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     Her Social Security Number was 295-16-1482.³ Gladys Marie Keys was buried at Green Lawn Cemetery, 1000 Greenlawn Avenue, Columbus, Franklin Co., Ohio.⁶ She was born on January 23, 1926 at Columbus, Franklin Co., Ohio.^1,7 As of February 21, 1952,her married name was Manson.² She married James Philip Manson on February 21, 1952 at Franklin Co., Ohio.² Gladys Marie Keys and James Philip Manson were divorced on August 29, 1973 at Franklin Co., Ohio.⁸ Gladys Marie Keys died on August 23, 1988 at Colorado at age 62.^3,7

     Her Social Security Number was 457-22-5391.⁵ Aileene Wallis Murphy was buried at Forest Park Cemetery, Houston, Harris Co., Texas.² She was born on November 10, 1904 at Wallisville, Chambers Co., Texas.^1,5,2 As of circa 1926,her married name was Manning.⁶ She married Elzett Lee Manning, son of Jonathan Valentine Green Manning and Emily Jane "Emma" Wimmer, circa 1926.^3,6 Aileene Wallis Murphy died on March 8, 1999 at Lytle, Atascosa Co., Texas, at age 94; Her gravestone has a death date of Mar 7, 1999.^1,5,7,2

     Walter John Scott was buried at Lick Ridge Methodist Church Cemetery (also known as Maxey Cemetery), next to Vaughn's Chapel, Lick Ridge Road, Floyd Co., Virginia.^1,2,3 He was born on March 15, 1910 at Radford, Virginia.^1,4,2,5 He married Elva Gay "Elvie" Maxey, daughter of Charles Vaughn Maxey and Sallie Bette Cahill, on January 1, 1946 at Radford, Virginia.^1,6 Walter John Scott died on April 26, 1962 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 52.^1,4,2,3 He Walter John Scott, 52, Rt. 3, Salem, died Thursday morning in a local hospital. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Elva Scott; two stepsons, James H. Carper, Elizabeth, N.J; and John F. Carper, Salem; two sisters, Mrs. J. A. Lawson and Mrs. Thomas Roop, both of Radford. Interment will be in Vaughan Chapel Cemetery in Montgomery County. on April 27, 1962.³

     Her Social Security Number was 224-62-8089.⁴ Mattie Fay Thornton was buried at Thornrose Cemetery, 1041 West Beverley Street, Staunton, Augusta Co., Virginia.² She was born on August 17, 1900 at Barlow, McDowell Co., West Virginia.^2,4 As of July 15, 1925,her married name was Prufer.³ She married Frederick Thomas Prufer on July 15, 1925 at Staunton, Augusta Co., Virginia.^2,5,6,3 Mattie Fay Thornton died on March 27, 1998 at Bridgewater, Rockingham Co., Virginia, at age 97.^2,4,6 She Fay (Thornton) Prufer, 97, of 117 Rainbow Drive formerly of Staunton, died at 12:35 a.m. on Friday (March 27, 1998) at Bridgewater Home. She was born on Aug. 17, 1900 at Barlow, McDowell County, W. Va., a daughter of Quince and Mattie (Conner) Thornton. She was educated at the schools of Pocahontas and at Dunsmere Business College. She was a member of Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church, where she had taught Sunday school and served as president of the women of the church. She had been a member of a bridge club and a garden club before moving to Bridgewater. Surviving are a grandson, Dr. Thomas Augustine "Gusti" Prufer and his wife, Elisabeth, of Munich, Germany; a great-grandson, Martin Frederick Prufer; and a daughter-in-law, Karen Eilks Prufer. Her husband, Frederick Thomas Prufer, died on Aug. 31, 1969; a son, Dr. Frederick Thomas Prufer Jr., on March 23, 1993; and a daughter, Nancy Elizabeth Prufer, on June 24, 1986. on March 28, 1998.²

     Lynn Elwood Thornton Lynn E. Thornton, 95, of Virden died at 5:44 am. Tuesday, November 28, 2000 at St. John's Hospice in Springfield. Burial in Mechanicsburg Cemetery. Surviving are three sons, James V. Thornton and Russell W. Thornton, both of Springfield, Lynn E. Thornton Jr. of Franklin and Quince H. "Harry" Thornton of Pawnee; a daughter, Frances I. Schleyahn of Springfield; 22 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; several great-great-grandchildren; several stepbrothers and stepsisters; and several nieces and nephews.³ He was buried at Mechanicsburg Cemetery, Mechanicsburg, Sangamon Co., Illinois.^3,5 His Social Security Number was 337-16-8249.⁹ He was born on August 23, 1905 at Springfield, Sangamon Co., Illinois.^9,4,5 He married Margaret E. Owens in 1927.^2,10 Lynn Elwood Thornton died on November 28, 2000 at Springfield, Sangamon Co., Illinois, at age 95.^3,9,5

     Her Social Security Number was 351-18-7987.⁴ Virginia Ruth Thornton was born on March 4, 1907 at Illinois.^1,4 She died in May, 1994 at Cook Co., Illinois, at age 87.^4,5

     His Social Security Number was 348-09-1342.⁶ Willard Russell Thornton was buried at Oak Ridge Cemetery, 1441 Monument Avenue, Springfield, Sangamon Co., Illinois.² He married Nellie Gladys Stephens.⁷ Willard Russell Thornton married Loveta M. Unknown.⁸ Willard Russell Thornton was born on August 28, 1908 at Springfield, Sangamon Co., Illinois.^6,3 He married Genevieve G. Scroggins in 1979.⁹ Willard Russell Thornton died on October 7, 1995 at Springfield, Sangamon Co., Illinois, at age 87.^6,2 He Willard Russell Thornton, 87, of Springfield died Saturday at Memorial Medical Center. He was born Aug. 28, 1908, in Springfield, the son of Quentin H. and Minnie Maxey Thornton. His wife, Genevieve, died in 1989. Mr. Thornton was a resident of Springfield his entire life. He was formerly employed by Quality Dairy, Producers Dairy and retired from Prairie Farms Dairy. He was a member of United Brethren Church and Teamsters Local No. 916. Survivors: two daughters, Lila Hohimer of Springfield and Maxine Burgar of Chatham; 10 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; a brother, Lynn Thornton of Virden; three half brothers; two half sisters; a niece; and four nephews. Burial: Oak Ridge Cemetery. on October 9, 1995.²

     Her Social Security Number was 321-24-1934.³ Margaret E. Owens was buried at Mechanicsburg Cemetery, Mechanicsburg, Sangamon Co., Illinois.^2,4 She was born on March 6, 1909 at Springfield, Sangamon Co., Illinois.^3,2,4 As of 1927,her married name was Thornton.² She married Lynn Elwood Thornton, son of Quinton Harvey "Quince" Thornton and Lydia A. Jemima "Jennie" Maxey, in 1927.^1,2 Margaret E. Owens died on August 16, 1993 at Springfield, Sangamon Co., Illinois, at age 84.^3,2,4 She Margaret E. Owens Thornton, 84, of Virden died 9 a.m. Monday at St. John's Hospice. She was born March 6, 1909, in Springfield, the daughter of Harry G. and Nona Bowe Owens. She married Lynn E. Thornton in 1927 in Springfield. She was preceded in death by a brother, William Owens. Mrs. Thornton worked as a sales clerk at Bressmers Department Store for several years. Surviving are her husband, Lynn E; four sons, James V., Russell W., Lynn E. Jr., all of Springfield, and Quince Harry of Pawnee; a daughter, Frances I. Schleyhahn of Springfield; 23 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; three great-great grandchildren; five brothers, Bernard Owens of Virden, Harry Owens of Wyandotte, Mich., Tom Owens of Pleasant Plains, Orville J. and Joseph Owens, both of Springfield; and a sister, Catherine Wood of Phoenix, Ariz. Burial will be in Mechanicsburg Cemetery. on August 18, 1993.²

     Frances I. Thornton was buried at Oak Ridge Cemetery, 1441 Monument Avenue, Springfield, Sangamon Co., Illinois.^1,9 Her Social Security Number was 334-22-5372.¹⁰ Her married name was Fisher.¹¹ Her married name was Schleyhahn.¹ She married Harry Edward Schleyhahn.¹ Frances I. Thornton married Jack Fisher.¹¹ Frances I. Thornton was born on February 26, 1928 at Illinois.^1,9,10 She died on July 11, 2010 at Springfield, Sangamon Co., Illinois, at age 82.^1,9,10 She Frances I. Schleyhahn, 82, a lifelong resident of Springfield, passed away Sunday, July 11, 2010, at St. John's Hospital in Springfield. She was born February 26, 1928, the daughter of Lynn E. and Margaret E. (Owens) Thornton Sr. She married Harry E. Schleyhahn in 1956 and he preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by a grandson, Shane. Mrs. Schleyhahn worked for the Bressmer Department Store and later for the Illinois Secretary of State as a Key Punch Operator. She retired in 1993. She is survived by her children, Daniel (wife, Lily Gannon) Fisher of Prescott, AZ, Karen Gum (companion, Fredd Brust), Diana Schleyhahn and Joe Schleyhahn, all of Springfield; five grandchildren, Joie, Erica, Aaron, Ryan and Greg; four great-grandchildren; four brothers, James Thornton, Russell (wife, Betty) Thornton, Lynn E. Thornton Jr., all of Springfield, and Harry Thornton (companion, Joyce) of Pawnee. She has several nieces, nephews and cousins. Burial will follow in Oak Ridge Cemetery. on July 13, 2010.¹

     Harry Edward Schleyhahn was buried at Oak Ridge Cemetery, 1441 Monument Avenue, Springfield, Sangamon Co., Illinois.^1,3 His Social Security Number was 357-18-2758.⁴ He married Frances I. Thornton, daughter of Lynn Elwood Thornton and Margaret E. Owens.¹ Harry Edward Schleyhahn was born on September 16, 1926 at Springfield, Sangamon Co., Illinois.^4,1,2,3 He died on March 30, 1956 at Illinois at age 29.³

     Jack Fisher married Frances I. Thornton, daughter of Lynn Elwood Thornton and Margaret E. Owens.¹

     Her married name was Boblitt.² Karen Marie Fisher Karen Marie (Gum) Brust nee Fisher passed away on Friday, September 17, 2021 peacefully at home, after a courageous, four-year battle with NSCLC & malignant brain cancer. She is survived by her husband, Fredd W. Brust; daughter, Joie Lynn (Jarred) Behunin of Mesa Verde, AZ; step-children, Callie Rae (Josh) Parr of Mahomet, IL, Jeremy Francis (companion, McKenzie White) Brust of Springfield, William (companion, Cyndi) Boblitt of Piggott, AK and Dawn Boblitt of Auburn; siblings, Dan (Lily) Fisher of Prescott, AZ, Harry Joseph “Joe” and Diane Schleyhahn, both of Springfield; grandchildren, Kaylei, Ivy and Abby Behunin, Stella Rose and J. Towns Parr, Maria (Hunter) Rhodes, Robert Boblitt and Hunter Smith; nephews, Ryan and Aaron Fisher; niece, Erica (Glenn) Huff; and many, many cousins, aunts and uncles. She was preceded in death by her mother, Frances Schleyhahn (nee Thornton), father, Jack Fisher, son, Shane Michael Meeler, and several uncles, aunts and cousins. Karen was employed by St. John’s Hospital in the Communications Department for 20+ years. It was a job that she loved and took pride in. She went back to school in her late 40’s and early 50’s, earning an Associate of Arts degree in Business and a Bachelor of Science degree in Communications. She loved playing video games, Hallmark TV, gardening, the Chicago Cubs, our cats – Max & Sandy, the life she shared with Fredd for 25 years, and the many trips they took to Nashville, Memphis, Prescott & San Diego. Fredd writes, “she was the strongest, most resilient person I have known. She was my light & strength. I am thankful for the time we had together! RIP “Pokie” – I love and miss you. Until we meet again!”.² Her married name was Gum.¹ Her married name was Brust.² She married Unknown Gum.¹ Karen Marie Fisher married Fredd W. Brust.^3,2 Karen Marie Fisher married Unknown Boblitt.² Karen Marie Fisher was born on November 7, 1951.² She died on September 17, 2021 at Illinois at age 69.²

     Diana J. Schleyhahn Diana J. Schleyhahn, 67, of Springfield, died at 3:51 p.m. on Thursday, August 18, 2022, at Springfield Memorial Hospital. Diana was born on February 9, 1955, in Springfield, the daughter of Harry and Frances (Thornton) Schleyhahn. She graduated from Southeast High School in 1974 and worked at Burger Chef before starting her 40 + years career for the State of Illinois with the Secretary of State. Diana enjoyed bowling and was previously on a league. She loved shopping and spending time with her family and friends. Diana was preceded in death by her parents, and sister, Karen Brust. She is survived by her daughter, Erica (Glen) Huff of Peoria, AZ; grandson, Nathan Huff; brothers, Danny (Lily Gannon) Fisher of Prescott, AZ, and Joe Schleyhahn of Springfield; brother-in-law, Fredd Brust of Springfield; two uncles; friend, Richard Smith (Erica’s father); and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.² She was born on February 9, 1955 at Springfield, Sangamon Co., Illinois.² She died on August 18, 2022 at Springfield, Sangamon Co., Illinois, at age 67.²

     Russell W. Thornton Russell W. Thornton, 91, of Springfield, died at 6:55 a.m. on Wednesday, August 25, 2021, at Memorial Medical Center. Russell was born on April 14, 1930, in Springfield, the son of Lynn and Margaret (Owens) Thornton. He married Elizabeth O’Neal on December 12, 1951, in Springfield. Russ proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force, the Illinois National Guard, and the U.S. Army, serving in the Korean War. He was a member of the Springfield Ski and Boat Club and Springfield Elks Lodge #158. Russ enjoyed camping, boating, and traveling. Most importantly, Russ loved spending time with his family and his dog, Missy. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Frances Schleyhahn; and brother, Lynn Thornton. His grandson, David Clark III, passed away shortly after Russ on August 25, 2021. Russell is survived by his wife, Elizabeth “Betty”; daughter, Gail (Ron) Thornton Gustin; son, Tim Thornton; foster-daughter, Shari Hall, all of Springfield; grandchildren, Josh (Jackie) Turasky of Rochester and Sommer Thornton of Springfield; granddaughter-in-law, Lisa Grant of Springfield; eight great-grandchildren; one great-great granddaughter; brothers, Jim Thornton of Springfield, and Harry Thornton of Pawnee; and many nieces and nephews. Burial will follow at Camp Butler National Cemetery with military honors provided by the Interveterans Burial Detail of Sangamon County and the Department of Defense.⁶ He was buried at Camp Butler National Cemetery, Springfield, Sangamon Co., Illinois.^6,3 He was born on April 14, 1930 at Springfield, Sangamon Co., Illinois.^6,3 He married Elizabeth "Betty" O'Neal on December 12, 1951 at Springfield, Sangamon Co., Illinois.⁶ Russell W. Thornton died on August 25, 2021 at Springfield, Sangamon Co., Illinois, at age 91.^6,3

     Lynn Elwood Thornton Jr. Lynn E. Thornton, Jr. "Mr. Mae" passed away Saturday, June 29, 2013, at his home. He was born June 5, 1931 to Lynn Elwood and Margaret (Owens) Thornton. Lynn was a US Air Force veteran serving in the Korean War. He was the owner and operator of Mae's Cake Toppers. He is survived by 3 brothers, James V. Thornton and Russell W. Thornton (Betty) of Springfield and Harry Q. Thornton of Pawnee; a daughter, Lynette M. Jones (Edward); 2 sons, David A. Thornton (Rena Bergstrom) and Talon J. Thornton (Monica); 10 grandchildren, Michelle L. Furlong (Tim Felber), Matthew E. Jones (Tara), Marlayna L. Morgan (Robert Nelson), Melanie S. Thornton (Brian Nabb), Ashley L. Thornton (Noah Payne), Lindsey J. Roberts (Kevin), Caitlyn H., Logan A., Jenna M. and Nolan P. Thornton; 11 great-grandchildren, Austin, Drew, Gracie, Chase, Mikayla, Cameron, Lauryn, Jacob, Brayden, Bryce and Kylee. He was preceded in death by a son, Jerry Thornton; great-grandson, Nathan Myers; a sister, Frances Schleyhahn; and his former wife and close friend, Musetta "Mae" Thornton. Burial will follow in Camp Butler National Cemetery.³ He was buried at Camp Butler National Cemetery, Springfield, Sangamon Co., Illinois.^2,3,4 He married Musetta "Mae" Weaver.^9,10 Lynn Elwood Thornton Jr. and Musetta "Mae" Weaver were divorced.^3,9 Lynn Elwood Thornton Jr. was born on June 5, 1931 at Illinois.^2,3,4 He died on June 29, 2013 at Illinois at age 82.^2,3,4

     Infant Thornton was buried at Oak Ridge Cemetery, 1441 Monument Avenue, Springfield, Sangamon Co., Illinois.¹ He died on September 7, 1904 at Springfield, Sangamon Co., Illinois.¹ He was born on September 7, 1904 at Springfield, Sangamon Co., Illinois.¹

     Genevieve G. Scroggins was buried at Oak Ridge Cemetery, 1441 Monument Avenue, Springfield, Sangamon Co., Illinois.¹ Her Social Security Number was 343-18-5613.² She was born on March 27, 1908 at Dawson, Sangamon Co., Illinois.^1,2 As of 1979,her married name was Thornton.¹ She married Willard Russell Thornton, son of Quinton Harvey "Quince" Thornton and Lydia A. Jemima "Jennie" Maxey, in 1979.¹ Genevieve G. Scroggins died on May 5, 1989 at Springfield, Sangamon Co., Illinois, at age 81.^1,2 She Mrs. Genevieve G. Scroggins Thornton, 80, of Springfield, formerly of California, died at 7:55 a.m. Friday at St. John's Hospice. She was born in Dawson, March 27, 1908, the daughter of Joseph and Beatrice Walls Rodgerson. She married Russell Thornton in 1979. She was preceded in death by a sister, Dorothy Reynolds. A resident of Springfield for 20 years, Mrs. Thornton was a member of the Third Presbyterian Church. Surviving are her husband, Russell; one daughter, Mrs. Robert (Jacqueline) McFaul of Hollywood, Calif; two stepdaughters, Mrs. Lila Hohimer and Mrs. Maxine Burgar, both of Springfield; one son, Ed Scroggins of Reseda, Calif; one grandchild; two great-grandchildren; 10 stepgrandchildren; 18 stepgreat-grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. Vivian Rodgerson Evans of Springfield; one brother, Joe Rodgerson of Springfield; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Services will be at 1 p.m. Monday at Staab Funeral Home, with Dr. Robert Langworthy officiating. Burial will be in Oak Ridge Cemetery. on May 6, 1989.¹

     Lila Lee Thornton Lila L. Hohimer, 88, of Springfield, passed away on May 6, 2020 at Memorial Medical Center. She was born on December 28, 1931 in Springfield to Russell Thornton and Nellie Bain. Mrs. Hohimer is survived by her children: Sharon (Ralph) Fainter of Waverly, Patricia (Ron) Mose of Eugene, OR., Nancy (Don) Holshouser of Springfield, Cyndi (Kirk) Gleich of Pawnee, Gregory (Francesca) Hohimer of Springfield and Lisa (companion Gilbert) Hohimer of Yucca Valley, CA., one sister Maxine (Ken) Martin of Springfield and a very large number of perfectly adorable grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by one son Michael Hohimer, her parents and stepfather Alex Bain. Lila enjoyed spending time with her family and she read her bible diligently. She was a fan of big band music and she was a member of Calvary Temple.³ Her married name was Hohimer.³ She married Unknown Hohimer.^1,4,3 Lila Lee Thornton was born on December 28, 1931 at Springfield, Sangamon Co., Illinois.³ She died on May 6, 2020 at Springfield, Sangamon Co., Illinois, at age 88.³