Osceola “Ola” Faye Dalby of Benton, Illinois passed away on October the 15th 2026 at her home in Benton.

She was born in Belle Ellen, Alabama on February 2, 1941 to Benjamin O. and Celia H. Pinson, both preceded her in death. Ola was married to Donald Edward Dalby on September 26th, 1959, Donald preceded her in death in June of 2025. She is survived by her four children; Benjamin Edward Dalby and wife Marybeth of Benton, Illinois, Sarah Jane Doty and husband Charles R. of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, Elizabeth Anne Leggans and husband Thomas E. of Benton, Illinois and Robert James Dalby and wife Melony Kay (who preceded her in death) of Benton, Illinois.

Ola was the loving and oh so proud grandmother of eight grandchildren; Malory Elizabeth Dalby of Lexington Kentucky, Oliva Anne Saunders and husband Andrew of Benton, Benjamin Robert Doty of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, Daniel Edward Doty of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, Ryan Robert Doty and wife Stephanie of Ingleside, Illinois, Katlyn Mikel Conners and husband Andrew of Carterville, Illinois, Faith Marie Wyant of Benton, Illinois, Peyton Leigh Robinson and husband Kegan of Carbondale, Illinois and Hannah Grace Gibson and husband Aaron of Alto Pass, Illinois. She was blessed with six great-grandchildren Luke Edward Saunders, Julian Daniel and Riley James Conners, Wynonna Kay and Kasey Robert Gibson and Emilia Doty.

Ola is survived by her sister Betty J. Hutchens of Benton Illinois and was preceded in death by her brothers James B., Robert E. and John O. Pinson all of Benton, Illinois. Ola is also survived by many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends of Illinois, Florida and Alabama.

Ola lived a full and vibrant life. She graduated from Benton High School in 1959. Ola made a wonderful life for her children and husband with a home full of love and joy. She loved flowers and planting and growing many different varieties of flowers. She was a member of the Garden Gate Club in Benton and planted flowers all around the city of Benton especially in the “Dan Malkovich Park” on the Benton Public square. She loved to needle point, crochet, sew and read, but what she loved most was her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and spending time with those she loved and were dear to heart.

Ola was a loving mother, wife, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt cousin and friend who cherished and loved that she was these things to so many in her life She lived a life full of love, compassion, joy and understanding and will be forever missed by all the people she had in her life. We all will miss Ola so very much, the world was a brighter place when she was in it.

We love you Mom and we will forever miss you.

Funeral services will be held at 3pm on Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at the Morton & Johnston Funeral Home in Benton. Graveside services will be held at Williams Chapel Cemetery in Ewing, Illinois. Visitation will be from 1 pm-3 pm on Tuesday October 20, 2026 at Morton & Johnson.
For more information or to send online condolences please visit www.mortonjohnstonfuneralhome.com

Janette Robinson, 91, of Coello, passed away on Saturday October 17, 2026 at DuQuoin Nursing & Rehab. She was born on August 7, 1935 in Coello, IL to Bob and Anna (Susa) Crnokrak.

She married Virgil Robinson and he preceded her in death on December 6, 2006. She is survived by her granddaughter Wendy Tottleben of Maryville, IL; great grandchildren Patrick Tottleben and Sophie Tottleben and one brother Robert Crnokrak. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, daughter Patricia Wrigley, grandson-in-law Harold “John” Tottleben, two brothers Mitch Crnokrak and Danny Crnokrak and one sister Angeline Crnokrak.

Janette was the owner of Jan’s Village Lounge in Valier and loved to garden and made the best sugar cookies.

Funeral services will be on Friday October 23, 2026 at 1:00 PM at the Gilbert Funeral Home in Christopher with Brother Larry Cook officiating. Visitation will be on Friday from 11:00 AM until the time of the service at 1:00 PM at the funeral home. Burial will be at Maple Hill Cemetery in Sesser.

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Jerry Donald Barnfield passed into Heaven on October 14, 2026, while living in Shelbyville, Kentucky.
He was 89 years old.

Jerry was born on March 23, 1937 in Ina, Illinois. He was the son of Byford and Margaruite (Doty) Barnfield. He married his high school sweetheart Alice Jane Johnston November 10, 1955. She proceeded him in death August 9, 2008.

Jerry is survived by 2 daughters, Wendy Froman ( Mark) Cameron, Texas, Leigh Lynch (Michael) Simpsonville, Kentucky. 1 son, Cory Barnfield (Ashley) Louisville, Kentucky. 1 Grandson, Tyler Froman, (Kelsey) Montgomery, Texas. 1 Grandaughter Clara Greer (Jackson) Grapevine, Texas, 1 great grandaughter Kara Anne Froman.

Jerry is preceded in death by his wife, his parents, his brothers Frank Barnfield, Robert Barnfield, his sisters Sue Varvel and Judy Darr.

Jerry was a member of Rescue Freewill Baptist Church. He was an Army Veteran. He worked for the Illinois Central Gulf Railroad for 41 years. Jerry was a wonderful husband, father, and brother.
He loved fishing and spending time with family and friends .

Graveside funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday, October 20th at the Franklin Cemetery in Whittington with Rev. Bryant Harris officiating. Military Rites will be conducted by the Benton American Legion #280 and VFW Post #2671. There will be No Visitation, those attending the service are requested to meet at the cemetery.

Donations may be made to Rescue Free Will Baptist Church.

For more information or to send online condolences please visit www.mortonjohnstonfuneralhome.com

Virginia F. Darr, 93, of Benton passed away on Wednesday morning October 14, 2026 at SIH Memorial Hospital of Carbondale.

She was born in Will County, IL on February 21, 1933 the daughter of Fred & Katherine Schranz.

She married Donald R. Darr on October of 1951 and he survives.

Mrs. Darr loved gardening, flowers, shopping and cooking for her family. She loved for all the family to come for Sunday dinners. She dearly loved all of her family.

Mrs. Darr is survived by her:

Husband: Donald R. Darr of Benton

2 Daughters:
Cindy Darr of Benton
Laurie Peterson & husband Tim of Vista, CA

1 Grandson: Joe Peterson of Vista, CA

Sister: Carolyn Schranz of Homewood

Sister-in-law: Neila Gibbons of Benton

She is also survived by several Nieces & Nephews.

Mrs. Darr was preceded in death by her Parents, Sister-Martha Robey, Sister-Jeanette, Brother-in-law-Ronald Darr Sr & wife Judy, Sister-in-law Mona Dawson and her In-laws-John & Lottie Darr.

Graveside funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Monday, October 19th at the Williams Chapel Cemetery in Ewing with Rev. William Hottensen officiating. Burial will follow. There will be a visitation from 1:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. on Monday at the cemetery.

For more information or to send online condolences please visit www.mortonjohnstonfuneralhome.com

Robert Coleman Jackson, age 63, of Benton, passed away at 8:59 a.m. Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at his home.

Robert’s wishes are to be cremated.

The Leffler Funeral Home of Benton is in charge of the cremation arrangements.
Robert was born on November 3, 1962, in Benton, Illinois, the son of Coleman Jackson and Sharon (Absher) Jackson. He married the former Aletha Benard on April 21, 1990, and she survives.
He formerly worked as a Youth Supervisor at Wayne Fitzgerrell State Park and later became a food manager working for a variety of local restaurants.
Robert enjoyed flower gardening. He loved all plants and even in the wintertime he would start growing plants from seed inside his home to be transplanted in the spring outdoors. His family said he could grow anything.

Robert was a Christian.

Surviving is his wife Aletha Jackson of Benton, Illinois; special close niece and nephew who he helped raise, Katlin Jackson and Michael Kennedy; two brothers: Howard Wayne Jackson of Belleville, Illinois, Jerry Michael Jackson and wife Gena of Belleville, Illinois, two nephews: Matthew Wayne Jackson and Bryce Cameron Jackson.
He was preceded in death by his parents Coleman and Sharon Jackson, his grandmother who raised him Aline (Kirkman) Absher, and a sister Ella Jean Jackson.
Memorial Contributions, In Loving Memory of Robert Coleman Jackson, may be made to the Leffler Funeral Home, 401 East Main Street, Benton, Illinois 62812, to assist with the cremation expenses.
To give condolences to the family online, or to share memories of Robert, visit www.lpfuneralhome.com.

Ricky Warren Casey, age 52, of Benton; passed away at 7:15 p.m. Thursday, October 15, 2026, at his home.

Graveside Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, October 19, 2026, at the Masonic and Odd Fellows Cemetery of Benton, with Rev. Bill Hottenson officiating. Family and friends are asked to go directly to the cemetery. The Leffler Funeral Home is in charge of the services. A time of food and fellowship will follow the services at Kay’s home.

Ricky was born on May 27, 1974, in Fort Campbell, Kentucky, the son of Rick Casey and Marsha Kay (Smith) Eubanks.

He loved the outdoors. He enjoyed deer hunting, fishing, junking, mushroom hunting, and growing huge watermelons.

He is survived by his mother Kay Eubanks of Benton, Illinois; his father Rick Casey of Benton, Illinois; two children: Noah Casey of Coello, Illinois and Brittany (Casey) Smith and husband Scott of Herrin, Illinois; a grandson Lincoln Smith; brothers: Steve Casey and wife Novella of Benton, Illinois, Michael Casey and wife Judy of West Frankfort, Illinois; a sister Brandi Hampton and husband Blake of Benton, Illinois; along with many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by two sons Christopher and Taylor Casey.

To give condolences online, or to share memories of Ricky, visit www.lpfuneralhome.com.

Jesse E. Hoover, age 60, of Harker Heights, Texas and formerly of Benton, Illinois; died October 8, 2026, in Harker Heights, Texas.

Jesse was born on May 23, 1966, in Carmi, Illinois. He was raised by his parents Harold H. and Glendeen B. Chaney. He married the former Nicole Hanks on September 18, 2021, and she survives.

He was a native of Benton, Illinois, Jesse spent his youth in the small-midwestern town and graduated from high school in 1984, establishing a close-knit circle of lifelong friends. In high school, Jesse was on the wrestling, track, and cross-country teams. He also excelled in art class an was a gifted artist. He went on to honorably serve his country in the United States Marine Corps for a decade, retiring as a Gunnery Sergeant. After serving in the Marines, Jesse made Central Texas his home, where he worked for Don Hewett Chevrolet in Georgetown. Jesse carried his dedication to service into his civilian life, where he was an intensely active and proud member of the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars.
Jesse was also known by all who knew him as an avid Chicago Bears fan.

He is survived and deeply missed by his wife, Nicole; his sons, Zachary Kreklau and Caleb Hoover; a step-daughter Sierra Hoover; and his grandson, Mangus Kreklau. Also surviving is his mother Glendeen Chaney; two brothers: Henry Chaney and wife Angela, Thom Hoover; two sisters: Jackie (Chaney) Holmes, Diane (Chaney) Anthony and husband Richard; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father Harold Chaney, and a brother-in-law Melvin Holmes.

Graveside Services are pending at the Central Texas State Veteran’s Cemetery in Killeen, Texas.

Memorial contributions may be made in Jesse’s honor to the Wounded Warrior Project or the Tunnel 2 Towers Foundation.
The Leffler Funeral Home of Benton, Illinois is assisting the family through providing the obituary locally, for their friend and classmate..
To give condolences online, or to share memories of Jesse, visit www.lpfuneralhome.com.

Herman John Haack, 86, of Benton, passed away on Wednesday October 7, 2026 at 10:40 PM at his home.

He was born on January 21, 1940 in Racine, WI to Oliver and Dorothy (Zimdars) Haack. He married Isabelle (Dowding) Haack on August 14, 1965 and together they enjoyed 61 years of marriage.

He is survived by his wife Isabelle Haack of Benton; his children Joy (Chris) Salamone of Racine, WI, Brenda Haack of Galesburg, IL and David (Erin) Haack of Racine, WI; grandchildren Stephen DeFalco and Rebekah Boronski and one great grandchild Nora.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister Carolyn Haack.

He was an Army Veteran and retired after 38 years from Chrysler formerly American Motors Corporation in Kenosha, WI. He also loved to garden and raising dwarf rabbits. He was also a member of the Victory Baptist Church in Carterville.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday October 17, 2026 at 11:30 AM at the Victory Baptist Church in Carterville with Pastor Glen Aulger officiating. Visitation will be on Saturday from 10:00 AM until the time of the service at 11:30 AM. Burial will be at Harrison Cemetery in Buckner, IL.

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Barbaraa Darlene Lamczyk, 85, of Scheller, passed away on Thursday October 8, 2026 at her home.

She was born on July 8, 1941 in Sesser to Leo and Leona (Dressler) Krolikowski. She married Ronald Lamczyk on May 30, 1962 and he preceded her in death on March 15, 2009.

She is survived by her children Marc (Melissa) Lamczyk of Sesser and Benita (Steve) Dorris of Scheller; grandchildren Drew (Hannah) Dorris, Jeron (Megan) Lamczyk, Trey (Shania) Dorris and Marissa (Gavin) Gunter; great grandchildren Hayden, Cameron, Amir, Mason, Toby and Kalan.

Barbara was a teacher at Sesser-Valier for over 38 years. She also loved to go shopping.

A Memorial Service will be on Tuesday October 13, 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Brayfield-Gilbert Funeral Home in Sesser with Deacon Mark Kabat officiating. Visitation will be on Tuesday from 9:00 AM until the time of the service at 11:00 AM at the funeral home. Burial will be at Maple Hill Cemetery in Sesser.

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On Wednesday October 7, 2026, Andrew “Andy” “Dandy” Wilson changed addresses from Mt. Vernon to Heaven’s Gates.

He was born on March 6, 1950 in Christopher, IL to Andrew M. and Elizabeth (Toth) Wilson. He married Valerie Ann (Ronchetto) on September 1, 1973 and she preceded him in death on November 16, 2017.

He is survived by his son Brandt (Amy) Wilson of Mulkeytown; grandchildren, Lynnsay (Luke) Saeger and Bryce (Alexis) Wilson; great grandchildren, Lynndon, Koa and Beckham; one brother Randy Wilson of Buckner and one sister Mary Beth (Ed) Dalby of Benton.

After the passing of his first wife, he then married Betty (Weasel) Beckham and she survives of Mt. Vernon, IL. He is also survived by her children Brent (Mira) Beckham, Greg (Terri) Beckham, Chad (Brandie) Beckham and Michelle (Steve) Bech; grandsons, Chris Beckham, Kyle (Bekah) Beckham, Justin Beckham (Tyla Stokes), Bryson (Marissa) Beckham, Mason (Jenna) Beckham, Landon Beck, Liam Beckham, Ryker Beck, Hudsyn Beckham and Zion Alambra; granddaughters Hannah (Brandon) Biggerstaff, Breann (Darin) Winkelman, Madison Beckham, Charmz Alambra, Jaycie Beckham and Roshan Alambra; great grandsons Chase Peyton, Brennan Biggerstaff, Coleman Beckham, Zeppelin Beckham and Keaton Beckham; great granddaughters Chloe Biggerstaff, Nyla Biggerstaff, Emersyn Beckham and Blake Winkelman.

Funeral services will be held on Monday October 12, 2026 at 1:00 PM at the Gilbert Funeral Home in Christopher with Pastor Ron Henwood officiating. Visitation will be on Monday from 11:00 AM until the time of the service at 1:00 PM at the funeral home. Burial will be at Harrison Cemetery in Buckner.

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