John B. GARNER of this city, died in his home on Feb. 28. He was born in Kinmundy on March 21, 1854, the oldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Calvin GARNER. His entire life was spent in this community. He barbered here for over 60 years. He had been in failing health for the last 3 years. In 1874, he married Miss Malita KING of Effingham, who preceded him in death. They had 6 children, 4 daughters and 2 sons. The 2 daughters preceded him in death. In 1929 he married Mrs. Alice BOYLES of Salem, who with 4 children, survive: Charles GARNER of this city; F.M. GARNER of San Francisco, Cal.; Mrs. Maude STREVEY and Mrs. Edna HUNT of Taylorville; 1 sister, Mrs. Nellie EAGAN of Vernon; grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Services were held from the Linton Funeral Home with interment in Evergreen Cemetery.
John B. GARNER of this city, died in his home on Feb. 28. He was born in Kinmundy on March 21, 1854, the oldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Calvin GARNER. His entire life was spent in this community. He barbered here for over 60 years. He had been in failing health for the last 3 years. In 1874, he married Miss Malita KING of Effingham, who preceded him in death. They had 6 children, 4 daughters and 2 sons. The 2 daughters preceded him in death. In 1929 he married Mrs. Alice BOYLES of Salem, who with 4 children, survive: Charles GARNER of this city; F.M. GARNER of San Francisco, Cal.; Mrs. Maude STREVEY and Mrs. Edna HUNT of Taylorville; 1 sister, Mrs. Nellie EAGAN of Vernon; grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Services were held from the Linton Funeral Home with interment in Evergreen Cemetery.
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