U.S., Social Security Death Index, 1935-2014
Lawson, Donald J.,
August 06, 1911 - May 19, 2004
Geneseo, Illinois
Services: 1:00 p.m. May 24, 2004 at Kirk, Huggins & Esterdahl Funeral Home, Ltd. Orion, IL.
Visitation: 4:00-6:00 p.m. May 23, 2004 at at the funeral home.
Donald James Lawson, 92 of Orion died May 19, 2004 at Good Samaritan in Geneseo. Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Monday, May 24, 2004 at Kirk, Huggins & Esterdahl Funeral Home, Ltd., Orion. Visitation will be Sunday from 4-6 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be at Western Township Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Roger Lawson Scholarship Fund. Donald was born August 6, 1911 in Orion, IL to Sanford H. and Gertrude Wilkins Lawson. He married Phyllis Mae Wilson on July 17, 1938 in Galesburg, IL. She preceded him in death on January 17, 1966. Donald began his career at the former Sherrard Power System, Orion as a meter reader and retired as a bookkeeper in 1976 after 38 years of employment. After his retirement he served on the Board of Directors for the Sherrard Power System. Donald was a member of Orion United Methodist Church. He was a fifty plus year member of the Sherman Lodge No 535 AF & AM, Orion. He was a charter member of the Orion Lions Club. He was a member of the Board of Directors for the Orion Telephone Exchange serving first as treasurer and later as vice president. He was also treasurer for the Orion School District for over 26 years. He was the M.C. of the Orion Corn Show which preceded the Orion Fall Festival. He was a devoted Cubs fan throughout his life and enjoyed duck and pheasant
hunting in his younger years and duck and pheasant eating in his later years. SURIVORS Daugher Judith Lawson, Orion Son, Roger Lawson, Orion Sisters, Geraldine Everitt, Freeport, IL Patricia Shaffers, Quincy, IL He was preceded in death by parents, wife, daughter Rosalyn A.Lawson, brother Robert Lawson and sister Dorothy DeCrane.
St. Clair, Minne A.
February 06, 1907 - May 19, 2004
Silvis, IL
Visitation: 4-7 p.m. May 21, 2004 at at the funeral home
Funeral Service: 1 p.m. with visitation one hour prior May 22, 2004 at Esterdahl Mortuary, Ltd.
Minnie A. St. Clair, 97, of East Moline died Wednesday May 19, 2004 at Illini Restorative Care, Silvis. Services will be 1:00 pm Saturday May 22, 2004 at Esterdahl Mortuary, Ltd., 6601-38th Ave., Moline. Visitation will be from 4-7 pm Friday at the funeral home. There will be an additional visitation 1 hour prior to the service on Saturday. Burial will be at Greenview Memorial Gardens, East Moline. Minnie was born on February 6, 1907 in Furnace, KY the daughter of Creed and Abigail Rogers Bishop. She married Leonard St. Clair in January of 1931 in Stanton, KY. He preceded her in death in 1968. Minnie was employeed by the East Moline State Hospital as a cook for 17 years, retiring in 1968. Minnie enjoyed bowling and fishing. She also enjoyed spending time with her family and gardening. SURVIVORS: Daughters: Sarah (Kermit) Sharp, Corydon, IA Theresa King, East Moline Dorothy Casper, East Moline Son, Leonard (Rita) St. Clair East Moline, Sisters, Geneva Watkins, Kentucky Clettie Adams, TN Brother, Art Bishop, Kentucky 14, Grandchildren: 25 Great Grandchildren 15 Great Great Grandchildren Three Special Friends, Hazel Spencer, Nancy VonMontz, Marie DeRoin
Robertson, James A.
January 06, 1957 - May 19, 2004
Moline, IL
Visitation: 4-7 p.m. May 22, 2004 at 3312-38th Street, Moline
James G. Robertson, 47 of Pleasant Valley died May 19, 2004 in Moline. A gathering of family and friends will be Sunday, May 23, 2004 from 4-7 p.m. at 3312-38th St. Moline. Esterdahl Mortuary, Ltd., Moline is assisting the family. Jim was born January 6, 1957 in Chicago, IL. to James and Etta V. Robertson. He married Virginia Bertram on July 5, 1991 in Rock Island. Jim was employed by Old Reliable Roofing for 15 years and as a welder for 4 years. Jim was an auto enthusiast who liked to collect and restore old cars and trucks and he also loved motorcycles. He enjoyed gardening and liked to be outdoors. SURVIVORS: Wife, Ginny, Pleasant Valley Sons: Jeremy, Easton, PA. Jayme, Pleasant Valley, 2 Step children, Heather Ackerman Moline Jesse Baxter, Chicago, Grandson Hunter James, Lincoln, NE. Step grandson, Dylan Marley, Moline,
Nelson, Eva L.
August 20, 1916 - May 18, 2004
Silvis, IL
Visitation: one hour prior to service time May 21, 2004 at at the funeral home
Funeral Service: 11:00 a.m. May 21, 2004 at Esterdahl Mortuary, Ltd.
Eva Loraine Nelson, 87 of Moline died May 18, 2004 at Illini Hospital, Silvis. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, May 21, 2004 with visitation one hour prior to service time at Esterdahl Mortuary, Ltd. 6601-38th Ave., Moline. Burial will be at Viola City Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Hope United Church of Christ, Moline. Eva was born August 20, 1916 in Aledo, IL to Frank and Rosa Foote Spence. She married Keith Ernest Nelson on April 20, 1935 in Aledo, IL. He preceded her in death on July 28, 1996. Eva was a member of Hope United Church of Christ where she was a member of the Ester Circle. She loved to read, crochet, gardening and bird watching. SURVIVORS: Daughters: Donna (Stanley) Andon, Port Byron, IL Marilyn (Milos) Marijan, Chicago Son, Larry Nelson, Moline, 7 grandchildren 11 great grandchildren several nieces and nephews.
Killam, Carl Edward
February 04, 1943 - May 18, 2004
Rock Island, IL
Visitation: 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. May 20, 2004 at Esterdahl Mortuary, Ltd.
Funeral Service: 10 a.m. May 21, 2004 at Wildwood Baptist Church, 18717 Hubbard Rd., East Moline, IL.
Carl Edward Killam, 61 of East Moline, died Tuesday, May 18, 2004 following a courageous battle with cancer. He passed in the presence of friends and family. Services are 10:00 a.m. Friday, May 21, 2004 at Wildwood Baptist Church. Burial will be at National Cemetery, Rock Island Arsenal, with military honors conducted by East Moline American Legion Post # 227. Visitation is today 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at Esterdahl Mortuary, Ltd. 6601-38th Ave., Moline. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Carl Killam Business Scholarship or Wildwood Baptist Church. He was born Feb. 4, 1943, in Rippey, Iowa, son of Wilton Killam and Cleone Grow. He married his loving wife Kathleen Heater Nov. 25, 1967. Carl taught at United Township High School for 36 years. He was a US
Army Veteran of the Vietname War. Carl was an involved member of Wildwood Baptist Church and the East Moline Rotary Club. He enjoyed golfing 
and supporting both the Iowa Hawkeyes and UTHS Panthers. SURVIVORS: include many family and friends, his wife; brother and sister-in-law Ken and Karen, Capron, IL; sons and daughter-in-law Kai and Christa, East Moline and Kris, St. Louis; and a perfect grandson Caden Edward.
Castle, Paul Ray
November 10, 1938 - May 15, 2004
Moline, IL.
Services: 10:00 a.m. May 20, 2004 at New Hope Baptist Church, Coal Valley, IL.
Visitation: 4:00-8:00 p.m. May 19, 2004 at Esterdahl Mortuary, Ltd. 6601-38th Ave. Moline, IL.
Paul Ray Castle, 65 of Rock Island died Saturday, May 15, 2004 at Trinity Medical Center, Moline. Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Thursday, May 20, 2004 at New Hope Baptist Church, Coal Valley. Visitation will be Wednesday from 4-8 p.m. at Esterdahl Mortuary, Ltd. 6601 -38th Ave. Moline, IL. Burial will be at Moline Memorial Park. Memorials may be made to the New Hope Baptist Church, Coal Valley or the Popular Astronomy Club of Rock Island. Paul was born November 10, 1938 in Moline, IL. the son of Ross Ray and Elsie Lavina Barger Castle. He married Marrietta Walden on March 16, 1962 in East Moline, IL. Paul was employed as a Technical Illustrator for Deere and Co. for 28 years, retiring on June 30, 1992. He was a veteran of the Air Force during the Vietnam Era from 1961-1965, serving a year in Pakistan. He was an avid amateur astronomer and served as president of the Popular Astronomy Club for over 20 years. He was an officer of the North Central Region of the Astronomical League. He was a creator and author of books and observing guides on double stars and planets published through the Planetary Club. Paul brought his passion for astronomy to the general public through PACMO (Popular Astronomy Club Mobile Observatory.) Paul was an active member and deacon of the New Hope Baptist Church in Coal Valley, where he also served as librarian. He was a founding member of the Midwest Corvette Club. Paul created artwork and logos for companies and individuals after retiring. He enjoyed pursuing and investigating family histories and genealogy. He loved amateur photography and science fiction. SURVIVORS: Wife, Marrietta Rock Island Daughters: Terrina Marie (Ned) Gosa Rock Island Selena Rae Castle, Walker, MN. GrandDaughter: Chloe Marie Castle Gosa He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Lanny Ross.
Peterson, Glendoris "Sue",
March 16, 1927 - May 12, 2004
Rock Island, IL.
Visitation: 4:00-7:00 p.m. May 14, 2004 at Esterdahl Mortuary, Ltd. 6601-38th Ave. Moline, IL.
Glendoris “Sue” Peterson, 77 of Moline died May 12, 2004 at Trinity Medical Center, Rock Island. There will be a private family service. Family and friends can gather to share their memories of Sue on Friday, May 14, 2004 from 4-7 p.m. at Esterdahl Mortuary, Ltd. 6601-38th Ave., Moline, IL. Burial will be at Greenview Memorial Gardens, East Moline. Memorials may be made to American Red Cross, Quad Cities Chapter or Alleman High School. Sue was born March 16, 1927 in Sewal, IA to Lennen and Colette (Waughop) Brattain. She married Wilbert Peterson on May 5, 1946 in Moline. Sue was an excellent bowler and a member of the Whiteway Bowling League. She was inducted into the Bowling Hall of Fame in 1993. She also enjoyed playing golf and was a member of the Ladies Elks. Her favorite times were spent vacationing with her family in Hayward, Wisconsin. SURVIVORS: Loving Husband of 58 years, Wilbert Daughters: Pam (Don) Verhille, Cordova, IL Chris McKenzie, East Moline, Grandchildren: Clifford (Ann) Peterson, Chicago, IL Emily (Ben) Barudin, Naperville, IL Katie (Jared) Montgomery Davenport, IA Betsy (Shane) Harper, East Moline Andy McKenzie East Moline Peter McKenzie, East Moline Great Grandchildren McKenzie Harper, Madylin Barudin Jack Peterson She was preceded in death by a son-in-law Greg McKenzie.
Manning, Sr., James P.
February 06, 1933 - May 09, 2004
Moline, IL
James P. Manning, Sr., 71 of Moline, died Sunday May 9, 2004 at his home. Services will be 11:00 am Thursday May 13, 2004 at Esterdahl Mortuary, Ltd., 6601-38th Ave., Moline. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday. Burial will be at National Cemetery, Rock Island with military Honors being performed by American Legion Post # 246. Jim was born February 6, 1933 in Chicago, IL to Thomas and Anna Powers Manning. He married Shirley Kester on April 23, 1960 in Chicago. He was a US
Army veteran. Jim was employed by Illinois Bell and later Ameritech for 38 years retiring in February of 1993 as a repairman. He was transferred from Chicago to Moline in 1963. He was a member of the Telephone Pioneers, Svithiod Club and Thor Lodge #9 Independent Order of Vikings. He also enjoyed golfing , watching baseball, the boats and coffee with his friends. Most of all he enjoyed spending time with his grandkids. SURVIVORS: Wife Shirley, Moline, Son, James Jr. (Karen) Manning, Moline, Daughters Kim (Rick) Coopman, Moline, Terry (Al) McSparin, Kansas City, MO Deanna (Roy) Hall, Rock Island 12 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Thomas and Robert, and sister Catherine Swanson.
Crawford, Larry E.
April 23, 1947 - May 07, 2004
Rock Island, IL.
Services: 10:00 a.m. May 15, 2004 at Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church, East Moline, IL.
Visitation: 4:00-8:00 p.m. May 14, 2004 at Esterdahl Mortuary, Ltd. 6601-38th Ave. Moline, IL.
Larry E. Crawford, 57 of Moline died May 7, 2004 at Trinity Medical Center, Rock Island. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Saturday, May 15, 2004 at Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church, 6th Ave. and 15th St. in East Moline. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. at Esterdahl Mortuary, Ltd. 6601-38th Ave., Moline. Burial will be at Riverside Cemetery, Moline. Larry was born April 23, 1947 in Brinkley, AR to Riley and Odessa (Weekly) Crawford. He married Kathleen Pollard on June 26, 1966 at Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church, East Moline. Larry’s childhood and adolescence was spent in Galesburg, IL where he excelled in sports, particularly his love of the game of basketball. After his marriage and move to Moline he pursued his educational endeavor completing a Master of Science degree in the field of education. Larry was employed at Black Hawk College for over 30 years as the Job Placement Officer in career services and more recently was an associate professor in addition to his placement responsibilites. He served on many committees, one of 25 yres being the Citizen Advisory Council on Urban Policy for the City of Moline. Larry attended Christ the King Catholic Church, Moline. He was an avid golfer and fisherman. He thoroughly enjoyed spending time with his family. SURVIVORS: Wife, Kathleen Children, Tiffany Frilot, Moline, Scott (Syretha) Crawford, Memphis, TN, Martin (Maxine) Crawford, Memphis, TN, Erin (Jack) Goldenberg, St. Louis, MO, Grandchildren: Terren Rice Brittney, Christian & Tiffany Rice, Teanna Moore, Lakesha Moore
Widener, William
May 13, 1933 - May 04, 2004
Moline, Illinois
William F. Widener, 70 of Moline died May 4, 2004 at Trinity Medical Center, Rock Island. Memorial services will be 10 a.m. Saturday, May 8, 2004 at Trinity Lutheran Church, Moline. Visitation will be Friday from 4-6 p.m. at Esterdahl Mortuary, Ltd. 6601-38th Ave., Moline. There will be a private inurnment at National Cemetery, Rock Island. Memorials may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church, Moline, Trinity World Hunger Fund or his family. Bill was born May 13, 1933 in Corning, IA to Frank Maxwell and Edna (Arthur) Widener. He married Elaine Johnson of Sherrard on October 15, 1966 in Rock Island and had three beloved daughters Ann, Amy and Jennifer. He graduated from Corning High in 1951 participating in football and basketball. He graduated from Iowa State College in 1958 after spending two years in the US
Army serving in Germany. Bill began in the computer industry in 1959 with UNIVAC and spent 20 years in computer sales and consulting. He retired in 1992 with a medical disability. Bill was a long time member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Moline serving as co-chair of World Food Hunger and served on the church council. He was an avid sports fan, especially an avid Hawkeye fan and enjoyed many friends and acquaintances. SURVIVORS: Wife, Elaine Daughters: Ann & Cory Largent, Breckenridge, CO Amy Widener, San Francisco, CA Jennifer Widener, San Francisco, CA Grandson, Ryan Largent He was preceded in death by his two sisters Phyllis Katzmar and Nancy McLaughlin.
