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     Myrtle Shideler was buried at Saint George City Cemetery, 650 East Tabernacle, Saint George, Washington Co., Utah.¹ She was born on March 7, 1924 at Boise, Ada Co., Idaho.¹ As of July 19, 2005,her married name was Bailey.² She married Jack Edwin Bailey, son of William Henry Bailey and Amy Jennie Reed, on July 19, 2005 at Clark Co., Nevada.^2,1 Myrtle Shideler died on October 9, 2019 at Washington, Washington Co., Utah, at age 95.¹ She Washington, UT - On Wed, October 9, 2019 our loving wife, mother, grand-mother and friend Myrtle S. Bailey stepped from time into eternity at her home in Washington Utah. Myrtle was born March 7, 1924 in Boise Idaho, the youngest of 7 children, to Sylvester and Julia Shideler. Throughout Myrtles growing up years, the family moved around much of the Pacific Northwest. She met and married Ted Farris on April 26, 1941 and enjoyed 63 years together before he preceded her in death on June 23, 2004. A short time later Myrtle and long-time friend Jack Bailey decided to keep each other company and were married July 19, 2005 and enjoyed 14 years together. In May 1962, Myrtle began her walk with God, a walk she enjoyed in innumerable ways until her passing. That walk caused her to cross paths with many, many friends who became family to her. She could recall their names and time together for the remainder of her life. Myrtle worked for the Boeing Company during WWII where, among other things, she helped do much of the wood crafting to finish the interiors of B17 and B24 bombers. Before and after retirement, Myrtle loved to find herself in a garden and/or flowerbed. Many years finding the time and energy to grow, protect and process many bushels of fruits and vegetables. Myrtle is survived by her husband Jack. One son Donald (Charlee) Farris of Buffalo, KY. A Daughter, Carol (Gordon) Taylor of Cornelius, OR. Two Stepdaughters, Gayle Bailey of Ronan, MT and Becky Coleman of Polson, MT. Seven Grandchildren, 29 Great Grand- Children, 12 Great-Great-Grand-Children, 2 Step Granddaughters and 2 Step Great Grand-Daughters. Several Nieces and Nephews and many friends. Myrtle was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Ted, 3 brothers and 3 sisters and one great granddaughter. Interment will take place in the St. George City Cemetery. on October 14, 2019.¹

     Reatha Huffman was buried at Summit Chapel Cemetery, Bourbon, Marshall Co., Indiana.² Her married name was Martin.¹ She married Guy Kenneth "Doc" Martin, son of John William Martin Sr. and Maude Lucille Conner.¹ Reatha Huffman was born on January 6, 1910. She died on November 13, 2006 at age 96.

     Margueritte "Marge" Saunders was buried at Embarrass Cemetery, Redmon, Edgar Co., Illinois.^2,4,3 Her Social Security Number was 310-22-9971.⁵ She was born on May 27, 1919 at Coalgate, Coal Co., Oklahoma.^2,4,5,3 As of August 27, 1937,her married name was Martin.¹ She married Max Wayne Martin, son of John William Martin Sr. and Maude Lucille Conner, on August 27, 1937 at Whiting, Lake Co., Indiana.^1,2,4 Margueritte "Marge" Saunders died on December 19, 2010 at Franklin, Johnson Co., Indiana, at age 91.^2,4,5,3 She Margueritte Martin, 91, passed away Sunday, Dec. 19, 2010 in Franklin. She was a resident of Franklin. She was born May 27, 1919, in Coalgate, Okla. She is survived by children, John (Jean) Martin of Franklin, Max Martin of Harlingen, Texas, Christine (Verlin) Eslinger of Paris, Ill., and Geraldine Keendoka of Burns Harbor; 10 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchilddren. She was preceeded in passing by her husband, Max W. Martin, during January 2009. She attended school in Whiting. She was a homemaker and a member of Whiteland United Methodist Church and the Franklin Active Adults Center. A funeral service will be conducted at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Whiteland United Methodist Church, 309 Main St., Whiteland. Burial will follow at Embarrass Cemetery in Embarrass, Ill. on December 27, 2010.⁴

     John E. Martin was buried at Greenlawn Cemetery, 100 West South Street, Franklin, Johnson Co., Indiana.^4,2 He John E. Martin, 68, passed away on Friday morning, September 12th at his residence in Franklin.He was born on September 23, 1945 in Corpus Christi, Texas to Max W. and Margueritte (Saunders) Martin. He married Jean Skeet on July 25, 1970. She lovingly survives in Franklin. John is also survived by their children, Kerry Balding (Johnny) of Indianapolis; Max J. Martin (Courtney) of Greenwood and Jonathan Martin (Robin) of Edinburgh and four grandchildren. He was preceded in passing by his parents and sister, Christine Eslinger.John was a graduate of Franklin College and I.U.P.U.I.John was a 5th grade teacher in Franklin. He also taught high school special education in Franklin and Corpus Christi, Texas. He later was employed as a District Manager at Saga Corporation and Mariott. He owned and operated for several years, J.B.’s Pizza in Franklin. He most recently was employed by Fed Ex and Lowe’s until retirement.He was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Edinburgh, Indiana.Father Steven Schaftlein will conduct a Mass of Christian Burial on Monday, September 15th, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 100 Keeley, Edinburgh, Indiana 46124. Friends may call on Sunday, September 14th, 2014 from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Flinn and Maguire Funeral Home, 2898 North Morton Street, (U.S. 31 North) in Franklin. A prayer service will be held on Sunday, September 14th at 4:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be at Greenlawn Cemetery in Franklin.⁴ He was born on September 23, 1945 at Corpus Christi, Nueces Co., Texas.^4,2 He married Jean M. Skeet on July 25, 1970.⁴ John E. Martin died on September 12, 2014 at Franklin, Johnson Co., Indiana, at age 68.^4,2

     Christine LaVonne Martin was buried at Sugar Grove Church Cemetery, County Road 2300 E, Kidley, Edgar Co., Illinois.⁶ She Christine L. Eslinger, age 65, of Paris, IL passed away 8:25p.m., Friday, February 15, 2013 at Union Hospital, Terre Haute, IN. She was a member of the Otterbein United Methodist Church, Paris, IL. Mrs. Eslinger was a clerk in the insurance department at U.A.P. Clinic, Terre Haute, IN. Christine was born July 18, 1947 in Corpus Christi, Texas the daughter of the late Max Wayne and Margueritte Saunders Martin. She married Norman Verlin Eslinger, Jr. March 21, 1967 in Paris, IL and he passed away May 12, 2011. She is survived by her children, Christie Cox and her husband Jerry of St. Joseph, IL, Tessie Herdes and her husband Michael of Clay City, IL; her grandchildren Macie and Devyn Kesner of Clay City, IL, Lydia and Mega Herdes both of Clay City, IL, Nicole, Chas, Alex and Max Cox all of St. Joseph, IL; her brothers Max Martin of Harlington, TX and John Martin and his wife Jean of Franklin, IN and her sister J. KaAlie Keendoka of Chesterton, IL. Services for Mrs. Eslinger will be 6 p.m. Thursday in the funeral home with Rev. Raymond Roberts officiating. Cremation is scheduled after the services.⁵ She was born on July 15, 1947 at Corpus Christi, Nueces Co., Texas.^6,5 As of March 21, 1967,her married name was Eslinger.⁵ She married Norman Verlin Eslinger Jr. on March 21, 1967 at Paris, Edgar Co., Illinois.^3,5,2 Christine LaVonne Martin died on February 15, 2013 at Terre Haute, Vigo Co., Indiana, at age 65.^6,5

     His Social Security Number was 352-36-2191.⁵ Norman Verlin Eslinger Jr. was buried at Sugar Grove Church Cemetery, County Road 2300 E, Kidley, Edgar Co., Illinois.² He Norman Verlin Eslinger, Jr., 63, of Paris, IL passed away at 12:32 a.m. Thursday May 12, 2011 in his home. Military Honors will be performed by the American Legion Post 211 and the V.F.W. Post 3601. Cremation will follow the services. He was born May 25, 1947 in Paris, son of the late Norman V. Eslinger, Sr. and Thelda Maxine Entrican Eslinger. He served his country in the United States Marine Corps from 1966 to 1968 during the Vietnam War. Norman married Christine L. Martin Eslinger March 21, 1967 in Paris. He is survived by his mother of Paris; his wife of Paris; his children and their spouses, Christie (Jerry) Cox of St. Joseph, IL and Tessie (Michael) Herdes of Clay City, IL; his grandchildren Marcie and Devyn Kesner of Clay City, IL, Lydia Herdes and Megan Herdes of Clay City, Nicole Cox, Chas Cox, Alex Cox and Max Cox all of St. Joseph, IL; his brothers Ernest Eslinger, James Pitts, and Harvey Eslinger all of Paris, Marvin Eslinger of Evansville, IL; his sisters Karen Pine and Kelly Tinsman both of Paris. Norman was preceded in death by his father and his brother Brian Eslinger. Norman was a self-employed antique and collectables dealer for several years. He served as pastor at the Embarrass Community church for many years. He was a member of the Otterbein United Methodist Church in Paris. In keeping with Normans wishes, following the services, everyone is invited to attend a weiner roast at his home to continue the services in celebration of his life.⁴ He was born on May 25, 1947 at Paris, Edgar Co., Illinois.^2,5,4 He married Christine LaVonne Martin, daughter of Max Wayne Martin and Margueritte "Marge" Saunders, on March 21, 1967 at Paris, Edgar Co., Illinois.^1,3,4 Norman Verlin Eslinger Jr. died on May 12, 2011 at Paris, Edgar Co., Illinois, at age 63.^2,3,5,4

     Jonathan Joseph Martin Jonathan Joseph Martin, 40, passed away on Wednesday, December 4, 2019 in Columbus. He was a resident of Edinburgh and a former resident of Franklin. He was born on August 30, 1979 in Warren, Michigan, the son of John and Jean (Skeet) Martin. His mother lovingly survives. He is also survived by his wife, Robin Halcomb; children, A.J. and Molly Martin; sister, Kerry (Johnny) Balding and brother, Max J. (Courtney) Martin. He was preceded in passing by his father, John E. Martin. Jon was a 1997 graduate of Franklin Community High School and attended Vincennes University. He worked as a Sales Associate at Circle K in Franklin and Edinburgh and had also worked at Little Caesar’s. He worked for many years in his family business at J B’s Pizza in Franklin.² He married Robin Halcomb.² Jonathan Joseph Martin was born on August 30, 1979 at Warren, Macomb Co., Michigan.² He died on December 4, 2019 at Columbus, Bartholomew Co., Indiana, at age 40.²