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▰ Nancy (Adkins) Benson-Honor

Died January 16, … More Information
Nancy (Adkins) Benson-Honor, of Elgin, Illinois, passed away peacefully January 16, 2001. Nancy was 65.
Obituary published: January 17, 2001 in "Des Plaines DH"

▰ Nancy (Adkins) Benson-Honor

Died January 16, … More Information
Nancy (Adkins) Benson-Honor, age 65 of Elgin, Illinois, entered Heaven's gates on January 16, 2001.
Obituary published: January 17, 2001 in "C-N IL"

▰ Wilton "Bud" Benson

Died March 24, … More Information
Wilton "Bud" Benson, a resident of Illinois for decades, died March 24, 2004 in Illinois at the age of 80.
Obituary published: March 25, 2004 in "Des Plaines DH"

▰ Williiam Edward "Bill" Benson

Died March 03, … More Information
Williiam Edward "Bill" Benson, 77, went to be with the Lord on March 3, 2001 in Jacksonville, Illinois.
Obituary published: March 04, 2001 in "Dallas M-N (TX)"

▰ William John "Willy" Benson

Died April 21, … More Information
William John "Willy" Benson, of Peoria, Illinois, departed this life Sunday April 21, 2016. William was 26.
Obituary published: April 22, 2016 in "Journal Star"

▰ William John Benson

Died April 18, … More Information
William John Benson, born May 20, 1989 passed away peacefully April 18, 2016 in Peoria, Illinois. William was 26.

▰ William W Benson

Died November 17, … More Information
William W Benson, born June 16, 1932 died November 17, 2015 in Morton, Illinois. William was 83. Tags: #Medical #Peoria #Born #Sevierville #Tenn #Walter #Mollie #Benson #Marsha #Surviving #East #Kimberley #Greene #Wesley #Alexander #Logan #Riley #Ernest #Willard #Robert #Newell #Korean #United #Army #William #Friendsville #School #Caterpillar #Master #Frank #Masonic #Creve #Independent #Fellows #American #Post #Visitation #Ludwig #Morton #Roberts #Memorials #Church #Christ #Association
Obituary: East Peoria - William Wayne Benson, 83, of East Peoria, passed away at 3:40 p.m. , Nov. 17, 2015, at OSF St. Francis Medical in Peoria.
Born 16, 1932, in Sevierville, Tenn., to Walter Wesley and Mollie Leola (Lewelling) Benson, he married Marsha Hancock on 10, 1971, in Peoria.
Surviving are his wife, Marsha Benson of East Peoria; one daughter, Kimberley (Gary) Greene of Leo, Ind.; one son, Wesley Benson of Peoria; three grandsons, Alexander, Logan and Riley Greene; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; five brothers, Ernest, Jim, Loy, Willard and Robert Benson; and his half brother, Newell Romines.
A Korean War United States Army veteran, William served from 1953 to 1955.
He graduated from Friendsville High School in Friendsville, Tenn., in 1950.
He started working for Caterpillar Inc. in 1951 and retired in 1994 after 43 years of service.
William was a past Master and active member of the Frank N. Nicol Masonic Lodge 1170 AF & AM in Creve Coeur. He also was a member of the East Peoria Independent Order of Odd Fellows 668 and Creve Coeur American Legion Post 1234.
He enjoyed fishing, hunting, golfing and spending time with his family.
Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. , Nov. 20, 2015, at Ludwig Mortuary in Morton, where a Masonic service will be held at 8 p.m. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. , Nov. 21, at the mortuary. Burial will be in Roberts in Morton, where military services will be conducted.


Memorials may be made to the Frank N. Nicol Masonic Lodge 1170 AF & AM in Creve Coeur; East Peoria Church of Christ; or to the American Diabetes Association.

▰ William "Willy" Benson

Died April 18, … More Information
William "Willy" Benson, born May 20, 1989 departed this life Sunday April 18, 2016 in Peoria, Illinois. William was 26.
Family members and close friends: , Anthony And Joann Pence, Joy Thierer Scott Claudin, Karen & Bill Cole, Pam Smith, Michelle Jones, Taylor Bronson, Ryan Lewis, Drew Sayles, Anthony Almasi, Brittany Thompson, Pam Mathus, Jo Gavlinski, Aaron Miller, Sandie Simmons, Derrich Cooper, Kevin & Debbie Garner, Erika Garner, Dannielle Fiers

▰ Willard John Benson

Died December 05, … More Information
Willard John Benson, age 65 of Peoria, Illinois passed away December 5, 2015.
Obituary published: December 06, 2015 in "Journal Star"

▰ Willard John Benson

Died December 02, … More Information
Willard John Benson, born March 24, 1950 passed from this life on December 2, 2015 in Peoria, Illinois. Willard was 65. Tags: #Chicago #Willard #Lillian #Holzle #Connie #Peoria #William #Nicole #Terri #Veronica #Hertel #Mark #Petersburg #John #Allison #Wisconsin #Cheney #Charlie #Vietnam #American #Post #Bartonville #Village #Bellevue #Caterpillar #Mossville #Services #Davison- #Woodland #Alexander #Parkview #Midwest
Obituary: Willard John Benson, 65, of Peoria, passed away at 5:15 pm , 2, 2015 at OSF St. Francis Medical with his family by his side.

He was born 24, 1950 in Chicago, the son of Willard Francis and Lillian Annabelle Holzle Benson. He married Connie Aronhalt on 22, 1988 in Peoria.

Willard is survived by his wife of 26 years; one son William of Peoria; one daughter, Nicole of Peoria; two sisters, Terri Schiff of St. Louis, and Veronica (Joe) Hertel; and two brothers, Mark Benson of St Petersburg, FL, and John (Nadine) Allison of Wisconsin.

He is preceded in death by his parents; his step-father, Lee Cheney; and one brother, Charlie Benson.

Willard was a Vietnam Army Vet. He was also a member of American Legion Post 979, and Bartonville VFW.

He was a police officer for the Village of Bellevue in the late 70’s.

Willard was a proud UAW member, and retired from Caterpillar in 2003 as a technician at Mossville.

He was a loving husband and father with the biggest heart. Willard was a strong man of faith, and had a passion for outdoors and could hook a fish like no other.

Services will be at 11:00 am , 7, 2015 at Davison-Fulton Woodland Chapel. Visitation will be , 6, 2015 from 1-4:00 pm also at the chapel. Father Alexander Millar will officiate.

Burial will be in Parkview .

Memorials may be made to St. Jude Midwest Affiliate.

To view Willard’s memorial page or to leave an online condolence please go to www.davison-fulton.com


▰ Willard John Benson

Died December 02, … More Information
Willard John Benson, born March 24, 1950 gained his wings on December 2, 2015 in Peoria, Illinois. Willard was 65.
Family members and close friends: , Terry Reeder, Wayne Page, Jon Lehman, Thomas Schlink, Mark Denton, Patricia Buford, Jesse Ballew, Karen & Bill Cole, Sue Skelton, Joe Beeney, Dereck Wade, Judy Hohenzy, Lori Lueken, David And Toni Putnum, Sandie Simmons, Rich Toliver

▰ Warren S Dr Benson

Died February 17, … More Information
Warren S Dr Benson, of Chicago, Illinois, went to be with his Lord and Savior February 17, 2002. Warren was 72.
Obituary published: February 18, 2002 in "Des Plaines DH"

▰ Warren Calvin "Cal" Benson

Died June 19, … More Information
Warren Calvin "Cal" Benson, of Illinois, born in Abilene, Texas, left earthly home and passed through the Veil to his Eternal Home June 19, 2003. Warren was 76.
Obituary published: June 20, 2003 in "Journal Star"

▰ Warren Dale Benson

Died July 01, … More Information
Warren Dale Benson, born July 3, 1935 passed away peacefully July 1, 2017 in River Grove, Illinois. Warren was 81.

▰ Virginia M (Woods) Benson

Died April 24, … More Information
Virginia M (Woods) Benson, of Illinois, born in Iowa, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before her April 24, 2005. Virginia was 81.
Obituary published: April 25, 2005 in "Kewanee S-C"

▰ Virginia M (Woods) Benson

Died April 23, … More Information
Virginia M (Woods) Benson, age 81 of Kewanee, Illinois, entered the Kingdom of Heaven April 23, 2005.
Obituary published: April 24, 2005 in "Journal Star"

▰ Vaughn W Benson

Died January 07, … More Information
On January 7, 1998, Vaughn W Benson, 89 of Moline, Illinois passed from this world into the next.
Obituary published: January 08, 1998 in "Quad-City Times (IA)"

▰ Timothy Benson

Died October 04, … More Information
Timothy Benson, born December 5, 1987 passed from this life on October 4, 2017 in Illinois. Timothy was 29.

▰ Thyra D Benson

Died July 30, … More Information
Thyra D Benson, of Illinois, entered eternal life July 30, 2007. Thyra was 102.
Obituary published: July 31, 2007 in "Chicago T"

▰ Thyra D Benson

Died July 29, … More Information
Thyra D Benson, age 102 of Illinois, went into the presence of the Lord on July 29, 2007.
Obituary published: July 30, 2007 in "Chicago T"

▰ Thyra D Benson

Died July 28, … More Information
Thyra D Benson, of Illinois, entered into eternal rest July 28, 2007. Thyra was 102.
Obituary published: July 29, 2007 in "Chicago T"

▰ Theresa Mary Benson

Died June 16, … More Information
Theresa Mary Benson, born December 15, 1934 left us to live with the Father in her new eternal home June 16, 2011 in Illinois. Theresa was 76.

▰ Terry L Benson

Died May 15, … More Information
Terry L Benson, age 56 of Peoria, Illinois, went to be with the Lord on May 15, 2003.
Obituary published: May 16, 2003 in "Journal Star"

▰ Sven A "Swede" Benson

Died March 25, … More Information
Sven A "Swede" Benson, of Rock Island, Illinois, passed from this world into the next March 25, 1998. Sven was 89.
Obituary published: March 26, 1998 in "Quad-City Times (IA)"

▰ Stephen O Benson

Died March 28, … More Information
Stephen O Benson, age 78 of Chicago, Illinois, departed this life Sunday March 28, 2020.
Obituary published: March 29, 2020 in "Chicago T"

▰ Sophie (Jereb) Benson

Died September 26, … More Information
Sophie (Jereb) Benson, of Zion, Illinois, died on September 26, 2004. Sophie was 88.
Obituary published: September 27, 2004 in "News Sun"

▰ Sophie (Balkonis) Benson

Died October 06, … More Information
Sophie (Balkonis) Benson, of Elk Grove Village, Illinois, went to be with her Lord and Savior October 6, 2004. Sophie was 85.
Obituary published: October 07, 2004 in "Elk Grove Times"

▰ Sophie (Balkonis) Benson

Died September 28, … More Information
Sophie (Balkonis) Benson, of Elk Grove Village, Illinois, passed from this world into the next September 28, 2004. Sophie was 85.
Obituary published: September 29, 2004 in "Des Plaines DH"

▰ Sigvard Benson

Died June 10, … More Information
Sigvard Benson, age 92 of Westmont, Illinois, departed this life Sunday June 10, 2000.
Obituary published: June 11, 2000 in "DG Suburban Life"

▰ Shirley Jean (Kraft) Benson

Died August 13, … More Information
Shirley Jean (Kraft) Benson, a resident of Sparta, Illinois for decades, died August 13, 2014 in Sparta, Illinois at the age of 84.
Obituary published: August 14, 2014 in "County Journal"

▰ Sherwood Benson

Died April 04, … More Information
Sherwood Benson, age 95 of Illinois, joined the Lord April 4, 2020.
Obituary published: April 05, 2020 in "Chicago T"

▰ Sharon K Benson

Died March 09, … More Information
Sharon K Benson, born November 14, 1944 passed from this world into the next March 9, 2016 in Knoxville, Illinois. Sharon was 71. Tags: #Medical #Galesburg #Illinois #Dorothy #Lemasters #Philip #Pearl #Yates #High #Larry #Knoxville #Maquon #Lori #Bill #Benson #Kellie #Mahnesmith #Chillicothe #Mark #Vegas #Nevada #Christopher #Rachel #Curry #Chelsea #Aubree #Travis #Emelia #Sarah #Jaxon #Frances #Mendon #Shirley #Monon #Indiana #Audrey #Uncles #Aunts #Donald #Spoon #Knox #Bureau #Farm #Mediacom #Hurd- #Doty #Contributions #Childrens #Seminary #Activity
Obituary: Sharon K. Benson, 71, of Maquon, Illinois passed away peacefully with her family by her side on , 9, 2016 at OSF St. Marys Medical in Galesburg, Illinois.

She was born on 14, 1944 in Galesburg, Illinois the daughter of Jim and Dorothy Emken Lemasters. She was raised by her grandparents, Philip and Pearl Emken. She graduated from Yates City High School in 1962. She married Larry Benson on 1, 1962 in Knoxville, Illinois.

She is survived by her husband, Larry Benson of Maquon, Illinois; two daughters, Lori (Fiancé Bill Nelson) Benson of Galesburg, Illinois and Kellie (Robert) Mahnesmith of Chillicothe, Illinois; one son, Mark A. (Trisha) Benson of Las Vegas, Nevada; seven grandchildren: Christopher Mahnesmith, Rachel (Joe) Curry, Chelsea Mahnesmith, Aubree Kelso, Travis Kelso, Emelia Benson and Sarah Benson; one great grandson, Jaxon Marion; two sisters, Frances Hasting of Mendon, Illinois and Shirley Ingram of Monon, Indiana; mother-in-law, Audrey Benson; and Uncles and Aunts that were active with her growing up. She was preceded in death by her mother, grandparents, and father-in-law, Donald Benson.

She was a member of the Spoon Sisters and the Knox Bureau. She worked at Farm King in Galesburg, Illinois and Mediacom in Chillicothe, Illinois in addition of being a homemaker, wife and mother. She enjoyed her flowers, gardening, traveling and being with her family. She also collected lighthouses and seagulls.

The visitation will be held on , 12, 2016 from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at the Hurd-Hendricks in Knoxville, Illinois. The funeral service will be on , 13, 2016 2:00 P.M. at the Hurd-Hendricks in Knoxville. Rev. Dan Doty will be officiating. Interment will be at Maquon , Maquon, Illinois. Memorial Contributions can be made to the St. Jude's Childrens Hospital or Seminary Manor Activity Fund. Online condolences can be left at www.hurd-hendricksfuneralhome.com

▰ Sara Kostich Benson

Died March 17, … More Information
Sara Kostich Benson, age 81 of Waterloo, Illinois, entered eternal life March 17, 2005.
Obituary published: March 18, 2005 in "Alton T"

▰ Sara Jane (Kostich) Benson

Died March 17, … More Information
Sara Jane (Kostich) Benson, age 81 of Waterloo, Illinois, went to be with the Lord on March 17, 2005.
Obituary published: March 18, 2005 in "State J-R"

▰ Ryan Michael Benson

Died April 19, … More Information
Ryan Michael Benson, born February 4, 1996 died on April 19, 2015 in Belvidere, Illinois. Ryan was 19.

▰ Ruth P (Flynn) Benson

Died November 30, … More Information
Ruth P (Flynn) Benson, of Vandalia, Illinois, left us to live with the Father in her new eternal home November 30, 2015. Ruth was 92.
Obituary published: December 01, 2015 in "CentraliaMS"

▰ Ruth M Benson

Died November 23, … More Information
Ruth M Benson, age 96 of Illinois, left us to live with the Father in her new eternal home November 23, 2005.
Obituary published: November 24, 2005 in "Glenview Announcements"

▰ Ruth M Benson

Died November 23, … More Information
Ruth M Benson, 96, went to be with the Lord on November 23, 2005 in Illinois.
Obituary published: November 24, 2005 in "Evanston Review"

▰ Ruth Ann (Hendrickson) Benson

Died December 18, … More Information
Ruth Ann (Hendrickson) Benson, of Illinois, born in Blanchardville, Wisconsin, joined the Lord December 18, 2019.
Obituary published: December 19, 2019 in "The Daily Herald"

▰ Ruth A (Hendrickson) Benson

Died December 15, … More Information
Ruth A (Hendrickson) Benson, of Illinois, born in Blanchardville, Wisconsin, joined the Lord December 15, 2019. Ruth was 87.
Obituary published: December 16, 2019 in "The Beacon News"

▰ Ruth A (Hendrickson) Benson

Died December 18, … More Information
Ruth A (Hendrickson) Benson, of Illinois, born in Blanchardville, Wisconsin, entered Heaven's gates on December 18, 2019. Ruth was 87.
Obituary published: December 19, 2019 in "Chicago T"

▰ Ruth (Farley) Benson

Died December 27, … More Information
Ruth (Farley) Benson, 70 of Chicago, Illinois, was anxious to meet her Maker and Master, December 27, 2001.
Obituary published: December 28, 2001 in "Chicago T"

▰ Ruth P Benson

Died November 29, … More Information
Ruth P Benson, born April 6, 1923 entered the Kingdom of Heaven November 29, 2015 in Vandalia, Illinois. Ruth was 92.

▰ Ruth A Benson

Died July 04, … More Information
Ruth A Benson, born January 21, 1923 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord July 4, 2020 in Chicago, Illinois. Ruth was 97.
Family members and close friends: , Michael Nick, Cindy Suttin

▰ Russel J Benson

Died February 06, … More Information
Russel J Benson, of Aurora, Illinois, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before he February 6, 2005. Russel was 84.
Obituary published: February 07, 2005 in "OttawaDT"

▰ Russel J Benson

Died February 06, … More Information
Russel J Benson, age 84 of Earlville, Illinois, entered into eternal rest February 6, 2005.
Obituary published: February 07, 2005 in "The Beacon News"

▰ Russel J Benson

Died February 05, … More Information
Russel J Benson, 84 of Sandwich, Illinois, was anxious to meet his Maker and Master, February 5, 2005.
Obituary published: February 06, 2005 in "The Beacon News"

▰ Ruby J Benson

Died November 09, … More Information
Ruby J Benson, age 93 of Plano, Illinois, joined the Lord November 9, 2017.
Obituary published: November 10, 2017 in "The Beacon News"

▰ Roy T Benson

Died February 26, … More Information
Roy T Benson, age 83 of Rock Island, Illinois, passed from this life on February 26, 1996.
Obituary published: February 27, 1996 in "Quad-City Times (IA)"

▰ Roy D Benson

Died January 10, … More Information
Roy D Benson, of Arlington Heights, Illinois, departed this life Sunday January 10, 2001. Roy was 80.
Obituary published: January 11, 2001 in "Palatine Countryside"
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