"James Clark Yeazel, son of John and Mary Yeazel, was born near Homer, Ill., July 20, 1862. When about six years of age, he moved with his parents to this vicinity; the home being one mile west of East Lynn. Here he grew to manhood and here the larger portion of his life was spent in and about East Lynn. The story of his life is closely linked with the history of East Lynn. None knew our little village better than he. He took an active interest in all that was calculated for the welfare of the community and the state.
On Nov. 27, 1890, Leona Crane, of near Hoopeston, became his bride. During the intervening years, they have traveled life'’ pathway together, until on Wednesday afternoon, May 24, 1916, death parted them. leaving the faithful wife to journey on alone.
And yet not alone, for by her side stand three loyal children, Elsie, Lloyd and Oliver, and life shall still be made bright and hopeful, while cherishing with loving devotion the fond memories of the past. Three of Mr. Yeazel’s brothers survive him, William and Clarence who reside at Peshtigo, Wis., and Charlie of Danville, Ill. Mr. Yeazel had a host of friends and they now enter into heartfelt sympathy with the bereaved ones. He loved little children and they loved him and weep because of his death. While not a member of the church he took an interest in the welfare and contributed to its support. He was a charter member of the Tribe of Ben Hur in East Lynn.
For many years past, he was a Knight of Pythias. His brother Knights will miss him and cherish his memory green in their hearts, till the arch angels trump shall proclaim that time shall be no more.
The following relatives from a distance were in attendance at the funeral: M. L. Yeazel, of Homer, Ill.; J. T. Yeazel, of Danville; William Yeazel, of Alvin; Mr. and Mrs. Ed Householder and Mr. and Mrs. Watkins, of Fithian; Mr. and Mrs. O. H. Crane, Fred Crane and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Hal Utterback, of Wingate, Ind.’ Mrs. G. A. Pence, of Linden, Ind.; Mr. and Mrs. Morris Bowling and Mr. and Mrs. Newt Crane, of Hoopeston and one brother Charlie and family, of Danville. The other two brothers were obliged to go home before the funeral. The many friends of the family extend to them their sympathy in this sad hour." - Danville Commercial News, Thursday, June 1, 1916, page 9, Transcribed by the Homer Historical Society (Obituary provided by Raymond Cunningham)
On Nov. 27, 1890, Leona Crane, of near Hoopeston, became his bride. During the intervening years, they have traveled life'’ pathway together, until on Wednesday afternoon, May 24, 1916, death parted them. leaving the faithful wife to journey on alone.
And yet not alone, for by her side stand three loyal children, Elsie, Lloyd and Oliver, and life shall still be made bright and hopeful, while cherishing with loving devotion the fond memories of the past. Three of Mr. Yeazel’s brothers survive him, William and Clarence who reside at Peshtigo, Wis., and Charlie of Danville, Ill. Mr. Yeazel had a host of friends and they now enter into heartfelt sympathy with the bereaved ones. He loved little children and they loved him and weep because of his death. While not a member of the church he took an interest in the welfare and contributed to its support. He was a charter member of the Tribe of Ben Hur in East Lynn.
For many years past, he was a Knight of Pythias. His brother Knights will miss him and cherish his memory green in their hearts, till the arch angels trump shall proclaim that time shall be no more.
The following relatives from a distance were in attendance at the funeral: M. L. Yeazel, of Homer, Ill.; J. T. Yeazel, of Danville; William Yeazel, of Alvin; Mr. and Mrs. Ed Householder and Mr. and Mrs. Watkins, of Fithian; Mr. and Mrs. O. H. Crane, Fred Crane and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Hal Utterback, of Wingate, Ind.’ Mrs. G. A. Pence, of Linden, Ind.; Mr. and Mrs. Morris Bowling and Mr. and Mrs. Newt Crane, of Hoopeston and one brother Charlie and family, of Danville. The other two brothers were obliged to go home before the funeral. The many friends of the family extend to them their sympathy in this sad hour." - Danville Commercial News, Thursday, June 1, 1916, page 9, Transcribed by the Homer Historical Society (Obituary provided by Raymond Cunningham)
"James Clark Yeazel, son of John and Mary Yeazel, was born near Homer, Ill., July 20, 1862. When about six years of age, he moved with his parents to this vicinity; the home being one mile west of East Lynn. Here he grew to manhood and here the larger portion of his life was spent in and about East Lynn. The story of his life is closely linked with the history of East Lynn. None knew our little village better than he. He took an active interest in all that was calculated for the welfare of the community and the state.
On Nov. 27, 1890, Leona Crane, of near Hoopeston, became his bride. During the intervening years, they have traveled life'’ pathway together, until on Wednesday afternoon, May 24, 1916, death parted them. leaving the faithful wife to journey on alone.
And yet not alone, for by her side stand three loyal children, Elsie, Lloyd and Oliver, and life shall still be made bright and hopeful, while cherishing with loving devotion the fond memories of the past. Three of Mr. Yeazel’s brothers survive him, William and Clarence who reside at Peshtigo, Wis., and Charlie of Danville, Ill. Mr. Yeazel had a host of friends and they now enter into heartfelt sympathy with the bereaved ones. He loved little children and they loved him and weep because of his death. While not a member of the church he took an interest in the welfare and contributed to its support. He was a charter member of the Tribe of Ben Hur in East Lynn.
For many years past, he was a Knight of Pythias. His brother Knights will miss him and cherish his memory green in their hearts, till the arch angels trump shall proclaim that time shall be no more.
The following relatives from a distance were in attendance at the funeral: M. L. Yeazel, of Homer, Ill.; J. T. Yeazel, of Danville; William Yeazel, of Alvin; Mr. and Mrs. Ed Householder and Mr. and Mrs. Watkins, of Fithian; Mr. and Mrs. O. H. Crane, Fred Crane and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Hal Utterback, of Wingate, Ind.’ Mrs. G. A. Pence, of Linden, Ind.; Mr. and Mrs. Morris Bowling and Mr. and Mrs. Newt Crane, of Hoopeston and one brother Charlie and family, of Danville. The other two brothers were obliged to go home before the funeral. The many friends of the family extend to them their sympathy in this sad hour." - Danville Commercial News, Thursday, June 1, 1916, page 9, Transcribed by the Homer Historical Society (Obituary provided by Raymond Cunningham)
On Nov. 27, 1890, Leona Crane, of near Hoopeston, became his bride. During the intervening years, they have traveled life'’ pathway together, until on Wednesday afternoon, May 24, 1916, death parted them. leaving the faithful wife to journey on alone.
And yet not alone, for by her side stand three loyal children, Elsie, Lloyd and Oliver, and life shall still be made bright and hopeful, while cherishing with loving devotion the fond memories of the past. Three of Mr. Yeazel’s brothers survive him, William and Clarence who reside at Peshtigo, Wis., and Charlie of Danville, Ill. Mr. Yeazel had a host of friends and they now enter into heartfelt sympathy with the bereaved ones. He loved little children and they loved him and weep because of his death. While not a member of the church he took an interest in the welfare and contributed to its support. He was a charter member of the Tribe of Ben Hur in East Lynn.
For many years past, he was a Knight of Pythias. His brother Knights will miss him and cherish his memory green in their hearts, till the arch angels trump shall proclaim that time shall be no more.
The following relatives from a distance were in attendance at the funeral: M. L. Yeazel, of Homer, Ill.; J. T. Yeazel, of Danville; William Yeazel, of Alvin; Mr. and Mrs. Ed Householder and Mr. and Mrs. Watkins, of Fithian; Mr. and Mrs. O. H. Crane, Fred Crane and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Hal Utterback, of Wingate, Ind.’ Mrs. G. A. Pence, of Linden, Ind.; Mr. and Mrs. Morris Bowling and Mr. and Mrs. Newt Crane, of Hoopeston and one brother Charlie and family, of Danville. The other two brothers were obliged to go home before the funeral. The many friends of the family extend to them their sympathy in this sad hour." - Danville Commercial News, Thursday, June 1, 1916, page 9, Transcribed by the Homer Historical Society (Obituary provided by Raymond Cunningham)
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