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Elmo Bonnie Look
M, #10601, b. 9 March 1920, d. 21 August 1995
| Last Edited | 14 April 2023 |
| References | Descendants of Hartwig / Hoffman Descendants of Lottman / Sievers |
Parents
| Father* | Bonnie Herman Look (b. 5 April 1882, d. 17 December 1924) |
| Mother* |  Wilhelmina (Minnie) Cornelia Hartwig (b. 5 August 1886, d. 8 August 1963) |
Family:
| Son* | Howard Elmo Look (b. 14 April 1946, d. 2 February 2011) |
Biography
| Birth | 9 March 1920 | Birth: Elmo Bonnie Look was born on 9 March 1920 in Orion Township, Fulton, Illinois, United StatesB.1,2,3 |
| Death | 21 August 1995 | Death: Elmo Bonnie Look died on 21 August 1995 at age 75 in Tucson, Pima, Arizona, United StatesB.2,1 |
| Baptism | 8 June 1920 | Baptism: Elmo Bonnie Look was baptized on 8 June 1920 at Zion Lutheran ChurchB in Peoria, Peoria, Illinois, United StatesB.4 |
| Census | 15 April 1930 | Census: Elmo Bonnie Look appeared in the census on 15 April 1930 at Richett RdB in Limestone Township, Peoria, Illinois, United StatesB. Peoria Co, Limestone Twsp, IL - p170 5B; ED72-175 |
| Witness | 15 April 1930 | Census: Elmo Bonnie Look appeared in the household of Wilhelmina (Minnie) Cornelia Hartwig in the census on 15 April 1930 in Limestone Township, Peoria, Illinois, United StatesB.5 |
| Occupation | Occupation: Elmo Bonnie Look was a security guard at Central Alarm Inc.3 | |
| Obituary | 24 August 1995 | Obituary: The obituary for Elmo was recorded on 24 August 1995. Headline: Elmo Look Publication Date: August 24, 1995 Source: Peoria Journal Star Page: D6 Subjects: Region: Illinois Obituary: PEORIA -- Elmo Bonnie Look, 75, of 4150 N. Fremont Ave., Tucson, Ariz., formerly of Peoria, died Monday, Aug. 21, 1995, at 2 East Congress St., Tucson. Born March 9, 1920, in Orion Township, Fulton County to Bonnie and Minnie Look, he married Beulah Root. She survives. Also surviving are two sons, Howard of Peoria and Harold "Bud" of Tucson; one daughter, Bonnie Patricia Look Evans; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Alberta Sanderson of Bartonville and Marjorie Vicars of Rowlett, Texas. He was preceded in death by one brother and one sister. He was a security guard at Central Alarm Inc. There will be no services or visitation. Cremation has been accorded. Arizona Mortuary in Tucson is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to Christ Lutheran Church or any charity.3 |
Citations
- [S2207] Ancestry.com, U.S., Social Security Death Index, 1935-2014
- [S491] Information from Alberta Long Sanderson, Peoria, IL; Feb 1, 1999; (309) 697-2153
- [S531] Obituary of Elmo Bonnie Look, Peoria Journal Star, Peoria, IL, Aug 24, 1995, Page D6
- [S540] Information from Zion Lutheran Church, Peoria, Peoria Co, IL
- [S810] 1930 Census; IL, Peoria Co
Howard Elmo Look
M, #10604, b. 14 April 1946, d. 2 February 2011
| Last Edited | 14 April 2023 |
| References | Descendants of Hartwig / Hoffman Descendants of Lottman / Sievers |
Parents
| Father* | Elmo Bonnie Look (b. 9 March 1920, d. 21 August 1995) |
Family: Janice Ann Griffin (b. 25 June 1947, d. 14 July 2014)
Biography
| Birth | 14 April 1946 | Birth: Howard Elmo Look was born on 14 April 1946 in Peoria, Peoria, Illinois, United StatesB.1 |
| Marriage | 16 July 1968 | Marriage: Howard Elmo Look and Janice Ann Griffin were married on 16 July 1968 in Peoria, Peoria, Illinois, United StatesB.1,2 |
| Death | 2 February 2011 | Death: Howard Elmo Look died on 2 February 2011 at age 64 in Tucson, Pima, Arizona, United StatesB.2 |
| Residence | 24 August 1995 | Residence: Howard Elmo Look lived in Peoria, Peoria, Illinois, United StatesB, on 24 August 1995.3 |
| Residence | 1 February 1999 | Residence: Howard Elmo Look lived in Arizona, United StatesB, on 1 February 1999.1 |
Citations
Janice Ann Griffin
F, #10605, b. 25 June 1947, d. 14 July 2014
| Last Edited | 14 April 2023 |
Family: Howard Elmo Look (b. 14 April 1946, d. 2 February 2011)
Biography
| Birth | 25 June 1947 | Birth: Janice Ann Griffin was born on 25 June 1947 in Metropolis, Massac, Illinois, United StatesB.1 |
| Marriage | 16 July 1968 | Marriage: Howard Elmo Look and Janice Ann Griffin were married on 16 July 1968 in Peoria, Peoria, Illinois, United StatesB.2,1 |
| Death | 14 July 2014 | Death: Janice Ann Griffin died on 14 July 2014 at age 67 in Tucson, Pima, Arizona, United StatesB.1 |
| Name | 16 July 1968 | As of 16 July 1968, Janice Ann Griffin was also known as Janice Ann Look.2 |
Citations
Bernice Mildred Walker
F, #10609, b. 12 February 1922
| Last Edited | 14 April 2023 |
| References | Descendants of Hartwig / Hoffman Descendants of Lottman / Sievers |
Parents
| Father* | Elmer F Walker (b. 6 June 1901, d. 9 January 1990) |
| Mother* | Lenora Almuth Hartwig (b. 17 June 1901, d. 12 July 1964) |
Family: Kenneth Zerwekh (b. 14 January 1918, d. 1 October 1992)
Biography
| Birth | 12 February 1922 | Birth: Bernice Mildred Walker was born on 12 February 1922 in Peoria, Illinois, United StatesB+.1 |
| Marriage | 10 June 1944 | Marriage: Kenneth Zerwekh and Bernice Mildred Walker were married on 10 June 1944 at Zion Lutheran ChurchB in Peoria, Peoria, Illinois, United StatesB.1 |
| Baptism | 29 April 1922 | Baptism: Bernice Mildred Walker was baptized on 29 April 1922 at Zion Lutheran ChurchB in Peoria, Peoria, Illinois, United StatesB.1 |
| Witness | 9 April 1930 | She was enumerated on the census of 1930 with Elmer F Walker and Lenora Almuth Hartwig in Peoria, Peoria, Illinois, United StatesB.2 |
| Confirmation | 14 April 1935 | Confirmation: Bernice Mildred Walker was confirmed on 14 April 1935 at Zion Lutheran ChurchB in Peoria, Peoria, Illinois, United StatesB.1 |
| Name | 10 June 1944 | As of 10 June 1944, Bernice Mildred Walker was also known as Bernice Mildred Zerwekh.1 |
Citations
Richard Don Glade
M, #10611, b. 13 March 1935, d. 9 July 1997
| Last Edited | 14 April 2023 |
| References | Bremer Descendency Chart (#1) Bremer Descendency Chart (#2) Bremer Descendency Chart (#3) Bremer Descendency Chart (#4) |
Parents
| Father* | Theodore R Glade (b. 5 March 1913, d. May 1972) |
| Mother* | Elsie Hesebeck (b. 5 September 1916, d. November 1977) |
Family: Marilyn Alice Leckband (b. 30 November 1934, d. 11 February 2012)
| Son* | Kevin Lowell Glade (b. 23 June 1958, d. 19 February 2003) |
| Son* | Tony Douglas Glade (b. 7 January 1965, d. 6 June 2023) |
| Son* | Darren Paul Glade (b. 21 October 1966, d. 9 March 1970) |
Biography
| Birth | 13 March 1935 | Birth: Richard Don Glade was born on 13 March 1935.1 |
| Marriage | 9 July 1954 | Marriage: Richard Don Glade and Marilyn Alice Leckband were married on 9 July 1954 at Zion Lutheran ChurchB in Horton Township, Osceola, Iowa, United StatesB.2 |
| Death | 9 July 1997 | Death: Richard Don Glade died on 9 July 1997 at age 62 at Iowa Methodist Medical CenterB in Woodward, Dallas, Iowa, United StatesB.1,3 |
| Name | Richard Don Glade was also known as Dick Glade.2 | |
| Baptism | 1935 | Baptism: Richard Don Glade was baptized in 1935 at Zion Lutheran ChurchB in Horton Township, Osceola, Iowa, United StatesB.4 |
| Witness | 5 April 1940 | He was enumerated on the census of 1940 with Theodore R Glade and Elsie Hesebeck in Horton Township, Osceola, Iowa, United StatesB.5 |
| Memo (fam) | Memo: [From the Ocheyedan Centennial Book, 1891-1991] Dick Glade, son of Ted and Elsie Hesebeck Glade, and Marilyn Leckband, daughter of Ottomar and Edna Ostermann Leckband were married at Zion Lutheran Church on July 9, 1954. Both graduated from Ocheyedan High School. Dick worked for Hattendorf Construction until Alfred retired and sold the company to Leonard Glade. Dick then worked for Leonard until he retired, at which time Dick became self-employed doing many remodeling jobs, etc. Marilyn is employed at Chase Packaging Company in Sibley, as an inspector of microwave popcorn bags. They are the parents of eleven children: Kerry, Kim, Kevin, Kris, Kelly, Lisa, Tony, Michael, Dwight and Dana. Darren Paul passed away in 1970, at age 3 from leukemia. Kerry married Karen Carlson Hellinga. He is the city maintenance and water supervisor for Ocheyedan. Karen has four children. Kim is married to George Hiveley, Jr. They live in Lake Park with their four children. George is employed at Style Craft in Milford, Iowa. Kris is married to Doug Van Hunnick. They live in Lake Park, and both work at Monfort in Worthington, Minnesota. Kelly is married to Dan Hartwig. They live in Ocheyedan, with their two daughters. Dan farms and does custom work. Kelly babysits. Lisa is married to Brad Noble, and they have three sons. Brad works on a hog confinement farm in Sioux Valley, Minnesota, wher Lisa babysits. Dwight lives in Ocheyedan, and works with Gregg Construction in Sibley. Tony lives in Ocheyedan, and works at Monfort in Worthington, Minnesota. Michael lives in Ocheyedan, and attends Iowa Lakes Community College in Estherville. He works for Greg Construction Sibley in the summer. Dana lives at home and is a senior at Sibley-Ocheyedan High School. Dana works at Village West in the summer. Dick and Marilyn have fourteen grandchildren.2 |
Citations
- [S2207] Ancestry.com, U.S., Social Security Death Index, 1935-2014
- [S146] Ocheyedan, IA Centennial Book, 1891-1991
- [S493] Obituary of Richard Glade; from Des Moines Register, Jul 12, 1997
- [S33] , compiler, Zion Lutheran Church, Ocheyedan, IA Centennial Book, 1887-1987 (.)
- [S1612] 1940 Census; IA, Osceola Co
Edward Schuster
M, #10612, b. 1836
| Last Edited | 14 April 2023 |
Family: Wilhelmina Everwein (b. 1838)
| Daughter* | Almuth Schuster+ (b. January 1859) |
| Son* | Ulrich Schuster (b. 1861) |
| Daughter* | Etta Schuster (b. 1863) |
| Daughter* | Cornelia Wilhelmina Schuster+ (b. 30 June 1865, d. 14 June 1942) |
| Son* | Bruner Schuster (b. 1872) |
| Son* | John Schuster (b. 1875) |
| Son* | Frederich Schuster (b. 1879) |
Biography
| Birth | 1836 | Birth: Edward Schuster was born in 1836 in Niedersachsen, GermanyB.1,2 |
| Marriage | Marriage: Edward Schuster and Wilhelmina Everwein were married.1 |
| Census (F) | 1870 | Edward Schuster and Wilhelmina Everwein were enumerated on the census of 1870 in Limestone Township, Peoria, Illinois, United StatesB.2 |
| Census (F) | 1880 | He and Wilhelmina Everwein were enumerated on the census of 1880 in Limestone Township, Peoria, Illinois, United StatesB.3 |
Citations
Wilhelmina Everwein
F, #10613, b. 1838
| Last Edited | 14 April 2023 |
Family: Edward Schuster (b. 1836)
| Daughter* | Almuth Schuster+ (b. January 1859) |
| Son* | Ulrich Schuster (b. 1861) |
| Daughter* | Etta Schuster (b. 1863) |
| Daughter* | Cornelia Wilhelmina Schuster+ (b. 30 June 1865, d. 14 June 1942) |
| Son* | Bruner Schuster (b. 1872) |
| Son* | John Schuster (b. 1875) |
| Son* | Frederich Schuster (b. 1879) |
Biography
| Birth | 1838 | Birth: Wilhelmina Everwein was born in 1838 in Niedersachsen, GermanyB.1 |
| Marriage | Marriage: Edward Schuster and Wilhelmina Everwein were married.2 |
| Name | Wilhelmina Everwein was also known as Wilhelmina Schuster.2 | |
| Census (F) | 1870 | She and Edward Schuster were enumerated on the census of 1870 in Limestone Township, Peoria, Illinois, United StatesB.1 |
| Census (F) | 1880 | She and Edward Schuster were enumerated on the census of 1880 in Limestone Township, Peoria, Illinois, United StatesB.3 |
Citations
Frank Henry Schaefer
M, #10614, b. 13 September 1909, d. 14 January 1935
| Last Edited | 14 April 2023 |
Family: Matilda Ann Closen (b. 14 July 1909, d. 19 April 2005)
Biography
| Birth | 13 September 1909 | Birth: Frank Henry Schaefer was born on 13 September 1909 in Peoria, Peoria, Illinois, United StatesB.1,2 |
| Marriage | 30 November 1929 | Marriage: Frank Henry Schaefer and Matilda Ann Closen were married on 30 November 1929 at St Boniface Catholic ChurchB in Peoria, Peoria, Illinois, United StatesB.3,1 |
| Death | 14 January 1935 | Death: Frank Henry Schaefer died on 14 January 1935 at age 25 in Peoria, Peoria, Illinois, United StatesB. died of double pneumonia3,1,2 |
| Burial | 17 January 1935 | Burial: Frank Henry Schaefer was buried on 17 January 1935 at St Josephs CemeteryB in Peoria, Peoria, Illinois, United StatesB.2 |
| Baptism | 10 October 1909 | Baptism: Frank Henry Schaefer was baptized on 10 October 1909 at St Boniface Catholic ChurchB in Peoria, Peoria, Illinois, United StatesB.1,2 |
| Census | 23 April 1910 | Census: Frank Henry Schaefer appeared in the census on 23 April 1910 in Peoria, Peoria, Illinois, United StatesB. listed as age 7/124 |
| Occupation | Occupation: Frank Henry Schaefer was worked at Boss Glove factory in Peoria.2 | |
| Census (F) | 10 April 1930 | He and Matilda Ann Closen were enumerated on the census of 1930 in Peoria, Peoria, Illinois, United StatesB.5 |
Citations
Leanora Cornelia Closen
F, #10615, b. 1910, d. 1910
| Last Edited | 14 April 2023 |
| References | Descendants of Hartwig / Hoffman Descendants of Lottman / Sievers |
Parents
| Father* | John Michael Closen (b. 7 January 1885, d. 29 November 1965) |
| Mother* | Etta Anna Hartwig (b. 12 March 1888, d. 18 November 1965) |
Biography
| Birth | 1910 | Birth: Leanora Cornelia Closen was born in 1910.1 |
| Death | 1910 | Death: Leanora Cornelia Closen died in 1910 at age ~0.1 |
| Note | Note:. lived only one hour1 |
Citations
- [S490] Information from Mildred Closen Honold, Peoria, IL on Feb 1, 1999; (309) 637-4360
Edith Cornelia Closen
F, #10616, b. 25 March 1912, d. 20 September 1985
| Last Edited | 14 April 2023 |
| References | Descendants of Hartwig / Hoffman Descendants of Lottman / Sievers |
Parents
| Father* | John Michael Closen (b. 7 January 1885, d. 29 November 1965) |
| Mother* | Etta Anna Hartwig (b. 12 March 1888, d. 18 November 1965) |
Family: Charles D McKinley (b. 17 November 1913, d. 23 September 1969)
| Son* | Arthur L McKinley (b. 28 January 1936, d. April 1988) |
Biography
| Birth | 25 March 1912 | Birth: Edith Cornelia Closen was born on 25 March 1912 in Peoria, Peoria, Illinois, United StatesB.1,2 |
| Marriage | 17 December 1931 | Marriage: Charles D McKinley and Edith Cornelia Closen were married on 17 December 1931 in Bloomington, McLean, Illinois, United StatesB.1,3 |
| Death | 20 September 1985 | Death: Edith Cornelia Closen died on 20 September 1985 at age 73 in Peoria, Peoria, Illinois, United StatesB.1,2 |
| Burial | Burial: Edith Cornelia Closen was buried at St Josephs CemeteryB in Peoria, Peoria, Illinois, United StatesB.3 |
| Witness | 30 November 1929 | Edith Cornelia Closen witnessed the marriage of Frank Henry Schaefer and Matilda Ann Closen on 30 November 1929 at St Boniface Catholic ChurchB in Peoria, Peoria, Illinois, United StatesB.1,4 |
| Name | 17 November 1931 | As of 17 November 1931, Edith Cornelia Closen was also known as Edith Cornelia McKinley.1 |
Citations
Charles D McKinley
M, #10617, b. 17 November 1913, d. 23 September 1969
| Last Edited | 14 April 2023 |
Family: Edith Cornelia Closen (b. 25 March 1912, d. 20 September 1985)
| Son* | Arthur L McKinley (b. 28 January 1936, d. April 1988) |
Biography
| Birth | 17 November 1913 | Birth: Charles D McKinley was born on 17 November 1913.1 |
| Marriage | 17 December 1931 | Marriage: Charles D McKinley and Edith Cornelia Closen were married on 17 December 1931 in Bloomington, McLean, Illinois, United StatesB.2,1 |
| Death | 23 September 1969 | Death: Charles D McKinley died on 23 September 1969 at age 55 in Peoria, Illinois, United StatesB+.2,1 |
Citations
Helena Amelia Closen
F, #10618, b. 13 October 1916, d. 24 June 1978
| Last Edited | 14 April 2023 |
| References | Descendants of Hartwig / Hoffman Descendants of Lottman / Sievers |
Parents
| Father* | John Michael Closen (b. 7 January 1885, d. 29 November 1965) |
| Mother* | Etta Anna Hartwig (b. 12 March 1888, d. 18 November 1965) |
Family:
| Son* | Roy William Closen (b. 16 March 1938, d. 20 March 2004) |
Biography
| Birth | 13 October 1916 | Birth: Helena Amelia Closen was born on 13 October 1916 in Peoria, Peoria, Illinois, United StatesB.1,2 |
| Death | 24 June 1978 | Death: Helena Amelia Closen died on 24 June 1978 at age 61 in Peoria, Peoria, Illinois, United StatesB.1,2 |
Citations
Wilma Brownfield
F, #10619, b. 30 December 1920, d. 23 November 1997
| Last Edited | 14 April 2023 |
Family: John Nicholas Closen (b. 6 October 1917, d. 20 October 1998)
Biography
| Birth | 30 December 1920 | Birth: Wilma Brownfield was born on 30 December 1920.1 |
| Marriage | 4 May 1946 | Marriage: John Nicholas Closen and Wilma Brownfield were married on 4 May 1946 in Pocahontas, Randolph, Arkansas, United StatesB.2 |
| Death | 23 November 1997 | Death: Wilma Brownfield died on 23 November 1997 at age 76 in Groveland, Tazewell, Illinois, United StatesB.1 |
| Burial | Burial: Wilma Brownfield was buried at Oak Grove CemeteryB in Pekin, Tazewell, Illinois, United StatesB.3 |
| Name | 4 May 1946 | As of 4 May 1946, Wilma Brownfield was also known as Wilma Closen.2 |
Citations
Martha Murel Closen
F, #10620, b. 13 June 1920, d. 26 October 1920
| Last Edited | 14 April 2023 |
| References | Descendants of Hartwig / Hoffman Descendants of Lottman / Sievers |
Parents
| Father* | John Michael Closen (b. 7 January 1885, d. 29 November 1965) |
| Mother* | Etta Anna Hartwig (b. 12 March 1888, d. 18 November 1965) |
Biography
| Birth | 13 June 1920 | Birth: Martha Murel Closen was born on 13 June 1920 in Peoria, Peoria, Illinois, United StatesB.1,2 |
| Death | 26 October 1920 | Death: Martha Murel Closen died on 26 October 1920 at age 0 in Limestone Township, Peoria, Illinois, United StatesB.1,2 |
Citations
Francis Edward Closen
M, #10621, b. 7 October 1922, d. 26 September 1945
| Last Edited | 2 November 2023 |
| References | Descendants of Hartwig / Hoffman Descendants of Lottman / Sievers World War II list |
Parents
| Father* | John Michael Closen (b. 7 January 1885, d. 29 November 1965) |
| Mother* | Etta Anna Hartwig (b. 12 March 1888, d. 18 November 1965) |
Biography
| Birth | 7 October 1922 | Birth: Francis Edward Closen was born on 7 October 1922 in Peoria, Peoria, Illinois, United StatesB.1 |
| Death | 26 September 1945 | Death: Francis Edward Closen died on 26 September 1945 at age 22 in NetherlandsB. in the US Army fighting in World War II1 |
| Census | 30 April 1930 | Census: Francis Edward Closen appeared in the census on 30 April 1930 in Limestone Township, Peoria, Illinois, United StatesB.2 |
| Military | Military: Francis Edward Closen served in the US Army during World War II. Notes from research of Frank Schaefer: According to World War II casualty lists, PFC Francis E Closen's (#16017270) body was not found. He was originally listed as Missing In Action. He is listed in the casualty list as "FOD". This means "finding of death). The files of the Netherlands American Cemetery, 6269 NA Margraten, Netherlands were made available to PFC Closen's nephew, Frank Schaefer. Excerpts from these files indicate that on 23 Sep 1945, approximately 400 Waco CG-4A gliders carrying the 325th GIR (Glider Infantry Regiment), personnel including PFC Closen in Company E were released near Overasselt, Holland. They moved to Groesbeek under cover of darkness and set up their camps in the woods. Between the 24th and 26th of September they were directed to take over the front line in the Groesbeek sector. German troops in strength occupied the Reichswald forest and were able to interrupt the ideal front line. The Germans made an unexpected fierce attack on the positions of E company, 325th GIR. It is believed that PFC Closen was killed during this battle which occurred near Molenhoek, Holland.3 |
Citations
Frederick Melvin Closen
M, #10622, b. 5 March 1925, d. 6 September 1972
| Last Edited | 14 April 2023 |
| References | Descendants of Hartwig / Hoffman Descendants of Lottman / Sievers |
Parents
| Father* | John Michael Closen (b. 7 January 1885, d. 29 November 1965) |
| Mother* | Etta Anna Hartwig (b. 12 March 1888, d. 18 November 1965) |
Family: Violet Joan Heslin (b. 9 June 1925, d. 7 July 1967)
| Son* | David Brian Closen (b. 13 January 1953, d. 2 January 1993) |
Biography
| Birth | 5 March 1925 | Birth: Frederick Melvin Closen was born on 5 March 1925 in Peoria, Peoria, Illinois, United StatesB.1,2 |
| Marriage | 5 February 1949 | Marriage: Frederick Melvin Closen and Violet Joan Heslin were married on 5 February 1949.1 |
| Death | 6 September 1972 | Death: Frederick Melvin Closen died on 6 September 1972 at age 47 in Peoria, Peoria, Illinois, United StatesB.1,2 |
| Burial | Burial: Frederick Melvin Closen was buried at St Josephs CemeteryB in Peoria, Peoria, Illinois, United StatesB.3 |
| Census | 30 April 1930 | Census: Frederick Melvin Closen appeared in the census on 30 April 1930 in Limestone Township, Peoria, Illinois, United StatesB.4 |
| Memo | 8 September 1972 | Memo: The following is an excerpt from the Peoria Journal Star, dated Sept. 8, 1972, page A-14. The news item states the "A 47 year old man was killed and two others wounded in a shooting stemming from an argument in a South Side Liquor Store. Frederick Closen of 3322 W. Starr St., was pronounced dead at the scene by Coroner Horace Payton. Robert Jack Hagan, 59, of 2732 W. Nevada St., was in critical condition last night at St. Francis Hospital intensive care unit. Sam Cooley, 29, of 2608 Seibold st., was treated at St. Francis Hospital for a bullet wound to his arm. He was shot by a policeman in the vicinity at the time of the argument. Cooley was formally charged with murder, attempted murder, and aggravated battery. He is being held in the Peoria County Jail. The shooting took place in the South Town Liquor Store, 4019 S. Adams St., about 11:15 PM. Mrs. Buelah Closen, widow of the slain man and the salesclerk at the liquor store had told Cooley to stop using "vulgar" language. Police were told the Cooley continued to swear. Witnesses said Hagan went behind the counter and picked up a 32. caliber pistol. Police said Closen took the pistol away from Hagan before he could point it at anyone and put it in his pocket. Frede (the detective) said that Cooley then pulled a pistol out of his pocket and shot both Hagan and Closen. Police officers Paul Hilst, Wayne Copeland, and James Bridges entered the liquor store and ordered Cooley to drop his pistol. They warned Cooley a second time as he turned a face them. He reportedly raised the gun and pointed it at them. The officers fired four shots at Cooley, striking him once. Cooley fled out the back door, but was apprehended by a forth policeman. Cooley, an ex-convict, had been sentenced to five years in prison in January 1969 for burglary. He was out on parole at the time of the Closen shooting. According to the Peoria County Circuit Clerk's archive file Case #72-CF 3180 transcript dated Nov. 7, 1972, charges of murder were dismissed and Cooley pleaded guilty to two charges of Voluntary Manslaughter. He was subsequently sentenced to 10 to 20 years to the Illinois Department of Corrections by Judge Calvin R. Stone, 10th Judicial Circuit Court of Illinois. He was paroled (date unknown) again and on December 25, 1980, according to court document Case #81-CF122, he was charged with Reckless Conduct, Aggravated Assault, and Unlawful Use of a Weapon. He evidently fired a shotgun endangering bodily harm to Phillip T. Ellis. It was illegal for him to be in possession of the firearm within five years of his release from prison. These charges were dismissed with leave to reinstate. He was also involved in criminal activity in years 1981, 1982, 1984, 1985, and 1992 in Peoria County, IL. Cooley's date of birth is: Nov. 7, 1942 in Greenville, Miss. He died Nov. 7, 2002 in Peoria. Source: Peoria Journal Star Obituary.3 |
Citations
Violet Joan Heslin
F, #10623, b. 9 June 1925, d. 7 July 1967
| Last Edited | 14 April 2023 |
Family: Frederick Melvin Closen (b. 5 March 1925, d. 6 September 1972)
| Son* | David Brian Closen (b. 13 January 1953, d. 2 January 1993) |
Biography
| Birth | 9 June 1925 | Birth: Violet Joan Heslin was born on 9 June 1925 at BelfastB in County Down, Ulster, Northern Ireland, United KingdomB.1 |
| Marriage | 5 February 1949 | Marriage: Frederick Melvin Closen and Violet Joan Heslin were married on 5 February 1949.2 |
| Death | 7 July 1967 | Death: Violet Joan Heslin died on 7 July 1967 at age 42 in Peoria, Illinois, United StatesB+.2,1 |
| Burial | Burial: Violet Joan Heslin was buried at St Josephs CemeteryB in Peoria, Peoria, Illinois, United StatesB.1 |
| Name | 5 February 1949 | As of 5 February 1949, Violet Joan Heslin was also known as Violet Joan Closen.2 |
Citations
Clyde Chester McKinley
M, #10624, b. 12 August 1907, d. 22 September 1996
| Last Edited | 14 April 2023 |
Parents
| Father* | Edward McKinley |
| Mother* | Daisy Buckles |
Family: Anna Cathelen Closen (b. 2 April 1926)
| Son* | Clyde Stanley McKinley, Sr (b. 22 October 1949, d. 14 May 1992) |
Biography
| Birth | 12 August 1907 | Birth: Clyde Chester McKinley was born on 12 August 1907 in Havana, Mason, Illinois, United StatesB.1,2 |
| Marriage | 14 July 1945 | Marriage: Clyde Chester McKinley and Anna Cathelen Closen were married on 14 July 1945 in Palmyra, Marion, Missouri, United StatesB.3,4 |
| Divorce | 1961 | Divorce: Clyde Chester McKinley and Anna Cathelen Closen were divorced in 1961.3 |
| Death | 22 September 1996 | Death: Clyde Chester McKinley died on 22 September 1996 at age 89 at Methodist Medical CenterB in Pekin, Tazewell, Illinois, United StatesB.5,2 |
| Burial | Burial: Clyde Chester McKinley was buried at Laurel Hill CemeteryB in Havana, Mason, Illinois, United StatesB.1 |
| Obituary | 25 September 1996 | Obituary: The obituary for Clyde was recorded on 25 September 1996. Headline: Clyde McKinley Publication Date: September 25, 1996 Source: Peoria Journal Star Page: D6 Subjects: Region: Illinois Obituary: PEKIN -- Clyde Chester McKinley, 89, of Morton Terrace, Morton, formerly of Pekin, died at 7:10 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 22, 1996, in the Methodist Medical Center emergency room. He was born Aug. 12, 1907, in Havana to Edward and Daisy Buckles McKinley. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. James C. (Maxine J.) Palmer of Biloxi, Miss., and Mrs. Eugene (Sharon K.) Nation of Tarpon Springs, Fla.; and six grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one son, Clyde S. McKinley, one grandson, one brother and one sister. According to a Jan. 4, 1944, Peoria Journal article, he worked at Caterpillar Inc. during World War II, where he invented a pneumatic attachment that removed finished parts from the fixture and guided them into a tote box. He received an commendation for the invention, which increased production by 73 percent. He later owned and operated Mac's Coal Delivery in Pekin. There will be no services or visitation. Cremation will be accorded and burial of ashes will be in Laurel Hill Cemetery in Havana. Preston-Hanley Funeral Home, Pekin Chapel, is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to the Gideon Living Memorial Bible Plan, P.O. Box 983, Tremont, Ill. 61568.1 |
Citations
- [S528] Obituary of Clyde C McKinley, Peoria Journal Star, Peoria, IL, Sep 25, 1996
- [S2207] Ancestry.com, U.S., Social Security Death Index, 1935-2014
- [S490] Information from Mildred Closen Honold, Peoria, IL on Feb 1, 1999; (309) 637-4360
- [S735] Information from Frank Schaefer
- [S494] Obituary of Clyde S McKinley, Peoria Journal Star, Peoria, IL, May 15, 1992
Melvin Eugene Closen
M, #10625, b. 24 June 1930, d. 20 July 1985
| Last Edited | 14 April 2023 |
| References | Descendants of Hartwig / Hoffman Descendants of Lottman / Sievers |
Parents
| Father* | John Michael Closen (b. 7 January 1885, d. 29 November 1965) |
| Mother* | Etta Anna Hartwig (b. 12 March 1888, d. 18 November 1965) |
Family: Margaret M Workman (b. 1 July 1931, d. 11 August 2001)
Biography
| Birth | 24 June 1930 | Birth: Melvin Eugene Closen was born on 24 June 1930 in Peoria, Peoria, Illinois, United StatesB.1,2 |
| Marriage | 28 July 1951 | Marriage: Melvin Eugene Closen and Margaret M Workman were married on 28 July 1951 in Peoria, Peoria, Illinois, United StatesB.1,3 |
| Death | 20 July 1985 | Death: Melvin Eugene Closen died on 20 July 1985 at age 55 in Peoria, Peoria, Illinois, United StatesB.1,2 |