The engine did return on Monday, during the daytime, and thanks to Sam DePino for
this film.
Saturday, July 30, 2011
from www.martin-funeralhomes.com
Alice was born October 19, 1943 in Onarga, a daughter of Marion and Avorilla (Roper) Henry. She married Francis “Junior” Dohman, December 3, 1960 in Piper City. He survives.
Also surviving are: one daughter: Valerie (Bob) Daniels of Marine on St. Croix, MN; two sons: Robert (Jill) Dohman of Gibson City and Joe Dohman of Chatsworth; three grandchildren: Brandon, Bradley, and Brendon Dohman; one great-grandson: Carter Dohman; one brother: Max (Teona) Henry of Gilman and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, three sisters: Charlotte, Betty, and Carroll, and one brother: Dempsey.
Mrs. Dohman worked at Nichols Homeshield in Chatsworth for 37 years until retiring in 2004.
She loved camping, fishing, and boating. She enjoyed gambling, especially slot machines. She also enjoyed reading, watching television and movies, and playing cards with her family.
Alice M. Dohman, 67, of Chatsworth passed away at 6:45PM Thursday July 28, 2011 at Piper City Rehab & Living Center in Piper City after fighting a 6 year battle with cancer.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00AM Saturday August 6, 2011 at St. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Chatsworth with Rev. B.K. Tran & Rev. Richard Brunskill officiating. Visitation will be 5:00PM to 7:00PM Friday August 5, 2011 at Martin Funeral Home in Chatsworth, where memorials may be made to Cancer Care Center of Normal, Piper City Rehab & Living Center or to the Chatsworth Fire Department. Cremation Rites will be accorded following mass. Alice was born October 19, 1943 in Onarga, a daughter of Marion and Avorilla (Roper) Henry. She married Francis “Junior” Dohman, December 3, 1960 in Piper City. He survives.
Also surviving are: one daughter: Valerie (Bob) Daniels of Marine on St. Croix, MN; two sons: Robert (Jill) Dohman of Gibson City and Joe Dohman of Chatsworth; three grandchildren: Brandon, Bradley, and Brendon Dohman; one great-grandson: Carter Dohman; one brother: Max (Teona) Henry of Gilman and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, three sisters: Charlotte, Betty, and Carroll, and one brother: Dempsey.
Mrs. Dohman worked at Nichols Homeshield in Chatsworth for 37 years until retiring in 2004.
She loved camping, fishing, and boating. She enjoyed gambling, especially slot machines. She also enjoyed reading, watching television and movies, and playing cards with her family.
Monday, July 25, 2011
New Pics
Parade Pics from The Blade
Obits from the Chatsworth Plaindealer
Glabe Infant
Harman Trauman
Heie Frerichs
Elder Trask
Mary Roach
William Robinson,Sr.
Peter Shroyer
Patrick Murphy
David Reynolds
Henry Graling
Mrs. Maggie Oliver
Mrs. Lizzie Casteel
Mrs. John Burger
Henry Flessner
William Westerhouse
Joe Spranburg
Miss Mary Fitzmaurice
Miss Lillie Linn
Jane Ann Boardhead
Charles Brooks
Patrick Fay, Sr.
Sarah J. Braddock
James Edward Dancy
Maggie McGrael ? (McGreal)
Patrick McCarty
Mrs. Alvaretta Seeberger
Dr. Frank A. Nichols
Edward Wrede
Cady Infant
Eva Clark
Lyle Shepherd
Stories from 1887-1888-1889
Saturday, July 23, 2011
Obits from the Chatsworth Plaindealer
Glabe Infant
Harman Trauman
Heie Frerichs
Elder Trask
Mary Roach
William Robinson,Sr.
Peter Shroyer
Patrick Murphy
David Reynolds
Henry Graling
Mrs. Maggie Oliver
Mrs. Lizzie Casteel
Mrs. John Burger
Henry Flessner
William Westerhouse
Joe Spranburg
Miss Mary Fitzmaurice
Miss Lillie Linn
Jane Ann Boardhead
Charles Brooks
Patrick Fay, Sr.
Sarah J. Braddock
James Edward Dancy
Maggie McGrael ? (McGreal)
Patrick McCarty
Mrs. Alvaretta Seeberger
Dr. Frank A. Nichols
Edward Wrede
Cady Infant
Eva Clark
Lyle Shepherd
The 765 Steam Engine
Okay, after waiting 12 hours to see this piece of history, I came out with one picture,
not any good, but here is what I could find on it. Although it was a fun day, even dispite the heat!
The picture is from the Pantagraph and the link will take you to a video from the pantagraph.
I will be adding a link to a video taken right here in Chatsworth as soon as I can. Also the Logansport, Indiana newpaper reports that it will be making its return trip on Monday, July 25. So we can try again!!
Doris E. Rubinas, 74 of Chatsworth, IL, died on Tuesday, July 19, 2011 at 5:50 PM at the Piper City Rehab and Living Center in Piper City, IL.
Her graveside service will be held on Monday, July 25, 2011 at 1:00 PM at Chatsworth Cemetery, Chatsworth, IL. with Rev Corinne Blissard officiating. There will be no visitation. Martin Funeral Home, Chatsworth is handling the arrangements. Memorials in Doris’s name may be left to American Cancer Society. Doris was born on March 10, 1937 in St. Paul, MN., a daughter of Edward and Mary Bunke. She married Leroy Rubinas on November 12, 1968 at Las Vegas, NV. He survives in Chatsworth. Also surviving is 1 Son: Leroy A. (Rose) Rubinas-Appleton, NY. 1 Granddaughter: Melissa Rubinas and 1 Brother: Edward Bunke-Sacramento, CA. Doris was preceded in death by 3 Brothers.
Doris was educated in St. Paul MN schools and Concordia College. She was a Medical Secretary and a homemaker. She was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church-Chatsworth, IL.
From www.martin-funeralhomes.com
Barbara J. Wycoff, 74, of Forrest passed away at 10:58PM Monday July 11, 2011 at OSF St. James – John W. Albrecht Medical Center in Pontiac.
Funeral services will be 11:00AM Thursday July 14, 2011 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Forrest with Rev. Corinne Blissard officiating. Visitation will be 5:00PM to 8:00PM Wednesday July 13, 2011 at Martin Funeral Home in Forrest, and also one hour prior to services at the church. Memorials may be made to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church or Fairview Haven Nursing Home in Fairbury. Interment will be at the Chatsworth Cemetery.
Barbara was born February 5, 1937 in Pontiac, the daughter of Arthur and Verna (Haren) Bauerle. She graduated from Cullom High School, class of 1955 and married Leland Wycoff, January 15, 1961 in Charlotte, Illinois. He survives.
Also surviving are: three daughters: Ann (Mike) Arends of Waterman, IL; Amy (Jim) Viola of Elmhurst, IL and Lori (Scott) Stewart of St. Joseph, IL; eight grandchildren: Stephanie, Erica, and Alyssa Arends; Annie, Kristen and Lauren Viola; and Kylie and Jake Stewart; a sister-in-law: Florence Wycoff of Piper City; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, and two brothers: Milton and Bill Bauerle.
Barbara had worked for Honegger Farms, her and her husband’s family poultry farm, and lastly as a bookkeeper for Trainor Grain & Supply in Wing until retiring in 2000.
She was a very active member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Forrest. She loved her grandchildren, and was very involved in all their activities. She enjoyed baking and gardening, and was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend.
From www.pantagraph.com
LeROY — Glenn McKinley, 83, LeRoy, passed away at 2:12 p.m. Sunday (July 10, 2011) at OSF St. Joseph Medical Center, Bloomington.
His funeral will be at noon Thursday at Calvert-Belangee-Bruce Funeral Home, LeRoy. Burial will follow in East Lawn Memorial Gardens, Bloomington. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to noon Thursday at the funeral home. Memorial donations may be made to Muscular Dystrophy Association, 2424 W. Nebraska Ave., Peoria, IL 61604.
Glenn was born Nov. 19, 1927, in Charlotte Township, son of Clarence W. and Alice Milstead McKinley. Glenn married Sheralyn Shoemaker on Oct. 8, 1950, in Chatsworth. She passed away June 24, 1998.
Surviving are two daughters, Kathy (Ted) Lacina, Bartlett, and Debbie (Bobby) Underwood, Pontiac; two sons, Kevin McKinley, Bloomington, and Mark (Diana) McKinley, Tucson, Ariz.; 11 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; two sisters, Shirley Gifford, Lena, and Phyllis Leathers, Pinella Park, Fla.; one brother, Robert McKinley, Bloomington; and very dear friend, Patsy Walker, LeRoy.
He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, one sister and two grandsons.
Glenn was a 1945 graduate of Chatsworth Township High School. He was a World War II veteran serving with the occupation forces in Germany. He belonged to American Legion Post 1015, Mahomet, and worked for more than 50 years as a carpenter and carpenter contractor.
Glenn was a loving father, brother, grandfather, great-grandfather and devoted friend who will be deeply missed.
His funeral will be at noon Thursday at Calvert-Belangee-Bruce Funeral Home, LeRoy. Burial will follow in East Lawn Memorial Gardens, Bloomington. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to noon Thursday at the funeral home. Memorial donations may be made to Muscular Dystrophy Association, 2424 W. Nebraska Ave., Peoria, IL 61604.
Glenn was born Nov. 19, 1927, in Charlotte Township, son of Clarence W. and Alice Milstead McKinley. Glenn married Sheralyn Shoemaker on Oct. 8, 1950, in Chatsworth. She passed away June 24, 1998.
Surviving are two daughters, Kathy (Ted) Lacina, Bartlett, and Debbie (Bobby) Underwood, Pontiac; two sons, Kevin McKinley, Bloomington, and Mark (Diana) McKinley, Tucson, Ariz.; 11 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; two sisters, Shirley Gifford, Lena, and Phyllis Leathers, Pinella Park, Fla.; one brother, Robert McKinley, Bloomington; and very dear friend, Patsy Walker, LeRoy.
He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, one sister and two grandsons.
Glenn was a 1945 graduate of Chatsworth Township High School. He was a World War II veteran serving with the occupation forces in Germany. He belonged to American Legion Post 1015, Mahomet, and worked for more than 50 years as a carpenter and carpenter contractor.
Glenn was a loving father, brother, grandfather, great-grandfather and devoted friend who will be deeply missed.
SPRINGFIELD - Mick Rosendahl, 55, of Springfield, passed away at 12:40 p.m. on Thursday, July 7, 2011 at St. John's Hospital after a valiant battle against cancer the past three months.Mick was born February 24, 1956 in Chatsworth, IL, the son of William and Constance Manthey Rosendahl. He married Kimberly Cunningham on October 30, 1982 in Springfield.Mick earned his bachelor's degree in Park and Recreation Administration from the U of I in Champaign. He worked as a Senior Grant Administrator for IDNR for 25 years where he assisted in the development of parks and recreation facilities in communities throughout Illinois. Mick also had a passion for ensuring recreation facilities were accessible for anyone with a disability to enjoy. Over the years, Mick volunteered his time with Big Brother/Big Sister, Boys Clubs and United Way. He was also an FBI Citizens Academy alumni. Mick enjoyed working with young people and actively followed his son's and nieces' and nephews' sports teams, especially soccer.Mick's great sense of humor and his compassion for anyone, especially kids, who needed a helping hand will not soon be forgotten by the many people whose lives he touched.Mick was preceded in death by his parents.He is survived by his wife, Kim of Springfield; two sons, Zachary (wife, Brittany) Rosendahl and Joshua Rosendahl, both of Springfield; grandchildren, Carter Holloman and one on the way; siblings, Steve Rosendahl of Phoenix, AZ, Julie Waldschmidt of Odell and Danny Debien of Belgium; brother and sisters-in-law, Barbara (husband, Ken) Graves of Springfield, Bob (wife, Brenda) Cunningham of Springfield and Pam (husband, Mike) Corrigan of Clinton; mother and fathers-in-law, Arlene "Annie" and Richard Bales of Springfield and Bob and Judy Cunningham of Springfield; and several nieces and nephews.Cremation was accorded by Butler Cremation Tribute Center.Memorial Gathering: 4 – 7 p.m. on Monday, July 11, 2011 at Kirlin-Egan & Butler Funeral Home, 900 S. 6th St., Springfield.Memorial Ceremony: 11 a.m. on Tuesday, July 12, 2011 at Kirlin-Egan & Butler Funeral Home with Rev. Richard Chiola officiating. Burial will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park.Memorial contributions may be made to: Mick Rosendahl Memorial Fund @ Southwind Park c/o Bank of Springfield, 850 E. Madison, Springfield, IL 62701.Please visit butlerfuneralhomes.com to offer your condolences
Alfred G. "Allie" Haase, age 82, of Monmouth, Illinois passed away at 9:30 pm on Tuesday April 26, 2011 at his residence. "Allie" was born on December 8, 1928 in Chatsworth, Illinois and is the son of Fred G. and Gladys F. Dennwitz Haase. He was raised in Fairbury, Illinois and educated in the public schools and graduated from High School. He then enlisted in the United States Army, serving as Sargent in the First Cavalry of Seventh Division during Korea. "Allie" married Marilynn Smith on June 14, 1958 in Berwick, Illinois and she is surviving. Allie was first employed by Rock Island Southern Railroad and then the Sante Fe Railroad for about ten years. He then worked at Killey Cleaners in Monmouth, and did farm work for Clete Smith. Allie also worked for a time at the Monmouth Sale Barn. Allie also put in 30.6 years at Maytag where he retired as Leadman. Alfred has also been in the registered quarterhorse business for much of his working life. He has purchased and sold many horses and shod horses as a weekend job. He loved raising and showing horses. He loved fishing with his son and spending time with his great grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife Marilynn of Monmouth, and one daughter, Vickie Jo Haase of Monmouth, and one son, Tony ( Sandy ) Haase of Gilson, Illinois. Three grandchildren Tony Jr., Aaron, and Sarah Haase. Three great grandchildren Kara, Kyleigh, and Nathan Haase. There are three brothers surviving, Marvin, Ivan, and Irvin Haase. Two sisters Eunice Gaskill of Monmouth, and Florence McBroom of Chenoa, Illinois survive. He is preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, one in infancy.
Services: Cremation has been accorded. A graveside committal service will be planned at a later date. A memorial fund has been established by his family for the Warren County Saddle Club and may be sent to Marilynn Haase @ 1823 75th Street in Monmouth, Illinois.
He is survived by his wife Marilynn of Monmouth, and one daughter, Vickie Jo Haase of Monmouth, and one son, Tony ( Sandy ) Haase of Gilson, Illinois. Three grandchildren Tony Jr., Aaron, and Sarah Haase. Three great grandchildren Kara, Kyleigh, and Nathan Haase. There are three brothers surviving, Marvin, Ivan, and Irvin Haase. Two sisters Eunice Gaskill of Monmouth, and Florence McBroom of Chenoa, Illinois survive. He is preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, one in infancy.
Services: Cremation has been accorded. A graveside committal service will be planned at a later date. A memorial fund has been established by his family for the Warren County Saddle Club and may be sent to Marilynn Haase @ 1823 75th Street in Monmouth, Illinois.
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