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Marjorie L. Mangle - 88

11/5/1924 - 12/7/2012
Colchester

 Marjorie L. Mangle age 88 of Colchester. She passed away at the home of her daughter in Colchester at 8:10 A.M. Friday, December 7, 2012.  She was born November 5, 1924, to Silver Wright and Myrtle Mae Carle Lefler.  She was united in marriage to Edwin Anderson and later to George Mangle, they both preceded her in death.  Also preceding her were her parents, 2 Brothers; Milan and Lloyd Lefler.

Surviving to mourn her passing are 1 Son; Barry Steven Anderson and wife Roberta, 1 Daughter; Marsha Anderson, 2 Grandchildren, and 2 Great Grandchildren.
Marjorie was a member of the Colchester First Christian Church,  She had worked at Wesley Village and Private Elderly Care.
Private Graveside services will be held at Mt. Auburn Cemetery in Colchester with the Rev. Mark Smith.  Burial will take place at Mt. Auburn Cemetery.  Memorial is to the Colchester Rescue Squad.  To leave condolences to the family visit online at jonesmortuaryfh.com.

Lola L. Brewer - 85

4/4/1927 - 12/6/2012
Tennessee, Illinois

Lola L. Brewer age 85 of Tennessee, Illinois, passed away, Thursday, December, 6, 2012, at McDonough District Hospital in Macomb.  She was born April 4, 1927, in Colchester, to Charles and Elizabeth Martin Creasy.  She was united in marriage on September 20, 1975, in Colchester, to William (Bill) Brewer, he preceded her in death 2008.  Also preceding her in death are her parents, 1 Son; Ricky McDaniel, 1 Son In Law; Carroll Hetzel, 2 Sisters; Alleyne Kelley, Dorothy McClure, 8 Brothers; Richard, Larry, Harold, Raymond, Robert, Harlan and 2 Infant brothers.
Surviving to mourn her passing are 1 Daughter; Charlotte Hetzel, Tennessee, Illinois, 1 Step Daughter; Patricia Roberts, Maryland, 3 Step Sons; Gary and Linda Brewer, Elizabethtown, Ky, Michael and Carla Brewer, Louisville, Ky, Douglas and Yong Han Brewer, Seffner, Fl, 2 Grandchildren; Rick and Debbie Hetzel, Colchester, Kasey Hetzel, Tennessee, 4 Step Grandchildren; Lora and Tim Combs, Vanesa Brewer, Kim Brewer, Tracie, 3 Great Grandchildren; Samantha, Mike and Kyle, 2 Step Great Grandchildren; Stacia and Trevor and 2 Great Great Grandchildren; Mackenzie and Alexis, 1 Sister; Doris Barratt, Farmington, Illinois
Lola had worked at the Tennessee Cafe for many years, she was a member of the Macomb V.F.W. Aux., She had been the lead singer in the band Rockabillies for years, She loved watching soap operas, cooking for family and friends, working crossword puzzles, watching the humming birds around her home, and most of all she loved having he family around her.
Funeral services will be 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, December 11, 2012, at the Jones Mortuary in Colchester with Pastor Gerald White.  Burial will follow the services at Mt. Auburn Cemetery in Colchester.  Visitation with the family will be 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Monday at the funeral home.  Friends may view and sign the register book at the funeral home after 8:00 A.M. Monday till time of services.  Memorial is to the family.  To leave condolences to the family visit online at jonesmortuaryfh.com.

Anthony E. ( Toad ) Williams - 36

3/9/1976 - 12/4/2012
Tennessee, Illinois

Anthony E. ( Toad ) Williams age 36 of Tennessee, Illinois, passed away at 2:11 P.M. Tuesday, December 4, 2012, at McDonough District Hospital Emergency Room.  He was born March 9, 1976, in Macomb, Illinois, to Dennis (Zeke) and Brenda Bartlett Williams.
Surviving to mourn his passing are his Maternal Grand Parents; Glen and Sheryl Bartlett, Macomb, Twila and George Schrodt, Colchester, Mother; Brenda Williams and Dalen Kelly, 2 Sisters; Carrie and Ed Peters, Macomb, Deidre and Steve Carson, Colchester, 1 Brother; Dennis and Noel Williams, Colchester, 2 Aunts; Debbie Bartlett, Colchester, Lori and Scott Sibbing, Colchester, 2 Uncles: Steve and Peggy Williams, Colchester, Greg and Dee Bartlett, Alanata Georgia, 6 Nephews, 3 Nieces and 8 Special Cousins.
Anthony was preceded in death by his Father; Dennis (Zeke) Williams and Paternal Grand Parents; Melvin and Karen Williams.
Anthony was employed by Al Cook Electric, Adair.  He also was the lead singer for the Beck Brothers Band, he and his friends loved to get together on Sunday for Poker and Sunday Football.   He loved playing golf, Avid St Louis Cardinal Fan, Chicago Bear Fan,  He loved to cook for his family and friends along with being with family and friends. and most of all he loved his dogs.
Funeral services will be 2:00 P.M. Sunday, December 9, 2012, at West Prairie Middle School in Colchester, with the Rev. Mark Smith.  Burial will follow the services at Mt. Auburn Cemetery in Colchester.  Visitation with the family will be 4:00 to 7:00 P.M. Saturday, December 8, 2012, at the Jones Mortuary, in Colchester.  Friends may view and sign the register book at the funeral home after 8:00 A.M. Saturday.  Memorial is to the family.  To leave condolences to the family visit online at jonesmortuaryfh.com.

Michael E. Ogle - 57

9/8/1955 - 12/2/2012
Colchester

Michael E. Ogle age 57 of Colchester, passed away at 1:00 A.M. Sunday, December 2, 2012, at McDonough District Hospital Emergency Room.  He was born September 8, 1955, in Keokuk, Iowa to Paul and Phillis Thoreson Ogle. 
Michael was united in marriage to Annetta (Wetterich) Hoke in Macomb, Illinois on November 29, 2002, she survives of Colchester.  Also surviving to mourn his passing are his Mother and Step Father; Phyllis and Sam Shields of Colchester, Father; Paul Ogle, Augusta, Father In Law and Mother In Law: Mert and Jane Wetterich, Colchester, 1 Son; Michael P Ogle, Kansas City, MO., 1 Daughter; Deborah and Jeremiah Hollars, St. Joseph, MO., 1 Step Son; Nathan Hoke and Friend; Laura Cleland, 1 Step Daughter; Lissa Hoke, 3 Grandchildren; Jordan Ogle, Caysen Hollars, Dylan Hollars, 3 Step Grandchildren; Darion Cleland, Audrina Hoke, Kaylyn Ritter, 1 Sister; Beverly and Mike Drake, Macomb.
Michael was employed in the Transportation Department at Western Illinois University.
Memorial services will be 10:00 A.M. Friday, December 7, 2012, at the Jones Mortuary in Colchester, with the Rev. Clayton Hetzel.  Visitation with the family will be from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Thursday, at the funeral home.  Cremation rites have been accorded.  Burial of the cremains will be held at a later date.  Memorial is to the Humane Society of McDonough County.  To leave condolences to the family visit online at jonesmortuaryfh.com.

Rodney Paul Smith - 59

1/7/1953 - 11/30/2012
Tennessee, Illinois

Rodney Paul Smith age 59 of Tennessee, Illinois, passed away at 8:08 P.M. Friday, November 30, 2012, at McDonough District Hospital Emergency Room.  He was born June 7, 1953, in Macomb, Illinois to Harvey L. and Margery L. Martin Smith.
Surviving to mourn his passing is his Mother: Margery Smith of Tennessee, Illinois, 1 Niece; Jennifer Plate, 1 Nephew; Michael Smith, 1 Great Niece; Emileigh Hyneck, 1 Great Nephew; Rylan Hyneck along with many friends.
Rod was preceded in death by his Father; Harvey Smith, his Brother and Sister In - Law; H. Kent and Debby Smith.
Rod had worked at Norforge and Machining Inc.  He served his country in the United States Army.
Memorial Graveside services will be 11:00 A.M. Friday, December 7, 2012, at Mt. Auburn Cemetery in Colchester with Rev. Mark Smith.  Military services will be conducted at the grave by the Macomb V.F.W. Post 1921 and Macomb American Legion Post 6.  Cremation Rites have been accorded.  Friends may sign the register book at the Jones Mortuary on Thursday, December 6, 2012, from 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.  Memorial is to the Colchester United Methodist Church.  To leave condolences to the family visit online at jonesmortuaryfh.com.

Britten Gray Jr. - 85

10/1/1927 - 11/30/2012
Rural Tennessee, Illinois

Britten Gray Jr. age 85 of Rural Tennessee, Illinois, passed away at 4:15 P.M. Friday November 30, 2012, at the Illinois Veteran’s Home in Quincy, Illinois with his family at his side..  Britten was born October 1, 1927, in Gladstone, Illinois, to Britten Sr. and Linda (Hardy) Gray.
Britten was united in marriage on June 8, 1956, in Colchester, to Martha Logan, she survives of Tennessee, Illinois.  Also surviving to mourn his passing are 3 Sons: Freeman A. Gray of Rural Tennessee, Richard Gray and wife Kathryn (Nell) Gray of Rural Plymouth and Robert A. Gray and wife Shannon Gray of Colchester.  5 Grandchildren McKinzie (Gray) Parlier and Husband Daniel Parlier of Galesburg, Zoey Gray of rural Plymouth, Cori Dill of Colchester and Dalton and Dyllon Deeter of Colchester.  2 Great Grandchildren: Simon Peterson and Seth Parlier of Rural Rio.
He was preceded in death by his parents, 3 Brothers: Virgil, Clarence and Richard Gray, 2 Sisters: Mable Seitz and Linda Fern Smith.
Britten attended school through the 8th grade in Gladstone before moving with his family to Rever, Mo. where he graduated from high school in 1945.  In 1946 he was drafted into the U.S. Army where he served in the 10th Mountain Division as a Ski and Mountain Climbing instructor during World War II.  In 1949 he moved to Tennessee, Illinois where he met his beautiful Wife, Martha Logan.  He was a farmer and was also employed at Western Illinois University for 25 years in the Building and Grounds.  He served on several boards including the Hancock County Soil and Water Conservation and the Lamoine Valley Association.  He helped form the Resource, Conservation and Development board and served as President of the Plymouth School Board.  He enjoyed hobbies such as playing the Piano, singing, hunting, fishing gardening, cooking and visiting with family and friends.
Funeral services will be 10:00 A.M. Thursday, December 6, 2012, at the Jones Mortuary, in Colchester, with Pastor Gerald White.  Burial will be 2:30 P.M. Thursday, December 6, 2012, at Oquawka Cemetery, Oquawka, Illinois.  Visitation with the family will be 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Wednesday, December 5, 2012, at the funeral home.  Friends may view and sign the register book at the funeral home after 9:00 A.M. Wednesday till time of services.  Memorial is to the Illinois Veterans Home in Quincy, Illinois or Donors Choice.  To leave condolences to the family visit online at jonesmortuaryfh.com.

Louis Burdette Breeden - 89

12/2/1922 - 11/15/2012
Macomb

Louis Burdette Breeden age 89 of Macomb, Illinois, passed away at 7:58 A.M. Thursday, November 15, 2012, at the Elms Nursing Home in Macomb.  He was born December 2, 1922, in Industry, Illinois to Clifford and Nellie Grimm Breeden.  He was united in marriage on October 4, 1942, in Kahoka, Mo. to Betty Jean Wisslead, she preceded him in death on August 3, 2007, also preceding were his parents and 1 Sister; Betty Lou Weaver.
Surviving to mourn his passing are 1 Daughter; Sandra and Dannie Royer, Macomb, 2 Grandchildren: Christina Kay Hughes, Kenosha, Wi., Theresa Jean Royer Garbis, Pleasanton, Ca., 3 Great Grandchildren: Amanda, Zachary and Kaylin.
Burdette served his country, during World War II in the United States Army.  Hehad been employed at Bear Plumbing and Heating in Macomb, McDonough District Hospital, St. Frances Hospital in Macomb, in the maintenance departments, along with Heinz and Shelor mobile homes. 
Graveside services will be 10:30 A.M. Tuesday, November 20, 2012, at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Macomb, with the Rev. Jack Beard.  Burial will take place at Forest Lawn Cemetery with military rites at the grave by the Macomb VFW and Macomb American Legion.  Visitation with the family will be from 6:30 to 8:00 P.M. Monday, November 19, 2012, at the Jones Mortuary in Colchester.  Friends may view and sign the register book at the funeral home after 9:00 A.M. Monday.  To leave condolences to the family visit online at jonesmortuaryfh.com.

Judy (Shepler) Brown - 62

7/12/1950 - 11/3/2012
Colchester

Judy Shepler Brown age 62 of Colchester, passed away at 5:15 A.M. Saturday, November 3, 2012, at her home in Colchester.  She was born July 25, 1950, in LaHarpe, Illinois, to Fred L. Sr. and Freida A. Welch Shepler.  Judy was married to Melvin A. Brown Sr., on May 07, 1977.
Surviving to mourn her passing are 2 Sons; Melvin A. Brown Jr. (AJ) of Colchester, Tom and Nicol Brown of Monmouth, 2 Daughters; Chrystal and Tim Savage of Carthage, Peggy Brown of Plymouth, 9 Grandchildren, 2 Great Grandchildren, 3 Brothers; Jerry and Lisa Shepler of Colchester, Fred and Michelle Shepler of Tennessee, James Shepler and family of Galesburg, 1 special niece; Michelle and Troy (Shepler) Martin, 3 Nieces; Layla Shepler, Angela and Jim Richardson, Colchester, Elizabeth Bostic, Colchester, 4 Nephews; Rusty Bostic, Tennessee, Jerry Shepler Jr., Brandon and Wesley Shepler, 9 Great Nieces, 4 Great Nephews, 1 Great-Great Nephew and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
Judy was preceded in death by her parents.
Judy enjoyed children, gathering with family and friends, playing cards and being a homemaker.  She lived in the Plymouth area, earlier in her life before moving to the Colchester area.  Judy never met a stranger, she was liked by many and loved by more.
Cremation Rites have been accorded.  Memorial services will be 11:00 A.M. Saturday, November 17, 2012, at the Jones Mortuary, in Colchester, with the Pastor Jim Richardson.  Burial will be at Mt. Auburn Cemetery in Colchester.  Visitation with the family will be from 10:00 to 11:00 A.M. Saturday, November 17, 2012, at the funeral home.  Memorial is to the family.  To leave condolences to the family visit online at jonesmortuaryfh.com.

George M. McCullough - 86

2/13/1926 - 10/30/2012
Macomb

George M. McCullough age 86 went to be with his Lord at 5:15 A.M. Tuesday October 30, 2012, at the Bickford Cottage in Macomb, Illinois.  George was born February 13, 1926, in Macomb, Illinois to George Seth and Lucie Mae Boyd Munger and was adopted by John and Mary Adell Green McCullough.
He was united in marriage to Isabelle Schulte on December 22, 1951, in Colchester, she survives of Macomb, also surviving to mourn his passing are 2 Sons; William and Susan McCullough, Fuguay Varina, North Carolina, Robert and Lori McCullough, Macomb, 1 Daughter; Barbara and Randy Ebert, Bushnell, 8 Grandchildren, 4 Great Grandchildren.
George was preceded in death by his parents, 3 Brothers; Roy, Paul and John Munger, 2 Sisters; Muriel Atanasoff and Frances Olson.
He was a member of the Macomb American Legion Post 6, Colchester First Baptist Church, Past member of the Kiwanis of Atkinson, Illinois, Colchester Fire Department, and Boy Scouts.  He had been employed with Simpson Powellson Lumber Company for 36 years, Lake Argyle State Park for 2 years and Freeman United Coal for 7 years, and with George J. Jones helping with the Jones Mortuary, Ambulance Service.  He served his country proud in the United States Army during World War II, where, he was at the Battle of the Bulge where he was wounded.  He also was the last soldier to cross the Remagen Bridge before it blew up.
Funeral services will be 11:00 A.M. Saturday, November 3, 2012, at the Colchester First Baptist Church in Colchester with the Rev. Dennis Clements and Rev. Tom Schulte. Burial will take place following the services at Mt. Auburn Cemetery, Colchester, with full military Rites at the grave by the Macomb V.F.W. Post 1921 and the Macomb American Legion Post 6.  Visitation with the family will be 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Friday, November 2, 2012, at the Jones Mortuary in Colchester.  Friends may view and sign the register book at the funeral home after 8:00 A.M. Friday.  Memorial is to the Colchester First Baptist Church.  To leave condolences to the family visit online at jonesmortuaryfh.com.

Gaylord L. Webster - 88

4/26/1924 - 9/24/2012
Macomb, Illinois formerly of Colchester

Gaylord L. Webster age 88 of 900 East Jefferson Street, in Macomb formerly of Colchester, passed away at 8:51 A.M. Monday, September 24, 2012, at McDonough District Hospital in Macomb.  He was born April 27, 1924, in Colchester to Sam and Bertha Vawter Webster.
Gaylord was united in marriage to Betty Jean Roberts, she preceded him in death on May 9, 2009.  He was united in marriage on January 14, 1983 in Good Hope, Illinois to Leila E. Beall, she survives of Macomb, also surviving to mourn his passing are 2 Sons; Wayne and Sally Webster, Fairview, Illinois, Richard Kent and Diane Reed, Melrose, Florida, 3 Daughters; Cheryl Nelson, Sciota, Luan and Darrell Ipensen, Bowen, and Nancy Reed, Canton, Illinois. 11 Grandchildren, 16 Great Grandchildren, 1 Sister; Genevieve Porter, Canton, Illinois.
Gaylord was preceded in death by his parents, 1 Son; Scott Webster, 1 Grand Daughter; Kris Webster, 1 Sister; Grace Justus, 3 Brothers; George, Marion and Cecil.
Gaylord had been a farmer most of his life and served his country in the Untied States Army.
Graveside services will be 10:00 A.M. Friday, September 28, 2012, at Mt. Auburn Cemetery in Colchester, with the Rev. Mark Smith.  Military rites at the grave will be conducted by the Macomb V.F.W. and Macomb American Legion.  Friends may call at the Jones Mortuary in Colchester after 9:00 A.M. Thursday.  Memorials are to the Fraternal Order of Police - Shop with a Cop. or Colchester United Methodist Church.   To leave condolences to the family visit online at jonesmortuaryfh.com.

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