U.S., Social Security Death Index, 1935-2014
Pearson, Phyllis
August 05, 1932 - June 03, 2004
East Moline, IL
Phyllis I. Pearson, age 71 of Moline died June 3, 2004 at Trinity Medical Center, Rock Island. Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 9th at Esterdahl Mortuary, Ltd., 6601- 38th Avenue, Moline with the Rev. Kimberly Riebe officiating. Visitation will be from 4:00-8:00 on Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery, Moline. Memorials may be made to First Day Fund through United Township Clergy or a charity of your choice. Phyllis Irene was born on August 5, 1932 in Moline, the daughter of Arthur and Dora Melin Pearson. Her mother passed away on May 23, 1949, when she was a junior in high school. Being an only child, she became a companion and a housekeeper for her father. Phyllis completed United Township High School in 1950. She graduated from Augustana College with a B.S. in Speech Therapy in 1954. She earned her Master's (M.S.) degree in Speech Pathology and Audiology from the University of Illinois in 1961. She taught for twelve years in the Silvis Schools. She also ran a neighborhood grocery store and worked as a realtor at times. For the past 34 years, Phyllis had worked in Riverdale Schools, District #100, in Port Byron, IL as a speech/language pathologist for pre-school through high school students. She touched the lives of many children during her 49 years of teaching. She had planned on retiring in June of 2005. Phyllis was a member of American Business Women's Association, Plow Capital Chapter since 1973. She also belonged to the Quad City Speech & Hearing Association, the Riverdale Teacher's Association, Council for Exceptional Children, the Silvis Classroom Teachers Association, and East Moline Women's Club. She was a member of the Zal Caldron #4 of Moline. She was a member of the Nifty-Fifties Group in high school. She was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in East Moline during high school and college through 1960 and was very active in the youth groups of the church. Phyllis was also a member of Short Hills Country Club and the Clara Lodge #118 Independent Order of Vikings. Her other memberships include AARP, the Croation Club, Willow Springs, the Moose, the YMCA, and the Regional Office of Education. Her joys in life included playing piano, reading, golfing 
, swimming and dining with friends. SURVIVORS: include her cousins Nola Melin Hopp, Beaufort, SC, Roma Melin Medd of Bettendorf and Jon Melin of Moline.
Ruud, Margaret P.,
July 22, 1910 - June 02, 2004
Bettendorf, IA
Margaret P. Ruud, 93, of Bettendorf, IA, died Wednesday June 2, 2004 at her home. Funeral Services will be 11am Saturday at Esterdahl Mortuary, Ltd., 6601-38th Ave., Moline. Visitation will be 1 hour prior to service time. Burial will be at Greenview Memorial Gardens, East Moline. Memorials may be made to a favorite charity of your choice. Margaret was born July 22, 1910 in Moline, IL., the daughter of Frederick and Viola Rathburn Pusey. She married Clarence Ruud July 22, 1932 in Oquawka; he preceded her in death on November 25, 1980. Margaret enjoyed traveling and studying history and genealogy. She was also active in the Moline Senior Citizens Center. SURVIVORS: Daughter Vianne “Vi” (Harry) Bowman, Brighton, Mich. Son, Larry (Donna) Ruud, Las Vegas, NV 7 Grandchildren 7 Great Grandchildren She was preceded in death by her sister Dorothy.
Weekly, Wanda L.
May 09, 1914 - June 02, 2004
Rock Island, IL.
Services: 11:00 a.m. June 07, 2004 at Esterdahl Mortuary, Ltd. 6601-38th Ave. Moline, IL.
Visitation: 3:00-5:00 p.m. June 06, 2004 at at the funeral home.
Wanda L. Weekly age 90, of Moline died Wednesday, June 2, 2004 at Trinity West Medical Center, Rock Island. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. on Monday, June 7, 2004 at Esterdahl Mortuary, Ltd. 6601-38th Avenue, Moline. Visitation will be Sunday from 3-5 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be at National Cemetery, Rock Island. Wanda was born May 9, 1914 in Lewis County, Missouri, the daughter of Edward Morris and Dora Belle Hamilton Snyder. She married James Frame Horsman in Missouri. She later married Everett W. Weekly on October 3, 1959 in Moline. He preceded her in death on November 20, 1980. Wanda was a nurses aide on the pediatric floor at the former Moline Public Hospital. Wanda enjoyed fishing, playing cards and being with her family and friends. SURVIVORS: Sons James Horsman, Moline, John (Sue) Horsman, Andalusia 6 Grandchildren, 6 Great Grandchildren and a special friend Jim Richardson of Moline.. She was preceded in death by her husband, infant daughter Mary Ruth Horsman and a son Edward Horsman.
Stuard, Wanetta M.,
January 17, 1923 - June 01, 2004
Colona, IL
Wanetta M. Stuard, 81, of Colona died Tuesday June 1, 2004 at Illini Hospital, Silvis. Memorial Services will be 1:00 p.m. Thursday June 3, 2004 at Esterdahl Mortuary, Ltd., 6601-38th Ave., Moline. Visitation will be 1 hour prior to service time. Wanetta was born on January 17, 1923 in Geneseo, the daughter of James and Kathryn Cole. She married Robert “Stu” Stuard in 1965. He preceded her in death in November 2001. Wanetta loved going to the mall and shopping. She also loved spending time with her great grandchildren. SURVIVORS: Son, Robert (Linda) Baze, 4 Grandchildren, Beth Hann, Brian Baze, Chad Baze & Julie Debusschere 4, Great Grandchildren: Hailey Hann, Rachel Baze Allyson Debusschere Brenton Debusschere
Olson, Chester
June 06, 1915 - May 30, 2004
Davenport, IA
Visitation: 4-7 p.m. June 02, 2004 at Esterdahl Mortuary, Ltd. Moline
Funeral Service: 11 a.m. June 03, 2004 at First Covenant Church, Moline
Chester Olson age 88 of Bettendorf died May 30, 2004 at Genesis Medical Center, Davenport, IA. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thursday, June 3, 2004 at First Covenant Church, Moline. Visitation will be Wednesday from 4-7 p.m. at Esterdahl Mortuary, Ltd. 6601-38th Ave., Moline. Burial will be at Moline Memorial Park. Memorials may be made to First Covenant Church, Moline where he was a lifetime member and served on various Boards. Chester was born June 6, 1915 in Moline to William and Esther Isaacson Olson. He married Elsie Mae Peterson on March 3, 1944 in Moline. Chester was a die shop superintendent at Moline Forge for 43 years retiring in 1984. SURVIVORS: Wife, Elsie Mae Son-in-law, Harold Corson, Littleton, CO, Grandchildren: Deborah (David) Orr, Peoria, IL Laurel (Jeff) Gilbert, Littleton, CO 5 Great Grandchildren He was preceded in death by his daughter “Lynn” Corson, grandson Michael Corson and brother Gilbert Olson.
Vana, Sr., John V.
January 09, 1916 - May 28, 2004
Moline, IL
John V. Vana, Sr age 88 of Moline died May 28, 2004 at his home. Funeral services will be 1p.m. Tuesday, June 1, 2004 at Esterdahl Mortuary, Ltd. 6601-38th Ave., Moline. Visitation will be Monday from 3-6 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be at Greenview Memorial Gardens, East Moline. Memorials may be made to Hospice Care of VNA. John was born January 9, 1916 in Chicago, IL to John and Marie Theresa Rose Muzika Vana. He moved to Moline in 1941 to work at the Arsenal and in ten months he met his wife in Moline. He married Amber Jewell Erickson on February 21, 1943 in Moline. She preceded him in death on April 10, 2001. John was a tool, die & gage maker for the Rock Island Arsenal for 30 years retiring in January of 1976. John built his family home during 1953-1955. He enjoyed camping, making frames for his wife’s paintings, astronomy and spending winters for 21 years at Ramblers Rest Resort in Venice, FL. He also enjoyed slumber parties with his grandchildren and watching their sporting events. SURVIVORS: Daughter: Jonell (Jim) Dean, Moline, Sons: John (Gloria) Vana, Moline, Dr. Jim (Diane) Vana, Moline,, Grandchildren: Dr. Julie Dean-McCurdy Jennifer Dean Craig Vana Kristin Vana, Lindsey Vana Matthew Vana Brother, Richard Vana, Medinah, IL Sister-in-law, Judy Vana LaGrange, IL He was preceded in death by his wife and brother Lad Vana.
Robinson, Rosalie
September 13, 1918 - May 26, 2004
Orion, IL
Rosalie T. Robinson (Nana) , 85, formerly of Wadsworth, OH and Orion, IL went to be with the Lord on May 26, 2004 at Rosewood Care Center, Moline. A memorial service will be held at 12:00 p.m. on June 6, 2004 at Orion Christian Church on Route 150 Orion, IL. In accordance with her wishes, her body has been cremated. Burial will take place at Woodlawn Cemetery
at a later date. Memorials may be made to Orion Christian Church Youth Group or Heartland Hospice. Kirk, Huggins & Esterdahl Funeral Home, Ltd. is assisting the family. Rosalie was born September 13, 1918 in Dover, OH the daughter of Joseph and Annantonia (Panza) Tecco. She was one of fourteen children. She graduated from Dover High School in 1936. She entered nurses training and graduated in 1940 from Peoples Hospital. She was head nurse at Akron General Hospital, retiring in 1986. She was a membr of Grace Lutheran Church. She was a volunteer for the American Red Cross. She was a membr of the Woman’s Club of Wadworth. She also volunteered at the Wadsworth Hospital for a number of years. She planted flowers at her church and the square in Wadsworth, OH. She was an avid gardener. She enjoyed sewing, quilting, making cards, reading and her many Christian retreats. She enjoyed people and that showed in her many years of nursing and the wonderful care she gave her patients. SURVIVORS: Children, David Love, Akron, OH Kathleen (Mrs. Don) Goembel, Orion, IL Joyce (Mrs. Mike) Franklin, Massillon, OH 8 grandchildren 2 step grandchildren 14 great grandchildren 3 step great grandchildren, Sister: Gloria Thompson, California Brothers: Whitie Tecco, Cleveland, OH Dan Tecco, Dover, OH Edison Tecco, Maryland Willis Tecco, Florida Robert Tecco, California Ted Tecco, Medina, OH Joseph Tecco Pennsylvania She was preceded in death by her husband Max, her parents, sisters Viola Baird, Jessie Vance and brothers Charles, Pat and John Tecco. A special thank you to Rosewood Care Center and Heartland Hospice for their special care.
DeMeyer, Jr., Maurice R. "Dick",
May 24, 1943 - May 25, 2004
Andover, IL.
Services: 12:00 p.m. May 29, 2004 at Kirk, Huggins & Esterdahl Funeral Home, Ltd. 1301-4th Street, Orion, IL.
Visitation: 1 hour prior to service May 29, 2004 at at the funeral home.
Maurice R. “Dick” DeMeyer, Jr. age 61 of Coal Valley died peacefully at the home of his daughter after a courageous battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his family at his side. Funeral services will be 12 p.m. Saturday, May 29, 2004 at Kirk, Huggins & Esterdahl Funeral Home, Ltd., Orion. Visitation will be one hour prior to service time at the funeral home. Burial will be at Western Cemetery, Orion. military honors will be conducted by American Legion Post #255 and Orion VFW # 143 Memorials may be made to St. Jude’s Children Hospital or Gilda’s Club. Maurice was born May 24, 1943 in Moline to Maurice R. and Marie Batsleer DeMeyer, Sr. He married Deborah S. Huggins on April 6, 1968 in East Moline. Maurice was operator in the Power House for John Deere Harvester, East Moline from 1977 to last working in November of 2002. Prior to his job at John Deere he was self-employed for 10 years as owner and operator for DX Gas Station, East Moline. Maurice was an
Army veteran serving from 1965-1967. SURVIVORS: Daughter: Susan DeMeyer-Dettmann and her husband Howard Andover Son, Joseph DeMeyer, Coal Valley Grandchildren, Justin & Kayla, Andover, Sister: Mary Jo Batzkiel and her husband Bob Lowden, IA Brother, Michael DeMeyer and his companion friend Linda, Moline, Aunt, Grace DeMeyer, East Moline Many nieces, nephews, & cousins He was preceded in death by a son James Allen DeMeyer (11/25/1990) and his parents. Dick and his family would like to say a special thanks to Pathway Hospice and Dr. Porubcin and his staff.
Daniels, Harold
September 17, 1936 - May 23, 2004
Moline, IL
Harold Daniels, 67 of Moline died May 23, 2004 at St. Francis Hospital, Peoria, IL. There will be a graveside service at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 26, 2004 at Rose Lawn Memorial Estate in Moline. People may meet at Esterdahl Mortuary, Ltd. 6601-38th Ave. Moline after 1:00 p.m. to proceed to the cemetery. Harold was born September 17, 1936 in Centerville, IA. to Eugene V. and Gretchen Blackstock Daniels. He married Ann Taft. He later married Lois Walker on November 28, 1974. She preceded him in death on October 28, 1996. Harold was employed as a sheet metal worker for Local 91 last working in 1995. Harold was a loyal Chicago Cubs and Bears fan. SURVIVORS: Niece, Cindy Traub Brothers: Francis Daniels Richard Daniels Harry Daniels 4 daughters and several other nieces and nephews., He was preceded in death by 2 sisters Patricia Daniels, Kathleen Miller and brother Eugene V. Daniels, Jr.
Haskins, Sr., Roger Paul
February 03, 1944 - May 20, 2004
Iowa City, IA
Visitation: 4-7 p.m. May 24, 2004 at at the funeral home
Funeral Service: 11:00 a.m. May 25, 2004 at Esterdahl Mortuary, Ltd.
Roger Paul Haskins, Sr. age 60, of Moline died unexpectedly May 20, 2004 at the VA Hospital in Iowa City, Iowa. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 25, 2004 at Esterdahl Mortuary, Ltd. 6601-38th Ave., Moline. Visitation will be Monday from 4-7 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be at Riverside Cemetery, Moline with military honors conducted by Moline American Legion Post #246. Memorials may be made to his family for a fund to be established. Roger was born February 3, 1944 in Moline to Frank and Vivian Anderson Haskins. Roger was last employed as a car salesman for Key Auto Mall, Moline. Roger was a Navy Air Vietnam veteran serving from March of 1962- March of 1965. He played for the Q.C. Mohawks Team, a semi pro football team. SURVIVORS: Daughter: Erica Haskins Geneseo Sons: Roger Haskins, Jr., Geneseo Dave Haskins Arkansas Darren Haskins, Arkansas Kyle Haskins, Arizona 3 Grandchildren, Sister: Trudy Harper, Moline, Brothers: Grant (Dorinda) Haskins, Wisconsin Gerald (Flycka) Haskins, East Moline Many nieces and nephews Good friends, Teresa, Sheila, Glen “Butch” Frese He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother Dave.
West, Mabel
June 26, 1919 - May 20, 2004
Puyallup, WA
Graveside Service: 2:00 p.m. June 04, 2004 at Rose Lawn Memorial Estate, Moline, IL
Mabel V. West, age 84 formerly of Moline died May 20, 2004 in Puyallup, WA. There will be a graveside service at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, June 4, 2004 at Rose Lawn Memorial Estate, Moline, IL. Rev. Chris Meyer will be officiating the service. Esterdahl Mortuary, Ltd. 6601-38th Avenue, Moline is assisting the family. The family requests that no flowers or memorials be made. Mabel was born June 26, 1919 in Moline, IL the daughter of Walter L and Marie Viola Whitmore Brown. She was married to Charles Catterton, Sr. and later Floyd F. West, both of whom have preceded her in death. Mabel owned and operated the Villa Park Cafe in Moline with her first husband. She moved to Washington state in 1961. She enjoyed all kinds of crafts and sewing; writing poetry and stories to be incorporated into her genealogy. SURVIVORS: Daughters: Donna Carlson, Moline, IL Norma Robinson, Tacoma, WA Son, Charles Catterton, Phoenix, AZ Brothers: Leroy Brown, Taylor Ridge, IL Russell Brown, East Moline, IL, Sister: Janet Kahlhammer, Waupun, WI 9 Grandchildren, 16 Great Grandchildren and 2 Great Great Grandchildren Special friends Ralph and Isabel Martin from Yelm, WA She was preceded in death by her husbands, daughter Bonnie and brothers Joe, Wilbur and Walter.
