Robert Elliott Veech

Robert Elliot Veech, son of John B. and Cynthia (Saunders) Veech, was born in Shelby County, Kentucky Sept.30, 1848 and died at his home south of Stronghurst Dec.20, 1917, aged 69 years, 2 months, and 20 days. At the age of nine years he moved with his parents to Scotland County, Missouri. A few years later he came to Henderson County, Ill. where he spent the remainder of his life.On June 8, 1877 he married Nancy A. Bainter and to this union were born four children: Frank Veech of Gladstone; Mrs. Ellis Roberts, Percy Veech and Mrs. Earl Brokaw who live near the old home. He is also survived by four grandchildren. The remaining members of his father's family are Mrs. Helen Stanley of Anthony, Kan.; Mrs. Sarah Curry of Canon City, Colo., and Mrs. Grace Crosler of Galesburg, Ill. Two sisters preceded him in death.Mr. Veech was among the earlier settlers of the South Prairie and his unfailing energy and perseverance helped in a great measure to develop the land, making hardships fewer for those who came later. He was a quiet, unassuming nature and a man of unerring judgment and excellent business ability. Although he had been in failing health for more than a year, he never complained and few people realized the seriousness of his condition. He had been about his work as usual just the day before his death, which came as a shock even to the immediate relatives. Death was caused by an arterial disease. Funeral services were conducted at the home with interment in the village cemetery.