Steven Jay Tennenbaum, age 65, of Benton, IL passed away at 8:01 a.m. Tuesday, August 21, 2018 at the Franklin Hospital emergency room.

Mr. Tennenbaum’s wishes were to be cremated.

A memorial Celebration of Life Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, September 1, 2018 at the Faith Baptist Church of Benton, with Rev. Steven Flach officiating.

Arrangements are through the Leffler Funeral Home of Benton.

Steve was born on May 25, 1953 in St. Louis, MO, the son of Immanuel Robert Tennenbaum and Mary Ruth (Bierman) Tennenbaum. He married the former Karen Phalen on July 15, 1985, and she preceded him in death on May 12, 2011.

Steve was a general laborer and former salesman.

He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War.
Mr. Tennenbaum enjoyed going to church, currently was worshipping at the Faith Baptist Church of Benton.
Steve enjoyed mowing lawns, sitting outside visiting over a cup of coffee with his friends and neighbors.
He is survived by his daughter Stephanie Tennenbaum of Benton; two adopted sons: Jesse Cutter and Kevin Goetz both of Benton; two special friends: Mike Maceri and John Overturf, both also of Benton.
Steve was preceded in death by his parents, and his wife.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the family to assist with the cremation expenses, C\O Leffler Funeral Home.
To leave online condolences to the family or to share memories of Steve, visit www.lpfuneralhome.com

Calvin Mabry, 90, of Belleville, and a former Benton resident passed away on August 20, 2018 in Columbia, IL.

Mr. Mabry was born in Benton, IL on October 13, 1927, the son of Calvin Ray & Vina (Robinson) Mabry. He married Patsy R. Williams on May 30, 1949.

Mr. Mabry served in the Marine Corp during World War II. He was the retired owner of Mabry Home Improvement.

He is survived by his daughters, Lynette (David) Rienbolt and Pam Tullous; grandchildren, Zac Rienbolt, Jenna (Sande) Zander, Ben (Chelly) Parish, Dustin (Kelly) Parish, Michael Parish; great-granddaughter: Diedre Zander; sisters-in-law Doris Mabry and Betty (Spank) Bowman and many nieces and nephews.

Mr. Mabry was preceded in death by his wife of 67 years Pat Williams Mabry, father and mother – Calvin and Vina Mabry, brothers and sisters: Freda (Barney) Shaw, Ray (Wilma) Mabry, Jim Mabry, Lou (Red)Conner, Eva (Nick) Shapkoff, Wanda (Paul) Wayman and by Son-in-law Charlie Tullous.

Graveside funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, August 28, 2018 at the Masonic & Oddfellows Cemetery in Benton with Pastor Harol Whitlock officiating. Burial with Military Rites conducted by the Benton American Legion & VFW Post and the National Guard Honor Squad will follow in the Masonic & Oddfellows Cemetery. There will be no visitation, those attending the service are requested to meet at the cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Belleville Family Hospice – familyhospice.org

For more information or to sign the online guest register please visit www.mortonjohnstonfuneralhome.com

 

 

Patricia Brown, 84, of Christopher passed away on August 21, 2018 at Integrity Healthcare of Marion.

She was born on February 24, 1934 in Urbana, IL to Daniel and Hollie (Atterbury) Shipps. 

She is survived by her children Teresa Lain of Marion, Jonathon Brown of Chicago, Nancy (Ralph) Loeschen of Mahomet, IL and Gerald Brown of Urbana,IL; grandchildren Daniel Brown, Jennifer Brown, Tabitha Lewis, Sally (Steve) Jamerson, Ralph Loeschen, Jason (Heather) Brown, and Charles (Angela) Loeschen.

She was the past president of the Bellflower American Legion Auxiliary.  She had worked at State Farm and the University of Illinois.  She was also the former director of the Christopher Library and a member of the First Christian Church in Christopher.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and two brothers Sonny Shipps and Phillip Erwin.

Funeral services will be on Saturday August 25, 2018 at 11:00 AM at the Gilbert Funeral Home in Christopher with Brother Jerry Aken officiating.  Visitation will be on Friday August 24, 2018 from 5:00 Pm until 8:00 PM at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Christopher Library. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

For more information go to our website www.gilbertfuneralhomes.com

Charles ‘Peanuts” Lutes, 91, of Christopher passed away on Saturday August 18, 2018 at SSM Good Samaritan Hospital in Mt Vernon. 

He was born in Christopher on September 11, 1926 along with his twin brother Carl, whom he would often jokingly remind that he was five minutes older. He was a graduate of Christopher Community High School and was inducted into the U.S. Navy during World War II, stationed in Hawaii, and returned afterward to spend the rest of his life in his hometown, where he was an employee for many years at Bione Truck Line. 

He was dedicated to public service and the community that he loved.  A member of the Christopher Fire Department at an early age, Peanuts, as he was affectionately called, went on to serve for many years as Fire Chief of the Christopher Fire Department. 

He was preceded in death by his devoted wife of 65 years Loretta (Mangin) Lutes on May 3, 2015.  He was also preceded in death by his parents Bessie and Charlie Lutes, Sr., a sister Laura Hicks and a brother James Lutes.  He is survived by a sister Emma (Lutes) Smith, a longtime Carbondale resident, now living in Effingham, his twin brother Carl Lutes of Carbondale, a dear friend Mary Gant of DuQuoin and many, many special friends and family. 

Funeral services will be on Thursday August 23, 2018 at 1:00 PM at the Gilbert Funeral Home in Christopher with Jeff Troutt officiating.  Visitation will be on Thursday from 11 a.m. until the time of the service at 1 p.m. at the funeral home.  Burial will be at Sunset Memorial Park in DuQuoin.  In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Christopher Fire Department, envelopes will be available at the funeral home. 

Margaret  O. Tennant, 95, of Benton, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 11, 2018, in Marion, IL. 

She was born on February 22, 1923, in Fairmont, WV.  

She was a member of Benton First Baptist Church and volunteered her time at various places within the community.
 
Margaret  is survived by her son, Joseph  R. Tennant and wife Julia of Benton; four grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren.
 
She was preceded in death by her loving husband Joseph L. Tennant.
 
Per her wishes cremation will take place.

Inurnment will be held at a later date in Barrackville, WV.
 
Online condolences can be given at www.patefh.com.

Sandra Kay Kern, 74, of Benton, passed away at 4:55 p.m., on Sunday, August 12, 2018, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Mt. Vernon, IL. 

She was born on January 27, 1944, to Jessie and Eloise (Jarvis) Dugger in Benton, IL.  Sandra was as a Retired Registered Nurse. She attended the Potter’s Way Church, Macedonia, IL.

Sandra was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother.  She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, shopping and traveling.  Sandra spoiled her little dog Sammy and loved her to pieces.   

She is survived by her two children, Darren M. Hansen and wife Pam of Buckner, IL, and Dustin “Dusty” Forby of Benton, IL; twelve grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.

Sandra was preceded in death by parents, Jessie and Eloise Dugger, husband, Blake Kern; former Husband and Dear Friend, James “Jim” Hansen; and son, Kyle M. Hansen.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Pate Funeral Home, 301 S. Main Street, Benton, IL.

Visitation will be held Thursday, August 16, 2018, from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., at Pate Funeral Home.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, August 16, 2018, 12:00 p.m., at the Pate Funeral Home, with Pastor Roger Webb, officiating.  Burial follow services at Masonic and Odd Fellow Cemetery, Benton, IL.

Memorials contributions can be made to Second Chance Rescue of Franklin County, and will be accepted at the funeral home. 

Online condolences can be given at www.patefh.com.

Carol Parkin Bullington departed this life and entered eternal life with Christ at the age of 74 on August 8, 2018 surrounded by her loved ones.

Carol was born August 7, 1944 in Chapel Hill, VA to parents William and Jeannette Olson.

She married Charles Sam Bullington on May 7, 1966 and they have resided in Benton, IL for the last 49 years. She worked as a CNA for 20 years and a Pharmacy Technician for 20 years while in Benton.

She attended and worshipped at the Abundant Life Apostolic Church in Benton.

She is survived by her Husband Charles Bullington; two children Charles Wayne Bullington and Pamela Annette Bullington, five granddaughters and 11 great-grandchildren.

Visitation will be held Friday, August 10th from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Abundant Life Church, 707 East Webster Street, Benton, IL 62812. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, at the Church with Bro. Chris Hammonds officiating. Burial will be at Mount Pleasant Cemetery in Rend City following.

For more information or to sign the online guest register please visit www.mortonjohnstonfuneralhome.com

William Dale Williford, 72, of Macedonia, IL , passed away at 2 p.m., on Friday, August 3, 2018, at the Linda E. White Hospice House in Evansville, IN. 

Dale was born on February 12, 1946, to William Williford and Ona Lee (Woods) Williford in Charleston, MO.  On April 3, 1965, he married Linda Childers and she survives.   Dale retired after many years working as a truck driver and mechanic.

Mr. Williford was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He enjoyed trail riding, attending rodeos, farm auctions and flea markets.

Dale is survived by his loving wife Linda; four sons, Wes Williford and wife Melissa, Todd Williford and wife Angie, Trevor Williford and wife Diane, and Cody Williford and fiancé Debra; nine grandchildren, Wes Williford, Jr. and wife Caitlin, Dalton Williford and wife Charly, Caleb Williford and wife Moriah, Colton Williford, Casie Doyle and husband Jack, Creek Williford, Ryler Williford, Bowen Williford and Seth Williams; seven great-grandchildren, Amilya, Isabellah, Paisley, Walker, Waylon, Ronan and Ebin;  two brothers, Grady Harold Williford and wife Lou, Fenton Williford and wife Shanon; one sister, Becky O’Neill and husband Billy; one step-brother, Michael Janes and wife Pam; a special cousin, Bubby Crow; and three special friends, Larry “Hokey” Kelley, John Robey and Luke Kelley; and many nieces, nephews and friends.
 
He was preceded in death by his parents, William Grady Williford and Ona Lee Williford; one brother, Bobby Williford; two step-brothers, Jimmy Jones and Billy McIntosh; and his step-mother, Marie Williford.

Services have been entrusted to Pate Funeral Home, 301 South Main Street, Benton, IL.
 
Visitation will be held on Monday, August 6, 2018, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., at Pate Funeral Home, Benton, IL.
    
Funeral services will follow visitation on Monday, August 6, 2018, at 1:00 p.m., at the Pate Funeral Home with Pastor Roger Webb officiating.  Burial will follow services at Brady Cemetery in Akin, IL.
 
Online condolences can be given at www.patefh.com.