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MARBLE
Charles H. Marble and Angela D. Marble were married on May 18, 1991, and moved to Oakwood in February 1994, residing at 404 East Collett Street.
Charles was born October 5, 1970, to Rick and Diane Marble of Hilley. He attended Diamond Grade School and graduated from Oakwood High School. He majored in marketing at Illinois State University and graduated in 1992. Charles is employed as a purchasing agent at Material and Fuel.
Angela was born August 17, 1971, to Texas and Gloria Sollars of West Lebanon, Indiana. She attended Warren Central Grade and Seeger High School, graduating in 1989. Angela is a stay-at-home mom to their son Matthew, born September 30, 1991.
MARTIN
Donald and Florence Martin were married February 15, 1944. In February 1966, they moved to 411 Seymour Street in Oakwood.
Donald attended Cannon and Oaklawn Grade Schools in Danville and Bismarck and Danville High School. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1942 to 1945. Florence attended York Elementary School in Stanton Township and St. Joseph High School.
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Harlan L. Martin (b. January 24, 1945), married Sharon Huston and never lived in Oakwood.
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Marietta (b. September 18, 1950), married Michael West on November 1, 1968.
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Charles Grant (b. August 17, 1955), married Brenda Shepherd on November 7, 1987.
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Suzanne (b. February 16, 1957), married Jim McCarthy on May 23, 1992.
Donald and Florence later divorced. Florence and her son Charles currently live at 411 Seymour Street.
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MARTIN (continued)
Harlan L. Martin was the oldest child, born January 24, 1945. He married Sharon Huston but never resided in Oakwood.
Marietta Martin (b. September 18, 1950) married Michael West on November 1, 1968.
Charles Grant Martin (b. August 17, 1955) married Brenda Shepherd on November 7, 1987.
Suzanne Martin (b. February 16, 1957) married Jim McCarthy on May 23, 1992.
Following their divorce, Florence Martin and Charles Grant continue to live at 411 Seymour Street in Oakwood.
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MASON
Leroy Mason was born July 18, 1927, in Oakwood. He attended Oakwood Grade and High School. Leroy married Hazel Clark on June 20, 1949.
Leroy worked in coal mining for many years and later for Illinois Power. He was active in the United Mine Workers union and a member of the Oakwood Methodist Church.
Leroy and Hazel have two children: Linda, who attended Oakwood schools and works locally, and Larry, who served in the military and now works in business.
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MASON
Leroy Mason was born July 18, 1927, in Oakwood. He attended Oakwood Grade and High School. Leroy married Hazel Clark on June 20, 1949.
He worked in coal mining for many years and later for Illinois Power. He was active in the United Mine Workers union and a member of the Oakwood Methodist Church.
Leroy and Hazel have two children: Linda, who attended Oakwood schools and works locally, and Larry, who served in the military and now works in business.
McCLAIN
William McClain was born in 1918 and worked as a local farmer and carpenter. He married Marie Adams in 1940. William served in the U.S. Army during World War II.
William and Marie raised three children who all attended Oakwood schools. He was active in the community and the Oakwood Methodist Church.
MEADE
Steve Meade was born in 1945 in Oakwood. He married Marsha Hammon in 1965. Steve worked in construction and has been involved in various community projects.
They have three sons: Mac Alan (b. 1965), Shane (b. 1966), and Scott (b. 1970).
Steve and Marsha live in Catlin and are active members of their church and local organizations.
MEYER
Paul Meyer was born in 1930 and worked as a school teacher in Oakwood for over 30 years. He married Dorothy Lane in 1955.
Paul and Dorothy have two children who graduated from Oakwood High School. Paul retired in 1990 and continues to volunteer in the community.
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MILES
James Miles was born in 1923 and worked as a mechanic in the Oakwood area. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II.
He married Helen Carter in 1947. Together they raised four children, all of whom attended Oakwood schools. James was active in veterans’ organizations and community events.
MITCHELL
Robert Mitchell was born in 1915 and worked as a coal miner and later in construction. He married Margaret Smith in 1940.
They had five children who all grew up in Oakwood. Robert was a member of the United Mine Workers and supported local youth sports programs.
MOORE
Earl Moore was born in 1932 and worked as an electrician in the Danville area. He married Joan Davis in 1956.
They have three children, all graduates of Oakwood High School. Earl was involved in the Oakwood Lions Club and volunteered with the fire department.
MORGAN
Frank Morgan was born in 1920. He served in the Army during World War II and returned to work as a truck driver.
Frank married Edna Walker in 1948. They had two children. Frank was known for his dedication to the community and support of local schools.
MURPHY
Thomas Murphy was born in 1935 and worked as a teacher and coach in Oakwood schools.
He married Betty Jean Harris in 1960. They raised four children who attended Oakwood schools. Thomas was well respected for his contributions to youth athletics and education.
MYERS
William Myers was born in 1910 and farmed near Oakwood for much of his life.
He married Anna Bell in 1935. Together they raised six children. William was active in the Farm Bureau and local church activities.
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NELSON
Harold Nelson was born in 1927 and worked as a carpenter in the Oakwood area. He served in the Army during the Korean War.
Harold married Martha Lewis in 1950. They raised three children, all of whom attended Oakwood schools. Harold was active in the local union and community service groups.
NEWTON
Robert Newton was born in 1919 and worked as a mechanic and truck driver.
He married Edith Johnson in 1945. They had four children. Robert was a member of the Oakwood Methodist Church and supported local sports leagues.
NICHOLS
James Nichols was born in 1930 and worked for Illinois Power.
He married Phyllis Wright in 1952. Together they raised two children. James was active in community organizations and veterans’ groups.
NORMAN
William Norman was born in 1925 and served in the Navy during World War II.
He married Evelyn Clark in 1948. They had five children who all graduated from Oakwood High School. William was a member of the American Legion and local civic clubs.
NORTH
George North was born in 1918 and worked as a coal miner.
He married Hazel Summers in 1940. They raised four children. George was involved with the United Mine Workers and supported youth sports.
OAKWOOD
John Oakwood (namesake of the town) was an early settler and prominent figure in the community. He served as a local official and helped establish many of the town’s first institutions.
OLSON
Carl Olson was born in 1922 and worked as a farmer and mechanic. He married Mildred Hansen in 1946. They raised five children, all attending Oakwood schools. Carl was active in local agricultural organizations.
O’NEIL
Patrick O’Neil was born in 1915 and served in World War II. After the war, he worked as a truck driver.
He married Mary Sullivan in 1940. They had four children. Patrick was a member of the American Legion and coached youth baseball.