We are constantly trying to improve our data and make the search for obituaries as easy as possible. She was known for her ability to feed a hungry crowd and for her love of family. George Simpkins, age 72, of Benton; passed away Wednesday, January 4, 2023, at the SSM Good Samaritan Hospital of Mt. Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. Matthew Langager officiated and burial was at Lake Ripley Cemetery, Litchfield. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Raphaels. Search. Susan married Roy Graczyk in 1958, and they had three children: Sandra, Roy Jr., and Sally. Roy served in the United States Air Force as a Sergeant for 4 years. 56329, Monday: ClosedTuesday: 9:00am - 5:00pmWednesday: ClosedThursday - Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pmSaturday - Sunday: Closed, We acceptVisa/Mastercard, Discover, American Express, Cash, Check. Burial will follow in the Masonic and Odd Fellows Cemetery of Benton. You may always enhance He was born to Barney C. and Maude L. (Kearney) Browning in West City,. Obituaries - Benton Evening News - Benton, IL Obituaries Ida Ford of rural New Burnside Ida Ford, 82, of rural New Burnside, Illinois, died on Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, at her residence. Mr. Simpkins was born on December 12, 1950, in Chicago, Illinois; the son of George Simpkins and Mary Francis(McCarthy) Simpkins. Helen was a member of Forest Baptist Church. The space is bright, modern and tastefully decorated. He was born in Hurst, IL on November 14, 1940 the son of Raymond James & Bertha Mae (Ticer) Sauerhage. Preceded in death by his wife, Maxine Moulzolf; brother, Dale Moulzolf; and sister, Marlyn Fussy. Matthew Langager officiated and burial took place in the parish cemetery. She married Robert Dennis Wiseman on November 6, 1965, and he preceded her in death on August 22, 2022. Parish prayers were Dec. 14. Cathy was born in Franklin County, IL on March 5, 1953, the daughter of Ernest & Letha Donna Tucker, 88, of Swansea, and a former Franklin County resident, passed away Saturday December 24, 2022 at the Cambridge House of Swansea. Our funeral home is located in Southern Illinois in the beautiful city of Benton. June 23, 2022 By Jim Muir Leave a Comment. He would help anyone out at any time. Cathy was born in Franklin County, IL on March 5, 1953, the daughter of Ernest & Letha (McClintock) Chaffin. Service with dignity provided by the Foley Funeral Home. Visitation was Dec. 14 at the Foley Funeral Home and one hour prior to the service at church. She was View full obituary Sharla Joann Bennett Send Flowers Send Sympathy Gifts July 18, 1935 - October 27, 2022 4 Children: Bill was born on March 31, 1963, in Benton, the son of William Robert Cockrum, Sr. Geraldine (Humes) Connor, age 73, of Hardin, Kentucky, passed away at 11:43 p.m. Tuesday, December 27, 2022, at her home. In 1902 the village became a city, and incorporated under the mayor/commissioner form of government. She was a member of the Steel City Missionary Baptist Church. Get Directions on Google Maps. Rita Teff, age 100, of Foley, passed away Dec. 20, 2022 at Sparrows Landing in St. She was born on September 21, 1950, in Cincinnati, Ohio; the daughter of Mary Maddy. Simply browse the Bentons obituaries listing you can find on this page or conduct a search on the web site with your loved ones name. Roberta Joyce Barnfield, age 73, of Benton, passed away at 2:50 a.m. Thursday, December 1, 2022, at Aperion Care of Fairfield, Illinois. Copyright 2023 Southern Illinois Local Media Group, LLC. Cloud Hospital. You can click this link to create an obituary. Illinois, Feb. 15, 1926, to David and Eileen (Kempf) Seagren. Dallas Simmons (120 pounds), Waylon Frazee (132), Andrew Woodrow (138), Brandon Pigg (145) and Andrew Mendoza (285) each won by pin for Fountain Central, while Ely Thompson won by injury default. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to St. Michaels Catholic Church in Buckman or the St. Private burial took place at Hilltop Mausoleum, Sauk Rapids. Marie C. Cronquist, 85-year-old resident of the Hillman/Pierz area, died Oct. 16, 2022, at the Harmony House in Pierz. Mike Kellog officiated and burial took place in the parish cemetery. Visitation was Nov. 22 at Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home in Sauk Rapids and one hour prior to the services at the church. Are you looking for Benton obituaries and death records? The Rev. Preceded in death by his parents and his two sisters, Carol and Sharon. Judith was a homemaker and enjoyed camping and cooking. The Rev. Authorize the publication of the original written obituary with the accompanying photo. Mass of Christian burial was Dec. 30 at St. Johns Catholic Church in Foley. She married the love of her life, Lyman (Butch) L. Benns, Jr., on June 8, 1969. Jean was born on July 13, 1944, in Benton, Illinois; the daughter of Harvey Noel Phillips and Blanche Mary (Tate) Phillips. Visitation was Dec. 8 at the South Santiago Lutheran Church and prior to the service at the church. Prepare a personalized obituary for someone you loved.. December 12, 1950 - Ardith Andersen, age 91, of St. Celestine Cel Gall, 79, of Royalton, died Jan. 5, 2023, as the result of an accident on the family farm. Yes, flower arrangements are fulfilled and delivered by local florists from Benton. Benton obituaries include personal information on the character of the deceased and the accomplishments to his/her name. Rachel was born in Lawrenceville, IL on July 29, 1939 the daughter of On December 26. Parish prayers were Dec. 2 at the funeral home in St. Burial was at St. Marcus Catholic Cemetery in Clear Lake. Mass of Christian Burial will be 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 18, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Sauk Rapids for Richard H. Kuklock, 81, of Sauk Rapids, who passed away Nov. 9, 2022, from complications from a stroke. John Christenson officiated. Service with dignity provided by the Foley Funeral Home. January 4, 2023 Vernon, IL. Janet Pappenfus, age 76, of Waite Park, passed away Nov. 8, 2022, at the St. Service with dignity provided by the Foley Funeral Home. Mabel peacefully slept away Aug. 22, 2022 at the age of almost 96. She went to spend eternity with her Savior on January 1, 2023 in Benton, IL. Thomas Knoblach will officiate and burial will be at a later date at St. Stanislaus Catholic Cemetery in Sobieski. Visitation took place one hour prior to the service. The Rev. We offer a large parking lot behind our facility, making it more convenient for your family. Mike Kellogg will officiate. Copyright 2023 Benton County News - Foley . She was married to the love of her life Bill Mitchell and he preceded her in death on September 1, 2017. The Rev. Jean was born Teresa Jo Williams, age 60, of Benton, passed away at 4:32 p.m. Wednesday, December 21, 2022, at Deaconess Gateway Hospital of Evansville, Indiana. Interment was at Gethsemane Cemetery. Box 689 If you don't see the obituary or death record that you are looking for, use this form to search our entire database. We encourage your input. Cloud Hospital. Luncheon followed the service. She and Don raised 10 children on the family farm. She loved her animals especially her cats. She was born in Benton, IL on December 29, 1928 the daughter of Ray & Bessie (Elam) Gostowski. A Memorial Celebration of Life Service will be held at a future date. Carol was born Aug. 16, 1937, to Arthur and Ella (Warner) Gohman. Cloud Hospital. Cloud May 17, 1943, to Jerome and Bertha Kujawa. Benton, the county seat of Franklin County, took its name from the prominent senator from Missouri, Thomas Hart Benton. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 6, 2022, at the Leffler Funeral Home of Benton, with Rev. He also attended Sheridan Junior High School and in 1959, he graduated from Theodore Roosevelt High School, both in Minneapolis. Funeral Mass was Sept. 16 at St. Josephs Catholic Church in Morrill. All Rights Reserved. Funeral service Nov. 12 at Sts. Visitation was 9-11 a.m. at the church on the same day. He was born in Chicago, IL on February 28, 1962, the son of MioRegis & Charlotte (Brewster). Visitation was before Mass at the church Sept. 16. Our building is a spacious 10,000 square feet and was constructed in the mid-1990s. A unique and lasting tribute for a loved one. A celebration of life gathering was at 1 p.m., Sept. 3, at Mr. Jims in Foley. Mass of Christian burial will be 11 a.m., Tuesday, Oct. 18, at St. Johns Catholic Church in Foley. Mark Mark Vreeland, 60, of Royalton passed away on Sunday afternoon, December 18, 2022 at Memorial Hospital of Carbondale. Graveside services will be held at 12:00 noon Wednesday, December 28, 2022, at the Jones Cemetery of Thompsonville, with Pastor Don Wilburn officiating. She was an avid Elvis fan and she enjoyed bowling. Service with Dignity provided by Foley Funeral Home. and A.M. (now known as Rend Lake Lodge #64); Ansar Shriners of Springfield, Illinois where he was part of their bagpipe and drums. Funeral services were Sept. 15, at St. Johns Lutheran Church in Popple Creek. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved George Simpkins of Benton, Illinois, born in Chicago, Illinois, who passed away at the age of 72, on January 4, 2023. She is survived by two sons: Thomas Garrison and wife Melissa of Frankfort, KY, Darren Nichols Judith Ann Nichols, age 72, of Thompsonville and formerly of Frankfort, KY; passed away Friday, December 2, 2022, at her home. Madeline Fouquette, age 82, of Foley, passed away peacefully Dec. 10, 2022, at The Gardens at Foley Nursing Center. Dale Andrew Moulzolf, age 81, passed away June 17, 2022, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Bill enjoyed working; William Robert Bill Cockrum, Jr., 59, of Knoxville, TN; passed away January 1, 2023, at his home. Roy and Louise were high school sweethearts; he was football co captain of the Benton Ranger football team and Louise was crowned Homecoming Queen their senior year. Aug 24, 2022 4:05 PM Shirley (Edmonds) Harvel of Energy Shirley (Edmonds) Harvel passed peacefully on Friday, Aug. 12, 2022, at her home in Energy. 3 Children: Susan Coccharilla was born in St. Cloud, passed away peacefully Oct. 4, 2022, at Assumption Community in Cold Spring. The Rev. We are a family owned and operated funeral home with two generations providing personal, caring service since 1973. The Rev. 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