Thomas Arthur "Hook" Carver, 75, Biggsville, IL, formerly of Monmouth, Ill. Born in Boone. BHS-67. Tom married Vaughn Kathleen Welch in Boone in 1967. He worked for Bowman's Shoe Store in Boone, Monmouth and Sterling, IL. After working at a shoe store in Keokuk, he became the owner/operator of Carver's Hunting and Fishing in Monmouth until the couple purchased a wholesale bait business that he put on a farm next to Lake Warren. They operated that business until retirement. Tom was an Eagle Scout, thus, a true patriot. He was also an outdoorsman. Talented in many ways, he loved working with his hands. He had every tool needed for every project and was always willing to lend a helping hand. Tom loved music and was an avid poker player. Survivors include his wife, Vaughn, and a son. Services in Oquawka, Ill.
Leola Anne Lawson, infant daughter of Mason Allie and Austin Lawson. Born in Boone in February. She loved her Stitch doll and the squeaking it made, was entertained by two older sisters and loved playing with grandpa and being with her daddy. Survivors include her parents, two sisters, Davorah and Tala Lawson and grandparents, Mike Allie Jr., James Lawson and Crystall (Niles Funk) Tipton. A visitation will be held in Boone with a later graveside service.
Carolyn Mae Swanson Hudgens, 76, Boone. Born in Des Moines. Graduate of the University of Iowa. Was a nursing professor at Grand View University for over 30 years. She had a passion for pediatric nursing and during summers, was a nurse at Camp Hantesa. Carolyn was a lover of animals and University of Iowa football and basketball teams. Survivors include her spouse, Suz Welch, four children, Catherine (Neal) Weers, Caren (David) D'Cruz, Christina Hudgens and Greg (Lindsey) Hudgens as well as two siblings. Services in Boone and Des Moines.
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