Laid back, quaint, peaceful, safe, friendly, and even mundane, are words that people often use in describing their hometown, especially if it is...

TOMBSTONE TUESDAY - SCOOTER HENKE (1947-2022)Some people are remembered for the titles they held or the accomplishments listed beside their names....

TOMBSTONE TUESDAY: Isidoros Constantine "Steve" Skarvellis (1913 – 1974)I have always believed that the true beauty of America is rooted in the...

TOMBSTONE TUESDAY - STANLEY LOUIS MIKULA (1940-1996)For more than two decades, Stanley Mikula dedicated his life to serving the people of Calhoun...

TOMBSTONE TUESDAY - CHASE AUGUSTINE PHILLIPS, JR (1926-1992)Writing Tombstone Tuesday is something I really enjoy doing. I find it intriguing researching and discovering...

TOMBSTONE TUESDAY - JAMES CHILTON ALLAN (1810-1851)James C. Allan was a soldier, judge, and civic leader whose life was closely connected to the...

TOMBSTONE TUESDAY - LLOYD G. (1919-1982) & EDNA BROWN (1930-2014)The old, and often used aphorism, “It takes a village,” is often proven by...

TOMBSTONE TUESDAY - SHERIFF D.B. HALLIBURTON (1902-1970)For more than four decades, Durhmon Bernice Halliburton dedicated his life to serving the...

TOMBSTONE TUESDAY: Joseph Morse Bickford (1827-1896)There are people who come into a community and in a quiet and steady manner contribute their...

TOMBSTONE TUESDAY - PEYTON BELL LYTLE (1850-1873)I have always found cemeteries to be fascinating places. From the interesting head stones with the...

TOMBSTONE TUESDAY - FRANK WEDIG (1912-1974)Some people leave their mark through a single accomplishment. Others spend a lifetime quietly building...

TOMBSTONE TUESDAY - LEILA MARCUS COFFIN (1821-1875)Right inside the gate, behind the historical markers in the Indianola Cemetery, is an obelisk...

TOMBSTONE TUESDAY: NAOMI ALBRECHT (1923-2019)Few individuals leave a lasting impact on both their schools and their communities, but Naomi Albrecht...

TOMBSTONE TUESDAY:  SHUG (1956-2008)I have titled this Tombstone Tuesday a little different than the others I have written about, but there are...

TOMBSTONE TUESDAY : JUDGE JAMES MCCOPPIN (1821-1883)In the history of Calhoun County, few men left their mark on both the maritime industry and...