton and Connie and Joe Pruitt of Godfrey; a son, Sherman Kraushaar of Jerseyville; a stepdaughter, Bonnie Kinder, and her family, of Golden Eagle; nine grandchildren, Dan Mager of Columbia, Kim Davis of Jerseyville, Barry Hartmann of Montgomery, Ala., Dawn Gibbs of East Alton, Ryan Kraushaar of Jerseyville, Penny Holtgraewe of Columbia, Mo., Tammy Hudanick of Alton, Jeffrey Pruitt of O'Fallon, Mo., and Tim Pruitt of Alton; 11 great-grandchildren, Brittany and Aaron Mager, Michelle Cordes, Marcus Groppel, Heather, Beth and Ricky Gibbs, Carmen and Drew Holtgraewe and Brian and Loren Pruitt; and four brothers and sisters-in-law, William and Elva Vinyard of Independence, Mo., Thomas and Loretta Vinyard of Carrollton, Earl Vinyard of White Hall and Mike and Ann Vinyard of Moreland, Ga. She was preceded in death by her parents; a 2-year-old son, Lloyd Howdeshell; a daughter, Kay Pruitt, on June 20, 2006; a brother, Leonard Vinyard; and a sister, Melba Isringhausen. ---------------- Sherman Lee Kraushaar's 2nd wife Rosaella (Vinyard) Kraushaar's brother William Joseph Vinyard's obituary - William Joseph Vinyard, 80, of Independence, Missouri, died Friday, November 9, 2007, at Centerpoint Medical Center. Mr. Vinyard was born December 6, 1926, in Springfield, Illinois, to Archie and Nora Vinyard. Bill was a U.S. Army Veteran and served in World War II. He was an over- the-road truck driver for over 40 years and retired in April 1990. He was a member of the Teamsters Union and served as the Vice President of the Teamsters Retirees Club. He was a lifetime member of the VFW and Eagles Lodge. Bill and his family were long time residents of Lincoln, Illinois, from 1966 until 1977, when he was transferred to Kansas City, Missouri, as an employee of Holmes Freight Lines. He married Elva Clark of Winchester, Illinois, in 1960. His survivors include his wife, Elva; sons, Steve Vinyard, William J. Vinyard, Jr.; daughters, Gayle Early, Sandy Vinyard, Debbie Seaman, and Twila Vinyard- Robinson; brothers, Tom, Mickey, and Earl Vinyard; 10 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; and 3 great great grandchildren. Preceded in death by his mother and father, Archie and Nora Vinyard; his sisters, Melba Isringhauser and Rosella Kraushaar; and his brother, Leonard Vinyard. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, November 13, 2007 at Mt. Washington Forever Mausoleum Chapel, 614 S. Brookside, Independence, MO. There will be a visitation at 1:30 P.M. followed by funeral service at 2:30 P.M. Entombment in Mt. Washington Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be sent to Department of Veteran's Affairs Medical Center, 4801 Linwood Blvd., KCMO, 64128, in honor of "William J. Vinyard". Published in the Kansas City Star on 11/12/2007. ---------- (1aaa) Sherman Lee Kraushaar and his 1st wife Beulah Mae (Delp) Kraushaar's daughter Lena Bonita "Bonnie" (Kraushaar) Kinder's obituary - GOLDEN EAGLE — Lena Bonita "Bonnie" Kinder, 84, died at 3:42 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2015, at her son's residence in O'Fallon,Mo. Born Feb. 5, 1931, in Fieldon, Ill., she was daughter of the late Sherman and Beulah Mae (Delp) Kraushaar. She married Edmund C. Kinder Aug. 18, 1951, in Fieldon, and he died March 27, 1990. She was a homemaker. Survivors include two sons, Charles M.(Kay) Kinder of Florissant, Mo., and Greg E.(Barbara) Kinder of O'Fallon,Mo.; three grandchildren: Michael, Molly and Matthew. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two half-sisters, Kay and Connie; a stepsister, Shirley. She was a member of St. Matthew's Lutheran Church in Brussels, Lutheran Womens Missionary League, and she loved her time quilting with the church ladies. Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015, at Hanks-Gress Funeral Home in Brussels. Funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Monday, Oct. 12, 2015, at St. Matthew's Lutheran Church in Brussels. Rev. Jason Reed is officiating. Burial at St. Matthew's Cemetery in Brussels. Memorials to St. Matthew's Lutheran Church or the South Calhoun Ambulance Service. ---------------- (1aaa) Sherman Lee Kraushaar and his 2nd wife Rosaella (Vinyard) Kraushaar's daughter Kay (Kraushaar) Pruitt - SENATE RESOLUTION - WHEREAS, The members of the Senate of the State of Illinois learned with sadness of the death of Kay Pruitt of Alton on 4 June 20, 2006; and WHEREAS, She was born on December 19, 1948, in Eldred to Sherman and Rosaella (Vinyard) Kraushaar; and WHEREAS, She was a waitress at Joe K's Restaurant (formerly Depper's) in Alton for more than nine years; and WHEREAS, She was a loving mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend; she spent much of her recent time caring for her ailing mother and elderly father; she was an avid animal lover and cared for three dogs of her own; and WHEREAS, The passing of Kay Pruitt has been deeply felt by many, especially by her parents, Sherman and Rosaella Kraushaar; her daughters and sons-in-law, Penny and David Holtgraewe and Tammy and Robert Hudanick; her son, Jeffrey Pruitt; her children's father, Robert L. Pruitt; her grandchildren, Carmen and Drew Holtgraewe; her sisters and her brother-in-law, Shirley Davidsmeyer, Connie and Joseph Pruitt, and Bonnie Kinder; her brother, Sherman Kraushaar; and her significant other, John Hayes; therefore, be it RESOLVED, BY THE SENATE OF THE NINETY-FOURTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we mourn the passing of Kay Pruitt, and we extend our sincere condolences to her family, friends, and all who knew and loved her; and be it further RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of the resolution be presented to her family as an expression of our deepest sympathy. ---------- (2aaa) Sherman Lee Kraushaar and his 2nd wife Rosaella Marie (Vinyard) Kraushaar's daughter Connie Sue (Kraushaar) Pruitt's obituary - Connie Sue Pruitt, 60, died suddenly at 2:45 p.m., Friday, February 22, 2013 at her residence. She was born in Jerseyville on Jan. 3, 1953, and was the daughter of the late Sherman & Rosaella Marie (Vinyard) Kraushaar. Connie graduated in 1971 from Jersey Community High School, and was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She enjoyed time spent with family and friends, fishing, any type of music, and camping, especially near the reservoir in White Hall. She married Joseph Pruitt on April 10, 1971 in Jerseyville, and together they have enjoyed nearly 42 years together. Surviving are her husband, Joseph Pruitt of Godfrey; a son & daughter in law, Timothy & Carla Pruitt of Fosterburg; two grandchildren, Lauren Pruitt & Brian Pruitt; two sisters, Shirley Davidsmeyer of Carrollton and Bonnie Kinder of Golden Eagle; a brother, Sherman Kraushaar of Alton; a brother in law, Robert Pruitt of Godfrey; and many loving nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, a sister, Kay Pruitt; and her father in law & mother in law, Leo "Cotton" and Jessie Pruitt. Visitation will be from 1 p.m., Tuesday until time of funeral services at 3 p.m., at the Crawford Funeral Home in Jerseyville, with the Rev. Roy Rhoads officiating. Burial will be in the Fieldon Cemetery. Memorials may be given to the St. Jude's Childrens Hospital. ------------- (2aa) Clarence and Charlotte "Lottie" (Atwood) Kraushaar's daughter Myrtle Kraushaar was born 3-13-1922. in Jersey, County, IL She died 1-18-1972. She married Everett Delp. They lived in Fieldon, IL They had 3 sons-Everett M. Delp, Rodney L. Delp, and Clarence W. Delp Everett and Myrtle (Kraushaar) Delp's son Everett M. Delp (1939-1989) married Sonia Lawson on July 18, 1959 and they had two children Melodie Anne Delp and Susan Kay Delp. Everett and Sonia were later divorced and he then married Gayle Nelson. He and Gayle had no children. Everett and Sonia (Lawson) Delp's daughter Melodie Anne Delp married David Sauerwein on August 20, 1982 and they have one daughter, Taylor Nicole Sauerwein born September 19, 1991. They live in Charleston, Illinois. Everett and Sonia (Lawson) Delp's daughter Susan Kay Delp lives in Robinson, Illinois and is married to Mark Shonk. Everett and Myrtle (Kraushaar) Delp's son Rodney L. Delp of Jerseyville born 4-16-1938 in Fieldon, IL, died 5-20-2006 in St. Louis, MO. He married Jeanalee Martin (4-8-1942 to 5-24-2006), the daughter of Fred and Amberlee (Gaddy) Martin. They had 2 children-Timothy Clark Delp (deceased) of Jerseyville, born 4-6-1941, died 6-8-2006. He married Victoria "Vicki" Lynn Desherlia and they had 3 children-Bradley Tim Delp, Brandon Chad Delp, and Beth Delp, and Rodney and Jeanalee (Martin) Delp's other child is their daughter Laurie (Delp) Reynolds. Everett and Myrtle (Kraushaar) Delp's other son is Clarence W. Delp. ----------------- (3aa) Clarence and Charlotte "Lottie" (Atwood) Kraushaar's daughter Beulah Kraushaar married Ernest Delp 12-15-1928, the son of Charles and Berdie (Leggett) Delp. He was born 5-28-1909 and died 8-11-1977. They had 9 children-Robert L. Delp, Donald M. Delp, Ronald E. Delp, Richard D. Delp, Earnest E. Delp, Doris Delp, Ruth Ann Delp, Brenda Delp, and Patricia Delp. Ernest and Beulah (Kraushaar) Delp's son Robert L. Delp of Fieldon born 1-1-1931, died 1-24-1992, married Joanne Howland born 6-16-1934, died 5-9-1979, the daughter of Luther and Blanche (Griffin) Howland. They had 4 children-Debra (Delp) Laird of Hartville, MO, Roberta Delp of Jerseyville, IL, Clinton Delp of Hoisington, Kansas, and Ty Delp of Godfrey. After his first wife Joanne's death Robert Delp married Ollie M. (Ontis) Moy 11-10-1979. Other children of Ernest and Beulah (Kraushaar) Delp are Donald M. Delp of Brighton, IL, Ronald E. Delp of Jerseyville, IL who married Barbara A. Britt (deceased), and they had 2 children-Brent Delp (deceased) died 1-30-1981, and Mark Anthony Delp (deceased) born 12-22-1955, died 9-19-2000. He married Kathy Daiker and they had a daughter Marcia Nicole Delp of Elsah, IL. Other children of Ernest and Beulah (Kraushaar) Delp are Richard D. Delp of Jerseyville, IL, Earnest E. Delp of Kane, IL, Doris Delp (deceased) who married Dean Woolsey of Jerseyville, IL, Ruth Ann (Delp) Newton of Jerseyville, and Brenda Delp (deceased), born 2-8-1941, died 6-8-2006. She married Gerald Keffer 1-1-1957 of Brighton, IL. They had 2 children-Thomas Keffer of Kane, IL, and Rhonda Keffer who married Michael Schaffer of Dow, IL. Ernest and Beulah (Kraushaar) Delp's other daughter Patricia (Delp) Reef is deceased. ----------------- (4aa) Clarence and Charlotte "Lottie" (Atwood) Kraushaar's daughter Mary Edith Kraushaar was born in 1920 in Rosedale Township, Jersey County, IL. She died 2-22-1991. She married Lloyd Leon Lyles Sr., the son of James and Amelia (Geisler) Lyles. He was born 7-16-1915, and he died 2-9-1982. They had 8 children-Charlotte Lyles, Linda Lyles, Mary Lee Lyles, Lloyd Leon Lyles Jr, Sherman Frank Lyles, James Thomas Lyles, David Edward Lyles, and Gary Neal Lyles. Lloyd Leon Lyles Sr. and Mary (Kraushaar) Lyles's children were Charlotte (Lyles) Dawson of Alton, IL, Linda (Lyles) Cheek of Delhi, IL, Mary Lee (Lyles) Dunham of Fieldon, IL, Lloyd Leon Lyles Jr. of Jerseyville, IL. He married Caryl Joyce Chappell, and they had 8 children-Benjamin, Laurie, Joyce, Clint, Larry, Greg, Mary and Theresa. Lloyd Leon Lyles Jr. died in 1994. Lloyd Leon Lyles Sr. and Mary (Kraushaar) Lyles's other children were Sherman Frank Lyles (deceased) of Mount Vernon, IL, James Thomas Lyles of Winder, GA, David Edward Lyles of Taylorville, IL, and Gary Neal Lyles of Fieldon, IL (deceased), born 7-17-1952, died 12-9-2004. He married Barbara Powers 12-19-1970 and they had 2 children-John Lyles of Jerseyville and Joseph Lyles of Fieldon, IL. ----------------- Clarence Kraushaar and his wife Charlotte "Lottie" (Atwood) Kraushaar are both buried in the Fieldon Cemetery. ----------------- (5a) Joseph and Christina (Martin) Kraushaar's son Herbert Kraushaar was born near Hardln, Calhoun Co., IL Sept. 29, 1910. He died July 24, 1963 of a gunshot wound in the chest suffered while hunting groundhogs at the home of a brother, Fred Kraushaar, near Medora, Macoupin Co., IL. He married Daisy Woods July 2 1932. He was an employee of Godfrey Elevator Co., for 16 years. His burial was in Roselawn Memory Gardens, Bethalto, Madison Co., IL. Herbert and Daisy (Woods) Kraushaar had 3 children-Donald Kraushaar, Christina Kraushaar, and Herbert Kraushaar Jr. -------------- Herbert Kraushaar's obituary - Died July 24, 1963 - Herbert Kraushaar of Godfrey. 52, an employee of Godfrey Elevator Co., for 16 years, died Wednesday at 2:30 p.m. of a gunshot wound in the chest suffered while hunting groundhogs at the home of a brother, Fred, near Medora. Born near Hardln, Sept. 29, 1910, Kraushaar was a son of the late Mr, and Mrs. Joseph Kraushaar. He Was a member Of the Alton-Wood River Sportsman Club and belonged to the Eagles lodge at Jerseyville. Surviving are his wife, the former Daisy Woods of Jerseyville to whom he was married July 2 1932; three children, Donald, Brighton, Christina and Herbert Jr. at home; five sisters, Mrs. James Tucker, Mrs. Josephine Maltimore, Mrs. James Goshorn and Mrs. Inez Gallup, Jerseyville, and Mrs. Allen Mayfleld, East Alton; five brothers; Charles, Spanky; Otto, Hardin; Fred, Medora; Christopher, Brighton, and Clarence, Jerseyville, and one grandson. The body is at Jacoby Bros. Funeral Home, Jerseyville, where services will be conducted Saturday at 2 p.m. Burial will be in Roselawn Memory Gardens, Bethalto. Visitation hours at the funeral home will be after 7:30 p.m. today. ---------------- (1aa) Herbert and Daisy (Woods) Kraushaar's son Donald W. Kraushaar was born on Dec. 18, 1932, in Fieldon, IL. He died Jan. 19, 2015, at Covington Manor Nursing Home in Fort Wayne, Indiana. His burial was in Greenwood Cemetery in LaGrange, Ind. He married Christine M. Schetter May 10, 1958 in Alton, IL. She was born October 12, 1937 in Godfrey, Illinois, to the late, Joseph H. Schetter and Carolina J. (Nolan) Schetter. She died, Monday, September 26, 2005 at the Life Care Center of LaGrange, IN. Donald W. Kraushaar's and Christine M. (Schetter) Kraushaar had a son Kevin Kraushaar. Kevin Kraushaar and his wife Mearl live in Wolcottville, IN, and they have 6 children. ------------- Donald W. Kraushaar's obituary - Donald W. Kraushaar, 82, of Fort Wayne, and formerly of LaGrange, Ind., died Monday, Jan. 19, 2015, at Covington Manor Nursing Home in Fort Wayne. Mr. Kraushaar was born on Dec. 18, 1932, in Fieldon, Ill., to Herbert and Daisy (Woods) Kraushaar; they preceded him in death. In 1980, he moved from Illinois to LaGrange. Mr. Kraushaar worked for many years as an inspector for Radco. He was a lifetime member of the LaGrange American Legion Post #215 and the Alton VFW #1308. He was also a member of the former LaGrange Moose Lodge #1351. Donald was a United States Air Force veteran having served in the Korean War. On May 10, 1958, in Alton, Ill., he married Christine M. Schetter; she preceded him in death on Sept. 26, 2005. Surviving are a son and daughter-in-law, Kevin and Mearl Kraushaar; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; a sister, Christina Jones of Godfrey; and a brother, Herbert Kraushaar of Jerseyville, Ill. Funeral services will take place at 11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 23, 2015, at Frurip-May Funeral Home, 309 W. Michigan St., LaGrange, IN. The Rev. Carldean Merrifield will officiate. Burial will follow in Greenwood Cemetery in LaGrange, Ind. The LaGrange American Legion will conduct military graveside services. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 22, at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to American Legion Memorial Fund. Condolences may be left for the family at www.fruripmayfuneralhome.com. ------------- Herbert Kraushaar's son Donald W. Kraushaar's wife Christine M. (Schetter) Kraushaar's obituary - Kraushaar, Christine M. (Schetter) - 67, of LaGrange, died, Monday, September 26, 2005 at the Life Care Center of LaGrange, IN. She was born October 12, 1937 in Godfrey, Illinois, to the late, Joseph H. Schetter and Carolina J. (Nolan). Christine worked as an Insurance Agent for the Insurance Marketplace in LaGrange, IN. She was a member of the LaGrange American Legion Post #215 Auxiliary, LaGrange Moose Lodge #1351 and the Kendallville VFW Auxiliary. She married Donald W. Kraushaar on May 10, 1958 in Alton, IL. He survives in LaGrange. Also Surviving is a son and daughter-in-law Kevin and Mearl Kraushaar of Wolcottville, IN.; four sisters, Barb Joehl of Alton, IL.; Elizabeth Ely of Chesterfield, MO.; Caroline Witt of Meadowbrook, IL.; Ann Heafner of Godfrey, IL.; and one brother, Leon Schetter of Brighton, IL.; and six grandchildren. Christine was preceded in death by her parents, one sister, Josephine Tipsward and a brother Joseph Schetter. Visitation will be held on Thursday, September 29th from 2-4 pm & 6-8pm at the Frurip-May Funeral Home in LaGrange, IN. Funeral Services will be held at 10am on Friday, September 30th at the St. Joseph Catholic Church in LaGrange, IN.; with Father Fred Pasche officiating.  Memorials may be donated to the LaGrange American Legion Post #215 – LaGrange Co., Indiana Obituary from LaGrange Publishing Co. -------------- (1aaa) Donald W. Kraushaar and Christine M. (Schetter) Kraushaar's son Kevin Kraushaar's wife Arlie Mearl (Meade) Kraushaar's father Hallie F. Meade's obituary - Meade Hallie F., 85, of Ligonier, died Dec. 15, 2013, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. He moved to this area in 1968, coming from Verdonville, WVa. He retired from Sorg Products in Ligonier. He was born Sept. 9, 1928, in Wilsondale, W.Va., to Elisha and Mearl (Carter) Meade. He married Sarah Hester Tabor on Aug. 21, 1965, in Verdonville, W.Va. Surviving are his wife; a daughter and son-in-law, Arlie Mearl and Kevin Kraushaar of Wolcottville; 6 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; and a brother, Ray Meade of Whitman, W.Va. He was preceded in death by 4 sisters and a brother. Funeral, Thursday in the Lighthouse Tabernacle, Kimmell. Burial, Oak Park Cemetery. -------------- (2aa) Herbert and Daisy (Woods) Kraushaar's son Herbert Kraushaar Jr.'s wife Cynthia K. (Miles) Kraushaar's obituary - Cynthia K. Kraushaar, age 68, of Wood River, passed away Saturday, April 25, 2015, at her home. She was born January 7, 1947, in Alton, the daughter of John and Katherine (Lamparter) Miles. Cynthia had worked as a secretary for the Department of Children and Family Services and retired in 2008. She is survived by three sons, Rob Kraushaar of Godfrey, Tim Kraushaar of Fosterburg, and James Kraushaar of Alton; a brother and sister-in-law, Acie and mary Miles of Alton; two sisters and a brother-in-law, Paula and Jim Grubner of Alton, and Carla Miles of Alton; a granddaughter, Megan Kraushaar of Texas; and many friends. She is preceded in death by her parents; and a brother, Terry Miles. A private family memorial service will be held at a later date, followed by burial at Upper Alton Cemetery. Elias, Kallal and Schaaf Funeral Home in Alton is in charge of arrangements. ------------ Herbert and Daisy (Woods) Kraushaar's son Herbert Kraushaar Jr.'s wife Cynthia K. (Miles) Kraushaar's mother Katherine L. (Lamparter) Miles's obituary - Katherine L. Miles, 85, passed away at 7:48 am Sunday, July 10, 2011 at her residence with her family by her side. She was born in Alton September 25, 1925 the daughter of the late Arthur and Laura (Buckshot) Lamparter. She married John Miles on March 23, 1945 and he preceded her in death. Katherine was a homemaker. She enjoyed playing bingo at the South Roxana Dad’s Club. She is survived by four children, Cynthia Kay Kraushaar of Wood River, John and spouse Mary Miles, Jr. of Alton, Paulette and spouse James Gruebner of Alton and Carla Jean Miles of Alton; one sister, whom she love and cherished Mildred Stark of South Roxana; three sisters-in-law, Lillian Lamparter, Leona Miles both of Alton and Velma Miles of FL and many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews who loved her. In addition to her parents, husband and one son Terry Lee Miles she was preceded in death by eleven siblings. Per her wishes cremation rites will be accorded. The family will have a gathering at her home at a later date. Memorials may be directed to the BJC Hospice. -------------------- (6a) Joseph and Christina (Martin) Kraushaar's son Charles Kraushaar was born 6-7-1889 near Fieldon, Jersey County, IL. He died 6-30-1976. He was married to Virginia Christen. She was born on 26 January 1895 in Greene county, a daughter of Dominick and Alicia (Campbell) Christen. She died 2-5-1974 in Carrollton, Greene County, IL. Virginia (Christen) Kraushaar's mother Alicia Alice (Campbell) Christen was born 27 Sep 1868 in Greene County, Illinois, and died 12 Jun 1926 in Jersey County, Illinois, the daughter of Robert and Diane (Bristel) Campbell, and Virginia (Christen) Kraushaar's father Dominick M. Christen was born 3 Mar 1864, and died 3 Feb 1930. His mother was Frances Wilpert; born in Switzerland. Both of Virginia (Christen) Kraushaar's parents were buried in the Fieldon Cemetery, Richwood Township, Jersey County, Illinois. ------------------- Joseph and Christina (Martin) Kraushaar's son Charles Kraushaar's obituary - Charles Kraushaar, died 6-30-1976, Final rites for Charles Kraushaar, 87, Rural Route 1, Fieldon were conducted on 2 July from Jacoby Brothers Funeral Home with the Rev. Vale Walkington of Otterville officiating. Interment was in Fieldon cemetery. His death occurred at 9:05 P. M. on 30 June at the White Hall hospital. He was born on 7 June 1889 in Jersey County, a son of Joseph and Tena (Martin) Kraushaar and was a retired farmer. His survivors are five sons, Durward Kraushaar of Eldred, Kenneth Kraushaar of Bethalto, Charles and George Kraushaar of White Hall, and John Kraushaar of Jacksonville; four daughters, Mrs. Ervin (Alice) Sternberg of Park Ridge, Mrs. Cy (Dorothy) Wilson and Mrs. June Inman of Frohna, Missouri, and Mrs. Marvin ( Violet) Johnston of Otterville; 31 grandchildren; 27 great grandchildren. Also surviving are two brothers, Chris Kraushaar and Otto Kraushaar of Eldred; three sisters, Mrs. Anna Marfreed of Alton, Mrs. Inez Kraushaar and Mrs. Josephine Maltimore of Jerseyville. ------------------- Charles Kraushaar's wife Virginia (Christen) Kraushaar's obituary - Mrs. Virginia Christian Kraushaar, died 2-05-1974, Funeral rites for Mrs. Virginia Christen Kraushaar, 79, of Rural Route 1, Fieldon will be held tomorrow morning, 8 February at 10:30 at Jacoby Brothers Funeral Home. Her death occurred on 5 February at Boyd Memorial hospital in Carrollton. Rev. Vale Walkington will officiate and interment will be in Fieldon cemetery. Visitation will be held after 4:00 o'clock this afternoon, 7 February at Jacoby Funeral Home. She was born on 26 January 1895 in Greene county, a daughter of Dominick and Alicia Campbell Christen. She is survived by her husband, Charles Kraushaar; four daughters, Mrs. Erving (Alice) Sternberg of Park Ridge, Mrs. Dorothy Halcik of Fieldon, Mrs. Marvin (Violet) Johnston of Carrollton and Mrs. Charles (June) Inman of Farona, Missouri; five Sons, Durward of Eldred, Kenneth of Bethalto, Charles, Jr. and George of White Hall, and John of Jacksonville; 30 grandchildren; and great grandchildren; and one brother, Frank Christen of Jerseyville. Her parents, four sons and a brother preceded her in death. ------------------- Charles and Virginia (Christen) Kraushaar had 13 children-Alice Kraushaar, Dorothy Kraushaar, Violet Kraushaar, Janet June Kraushaar, Durward Kraushaar, Kenneth Kraushaar, Charles Kraushaar Jr., George Thomas Kraushaar, John Kraushaar, Laverne Kraushaar, Monroe Kraushaar, Gerald Kraushaar, and Arthur Christian Kraushaar. ----------- Charles Kraushaar's wife Virginia (Christen) Kraushaar's mother Alicia (Campbell) Christen's obituary - CHRISTEN. Died -07-1926. Mrs. D. N. Christen funeral held at Lutheran church in Fieldon. she died of a heart attack at her home one half mile south of Spanky in Richwoods township. 60 years of age. Mr. and Mrs. Christen residents of Fieldon community for number of years. Leaves husband, three sons and one duaghter. ------------ Charles Kraushaar's wife Virginia (Christen) Kraushaar's brother Frank M. Christen's obituary - CHRISTEN. Frank M. Christen, 92 yrs. Funeral from Holy Ghost Church with Father Wm. Henbrow as celebrant. Born Oct. 14, 1891 in Greene County to late Dominick and Alicia Campbell Christen. Married Anastasis Goedde on Jan. 10, 1918. She died July 9, 1976. Leaves four sons: Louis of Humbolt, Paul of Phoenix, Ariz. Everett of Brighton and Niel of Jerseyville, Daughters: Ananstasia Moore of Champaign and Madonna Berry of Jacksonville. 26 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. Burial in St. Fran cemetery. -------------- Charles Kraushaar's wife Virginia (Christen) Kraushaar's brother Frank M. Christen's wife Anastasia Mary Elizabeth (Goedde) Christen's obituary - CHRISTEN. Died 09-07-1976. A Funeral Mass was held at 10 a.m. July 12, for Mrs. (Frank) Anastasia Mary Elizabeth Christen, 83, at Holy Ghost Catholic Church with Reverend Father Robert Becker officiating. Burial was at St. Francis Xavier Cemetery. Mrs. Christen was born Nov. 27, 1892 in Greene County, the daughter of Henry and Emma Schmidt Goedde. She married Frank Christen, June 10, 1918. She died at 3:05 a.m. July 9, at Jersey Community Hospital. Surviving are her husband, two daughters, Miss Anastasia Christen, Champaign, and Mrs. Ted (Madonna) Berry, Jacksonville; five sons, Louis of Chaleston, Paul of Sun City, Ariz., Everett of Brighton, henry of Centrailia, Mo., and Neil of Jerseyville; 26 grandchildren, and one sister, Wilma Piper of Jerseyville. She was preceded in death by her parents, one son, one brother and one sister. The Rosary was recited at 8 p.m. Sunday at Jacoby Brothers Funeral Home. The family designated the American Cancer Society as a memorial. --------------- (1x) Charles Kraushaar's wife Virginia (Christen) Kraushaar's brother Frank M. Christen and his wife Anastasia Mary Elizabeth (Goedde) Christen's son Henry Christen's obituary - CHRISTEN. Died 24-06-1980. Henry Christen, 52, of Route 1, Centralia, MO., passed away suddenly at the Boone County Hospital, in Columbia, Mo. June 24. He was the son of Frank M and the late Annastacia Goede Christen. He was born Feb. 26, 1928, in Jerseyville and was married to Sara Elizabeth Webb July 12, 1947, who survives him. Christen is survived by seven sons, Robert and Martin of Columbia, Frank of Las Vegas, Nev., Michael of Quincy, Tom, Dwayne and Richard of Centrailia, one daughter, Gayle Johnson of Centerville, Iowa, four brother, Louis of Charleston, Paul of Pheonix, Ariz., Neil of Jerseyville, and Everett of Brighton, two sisters, Annastacia Christen of Champaign, and Madonna Berry of Jacksonville, and six grandchildren. Christen was preceded in death by one brother, Frank, during WW II, and one infant sone, Blayne. He was a member of the Holy Ghost Catholic Church in Centralia. He was a lifetime farmer and had lived in the Centrailia community since March of 1962. Funeral services were held June 27, at the Holy Ghost Catholic Church in Centralia with Father Gene Robl officiating. Graveside services were June 28, at the St. Francis Xavier Cemetery in Jerseyville with Father William Hembrow of the Holy Ghost Catholic Church officiating. ------------ (1xx) Charles Kraushaar's wife Virginia (Christen) Kraushaar's brother Frank M. Christen and his wife Anastasia Mary Elizabeth (Goedde) Christen's grandson and their son Henry Christen's son Blayne Merle Christen's obituary - CHRISTEN. Died 29-04-1960. Blayne Merle, one of the twin sons of Henry and Sarah Webb Christen of Jerseyville, died Friday, April 29, at Children’s Hospital in St. Louis. The baby had been hospitalized numerous of times since his birth on December 29, 1959, at the Jersey Community Hospital. Funeral rites were held Saturday morning at the Gubser Funeral Home with Father P. P . Heinen, pastor of the Church of the Holy Ghost, officiating. Interment was in St. Francis Cemetery. Surviving Blayne Merle in addition to his parents are his twin brother, Dwayne, five other brothers, Thomas, Michael, Frank, Martin, and Robert, one sister, Gayle, all of Jerseyville, his parental grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Christen of Jerseyville and his maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Webb of Chicago. ------------------ (1aa) Charles and Virginia (Christen) Kraushaar's daughter Alice A. (Kraushaar) Sternberg's obituary - Alice A. (Kraushaar) Sternberg's; b. (not given); d. 24 Feb 1989, Peoria, IL; bu.: (not given); Resident of Mapleton, IL; formerly of Greene Co., IL; M. Erving S. Sternberg (date & place not given), he preceded in death; Fa.: Charles Kraushaar; Mo.: Virginia Christen; Survived by three brothers: George and Charles Kraushaar, both of Greene Co., and John Kraushaar of Portland, OR; and three sisters: June Allmon of Cape Girardeau, MO, Dorothy Wilson of Batchtown and Violet Kraushaar of Kingston, AZ. ---------------- Alice A. (Kraushaar) Sternberg's husband Erving S. Sternberg's obituary - Erving S. Sternberg; b. 30 Oct 1907, Chicago, IL; d. 8 Jul 1978, Springfield, IL; Bu.: (not given); Resident of Belltown, IL since 1976; M. Alice Kraushaar on 3 Jan 1948; Fa.: Morris Sternberg; Mo.: Anne Sprague; Survived by his wife; a daughter: Nancy Sternberg of Los Angeles, CA; and a niece: Sylvia Zimmerman of Chicago; Preceded by two brothers and two sisters. -------------------- (2aa) Charles and Virginia (Christen) Kraushaar's daughter Dorothy Kraushaar married Ty Wilson, and lived in Kampsville, IL. -------------------- (3aa) Charles and Virginia (Christen) Kraushaar's daughter Violet married Marvin Johnston, and lived in Carrollton, IL. -------------------- (4aa) Charles and Virginia (Christen) Kraushaar's daughter Janet June Kraushaar was born Dec. 25, 1937 near Fieldon in Jersey County, Illinois, and died Jan. 2, 2011 in Cape Girardeau, Cape Girardeau County, Missouri. Burial: Pine Tree Cemetery, Patterson, Greene County, Illinois. She married 1st Charles Inman, son of Ellis and Era (nee Stout) Inman of Batchtown, IL Apr. 18, 1958. June later married 2nd Jim Allmon of Jackson, MO in 1997. She was the first female licensed by the Coast Guard to pilot a ferryboat and ran the Tower Rock Ferry in Wittenburg, MO for many years. Her 1st husband Charles Inman was born Dec. 21, 1936 in Batchtown, Calhoun County, Illinois, and died Aug. 5, 1986 in Saint Louis, St. Louis City, Missouri, the son of Ellis Truman Inman and Era Faye Stout. Burial: Wilson Cemetery, Batchtown, Calhoun County, Illinois. He was a riverboat captain and operated ferry services at Ste. Genevieve and Winfield, Missouri. He married 2nd Lynn (maiden name unknown) on 22 Feb 1979 in Waldo, Arkansas. They had no children together.She was the mother of 3 children from her first marriage. Charles Inman and his 1st wife Janet June (Kraushaar) Inman had 3 sons--Keith Inman, David Inman, and Lt. Col. (Ret.) Gary Inman. -------------- Janet June (Kraushaar) Inman Allmon's obituary - June (nee Kraushaar) Allmon, 73, of Jackson, MO, died at St. Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau, MO. She was the daughter of the late Charles and Virginia Christian Kraushaar. She married Charles Inman, son of Ellis and Era (nee Stout) Inman of Batchtown, IL in 1958. June later married Jim Allmon of Jackson, MO in 1997. She was an 18-year cancer survivor. She graduated from Jersey Community High School in 1955. She was the first female licensed by the Coast Guard to pilot a ferryboat and ran the Tower Rock Ferry in Wittenburg, MO for many years. June retired from Proctor and Gamble after 25 years of employment, and also had an avid love for quilting. Surviving include three sons, Keith of Cochrane, WI, David of Jackson, MO, and Lt. Col. (Ret.) Gary of Frederick, MD; a brother, George (wife Martha) of Jerseyville, IL; nine grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren. June was preceded in death by 11 siblings. Visitation was held Jan. 8 in Jackson, MO. Internment will take place at a later date in the family plot. Requested memorials to the Children's Miracle Network. (Calhoun News-Herald, Hardin, IL -- January 19, 2011.) -------------- Janet June (Kraushaar) Inman Allmon's 1st husband Charles Ellis Inman's obituary - Charles Ellis Inman was born Dec. 21, 1936 in Batchtown, Calhoun County, Illinois, and died Aug. 5, 1986 in Saint Louis, St. Louis City, Missouri, the son of Ellis Truman Inman and Era Faye Stout. Charles married June Kraushaar in 1958. He was a riverboat captain and operated ferry services at Ste. Genevieve and Winfield, Missouri. June was the first female licensed by the Coast Guard to pilot a ferryboat and ran the Tower Rock Ferry for many years. Charles and June were the parents of 3 chidren before their marriage ended. Children from first marriage: 3 sons: Keith Inman, David Inman, and Lt. Col. (Ret.) Gary Inman. Charles married Lynn on 22 Feb 1979 in Waldo, Arkansas. She was the mother of 3 children from her first marriage. Children from second marriage: 2 step-daughters, 1 step-son. Charles died at Jewish Hospital following a long illness. At the time of his death, he was 49 years, 7 months and 15 days old. He was survived by his second wife; his mother; 3 sons; 6 grandchildren; 2 step-daughters; 1 step-son; 1 step-grandson; and 1 brother of Batchtown. Visitation was held from 6:30 to 9 p.m. on 06 Aug 1986 at Hanks Funeral Home in Hardin. Masonic rites took place at 7:30 p.m. Funeral services were conducted there at 10 a.m. the following morning. The family requested that memorials, if desired, be made to the Oncology Department, Suite 200, at Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri. -------------------- (5aa) Charles and Virginia (Christen) Kraushaar's son Durward R. Kraushaar was born 2-22-1911 near Fieldon, Jersey County, IL. He died 3-15-1981 in Jacksonville, Morgan County, IL. He married Geraldine Agilda Cummings 6-24-1932, the daughter of Ornan and Clara (Walter) Cummings. Geraldine's father Ornan Cummings died 11-25-1965 and her mother Clara (Walter) Cummings died 1-3-1988. Durward and Geraldine (Cummings) Kraushaar had 11 children-Carl Kraushaar, Durward Kraushaar Jr. born 1932, Marcella Ann Kraushaar born 5-10-1933, married Charles Simpson 10-25-1952, Yvonne Mable Kraushaar born 5-22-1935, married Joseph Simpson 8-8-1956, Eleanor Jean Kraushaar born 2-16-1937, Genevieve Kraushaar born 8-16-1941, Geraldine Kraushaar born 12-8-1945, Garneta Kraushaar born 12-25-1947, Roger Lyndall Kraushaar born 3-10-1950, Stanley Eugene Kraushaar born 11-25-1956, and Lawrence Len Kraushaar born about 1959. -------------- Durward R. Kraushaar's obituary - Durward R. Kraushaar, 70, of Route 1, died at 6:15 a.m. Sunday (March 15, 1981) at Passavant Area Hospital, Jacksonville, following a lengthy illness. The retired farmer was born in Fieldon, a son of te late Charles and Virginia (Christen) Kraushaar, and married the former Geraldine Cummings in 1932. Surviving, in addition to his wife, are six daughters, Marcella Simpson and Genevieve Cox, both of Eldred, Yvonne Simpson of Carrollton, Eleanor Myers and Jo Ann Cooney, both of Peoria, and Garneta Willis of Mozier; five sons, Carl, Junior, and Stanley, all of Peoria, Roger of Grafton, and Lawrence of Eldred; 32 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Also surviving are four sisters, Alice Parent of Peoria, Dorothy Wilson of Missouri, Violet Johnston of El Paso, Texas, and June Allmon of Jackson, Missouri, and four brothers, Kenneth of Bethalio, George of White Hall, John of East Alton and Charles of Hillview. Visitation will be from 4 to 9 p.m. today at Airsman-Hires Funeral Home, Carrollton, where services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday with the Reverend Courtland Cox officiating. Burial will be in Borlin Cemetery, and the Illinois Heart Association has been named as a memorial. ------------------ Durward R. Kraushaar's wife Geraldine A. (Cummings) Kraushaar's obituary - Geraldine "Granny"ť Kraushaar, 93, of Jerseyville, formerly of Greene County, died on Thursday evening at 11 P.M. at the Jerseyville Community Hospital in Jerseyville. Born in Eldred on Feb. 18, 1914, she was the daughter of the late Ornan and Clara Walters Cummings. She married Durward Kraushaar on June 24, 1932 in Jerseyville and he preceded her in death on March 15, 1981. Surviving are 6 daughters: Marcella Richter of Jerseyville, Yvonne Simpson of Eldred, Elma Myers of Peoria, Genevieve Kraushaar of Eldred, JoAnn Cooney of Peoria, Garneta Willis of Bushnell, 5 sons: Carl Kraushaar of Washington, IL, Durward Kraushaar Jr. of Peoria, Stanley Kraushaar and Roger Kraushaar both of Wyoming and Lawrence Kraushaar of Winchester, 26 grandchildren, many great grandchildren and several great-great grandchildren, 2 sisters: Viola McCormick of Mulberry Grove, IL and Imogene Charpentier of Rock Falls, IL. She was preceded in death by : 4 sisters: Jessie Sponsler, Wilma Thornton, Bernita Varble, Mabel Retherford and 3 brothers: Howard, Ornan and Donald Cummings. "Granny" loved her family and friends. She worked many, many years for Columbiana Seed Co. and later as a Certified Nursing Assistant at many area nursing homes. She kept active, loved riding 4 wheelers even into her 80's, loved gardening flowers and vegetables. Basically she just loved the outdoors. She was a person you could count on. She was always there when needed. She loved making dinner and cinnamon rolls for her daughter, Gen's restaurant in Eldred. She will be sadly missed. Visitation will be from Noon until service time at 2 P.M. on Monday Dec. 3, 2007 at the Airsman-Hires Funeral Home in Carrollton. Following the services at 2 P.M. burial will be in Borlin Cemetery southwest of Carrollton. Memorials may be made to Ronald McDonald House. Condolences may be left online at: www.airsman-hires.com. ------------- (1aaa) Durward and Geraldine (Cummings) Kraushaar's son Stanley Kraushaar's wife Yvonne (Murphy) Kraushaar's father Truman H. Murphy's obituary - Truman H. Murphy, 99, died at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, March 7, 2012, at Jerseyville Manor. He was born in Jersey County on Dec. 30, 1912, to the late William and Sarah (Dunham) Murphy. He married Martha Mehlberg in Carrollton on June 28, 1961. She died Nov. 7, 1990. Truman was a farm hand and worked at Valstad Quarry. He is survived by his children, Yvonne and Stanley Kraushaar of Thermopolis, Wyo., and Barb Murphy and companion Russell Scoggins, Susan Murphy, and Ronnie and Christina Murphy, all of Jerseyville; grandchildren, Stacey and L.F. Smith, Jermine and Amanda Kraushaar, Ashley Scoggins, Travis Murphy, and Justin Murphy; and a great-grandchild, Taylor Smith. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Raymond and Ernest Murphy, and his sisters, Wannetta Gross and Wilma Murphy. Visitation will be from 1 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, March 11, at Alexander and Gubser Funeral Home in Jerseyville, where services will be at 11 a.m. on Monday, March 12, with Rev. Brent Meyer officiating. Burial will be at Lax Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family. Alexander and Gubser Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. ------------ (2aaa) Durward and Geraldine (Cummings) Kraushaar's son Roger Lyndall Kraushaar born 3-10-1950, married Paula (maiden name unknown), and they had these children-Jason Kraushaar and Roger J. Kraushaar. -------------- (1aaaa) Roger and Paula Kraushaar's son Jason Kraushaar married Ellen Petty, and they had these children-Abbigayl Jean Kraushaar, Timothy Kraushaar, Isabela Kraushaar, and Ryan Kraushaar. -------------- (1aaaaa) Jason Kraushaar and Ellen Petty Kraushaar's daughter Abbigayl Jean Kraushaar's obituary - Abbigayl Jean Kraushaar age 17 left this earth April 2, 2017. She was welcomed to earth on August 17, 1999 in Casper Wyoming to her proud parents Jason Kraushaar and Ellen Petty Kraushaar. Abbigayl lived in many parts of Wyoming, Casper, Wright, Douglas. She moved with her family to St George, Utah just 4 short years ago. Abbigayl has been raised and loved by a strong pack. In Abbi’s short time here she cultivated many attributes. Her ability to be compassionate and love is unexplainable. She has an amazing talent for anything that is kitchen related. She quite literally wanted to do everything be everything and go everywhere which is exactly what we expect she is doing. Taking care of others is innate in Abbigayl, a calling she will continue to carry out. To know Abbigayl is to love her. Abbigayl is survived by her siblings, Timothy Kraushaar, Isabela Kraushaar, and Ryan Kraushaar, Her parents Jason and Ellen Kraushaar, Both sets of her grandparents Roger and Paula Kraushaar, Dale and Barbara Petty, her Maternal Great grandmother Barbara Jones, and Paternal Great Grandfather, Darrell Petty. Her pack here on earth remains strong in number with many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Abbigayl’s touch has been felt by many. A Celebration of life service will be held at 1184 N Dixie Downs Rd 84770 on April 7, 2017 at 6:00 pm. Also a second service will be held at 1930 Cheyenne Street Douglas, WY 82633 on April 13, 2017 there will be a family dinner at 4:00 pm, Friends please join us at 6:00 to celebrate Abbi and her life. There will be no graveside service Abbi will be cremated and reside with her family in St George Utah. Arrangements are made under the direction of Hughes Mortuary, 1037 East 700 S. St George Utah 435-674-5000. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Ellen or Jason Kraushaar at 2062 W 1200 N St George Utah 84770. --------------- (Note: This is an article published in the Deseret News, Salt Lake City, Utah about the car accident that caused the death of Abbigayl Kraushaar - St. George teen killed in collision - By McKenzie Romero - Published: April 3, 2017 - One person died and another was seriously injured after a pickup truck crashed into a passenger vehicle Sunday evening, according to Utah Highway Patrol. DIAMOND VALLEY, Washington County - A 17-year-old St. George girl died Sunday night after her vehicle collided with a truck, the Utah Highway Patrol reported. Abbigayl Kraushaar, 17, was headed west on Diamond Valley Drive when she approached the intersection with state Route 18 about 8:35 p.m., according to a UHP statement. Kraushaar's car did not stop at the stop sign at the intersection, troopers reported, but drove out onto SR-18 where a northbound pickup truck collided with the car on the driver's side. The truck had the right of way and was travelling at about the road's posted speed limit of 65 mph when the crash occurred, according to UHP. Kraushaar died in the collision. The driver of the pickup truck was taken to an area hospital in poor condition. Troopers are investigating the crash, including why Kraushaar did not stop at the sign, UHP officials said.) ------------------ (Note: This is an article from the Douglas Budget Newspaper in Douglas, Wyoming about the tragic car accident death of Abbigayl Jean Kraushaar - A life cut short: Friends remember former Douglas teen killed in car wreck - By Sandra Mudd, sandra@douglas-budget.com - Apr 13, 2017 - Just after dusk Friday, the candles were lit, shielded from the breeze by cupped hands, as nearly 30 friends and family somberly gathered to remember 17-year-old Abbigayl Kraushaar, who died April 2 in a tragic car accident in Utah. Nine white pillar candles in glass holders and 20 white tea light candles lined the trunk of Abbigayl’s aunt and uncle’s hatchback – lighting up the space in the Douglas High School parking lot with the feeling of warmth – all in honor of Abbi. One by one, friends and family huddled together, stepping forward to light a candle for Abbi as the lyrics “I’m gonna love you like I’m gonna lose you,” hung in the air. As the song came to a close, Abbi’s uncle, Eric Winslow, gave the crowd a chance to talk about their friend. “She had an abundance of love,” one remarked. Eric then asked the crowd to hold hands and join in a silent prayer for Abbi. Each reached for the hand of another as they fanned out in a circle over the lawn and bowed their heads. The silence, broken only by the whispers of the wind, slowly gave way to somber shuffling of feet as the crowd once again huddled together around the candles, some of those in the front holding red and white candle sticks, others with small red votive holders while the flames swayed in the breeze. Other songs reminded the crowd of their friend. A few more friends trickled in as “Dancing in the Sky” finished playing. “People are always wondering why,” Eric said, “...you never figure it out. It’s beyond the natural order of things (to lose a child). I want to tell you, never pass up the chance to tell your friend, your mom, your dad, your brother and sister that you love them. Never hold a grudge. Figure out a way to work it out because sometimes there is no second chance,” Eric told the crowd with a rattling in his voice. “She’s (Abbi) blessed we’re all here. She’s looking down on us. “When her friend was in an accident in St. George, Utah, Abbi was the kind of friend who sat at her bedside until she was better. Never leaving,” Eric said. Another friend stepped forward to play, “In the Arms of an Angel” on his phone as tears filled the eyes of Abbi’s friends and family. “Abbi was once my best friend,” DHS student Bryce Moore said, fighting back tears. “She was so happy all the time and she impacted so many lives. I’ll never forget her and how happy she was.” “I remember when Abbi was in the first grade and she would pull a chair up to the teacher’s desk and try to have an adult conversation with her,” Abbi’s aunt Tia said with a shaky smile. “Abbi was never intimidated by anyone. Everyone was a possible friend.” “She would want all of us to stay happy, to be happy,” Eric added. “She was full of love and fun.” Abbigayl was a resident of Douglas for 13 years before she and her family moved to St. George several years ago. Before moving to Douglas, she lived in Wright. In addition to the Douglas candlelight vigil set up by Abbi’s friends, including Mariah Cooper, a celebration of life service was held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in St. George on April 7. The community is invited to join the family in a second service held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 1930 Cheyenne St., in Douglas, on Thursday, April 13, at 6 p.m. No graveside services will be held. Donations, in lieu of flowers, can be made to Abbi’s parents, Ellen and Jason Kraushaar, at 2062 W. 1200 N., St. George, UT, 84770.) ------------ (2aaaa) Roger and Paula Kraushaar's son Roger J. Kraushaar married LaVita L. Bleak, and they had these children-Roy Arthur Kraushaar, David Kraushaar, Luke Kraushaar, Megan Kraushaar, and Elizabeth Kraushaar. ------------- (1aaaaa) Roger J. and LaVita L. (Bleak) Kraushaar's son Roy Arthur Kraushaar's obituary - Memorial services for Roy Arthur Kraushaar, 26, will be Saturday, March 23, 3:00 PM at the Hot Springs County School gymnasium. A Memorial Reception will follow at the Eagle’s Club. Roy died Monday, March 17, 2013 at his residence in Newcastle, Wyoming. Cremation has taken place. Born September 26, 1986, in Worland, Wyoming, Roy was one of five children born to Roger J. and LaVita L. (Bleak) Kraushaar. After graduating from Hot Springs County High School, he attended college in Aberdeen, South Dakota. In high school he played football, basketball and track and enjoyed his 3 on 3 team. He was employed at Pizza Hut in Thermopolis, then moved to Pinedale, WY where he was a flow tester in the oil fields. Returning to Thermopolis he became assistant manager at Pizza Hut until he was transferred to Newcastle as general manager of Pizza Hut. As a child he was baptized with his cousin at Roundtop Baptist Church. He was a member of the local Eagles Lodge #1884. His interests included football, billiards, poker, basketball and was a 49ers fan. He was preceded in death by cherished family members. Survivors include his parents of Thermopolis; grandparents, Newt & Bonnie Bleak of Thermopolis and Roger and Paula Kraushaar of Casper; brothers, David of Cheyenne and Luke of Thermopolis; sisters, Megan of Cheyenne and Elizabeth of Thermopolis; his girlfriend, Alicia N. Hintz of Newcastle and her children, Nevaeh, Desmond, Olivia, Emma and one on the way. Mortimore Funeral Home is assisting the family. Memorials may be made in Roy’s name, %Mr. & Mrs. Roger Kraushaar, P.O.Box 161, Thermopolis, 82443 ------------------- Roger J. Kraushaar's wife LaVita (Bleak) Kraushaar's father Newton Y. Bleak's obituary - Newton Y. Bleak passed away at his home in Wind River Canyon on Jan. 9, 2017, with his wife, daughter and son-in-law by his side. Newt was born in Lincoln, Idaho, on Nov. 2, 1921. He graduated from 8th grade and attended one year of high school before going to work on a large farm/ranch operation in the southwestern Idaho region. He boarded at the farm and sent his wages home to his family in order to help support his parents and siblings. He enlisted in the Armed Forces in March of 1941, attended Boot Camp in Ft. Lewis, Wash., where he was assigned to work with the mule teams used to transport artillery and supplies to the troops. He was then transferred to Ft. Sill, Okla., as a Pack Master and Saddler. He was in the Asiatic Pacific Theater from January of 1942 until August of 1945. During his years in the Pacific Theater the mule teams were disbanded, and he was then assigned to the 6th Ranger Battalion for the rest of the war. During his career he was decorated with the Asiatic Pacific Service Medal, Phillipines Liberation Medal, two Bronze Stars, Good Conduct Medal, and was Honorably Discharged on August 22, 1945. He met and married his wife of 68 years, Bonnie M. White Bleak, on May 15, 1948, in Dubois, Wyo. He and Bonnie lived in the Dubois area where Newt worked on local ranches cowboying. They relocated to Bonnie's hometown of Thermopolis in 1952. They raised their 5 children, Douglas (Margie), Bonnie (David) Murphree, Donald (Laura), Dava, and LaVita (Roger) Kraushaar in Wind River Canyon on the original homestead of J. Bob and Mary White, Bonnie's parents. Newt was a man of strong character and principles. He had a work ethic that would put most people to shame, and much of the canyon home's current beauty is due to his hard work. He and Bonnie built their home in the canyon, and he crafted wooden furniture in the winter months after retirement, and tended his gardens during the spring and summer. While he expressed his opinions strongly, he also was a man who loved others deeply (and very practically), and he did not let past offenses stand in the way of his relationships, but was willing to forgive. He is survived by his wife, Bonnie M. (White) Bleak; son, Douglas; daughters, Bonnie, Dava, and LaVita; 24 grandchildren; 46 great-grandchildren; and 24 great, great-grandchildren. Newt was preceded in death by his son, Donald J. (Laura) Bleak; two grandsons; one great-grandson; his parents; and his 9 siblings. The family invites you to join them in a Celebration of Life of Newt's 95 years of life at the local VFW Post in Thermopolis on January 14 at 2 p.m. All are welcome to bring their memories of Newt and share them. Donations can be sent to Bonnie Bleak, PO Box 968 Thermopolis WY 82443. Flowers can be sent to 128 Meadowlark Lane, Thermopolis. A Military Tribute and internment of ashes is planned for June of 2017, with date and time to be determined. ------------ (3aaa) Durward and Geraldine (Cummings) Kraushaar's son Carl L. Kraushaar's obituary - Carl L. Kraushaar, 79, of Washington passed away at 6:15pm Sunday, September 2, 2018 at Washington Christian Village. He was born on February 27, 1939 in Fieldon, IL. son of Durward and Geraldine Cummings Kraushaar. He married Helga Bruschwein on April 24, 1964. Surviving are his wife, two sons Tim (Tammy) Kraushaar of Lantana, TX; their children Garrett, and Danika Kraushaar and Terry (Angi Fountain) Kraushaar; their children Paige and Megan Kraushaar all of Tempe, AZ. He was the oldest son of 10 surviving brothers and sisters. He worked for Caterpillar Tractor Company retiring after 33 years. Per Carl’s wishes, cremation rites have been accorded and private family services will be held at a later date. To share a memory or send a condolence for his family visit www.masonfuneralhomes.com. ------------- (4aaa) Durward and Geraldine (Cummings) Kraushaar's daughter Yvonne Mae (Kraushaar) Simpson's husband Joseph J. Simpson's obituary - Joseph J. Simpson, 83, of Eldred, died Saturday, June 16, 2018 at Jerseyville Manor. He was born July 6, 1934, in Calhoun County, the son of William and Mary Catherine Richter Simpson. He married Yvonne Mae Kraushaar, the love of his life, on Aug. 8, 1953, in Jerseyville, being happily married for 65 years. She survives. He is also survived by four daughters, Gale (Larry) Crocker, Cheryl (Rick) Young, and Diana (John) Egelhoff, all of Eldred, and Kim (Charles M.) Newingham of Havana; ten grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; and a sister, Evelyn Lowder of Wyoming. He was preceded in death by two brothers, William Jr. and Charles R.; and two sisters, Vera Blackorby, and Dorothy Schlinker. Joseph owned and operated Simpson Brothers south of Carrollton for over 45 years. He was the jack of all trades. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and riding his UTV with his wife. More than anything he loved his family, especially his grandchildren. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, June 21, 2018 at Airsman – Hires Funeral Home in Carrollton. The family will meet friends from 9 until the time of the service at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to St. Jude's Hospital. Condolences may be left online at www.airsman-hires.com. ------------ (5aaa) Durward and Geraldine (Cummings) Kraushaar's daughter Marcella (Kraushaar) Simpson's husband Charles Simpson's obituary — Charles Simpson, 59, died at 8 p.m. Wednesday, June 7, 1989, at his home. Born in Calhoun County, he was the son of the late William and Mary Catherine (Richter) Simpson. On Oct. 25, 1952, in Jerseyville, he married the former Marcella Kraushaar. Surviving are his wife; two sons, Philip Simpson of White Hall and Gary Simpson of Carrollton; three grandchildren; two sisters, Dorothy Schlinker of Brussels and Evelyn Lowder of Jerseyville; and two brothers, William Simpson of Jerseyville and Joseph Simpson of Carrollton. A sister preceded him in death. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Friday with services IO a.m. Saturday at Airsman-Hires Funeral Home in Carrollton. The Rev. William Hembrow will officiate. Burial is in Memorial Gardens, Eldred. Memorials may be given to the American Cancer Society. -------------------- (6aa) Charles and Virginia (Christen) Kraushaar's son Kenneth Kraushaar was born in Jersey County, IL in 1913. He died 8-12-1988 in Alton, Madison County, IL. He lived in Godfrey, IL. He married Ethyle Ray, and they had 3 children-Glenda Kraushaar, Donald L. Kraushaar, and Robert Kraushaar who died in infancy. Their daughter Glenda Kraushaar married Lloyd O. Heflin 8-24-1957 and lived in Mesquite, Texas and now lives in Alton, IL. Kenneth and Ethyle (Ray) Kraushaar's son Donald Kraushaar was born 8-16-1934 in Fieldon. IL and died 4-18-2005 in Alton, IL. He married Brigitte Troelsch in 1957 in Germany. They lived in Bethalto, IL and had a daughter Karin Kraushaar who married Barry Hill and they live in Columbia, SC. ------------------- Charles and Virginia (Christen) Kraushaar's son Kenneth W. Kraushaar's obituary - Kenneth W. Kraushaar, 75, of Godfrey, died at 5:20 p.m. Friday, 12 August 1988 at St. Joseph's hospital in Alton. He was an electrician at Wegman Electric in Bethalto until retiring in 1972. He was also a farmer and land developer. Born in Jersey County, he was a son of the late Charles and Virginia (Christen) Kraushaar. Surviving are his wife, the former Ethyle Ray; a Daughter, Glenda Helflin of Mesquite, Texas; a son, Donald Kraushaar of Bethalto; two grandchildren; four Sisters, Alice Stinberg of Peoria, Dorothy Wilson of Kampsville, Violet Brown of Tucson, Arizona and June Almon of Missouri; and three brothers, Charles Kraushaar of Hillview, George Kraushaar of White Hall and John Kraushaar of Portland, Oregon. Private services were held Saturday at Gent Funeral Home in Alton. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or a charity of one's choice. ------------------ Kenneth W. Kraushaar's wife Ethyle Mildred (Ray) Kraushaar's obituary - Ethyle Mildred Kraushaar, 95, died peacefully Friday, Dec. 18, 2009, at her home in Godfrey. Ethyle was the daughter of Floyd and Anna (Shanks) Ray of Kane. She was born April 12, 1914. In 1932, she married Kenneth W. Kraushaar. During their union she had two sons, Robert, who died in infancy, and Donald Kraushaar, also deceased, and a daughter, Glenda Heflin of Alton. She and her husband experienced many historical events, wars and a depression as well as various recessions of the 20th century. They both worked together diligently to conquer many of those hardships. She had welcomed the 21st century with enthusiasm. Ethyle was a homemaker and a beautician. In addition to her daughter, she is survived by a daughter-in-law, Bridget Kraushaar of Bethalto; two granddaughters, Karin Barry of South Carolina; and Holly Heflin of St. Louis. Also surviving are a favorite sister-in-law, Georgia Ray of Jerseyville; a brother-in-law, George Kraushaar and wife, Martha, also of Jerseyville. Another brother-in-law, Charles Kraushaar, passed away on the same day, 12 hours earlier. There will be no visitation as per her request. She requested that her body be cremated. Gent Funeral Home in Alton is in charge of arrangements. Online guestbook and information may be found at www.gentfuneralhome.com. ---------------- (1aaa) Kenneth and Ethyle (Ray) Kraushaar's son Donald L. Kraushaar's obituary - Donald Laverne Kraushaar, 70, lost a lengthy battle with cancer at 3:00 a.m. Monday, April 18, 2005 at Alton Memorial Hospital in Alton. He was born on August 16, 1934 in Fieldon, IL the son of Kenneth and Ethyle (Ray) Kraushaar of Godfrey. He married Brigitte Troelsch in 1957 in Germany. She survives. He was a graduate of Jerseyville High School and received a Bachelors and Masters Degree from SIUE. He worked for Ralston Purina and SIUE as a Manager of Information Systems for more than 20 years and served in the Army in Germany during the Korean War. He was a lifetime member of the VFW Post 1308 in Alton and was the former president of the SIUE Alumni Association. He also was a volunteer for Oasis serving as a tutor at Parkside Elementary School in Bethalto and was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church. In addition to his wife and mother he is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Karin and Barry Hill of Columbia, SC and one sister, Glenda Heflin of Alton. He was preceded in death by his father. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday at Kallal & Schaaf Funeral Home in Bethalto. Graveside services will be Friday at 10:30 a.m. at Fieldon Cemetery in Fieldon, IL with Rev. Rick McKane officiating. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or the SIUE Alumni Association. Kallal and Schaaf Funeral Home in Bethalto is in charge of arrangements. ---------------- (2aaa) Kenneth and Ethyle (Ray) Kraushaar's daughter Glenda Kraushaar was born in Jersey County, Illinois. She married Lloyd Orval Heflin Aug. 24, 1957 in Jersey County, Illinois, and they had a daughter Holly Rae Heflin. They lived in Mesquite, Texas and later lived in Alton, IL. Her husband Lloyd Orval Heflin later married 2nd Clara Roberta Cunningham Oct. 1, 1988 in Lake Ozark, Mo. Lloyd Orval Heflin died November 7, 2014 at Christian Hospital in St. Louis, Mo. His 2nd wife Clara Roberta (Cunningham) Heflin died March 12, 2016 at Jerseyville Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Jerseyville, Illinois. -------------- Glenda (Kraushaar) Heflin's husband Lloyd Orval Heflin's obituary - Lloyd Orval Heflin, 80, died at 4:13 p.m., Friday, November 7, 2014 at Christian Hospital in St. Louis, Mo., from complications of heart surgery. He was born in Rolla, MO. on June 11, 1934 the oldest child born to the late Jenson Orval & Lois Mae (Wisdom) Heflin. Lloyd attended Bethalto schools, and was a U.S. Army Korean War Veteran. He was a bricklayer for over 50 years with the Labor Local 8 out of Belleville. In his spare time Lloyd loved to hunt, fish, garden, and take care of his beloved dog, Kujo. He was raised in the Methodist faith, and was a member of the Bethalto Masonic Lodge. He married the former Roberta Cunningham on Oct. 1, 1988 in Lake Ozark, Mo., and the two have been blessed with 26 years together. Surviving are his wife, Roberta Heflin of Medora; a daughter, Holly Heflin of St. Louis, MO.;' two brothers & sisters in law, Gary & Michele Heflin of Edwardsville and Jack & Sharon Heflin of Bethalto; a sister & brother in law, Gayle & Larry Hausman of Godfrey. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his father in law & mother in law, John & Doris Cunningham. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m., Tuesday at the Crawford Funeral Home in Jerseyville, where funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m., Wednesday. Rev. Seeram Garney will officiate. Burial will be in the Valhalla Memorial Park in Godfrey with the Jerseyville American Legion Post 492 conducting military graveside rites. Memorials may be given to the Riverbend Humane Society in Jerseyville. ------------- Glenda (Kraushaar) Heflin's husband Lloyd Orval Heflin's 2nd wife Clara Roberta (Cunningham) Heflin's obituary - Clara Roberta Heflin, 77, died at 8:00 p.m., Saturday, March 12, 2016 at Jerseyville Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. She was born in Jerseyville on Aug. 1, 1938, the only child born to John & Doris Irene (Grizzle) Cunningham. In her own words, "I had the love of my parents and may namesake, my great grandmother, Clara Platto. She graduated from Jersey Community High School, and worked at Owens-Illinois and Mead Packaging,and later in life became a real estate agent with Homes of America Realty in Jerseyville. She married Lloyd Heflin on Oct. 1, 1988 in Lake Ozark, Mo., and together they were blessed with 26 years together before his death on Nov. 7, 2014. Surviving are a step daughter, Holly Heflin of St. Louis, Mo.; cousins, Jeanne & Paul Steinkuehler of Medora, Kathryn & Wilson Williams of Jerseyville, Charlotte & Raymond Campbell of Jacksonville, Vicki & Terry Trusty of Carrollton, Edna Ringhausen of Jerseyville, Denise Zimmerman and Elaine of St. Charles, IL., and Jonathan Zimmerman of Sycamore; two aunts, Phyllis Bradfisch of Wood River and Theda Jones of Jerseyville; brothers in law & sisters in law, Gary & Michele Heflin of Edwardsville, Jack & Sharon Heflin of Bethalto, and Gail & Larry Hausman of Godfrey; and some very special neighbors, John & Dana Wagner and Jim & Kim Chestney of Medora; along with her beloved canine companion, her Shih Tzu, Kujo. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m., Wednesday at the Crawford Funeral Home in Jerseyville, where funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m.. Thursday. Burial will be in the Valhalla Memorial Park in Godfrey alongside her beloved husband and parents. Memorials may be given to the Riverbend Humane Society in Jerseyville. -------------------- (7aa) Charles and Virginia (Christen) Kraushaar's son Charles Joseph Kraushaar Jr. lived in Hillview, IL. He died Friday, Dec. 18, 2009, at White Hall Nursing & Rehab Center at age 86. He married Alice Newton 9-12-1953. Charles Joseph Kraushaar and Alice (Newton) Kraushaar had these children-Phillip Wayne Kraushaar, Charles W. Kraushaar, Joseph N. Kraushaar, Gail Kraushaar, and Vicki Kraushaar. ---------------- Charles Joseph Kraushaar's obituary - Charles Joseph Kraushaar, 86, husband of Alice, died at 4:50 a.m. Friday, Dec. 18, 2009, at White Hall Nursing & Rehab Center. Cremation rites have been accorded and no services are scheduled. Crawford Funeral Home in Jerseyville is in charge of arrangements. ---------------- (1aaa) Charles Joseph Kraushaar and Alice (Newton) Kraushaar's son Phillip Wayne Kraushaar's obituary - Phillip Wayne Kraushaar; b. 6 Jan 1960; d. 15 May 1984, rural Hillview, IL; Bu.: Pine Tree Cem., near Patterson, IL; Fa.: Charles J. Kraushaar; Mo.: Alice Newton; Survived by his parents; two brothers: Charles W and Joseph N Kraushaar, both of White Hall; two sisters: Mrs. Don (Gail) Wells of Anchorage, Alaska, and Mrs. Gary (Vicki) Bushnell of Roodhouse; and a grandmother: Florence H. Newton of rural Hillview. ---------------- (2aaa) Charles Joseph Kraushaar and Alice (Newton) Kraushaar's son Charles W. Kraushaar's wife Dawn Rene (Stratton) Kraushaar's obituary - Dawn Rene (Stratton) Kraushaar; b. 20 Aug 1958, Jacksonville, IL; d. 20 Dec 1991; Bu.: Pine Tree Cem., Patterson, IL; resident of rural Hillview, IL; M. Charles W. Kraushaar on 30 Dec 1978 in Hillview, IL; Fa.: Donald Virgil Stratton; Mo.: Romona Grimmett; Survived by her parents; her father of Kentucky and her mother: Romona Mattera of Waverly; her husband; two daughters: Casey Joe and Codey Jae, both at home; her paternal grandparents: Bill and Verna Stratton of Palmyra; three brothers: Donald Wayne Stratton of Springfield, MO, Michael Kent Stratton Meredosia and Michael Anthony Mattera of Springfield; two sisters: Angela Nichole Martin of Waverly and Mrs. J. D. (Mickey) Staats of White Hall.; Preceded by one brother: Robert Scott Stratton Grimmett; and her maternal grandparents; Florence and Paul Grimmett. -------------------- (8aa) Charles and Virginia (Christen) Kraushaar's son George Thomas Kraushaar was born in Jersey County on Sept. 2, 1929. He died Sept. 21, 2012, at the Missouri Baptist Hospital in St. Louis County, Mo. He married Martha Hamm in July of 1962 in Grafton, IL. George and Martha (Hamm) Kraushaar had these children-Billie Jo Kraushaar, Tammy Kraushaar, George Thomas Kraushaar Jr., and Diane Kraushaar. ---------- Charles and Virginia (Christen) Kraushaar Sr.'s son George Thomas Kraushaar's obituary - George Thomas Kraushaar Sr., 83, died at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 21, 2012, at the Missouri Baptist Hospital in St. Louis County, Mo. He was born in Jersey County on Sept. 2, 1929, the last surviving of 13 children born to the late Charles and Virginia (Christen) Kraushaar Sr. George was raised on the family farm, and farming never left his blood. He enjoyed anything outdoors whether it was working the ground, hunting, fishing or just enjoying nature. He was a machinist at Olin for many years retiring in 1991, but enjoyed farming more than anything. He and his wife, Martha, were residents of White Hall for more than 45 years where they raised their family, but recently relocated to Jerseyville in 2007. He married the former Martha Hamm in July of 1962 in Grafton, and together they have shared 50 years of marriage. Surviving are his wife, Martha Kraushaar of Jerseyville; two daughters and sons-in-law, Billie Jo and Pat Parker of Alton, and Tammy and Steve Vuylsteke of St. Louis, Mo.; two grandchildren, Becca and Matt Parker; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and siblings, he was preceded in death by his two beloved children; a son, George Thomas Kraushaar Jr. in 1980; and a daughter, Diane Holloway in 1986. Family and friends are invited to attend at graveside service at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 25, at the Fieldon Cemetery with the Rev. Gary Evans officiating. Memorials may be given to the American Heart Association in care of Crawford Funeral Home in Jerseyville, who has been entrusted with the services. -------------------- (9aa) Charles and Virginia (Christen) Kraushaar's son John Kraushaar lived in White Hall, IL. John N. Kraushaar, 72, of White Hall, died Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007, in St. Charles, Mo. His memorial services, were at 10 a.m. Monday Nov. 12, 2007 at White Hall Pentecostal Church. -------------------- (10aa) Charles and Virginia (Christen) Kraushaar's son Laverne Lamont Kraushaar was born in 1918, and died in 1926. He is buried in the Fieldon Cemetery. -------------------- (11aa) Charles and Virginia (Christen) Kraushaar's son Monroe Clayton Kraushaar was born May 3, 1932 in Jersey County, Illinois, and died Mar. 25, 1946 near Spankey, Jersey County, Illinois. He is buried in the Fieldon Cemetery in Jersey County, Illinois. -------------- Monroe Clayton Kraushaar's obituary - TUESDAY, MARCH 26, Boy, 13, Found In Coma, Dies Inquest Will Be Tonight at Jerseyville - JERSEYVILLE, March 26, 1946 — Monroe Clayton Kraushaar, 13, son of Mr. nnd Mrs. Charles Kraushaar of near Spankey, died Monday at 11:45 p.m. at his home several hours after he had been found in a coma on the ground near a granary, where he had been sent earlier in the evening on an errand. Cause of his death is unknown and an inquest will be conducted tonight by Coroner Herbert Gubser at Gubser Funeral Home. Monroe was found by a brother who had been sent to search for him when he did not return to the house with corn for which he had been sent. He was unconscious when found by his brother and he remained in a coma until his death. The youth, one of 10 children of Mr. and Mrs. Kraushaar, was born May 3, 1932 in Jersey County. Surviving in addition to his parents are five brothers, Kenneth, Jerseyville; Durward, Eldred; George and John, both at home, and Charles, a member of the United States Army of Occupation in Germany, and four sisters, Mrs. Dorothy Waddell and Mrs. Alice Snydor, Chicago; Mrs. Oscar Johnson, California, and Miss June Kraushaar, at home. The body is at Gubser Funeral Home in Jerseyville pending funeral arrangements. -------------------- (12aa) Charles and Virginia (Christen) Kraushaar's son Gerald D. Kraushaar was born in 1927, and died in 1938. He is buried in the Fieldon Cemetery. -------------- (13aa) Charles and Virginia (Christen) Kraushaar's son Arthur Christian Kraushaar was a Machinist's Mate 3c, USN (United States Navy) during World War II. He was reported MIA (Missing IN Action) 08-09-1942, and among the service personnel not recovered following World War II. (Note: From Alton Evening Telegraph Article dated Aug. 10, 1945 - Fieldon Seaman Listed as Killed Arthur Kraushaar Previously Reported Missing JERSEYVILLE — The United States Navy has listed Fireman 1/c Arthur Christian Kraushaar of the Fieldon vicinity as officially dead. A letter to that effect has been received by his parents Mr. and Mrs. Charles Kraushaar of Fieldon. The letter was written by the Navy Department July 27th announcing that the department had listed the service man as dead. His name had been carried since 9—August—1942 as missing In action. F. 1/c Kraushaar lost his life while a member of the crew of the USS Jarvis while that vessel was in action against the enemy off Guadalcanal August 3rd, 1942. This ship was hit by enemy air attacks. A ship on patrol duty last say the Jarvis the morning of August 9th, 1942 presumably enroute to the repair base at Moumea on New Caledonia. The Jarvis never reached the repair base and an Intensive search from the sea and air failed to ever locate the ship. None of the personnel of the ship was ever found. Fireman Kraushaar enlisted in the Navy In June, 1940 and was first trained at Great Lakes, Illinois. Before leaving for overseas service, he was stationed at Seattle, Wash., and San Diego, Calif. He was in the war zone from the day of the Pearl Harbor attack December 7th, 1941, until the time of his death. He Is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Kraushaar; six brothers and four sisters; Pvt. Charles Kraushaar of Camp Wolters, Texas, George, John and Monroe, who reside at home, Kenneth of Jerseyville and Durward of Spankey; Mrs. Violet Johnson of Long Beach, Calif., Miss June Kraushaar, at home; Mrs. Alice Vroman of Aurora and Mrs. Dorothy Waddell of Chicago.) -------------------- Charles Kraushaar and his wife Virginia are both buried in the Fieldon Cemetery, Richwood Township, Jersey County, IL. ---------------- (7a) Joseph and Christina (Martin) Kraushaar's daughter Elizabeth Gertrude Kraushaar was born in 1895 in Richwood Township, Jersey County, IL. She married James N. Tucker 4-14-1911 in Jersey County, IL. He was the son of Frank and Sidney (Miller) Tucker. He died 5-17-1976 at age 85. His wife Elizabeth preceded him in death. They had 7 children-Alfred Tucker, Arthur Tucker, Jerome Tucker, Howard Tucker, Eva Tucker, Jessie Tucker, and Virgil Leon Tucker. ---------------- (1aa) James and Elizabeth (Kraushaar) Tucker's son Alfred N. Tucker was born 4-7-1917 in Jersey County, IL, and died 4-18-1985 in Jerseyville, IL. He married Margaret Young and they lived in Jerseyville, IL. They had 3 children-Frank Tucker, Kevin Tucker, and Alfred S. Tucker all of Jerseyville, IL. ---------------- (2aa) James and Elizabeth (Kraushaar) Tucker's son Arthur E. Tucker was born 12-31-1914, and died 4-1-1990. His burial was in Grimes-Neely cemetery, English Township, Jersey County, IL. He married Cordelia Cox 8-10-1936. He lived in Fidelity, IL. ---------------- (3aa) James and Elizabeth (Kraushaar) Tucker's son Jerome E. Tucker was born 3-20-1928, and died 11-15-1985. He married Ellen Lucille Mortland 10-15-1947 in St. Charles, MO. She was born 2-4-1928, and died 11-8-2003, the daughter of Walter and Beulah (Funk) Mortland. They lived in Jerseyvile, IL. They are both buried in the Fieldon Cemetery, Richwood Township, Jersey County, IL. ---------------- (4aa) James and Elizabeth (Kraushaar) Tucker's son Howard Hubert Tucker was born May 27, 1923, in Grafton, Jersey County, IL. He died at age 79, Jan. 2, 2003, at Greenwood Manor West Nursing Home in Jerseyville. His burial was near his parents at the Fieldon Cemetery. ---------------- (5aa) James and Elizabeth (Kraushaar) Tucker's daughter Eva Mae Tucker is deceased. She married Raymond Dunsing 10-11-1947 and they lived in Jerseyville, IL. They had a son Danny Dunsing who lives in Kane, IL. ---------------- (6aa) James and Elizabeth (Kraushaar) Tucker's daughter Jessie S. Tucker was born in 1911 and died in 1971. She is buried at Fieldon Cemetery, Richwood Township, Jersey County, IL. She married Claude L. Cope 3-14-1928. He was born in 1910 and died in 1971. He is also buried in Fieldon Cemetery. Claude and Jessie (Tucker) Cope had these children-Nellie Cope, Dollie Cope, Doris Jean Cope, Gale Cope, Keith Cope, and LeRoy Cope. -------------------------- (1aaa) Claude and Jessie (Tucker) Cope's daughter Nellie Cope is married to Judson DeVerger of Fieldon, IL. -------------------------- (2aaa) Claude and Jessie (Tucker) Cope's daughter Dollie Cope was married to William McFarland of MI. -------------------------- (3aaa) Claude and Jessie (Tucker) Cope's daughter Doris Jean Cope was married to LeRoy Phillips of MI. -------------------------- (4aaa) Claude and Jessie (Tucker) Cope's son Gale Cope was born July 2, 1941 in MI. He was married to Janet Marie Johnston of Sterling Heights MI on November 25, 1961. -------------------------- (5aaa) Claude and Jessie (Tucker) Cope's son Keith C. Cope, 52, of Warren, Mich., formerly of the Fieldon area, died at 8:31 a.m. Saturday at Veteran's Administration Hospital in Allen Park, Mich. He was a master electrician and served in the U.S. Air Force. Born in Illinois, he was a son of the late Claude and Jessie (Tucker) Cope. Surviving him were a son, Robert K. Cope of Mattoon; two daughters, Cindy Negri of Great Falls, Mont., and Susan Chauvan of West Virginia Beach, Va., seven grandchildren; two brothers; and four sisters. ---------------- (7aa) James and Elizabeth (Kraushaar) Tucker's son Virgil Leon Tucker died in infancy. He was born 5-17-1926, and died 9-15-1927. He is buried at Hartford Cemetery, Quarry Township, Jersey County, IL. ---------------- Elizabeth (Kraushaar) Tucker and her husband James Tucker are both buried in the Fieldon Cemetery, Richwood Township, Jersey County, IL. ---------------- (8a) Joseph and Christina (Martin) Kraushaar's daughter Inas Kraushaar was born in 1914 in Richwood Township, Jersey County, IL, and died 12-26-1986 in Godfrey, IL. She married Roy Edward Gallup November 19, 1940. He preceded her in death. He was killed in action in 1944 in World War II. He was a son of Joseph H. and Luella Gallup. They lived in Godfrey, IL. Inas (Kraushaar) Gallup is buried in Rose Lawn Memory Garden Cemetery in Bethalto, IL. ------------------- Joseph and Christina (Martin) Kraushaar's daughter Inas (Kraushaar) Gallup's obituary - Mrs. Inas L Gallup, 72, died December 26, 1986, in Godfrey, after a long illness. She was born in Jersey county, daughter of the late Joseph & Christina (Martin) Kraushaar. Her husband, Roy E Gallup preceded her in death. Surviving are 1 brother, Otto Kraushaar of Jerseyville; and 1 sister, Anna Mayfield of East Alton. Visitation was from Jacoby Brothers funeral home in Jerseyville. Burial was in Rose Lawn Memory Gardens in Bethalto. Memorials may be given to Ronald Mcdonald House. ------------ Inas (Kraushaar) Gallup's husband Roy Edward Gallup's obituary - Roy Edward Gallup age 30 died November 6, 1944 in the European area. Living in Alton formally of Carrollton. Parents Mrs. Louella Gallup and the late Joseph H. Gallup. He arrived in England June 6th, later to France. He worked at Western in Alton, Illinois. Married Inas Kraushaar of Jerseyville, November 19, 1940. ----------------- (1aa) Inas (Kraushaar) Gallup had a son Louis Perkins who was adopted by another family. Her son Louis Perkins's obituary - Louis Perkins of Alton, passed away on December 5, 2006. Louis Perkins was born on August 11, 1932. His parents were Cora Scott-Harris and Arnold Scott. He attended the Edwardsville and Alton public schools, and he served in the United States Air Force. Louis Perkins was a bricklayer for Laclede Steel for 33 years, retiring in 1995, and he worked for 10 years as a security guard at Lewis and Clark Community College. Louis Perkins is survived by his mother, Cora, his ex-wives, Lena Simpson Perkins and Eva Smith Perkins; his sons, Joseph Simpson, Louis R. Perkins, and Charles C. Perkins; his stepson, Lamont Smith; His daughters, Janie Couselt, Deborah (Ronald) Betts, and Mary "Penny" Perkins; his five grandchildren; his five great-grandchildren; his sisters, Carolyn Fields, Phyllis (Henry) Moore, Virginia Marie Perkins, Sallie (Albert) Wilkerson, and Edna Perkins; his stepsister, Tyra Taylor; his special friend, Orville D. Johnson; his special cousin, Myrtle Ahart; and his nieces, nephews, and cousins. ----------------- (1aaa) Louis and Lena (Simpson) Perkins's son Louis Rueben Perkins's obituary - Louis Rueben Perkins, 54, died at 11:11 p.m. Friday, Oct. 31, 2008, at his home. He was born to the union of the late Louis and Lena (Simpson) Perkins in Orlando, Fla. In September 2003, he was wed in holy matrimony to Donna Hawkins. She survives. He attended Alton public schools and Marquette Catholic High School. Early in life, Louis had a love for Christ and attended Good Samaritan Church; he also worshipped with Shalom City of Peace Church. He was employed with Superior Bros. Inc. in Granite City. He enjoyed working on and repairing cars. In addition to his wife, left to cherish his memory are his mother; a daughter, Chimere (Demetric) Perkins-Williams; two brothers, Joseph Simpson and Christopher Perkins; three sisters, Diane Coussett, Deborah Betts and Mary Perkins; two best friends, Jerry Davenport and Myles "Bud" Musgrove; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until services at 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 7, at Monroe Memorial C.O.G.I.C. Pastor Gregory L. Harrison will officiate. Interment will be at St. Joseph Cemetery in Alton. Services endearingly entrusted to Harrison Funeral Chapel and Cremation Center of Alton. ---------------- (9a) Joseph and Christina (Martin) Kraushaar's daughter Kate (Kathryn) Kraushaar born in 1896 in Richwood Township, Jersey County, IL. She married James Pearl Goshorn. He was born March 27, 1903 a son of Nicholas & Gertrude (Coombs) Goshorn. He died at age 69. His wife Kathryn (Kraushaar) Goshorn preceded him in death. He worked at the Alton Box Board Company and they lived in Jerseyville. They are survived by 1 daughter, Mrs Hugh (Stella) Siebert of Brighton. Kathryn (Kraushaar) Goshorn and her husband James Goshorn are both buried in Oak Grove Cemetery in Jerseyville, IL. ------------------ Kathryn (Kraushaar) Goshorn's husband James Pearl Goshorn's obituary - James Pearl Goshorn, 69, was dead on arrival at Jersey County Memorial hospital. His death was unexpected. Final rites were held at Jacoby Brothers funeral home in Jerseyville. Rev William Smith officiated. Burial was in Oak Grove cemetery. A retired employee of Alton Box Board Co., he was born March 27, 1903 a son of Nicholas & Gertrude (Coombs) Goshorn. His wife Kathryn (Kraushaar) Goshorn, is deceased. He is survived by 1 daughter, Mrs Hugh (Stella) Siebert of Brighton; 1 brother, William Goshorn of Summerville, SC; and 1 sister, Mrs Agnes Devening of Jerseyville. His parents 2 sisters and 1 brother preceded him in death. ---------------- (10a) Joseph and Christina (Martin) Kraushaar's daughter Julia Kraushaar married a Cross. ----------------- (11a) Joseph and Christina (Martin) Kraushaar's daughter Josephine Kraushaar was born 6-8-1901 in Richwood Township, Jersey County, IL, and she died 11-25-1979 in Jerseyville, IL. She married Edward Maltimore, he died 5-14-1959. ------------------- Joseph and Christina (Martin) Kraushaar's daughter Josephine (Kraushaar) Maltimore's obituary - Mrs. Josephine Maltimore, died 11-25-1979. Josephine Maltimore, 78, of 208 Kenwood Jerseyville died at 3:45 a.m. November 25 at the daughter's home in Godfrey. She was born June 8, 1901 in Calhoun County, the daughter of Joseph and Christine Martin Kraushaar. She married Edward Maltimore and he died may 14,1959. She is survived by one son, Perry Maltimore, Jerseyville; three daughters, Mary Foster and Bonita Sherman, Jerseyville and Opal Kruckeberg, Godfrey; two brothers, Otto Kraushaar, Spanky and Chris . . . ------------------ Edward and Josephine (Kraushaar) Maltimore had 7 children-Joseph Maltimore, Raymond Maltimore, Perry Maltimore, Mary Maltimore, Bonita Maltimore, Opal Maltimore, and Edward Maltimore Jr. ----------------- (1aa) Edward and Josephine (Kraushaar) Maltimore's son Joseph Maltimore was born 11-24-1918 in Greene County, IL, died 7-20-1979 in Granite City, IL. He married Annetta Evelyn Cummings born 6-15-1920, died 11-7-2001, the daughter of Alonzo and Anna (Dean) Cummings. They had 6 children-Gilbert Lee Maltimore of Hillview, IL, Larry Gene Maltimore of East Alton, IL, Mary Lou Maltimore who married John Baker of Otterville, IL, Carrie Sue Maltimore who married a Stephens of Jerseyville, IL, Linda Kay Maltimore of Otterville, IL, and Howard Allen Maltimore (deceased) born 2-6-1940, died 9-28-2005, married Mary Esther Hewlett 9-22-1959 of Jerseyville, IL. They had 3 children-Joe and Mike Maltimore of Jerseyville, IL, and Candy Maltimore who married Larry Collard of Pittsfield, IL. ----------------- (2aa) Edward and Josephine (Kraushaar) Maltimore's son Raymond Maltimore was born 5-24-1921 in Jerseyville, IL, and died 6-13-1974 in Jerseyville, IL. He married Alberta Hunter. ----------------- (3aa) Edward and Josephine (Kraushaar) Maltimore's son Perry Maltimore lived in Jeseyville, IL. He is deceased. He was born 5-5-1923. He married Loretta Lee Stevens 11-1-1955. She died February 4, 1988. They had a son Perky Maltimore who lives in Jerseyville, IL. ----------------- (4aa) Edward and Josephine (Kraushaar) Maltimore's daughter Bonita Maltimore married Wendell Sherman of Jerseyville, IL. He died 5-15-1991. He is buried at Oak Grove Cemetery in Jerseyville, IL. ----------------- (5aa) Edward and Josephine (Kraushaar) Maltimore's daughter Opal Maltimore married Leo Kruckeberg. He died 3-30-1998. His wife Opal preceded him in death. They lived in Godfrey, IL. She had 2 children from a previous marriage-Robert Reynolds of Jerseyville, IL, and Judith Bell of Houston, Texas. ----------------- (6aa) Edward and Josephine (Kraushaar) Maltimore's daughter Mary Maltimore was born 9-23-1926 in Fieldon, IL, and died 6-12-1992 in Jerseyville, IL. She married Warren Foster 2-2-1977 after her first husband Everett Pressley died 5-16-1974. Warren Foster died 6-8-1988. They lived in Jeseyville, IL. She had 7 children-Gary Pressley who preceded her in death, Roy Pressley, Earl Maltimore of Jerseyville, IL, James Snyder of Jerseyville, IL, Kenneth Snyder of Alton, IL, Josephine "Jody" Weller and Marilyn Smith both of Jerseyville, IL. ----------------- (7aa) Edward and Josephine (Kraushaar) Maltimore's son Edward Maltimore Jr. died in infancy in 1933. ------------------- Josephine (Kraushaar) Maltimore and her husband Edward Maltimore are both buried in Oak Grove Cemetery in Jerseyvile, IL. ---------------- (12a) Joseph and Christina (Martin) Kraushaar's daughter Anna Kraushaar married Allen Mayfield, and they had these children-Betty Lou (Mayfield) Scoggins and Violet R. (Mayfield) McGee. ----------- (1a) Allen Mayfield and Anna (Kraushaar) Mayfield's daughter Betty Lou (Mayfield) Scoggins's obituary - Betty L Scoggins, 66, died at 1 p.m. Thursday, Sept 1, 1994, at Christian Hospital Northeast in St Louis County after a short illness. She was employed in the housekeeping department at Alton Memorial Hospital for 22 years, retiring in 1992. Born July 23, 1928, in Waggoner, she was the daughter of Anna (Kraushaar) Mayfield of East Alton and the late Allen Mayfield. In addition to her mother, surviving are a daughter, Marilyn Meisenheimer of Bethalto; a son, Kevin Cartee of East Alton; three grandchildren, Jay Tomerlin and Chad and Ryan Meisenheimer; a great-grandchild, Brian Tomerlin; and a sister, Violet McGee of East Alton. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Monday at Gray Funeral Home in Wood River, where services will be at 1O a.m. Tuesday. The Rev. I.T. Beard will officiate. Burial will be in Rose Lawn Memory Gardens in Bethalto. (Note: Betty Lou (Mayfield) Scoggins in the 1940 Census was Age 11, born abt 1928/1929, Birthplace-Illinois, Gender-Female, Race-White. Home in 1940 - 107 Curtis Avenue, Jerseyville, Jersey County, Illinois. Household Members: Head - Allen Mayfield age 36, Wife - Anna (Kraushaar) Mayfield age 30, Daughter - Betty Lou Mayfield age 11, Daughter - Violet R. Mayfield age 7. This snapshot of Betty Lou Mayfield's life was captured by the 1940 U.S. Census. When Betty Lou Mayfield was born about 1929, her father, Allen Mayfield, was 25, and her mother, Anna (Kraushaar) Mayfield, was 19. In 1940, Betty Lou Mayfield was 11 years old and lived in Jersey County, Illinois, with her father, mother, and sister.) ---------------- Joseph Kraushaar and his wife Christina are both buried in the Fieldon Cemetery in Fieldon, Richwood Township, Jersey County, IL. Go To Related Families-Page 2-1 Back to Related Families-Page 1 Return To My Homepage