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     His Social Security Number was 329-09-0259.⁷ Ross Leonard Thomas Ross L. Thomas, 76, of 3E. 11th, died at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday (Aug. 14, 1974) at his home. He had been in ill health the past two years. Mr. Thomas had been employed 55 years by Webster Wholesale Grocer Co. he retired in 1972. He was a member of Calvary Baptist Church. He was born Jan. 18, 1898, in Danville, the son of James and Christina Smith Thomas. He married Wynona Ashmore in Watseka on July 2, 1923 and she survives. Other survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Shirley Mae Highfill of Champaign; a son, John with the U.S. Navy in Norfolk, Va; five grandchildren; and two sisters, Mrs. Mima Hilligoss and Mrs. Grace Ramsey, both of Danville. He was preceded in death by four brothers. Entombment will be in Spring Hill Cemetery mausoleum.⁶ He was buried at Spring Hill Cemetery and Mausoleum, Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.^6,8 He was born on January 18, 1898 at Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.^1,2,3,7,6 He married Wynona Marie Ashmore on July 2, 1923 at Watseka, Iroquois Co., Illinois.^6,9 Ross Leonard Thomas died on August 14, 1974 at Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois, at age 76.^7,6

     His Social Security Number was 329-09-7869.² Seth Robert Hilligoss was buried at Atherton Cemetery, Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.¹ He married Mima Liavone Thomas, daughter of James Thomas and Christiana Smith.² Seth Robert Hilligoss was born on February 13, 1891 at Hayes, Coles Co., Illinois.^2,3 He died on January 22, 1949 at age 57.²

     His Social Security Number was 329-09-8010.⁴ William Madison Briggs was buried at Greenwood Cemetery, Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.¹ He was born on May 8, 1892 at Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.^1,3,4,5 He married Mima Liavone Thomas, daughter of James Thomas and Christiana Smith, in 1912 at Champaign Co., Illinois.² William Madison Briggs died on May 19, 1967 at Illinois at age 75.^1,4

     His Social Security Number was 348-01-6525.⁴ Thomas Britton Briggs was buried at Swan Lake Memory Gardens, Peoria, Peoria Co., Illinois.¹ He was born on December 23, 1914 at Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.^2,3,4 He married Eurith Alene Doran on May 26, 1936 at Indiana.² Thomas Britton Briggs died on November 18, 2002 at Illinois at age 87.^4,7

     Her Social Security Number was 328-07-1832.⁴ Eurith Alene Doran was born on October 2, 1918 at Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.^1,4 As of May 26, 1936,her married name was Briggs.² She married Thomas Britton Briggs, son of William Madison Briggs and Mima Liavone Thomas, on May 26, 1936 at Indiana.² Eurith Alene Doran died on December 4, 2012 at Peoria, Peoria Co., Illinois, at age 94.^1,4 She Alene Briggs, 94, of Peoria passed away Tuesday, Dec. 4, 2012, at Bel-Wood Nursing Home in Peoria. Alene was born in Danville, Ill., on Oct. 2, 1918, the daughter of Fred & Jane Evans Doran. She married Thomas Briggs in Indiana on Feb. 17, 1936. He preceded her in death. Alene also was preceded in death by her parents, one daughter and one sister. She is survived by one son, Thomas B. Briggs of Sarasota, Fla; and one son-in-law, Jim Lancaster of Mapleton. Burial will be in Swan Lake Memory Gardens in Peoria. on December 7, 2012.¹

     Her Social Security Number was 325-50-6494.³ Susan Jane Briggs was buried at Swan Lake Memory Gardens, Peoria, Peoria Co., Illinois.¹ She was born on January 25, 1954 at Peoria, Peoria Co., Illinois.^1,3,2 As of August 19, 1973,her married name was Lancaster.¹ She married James Lancaster on August 19, 1973 at Belleville, St. Clair Co., Illinois.¹ Susan Jane Briggs died on November 27, 1999 at Mapleton, Peoria Co., Illinois, at age 45.^1,3 She MAPLETON - Susan J. Lancaster, 45, of 4000 Walnut Point Drive died at 9:20 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 27, 1999, at her residence. Born Jan. 25, 1954, in Peoria to Thomas B. and Alene Doran Briggs, she married James Lancaster on Aug. 19, 1973, in Bellevue. He survives. Also surviving are her parents of Bellevue; two daughters, Candy Lancaster and Jill Lancaster, both of Mapleton; and one brother, Tom Briggs of Sarasota, Fla. She was a clerk at the U.S. Postal Service in Peoria. Burial will be in Swan Lake Memory Gardens in Peoria. on November 30, 1999.¹

     His Social Security Number was 329-09-0517.⁴ John Herrell "Jack" Briggs was buried at Spring Hill Cemetery and Mausoleum, Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.² He was born on March 10, 1913 at Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.^2,3,4 He married Mable Irene Six on June 10, 1933.² John Herrell "Jack" Briggs died on January 5, 2006 at Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois, at age 92.^2,4,6 He DANVILLE - Services for John Herrell Briggs, 92, of Danville will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Lakeside-Barrick Funeral Chapel, 3550 N. Vermilion St., Danville. The Rev. Paul Kent will officiate. Entombment will be in Spring Hill Mausoleum, Danville. Mr. Briggs died at 6:32 p.m. Thursday (Jan. 5, 2006) at Provena United Samaritans Medical Center, Danville. He was born March 10, 1913, in Danville, a son of William Madison and Mima Thomas Briggs. He married Irene Six on June 10, 1933. She died in August 1990. Survivors include a son, Richard Terry Briggs of Raleigh, N.C; a sister, Mary Lou Slifer of Bunnell, Fla; two granddaughters; and four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, three brothers and two sisters. Mr. Briggs attended Daniel Grade School and graduated from Danville High School in 1930. He worked at Pete Rush grocery in Richmond and retired as the owner of Redshift and Ball. He was a member of Old Congregational Church in Danville, Olive Branch Masonic Lodge 38 and Valley of Danville Scottish Rite. He was a charter member of the Deluxe Breakfast Club. Mr. Briggs enjoyed Danville history and recorded videos of well-known buildings and businesses. on January 8, 2006.²

     His Social Security Number was 329-09-8843.² Robert Rae Briggs was buried at Danville National Cemetery, 1900 East Main Street, Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.^3,5 He married Evelyn Geraldine Prouty.^7,8,9 Robert Rae Briggs was born on February 5, 1917 at Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.^2,3,4,5,10 He died on July 17, 1988 at Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois, at age 71.^2,3,11,5,10

     Martha Jean Briggs was buried at Greenwood Cemetery, Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.^2,3 She was born on January 23, 1919 at Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.^2,3 She died on December 3, 1925 at Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois, at age 6.^2,3

     Mary Lou Briggs was buried at Sunset Memorial Park, Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.^3,6 Her Social Security Number was 338-16-9955.⁵ She was born on October 7, 1921 at Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.^5,3 As of July 24, 1939,her married name was Slifer.² She married Walter William Slifer on July 24, 1939 at Warren Co., Indiana.^2,3,7 Mary Lou Briggs died on December 3, 2007 at Glenview, Cook Co., Illinois, at age 86.^5,3 She Mary Lou (Briggs) Slifer, 86, died recently at Maryhaven Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Glenview, Ill., from natural causes due to advanced Alzheimer's disease. Mary Lou was born Oct. 7, 1921, in Danville and graduated from Danville High School in 1939. She married Walter W. (Bill) Slifer in July, 1939. She was employed by Illinois Bell Telephone Company for 30 years until her retirement. She and Bill moved to Bunnell, Fla., in 1983. They lived there for 23 years until Bill's death in January, 2006. Most recently, Mary Lou lived with her daughter, Jean Slifer, and dear friend, Nancy Bryers in Hoffman Estates, Ill. Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; four brothers, Jack Briggs, Britt Briggs, Bob Briggs and Fred Briggs; and a sister, Jean Briggs. She is survived by Jean and Nancy and a granddaughter, Rosemary Jaquez of Hoffman Estates, Ill; a son, Ran (Penny Crosiar) Slifer of Clermont, Fla., and their three children, David R. of Fairfax, Va., Michelle J. of Clermont, Fla., and Sara A. (Dylan Nichols) of Clermont, Fla. She is also survived by a son, Giau (Tuyet) Ly of Danville and their four children, Linda (Andre Fregeau) of Mission Viejo, Calif., Holly (Tuan Nguyen) of Naperville, Ill., Jean (Daniel Mudgett) of Princeton Junction, N.J., and Tony Ly of Los Angeles, Calif. There are 10 great-grandchildren, Andrew Slifer, Rebecca Schingel, Caitlin Schingel, Kaley Musni, Sebastian Fregeau, Hope and Jordan Nguyen and Carter, Emma and Logan Mudgett. Mary Lou devoted her life to helping others, whether it was by volunteering at a variety of places in Danville and Florida, cooking and baking her delicious pies for church socials, or entertaining her family as only she could. She delighted in turning routine gatherings into family happenings. She spent her life giving to others of her love, time and energy. She will be sorely missed by many, many people. There will be no formal services at this time; however, a graveside service for Mary Lou and Bill will be held at Sunset Memorial Park in Danville in the spring of 2008. on December 7, 2007.³

     His Social Security Number was 349-12-1515.³ Fred Herbert Briggs married Evelyn Marie Nevins.⁴ Fred Herbert Briggs was born on January 4, 1926 at Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.^2,3 He and Evelyn Marie Nevins were divorced before March, 1968.⁶ Fred Herbert Briggs died on April 20, 2000 at California at age 74.^3,7

     Her Social Security Number was 325-24-7174.⁴ Evelyn Geraldine Prouty was buried at Danville National Cemetery, 1900 East Main Street, Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.^5,6 Her married name was Briggs.¹ She married Robert Rae Briggs, son of William Madison Briggs and Mima Liavone Thomas.^1,2,3 Evelyn Geraldine Prouty was born on May 21, 1920 at Fairmount, Vermilion Co., Illinois.^5,4,6 She died on July 13, 2002 at Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois, at age 82.^5,4,6,7

     His Social Security Number was 331-30-8242.⁵ Robert Kent Briggs was buried at Woodlawn Cemetery, Indianola, Vermilion Co., Illinois.^1,6 He Robert Kent Briggs, 71, of Indianola, passed this life at 12:17 p.m. Sat., April 3, 2010, at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana. Robert was born March 22, 1939, the son of Robert R. and Evelyn Prouty Briggs in Danville. He married Sara Sinclair in 1969. She survives. Also surviving along with two sons, Terry K. Briggs of Rantoul and Danny R. Sinclair of Knoxville, Tenn; and three daughters, Pamela S. (Robert) of New Fairmount, Cathy A. (Steve Dickerson) Sinclair of Danville and Sandra K. Fawley, Indianola. Other survivors include one brother, David (Joyce) Briggs, Westville; sisters-in-law, Georgia Parmley and Doris Rouse; and brothers-in-law, Edward McDaniels, Kenneth Parmley and Ralph Johnson. Robert was blessed with 13 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Candy Johnson. He worked at GM Central Foundry in Tilton, retiring in 1995 after 30 years. He later drove for the trucking industry 10 years before retiring due to ill health. He loved spending time with his family, and especially his many grandchildren, whom he loved very much. They will miss him always. When at home, he enjoyed his computer, communicating with his many friends and family. He also will be missed by many friends, especially Mark, Diana and Matthew Saults, Jim and Patty Barnett, Bill and Connie Langford and John and Ramona McCabe. Per Robert’s wishes, he will be cremated, with interment at Woodlawn Cemetery in Indianola.¹ He was born on March 22, 1939 at Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.^1,6,5 He married Sara Elizabeth McDaniels on February 4, 1969.^1,6,7 Robert Kent Briggs died on April 3, 2010 at Urbana, Champaign Co., Illinois, at age 71.^1,6,5

     Sara Elizabeth McDaniels was buried at Woodlawn Cemetery, Indianola, Vermilion Co., Illinois.² She was born on May 17, 1927 at Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.^2,1 As of February 4, 1969,her married name was Briggs.² She married Robert Kent Briggs, son of Robert Rae Briggs and Evelyn Geraldine Prouty, on February 4, 1969.^3,2,1 Sara Elizabeth McDaniels died on April 19, 2016 at Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois, at age 88.^2,1 She Sara Elizabeth (McDaniels) Briggs - Sara E. Briggs, 88, of Indianola, Illinois, passed away at 2:11 a.m. Tuesday, April 19, 2016 at Presence United Samaritans Medical Center in Danville. She was born May 17, 1927 in Danville a daughter of William C. and Esther (Humble) McDaniels. She married Robert K. Briggs, he preceded her in death in April 2010. She is survived by five children, Danny Sinclair, Terry Briggs, Sandra Fawley, Cathy Sinclair and Pam New, 13 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren and 16 great-great-grandchildren, a brother, Edward McDaniels and a sister, Georgia Parmley. She was also preceded in death by three sisters, two brothers and her two dogs, Max and Oakley. Not a more romantic love story could have been told depicting the life of Robert and Sara. They have lived and have now died for each other. We miss them immensely. Knowing they are happy together again eases the grief. on April 21, 2016.¹

     Terry Kent Briggs was buried at Danville National Cemetery, 1900 East Main Street, Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.² He married Peggy Haskin.² Terry Kent Briggs and Peggy Haskin were divorced.² Terry Kent Briggs was born on October 31, 1962 at Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.² He died on August 30, 2021 at Urbana, Champaign Co., Illinois, at age 58.² He RANTOUL — Terry K. Briggs, 58, of Rantoul, formerly of Fairmount, passed away at 11:23 a.m. Monday (Aug. 30, 2021) at OSF Heart of Mary Medical Center, Urbana. Terry was born Oct. 31, 1962, in Danville. He married Peggy Haskin. They later divorced, and she survives. Also surviving are his significant other, Sherry Fenton; one daughter, Kassity (Victor Phillips) Briggs of Rantoul; one brother, Danny Sinclair of Knoxville, Tenn; three sisters, Cathy Sinclair of Danville, Pamela (Bob) Sinclair-New of Fairmount and Sandi Fawley of Indianola; several nieces and nephews; and several great-nieces and -nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Sara Briggs. Terry served in the U.S. Army and was a technician in the tire department at Walmart. He was a member of the Old Gaming Veterans and enjoyed sports, NASCAR, was a Cubs and Bears fan and loved his dog, Carmela. Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 8, at Danville National Cemetery, Danville, with military rites. on September 3, 2021.²

     David Lee Briggs Sr. was buried at Georgetown Cemetery, Georgetown, Vermilion Co., Illinois.^2,4 He David Lee Briggs, Sr., 74, of Westville, IL passed this life at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, November 28, 2015, at his home. David was born on June 24, 1941 in Danville, IL, the son of Robert Ray Briggs and Evelyn Geraldine (Prouty) Briggs. David (Dave) was married "55 years" to Joyce (James) Briggs in Danville, IL on June 25, 1960. She survives. Other survivors include: one daughter, Lisa Lynn Nargelenas (Romas) of Westville, IL. and one son, David Lee Briggs, Jr. (Angie Hanner) of East Alton, IL, formerly of Georgetown, IL, and (4) grandchildren: Michael (Rachael) Nargelenas of Champaign, IL; Amanda Marie Nargelenas of Vincennes, IN; Emily Jo Briggs (Will) of Springfield; and Erika Lynn Briggs of Indiana State University, Terre Haute, IN, along with a daughter-in-law Cheryl Briggs of Tilton, IL. Other survivors include sisters-in-law: Betty Ann Young (Ron) of Westville; Georgette Puzey (Lee) of Catlin, along with her and our special family friend Ben Smith of Catlin. David was blessed with several nieces, nephews, and cousins that he loved and enjoyed speaking with. He was preceded in death by his parents: Evelyn & Robert (Bob) Briggs of Danville; a brother Robert (Sara) Briggs of Indianola; and a sister Candice (Ralph) Johnson of Ballwin, MO; along with many sister-in-laws, bother-in-laws, that he shared many great times with. In his early years, David was a journeyman meat cutter in Danville, prior to working and then retiring from General Motors Central Foundry (Tilton, IL) after 27 years in 1990 - UAW member. He was a "die-hard" St. Louis Cardinals fan, Illinois fan, and a Westville Tiger fan. He also enjoyed Nascar on Sundays and Judge Judy throughout the week. He always said that he had the "best seat in the house" by being at home in his Lazy-Boy recliner in front of the TV. He, (Grandpa), and wife (Grandma), mostly loved watching his grandchildren in school - mainly high school sporting and scholastic activities. He was blessed with very active children (Lisa & Davey) and grandchildren that kept him happily busy and made him so proud. He would make sure that "everyone in the crowd" knew where they got all their talents from. Grandpa would always be sure to arrive early with his own lawn chair to make sure he reserved his seat in the front row. He was so well liked by everyone, in many cases, people he didn't even know. Many of you would see him out-and-about, and he would go out of his way to greet you. Schroeders & County Market (North Vermilion) were his final places of choice that he visited and made new friends with every day. Dave (mostly known as Dad and Grandpa) had many hobbies that included coaching, camping, fishing, hunting, and mushrooming. Dave also enjoyed spending time in his own backyard in his swimming pool making memories with friends and family. In his early years, Dave liked to have a beer in his hometown of Westville. Dave would also spend time betting at the horse track and casino, gambling with family and friends. Finally, one last hobby Dave left a memory of was beanie baby hunting in the rain or shine and being the first in line so that all four grandchildren had a full collection. He will be laid to rest in Georgetown Cemetery.² He was born on June 24, 1941 at Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.^2,4 He married Joyce James on June 25, 1960 at Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.^2,4,5 David Lee Briggs Sr. died on November 28, 2015 at Westville, Vermilion Co., Illinois, at age 74.^2,4

     Joyce James was buried at Georgetown Cemetery, Georgetown, Vermilion Co., Illinois.^3,2 She Joyce Briggs, 76, of Westville, IL passed this life at 11:00 am, Wednesday, May 1, 2019 at her home with her son, Davey, and daughter, Lisa, beside her. Joyce was born on March 15, 1943, in Westville, IL, the daughter of Albert James and Georgette (Vallangeon) James. Joyce and David ‘Dave’ were married "55 years" in Danville, IL on June 25, 1960. Survivors include: one daughter, Lisa Lynn Nargelenas (Romas) of Westville, IL and son, David Lee Briggs, Jr. (Cheryl Tartaglia Briggs), formerly of Georgetown, IL; four grandchildren, Michael (Rachael) Nargelenas of Mahomet, IL, Amanda Marie Nargelenas of Vincennes, IN, Emily Jo (Briggs) and Will Jennings of Springfield, and Erika Lynn Briggs of Tilton along with her friend, Tyler Ramsey; and three great grandchildren, Kylar, Murray, and Baker Nargelenas. Other survivors include: her sisters, Betty Anne Young (Ron) of Westville and Georgette Puzey of Catlin along with her special family friend, Ben Smith of Catlin. Joyce was blessed with several nieces, nephews, and cousins that she loved and enjoyed speaking with. She was preceded in death by: her parents, Albert & Georgette James of Westville; two brothers, Ronnie & Albert James of Westville; and two sisters, Winifred ‘Wini’ Bolser of Westville, IL and Carolyn Hays of Westville, IL. Joyce was a hard working house wife and mother. Joyce was, along with her husband, son, and daughter, a "die-hard" St. Louis Cardinals fan, Illinois fan, and a Westville Tiger fan. She enjoyed working daily in her yard and her wonderful home in Westville. She enjoyed her neighbors and those that drove by as they waved to say hi, with many stopping just to tell her how beautiful she kept her yard. Mom (Joyce) rarely left her home for it was her comfort zone. Joyce loved to cook for her family. She (Grandma) mostly loved watching her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren grow. She was blessed with very active and loving children (Lisa & Davey); grandchildren (Michael, Amanda, Emily, and Erika) which too kept her happily & proudly busy. She would make sure that "everyone else” was taken care of first before herself. Grandpa (Dave) would always be sure to arrive to all family events first, always reserving a seat in the front row for his wife, Joyce whom would be close behind. They were always together, never missed anything. Joyce was so well liked by everyone, in many cases, people she didn't even know, but people that her husband (Dave) knew. Mom’s final resting place was in her front room, near her couch she laid on daily and nightly to enjoy her favorite shows, including the Voice and American Idol, not to mention all the country music awards. Joyce was a Coal Miner’s Daughter (loved Lorretta Lynn) and had lived the life a girl with a Coat of many Colors (Dolly Parton). Joyce also enjoyed her backyard rock garden, once a swimming pool that has so many memories with friends and family. Mom did not swim, but she kept the pool ready and cleaned on a daily basis, always ready for others to enjoy as she enjoyed watching them. Finally, one last hobby Joyce and her husband Dave left a memory of was their beanie baby collecting so all four grandchildren had a “full” collection. She will be laid to rest next to her husband, Dave, in Georgetown Cemetery.² She was born on March 15, 1943 at Westville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.^3,2 As of June 25, 1960,her married name was Briggs.¹ She married David Lee Briggs Sr., son of Robert Rae Briggs and Evelyn Geraldine Prouty, on June 25, 1960 at Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.^1,3,2 Joyce James died on May 1, 2019 at Westville, Vermilion Co., Illinois, at age 76.^3,2

     Her Social Security Number was 345-44-7900.³ Her married name was Johnson.² Candice Raye "Candy" Briggs married Ralph Johnson.^2,4 Candice Raye "Candy" Briggs was born on December 4, 1951 at Danville, Vermilion Co., Illinois.³ She died on October 17, 1994 at Missouri at age 42.⁵ She Johnson, Candice R., Mon., Oct. 17, 1994, beloved wife of Ralph Johnson, dear mother of Michelle, and Mark Johnson, daughter of Evelyn Briggs, and the late Robert Briggs, sister of Robert, and David Briggs. on October 19, 1994.⁴