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▰ Daniel Sr Bentz

Died October 02, … More Information
Daniel Sr Bentz, 61, went to be with the Lord on October 2, 2008 in Roseville, Illinois.
Obituary published: October 03, 2008 in "Omaha W-H (NE)"

▰ Charlotte Mae (Martin) Bentz

Died August 18, … More Information
Charlotte Mae (Martin) Bentz, age 90 of Chillicothe, Illinois, gained her wings on August 18, 2000.
Obituary published: August 19, 2000 in "Journal Star"

▰ Beverly Ann (Koza) Bentz

Died December 04, … More Information
Beverly Ann (Koza) Bentz, age 49 of Illinois, born in Mount Pleasant, Pennsylvania, went to be with the Lord on December 4, 2003.
Obituary published: December 05, 2003 in "Des Plaines DH"

▰ Archie Sr Bentz

Died May 04, … More Information
Archie Sr Bentz, of Batavia, Illinois, entered into eternal rest May 4, 2004. Archie was 74.
Obituary published: May 05, 2004 in "The Beacon News"

▰ Angelica (Braun) "Ann" Bentz

Died December 08, … More Information
Angelica (Braun) "Ann" Bentz, of Illinois, born in Grand Island, Nebraska, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before she December 8, 2003.
Obituary published: December 09, 2003 in "Northwest Herald"

▰ Angelica (Braun) "Ann" Bentz

Died December 07, … More Information
Angelica (Braun) "Ann" Bentz, of Illinois, born in Nebraska, went to be with her Lord and Savior December 7, 2003.
Obituary published: December 08, 2003 in "Northwest Herald"

▰ Andrew E Bentz

Died January 11, … More Information
Andrew E Bentz, age 61 of Lincoln, Illinois, went into the presence of the Lord on January 11, 2007.
Obituary published: January 12, 2007 in "State J-R"

▰ Ruth (Read)[Carlstedt] Bentson

Died July 12, … More Information
Ruth (Read)[Carlstedt] Bentson, a resident of Geneva, Illinois for decades, died July 12, 2005 in Geneva, Illinois at the age of 84.
Obituary published: July 13, 2005 in "KCChronicle"

▰ Claude Everett [Read-Carlstedt] Bentson

Died April 25, … More Information
Claude Everett [Read-Carlstedt] Bentson, age 86 of Geneva, Illinois passed away April 25, 2003.
Obituary published: April 26, 2003 in "The Beacon News"

▰ Claude Everett [Read-Carlstedt] Bentson

Died April 25, … More Information
Claude Everett [Read-Carlstedt] Bentson, of Batavia, Illinois, joined the Lord April 25, 2003. Claude was 86.
Obituary published: April 26, 2003 in "The Beacon News"

▰ Claude Everett Bentson

Died April 25, … More Information
Claude Everett Bentson, of St Charles, Illinois, entered into eternal rest April 25, 2003. Claude was 86.
Obituary published: April 26, 2003 in "KCChronicle"

▰ Harry Richard Bentsen

Died January 31, … More Information
Harry Richard Bentsen, born March 13, 1932 passed from this world into the next January 31, 2016 in Springfield, Illinois. Harry was 83. Tags: #Bisch #West #Mill #Springfield #Harrys #Westminster #Church #Denham #Illinois #Orchestra #Harry #Lillian #Bentsen #Chicago #Mina #Molly #Champaign #Mitchell #Ross #Aurora #Kline #Matthew #Clark #Todd #Washington #Seth #Jessica #Perry #Moline #Abigail #Sarah #Laura #Arlington #David #Sherman #Texas #Jack #Arcadia #California #Carol #Carols #Years #Dana- #House #Abraham #Presidential #Norwegian #Norway #Stanley #North #Goofy #Taft #School #Culver- #Missouri #Continental #Cincinnati #Ohio #Franklin #Harryisms #Lewis #Christian #Remembered
Obituary: SPRINGFIELD-Harry Richard Bentsen, 83, of Springfield, Illinois, died on 31, 2016, at Lewis Memorial Christian Village. A memorial visitation will be held , 12, 4 to 7 p.m., at Bisch West, 2931 S. Koke Mill Rd., Springfield. A funeral service celebrating Harrys life will be held , 13, 11:00 a.m., at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 533 S. Walnut St., Springfield. Rev. Dr. Blythe Denham Kieffer will officiate. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to Westminster Presbyterian Church or the Illinois Symphony Orchestra.

Harry was born 13, 1932, to Harry and Lillian Korterud Bentsen in Chicago. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Mina; daughter Molly of Champaign (son Mitchell); son Ross (Angela) of Aurora (children Kline, Matthew, Clark, and JoAnna); son Todd of Washington, DC (children Seth and Jessica); son Perry (Carol) of Moline (children Abigail, Sarah Glovinsky [William], and Laura); brothers Ron (Carol) of Arlington Heights and David (Jan) of Sherman, Texas; and brother-in-law Jack Stumpf of Arcadia, California.

Harry met his future wife at the wedding of his brother, Ron, to Carol; Harry was best man, and Mina, Carols college friend, was the soloist. a whirlwind romance, they married six months later, on New Years Eve. moved in 1966 to Springfield, where they have been blessed by countless friendships, a strong faith community, and the rewards of multiple volunteer commitments. Harry served on the Illinois Symphony board of directors, including a term as president, and most recently was a docent at the Dana-Thomas House and a volunteer at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum. He also served multiple terms as a deacon and an elder at Westminster Presbyterian. Travel has been a frequently shared pleasure for Harry and Mina, including business conventions, international trips and cruises, and favorite trips with children and grandchildren.

Harry was a proud Norwegian, whose four grandparents all emigrated from Norway to the U.S. As a teenager he relished spending summers on the farm where his mother grew up near Stanley, North Dakota. A lifelong outdoorsman, Harry whiled away many (usually) happy hours casting a fishing rod, swinging a golf club, or hunting ducks at Goofy Ridge.

A 1950 graduate of Taft High School (Chicago) and a 1954 graduate in business administration of Culver-Stockton (Canton, Missouri), Harry spent a long and productive career in the life insurance industry. He began his career at Continental Assurance, first in Chicago, then in Cincinnati, Ohio. 26 years with The Franklin in Springfield, he retired as vice-president of sales services.

Harry never met a stranger, and he loved sharing stories from his wide-ranging memory. Myriad Harryisms (You e not playin with the kids) will live on through his many loving family members. His family would like to thank the staff of Lewis Memorial Christian Village for their compassionate care during Harry's residence there.

Please visit the online "Life Remembered Story" at www.bischfuneralhome where tributes and condolences may be left for the family.

▰ Harry Richard Bentsen

Died January 31, … More Information
Harry Richard Bentsen, born March 13, 1932 left earthly home and passed through the Veil to his Eternal Home January 31, 2016 in Springfield, Illinois. Harry was 83.
Family members and close friends: , Roger Cawiezell, June Dominacki, Gary Krueger, Steve Maslauski, Tom And Gail Casteel, Bev Thomas, Pat Gregory, Jan Bentsen, Mike-jan Buchanan, Don Wessler, Vickie Storm, Libby Sheppard, Mary Von Liski, Nancy Scott, James Cribbett, Robbie Beard, John Lawrence, Tracey Hopkins

▰ Bent H Bentsen

Died August 22, … More Information
Bent H Bentsen, age 66 of Illinois, born in San Diego, California, entered into eternal rest August 22, 2007.
Obituary published: August 23, 2007 in "Northwest Herald"

▰ Max P Bents

Died March 27, … More Information
Max P Bents, born October 12, 1981 ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before his March 27, 2017 in Berwyn, Illinois. Max was 35.

▰ Wilmer A Bentrup

Died November 05, … More Information
Wilmer A Bentrup, of Springfield, Illinois, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before he November 5, 2003. Wilmer was 75.
Obituary published: November 06, 2003 in "State J-R"

▰ Oscar Theodore Bentrup

Died December 01, … More Information
Oscar Theodore Bentrup, of Illinois, born in Missouri, entered the Kingdom of Heaven December 1, 2010. Oscar was 90.
Obituary published: December 02, 2010 in "CentraliaMS"

▰ Kenneth E Bentrup

Died March 10, … More Information
Kenneth E Bentrup, of Staunton, Illinois, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before Kenneth March 10, 2009. Kenneth was 73.
Obituary published: March 11, 2009 in "State J-R"

▰ Frank John Jr Bentrup

Died June 16, … More Information
Frank John Jr Bentrup, of Trivoli, Illinois, passed away peacefully June 16, 2016. Frank was 55.
Obituary published: June 17, 2016 in "Journal Star"

▰ Ruth Irene Bentrop

Died April 01, … More Information
Ruth Irene Bentrop, born January 7, 1937 went to be with her Lord and Savior April 1, 2017 in Quincy, Illinois. Ruth was 80. Tags: #Richard
Obituary: Ruth was born on 7, 1937 and passed away on , 1, 2017. Ruth was a resident of Quincy, Illinois at the time of passing. Ruth was married to Richard.

▰ Willie B (Miles) Benton

Died April 29, … More Information
Willie B (Miles) Benton, age 85 of Springfield, Illinois, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before Willie April 29, 1997.
Obituary published: April 30, 1997 in "State J-R"

▰ William P Benton

Died May 08, … More Information
William P Benton, of Illinois, passed away peacefully May 8, 2006. William was 78.
Obituary published: May 09, 2006 in "Chicago T"

▰ William Clarence Jr "Bill" Benton

Died March 29, … More Information
William Clarence Jr "Bill" Benton, age 79 of Illinois, born in North Carolina, entered the Kingdom of Heaven March 29, 2016.
Obituary published: March 30, 2016 in "Chicago T"

▰ William A Benton

Died February 20, … More Information
William A Benton, age 89 of Fairview Heights, Illinois, passed from this life on February 20, 1998.
Obituary published: February 21, 1998 in "Belleville N-D"

▰ William A Benton

Died February 19, … More Information
William A Benton, of Fairview Heights, Illinois, went into the presence of the Lord on February 19, 1998. William was 89.
Obituary published: February 20, 1998 in "Belleville N-D"

▰ William E Benton

Died January 22, … More Information
William E Benton, born December 11, 1940 passed from this world into the next January 22, 2017 in Cahokia, Illinois. William was 76. Tags: #Judith
Obituary: William was born on 11, 1940 and passed away on , 22, 2017. William was a resident of Cahokia, Illinois at the time of passing. William was married to Judith.

▰ Steven C Benton

Died May 22, … More Information
Steven C Benton, age 52 of Rock Island, Illinois, died on May 22, 2001.
Obituary published: May 23, 2001 in "Quad-City Times (IA)"

▰ Samuel G Benton

Died April 10, … More Information
Samuel G Benton, age 50 of Illinois, born in Fleming Co, Kentucky, gained his wings on April 10, 1906.
Obituary published: April 11, 1906 in "Cincinnati E/P (OH)"

▰ Ronald Benton

Died February 24, … More Information
Ronald Benton, of Galedburg, Illinois, joined the Lord February 24, 1997. Ronald was 47.
Obituary published: February 25, 1997 in "Amarillo G-T (TX)"

▰ Rita Ann (Kempfer) Benton

Died March 27, … More Information
Rita Ann (Kempfer) Benton, of Ellis Grove, Illinois, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord March 27, 2019. Rita was 75.
Obituary published: March 28, 2019 in "County Journal"

▰ Raymond Glen Sr Benton

Died October 14, … More Information
Raymond Glen Sr Benton, of Litchfield, Illinois, joined the Lord October 14, 2002. Raymond was 65.
Obituary published: October 15, 2002 in "State J-R"

▰ Phillip Benton

Died April 26, … More Information
Phillip Benton, of Aledo, Illinois, left hisearthly home and passed through the Veil to his Eternal Home April 26, 1999. Phillip was 73.
Obituary published: April 27, 1999 in "Quad-City Times (IA)"

▰ Peggie Joyce Benton

Died September 25, … More Information
Peggie Joyce Benton, born September 11, 1930 passed from this world into the next September 25, 2015 in Rochester, Illinois. Peggie was 85. Tags: #Edward
Obituary: Peggie was born on 11, 1930 and passed away on , 25, 2015. Peggie was a resident of Rochester, Illinois at the time of passing. Peggie was married to Edward.

▰ Pauline Benton

Died April 04, … More Information
Pauline Benton, born November 6, 1927 went to be with the Lord on April 4, 2017 in Pekin, Illinois. Pauline was 89. Tags: #Unity #Pekin #Burnt #John #Mabel #Tarpley #Pauline #Southeastern #Charles #Benton #City #Oliver #Robert #Charlie #Gene #Surviving #Ramona #Rita #Mahr #Randy #Terri- #Horn #Monica #Bartonville #Shawnee #Baker #Hazard #Matt #Marty #Todd #West #Moines #Erika #Reeb #Morton #Elisha #Swanson #American #Standard #Grace #Church #Ladies #Fellowship #Christian #Angels #Jeopardy #Wheel #Fortune #Preston- #Crematory #Pastor #Justus #Visitation #Burial #Glendale #Gardens #Memorial #South #Street
Obituary: PEKIN ~ E. Pauline Benton, 89, of Pekin, passed away at 7:50 a.m. , 4, 2017 at UnityPoint – Pekin. She was born 6, 1927 in Burnt Prairie to John Franklin and Mabel Kay (Brasher) Tarpley.  Pauline grew up in the depression era in Southeastern Illinois and was raised in a simple life.  She met her future husband, Charles Ray Benton, while she was a passenger on a City of Pekin bus that he was driving.  He became the love of her life.  She was preceded in death by her husband on 9, 2015; her parents; step-father, Oliver Fitzgerald; son-in-law, Robert Rauch; and three brothers, Charlie “Chub” Tarpley, John “Bud” Tarpley, Jr. and Gene Fitzgerald. Surviving to cherish her memory are her two daughters, Ramona Rauch and Rita (Buzz) Mahr, both of Pekin; one son, Randy (Debbie) Benton of Pekin; eight grandchildren, Terri-Jo (Brian) Horn of McKee, KY, Monica Miller of Bartonville, Shawnee (Dwight) Baker of Hazard, KY, Matt (Carrie) Mahr, Marty (Lori) Mahr, both of Pekin, Todd (Sarafina) Benton of West Des Moines, IA, Erika (Matt) Reeb of Morton and Elisha (Eric) Swanson of Pekin; twenty-five great-grandchildren; and seven great-great-grandchildren. Pauline had worked at the American Distilling and later at Standard Brands, both in Pekin. She was a member of Grace Baptist Church in Pekin for more than 50 years and had served the church as a deaconess, school teacher, school secretary, and was a member of the Ladies Missionary Fellowship.  Her faith was important to her and she was a consistent Christian woman. Pauline’s family was the center of her life.  She referred to her eight grandchildren as “Charlie’s Angels” and at bedtime, would kiss the forehead of her husband, Charlie, eight times.  She always made them feel special when they came to visit and would have each of their favorite treats waiting for them.  She enjoyed doing crossword puzzles and watching Jeopardy and Wheel of Fortune.  She was an avid sports fan and was very knowledgeable in it.  Pauline was very old school and enjoyed writing letters and sending cards to her family and friends.  She was known for being a very selfless and caring person. Her funeral will be at 1 p.m. , 8, 2017 at Preston-Hanley s & Crematory in Pekin.  Pastor Randy Justus will officiate.  Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home.  Burial will be at Glendale Memorial Gardens in Pekin. Memorial contributions may be made to Grace Baptist Church, 1301 South 14th Street, Pekin, IL  61554. To express condolences online, visit www.preston-hanley.com

▰ Pauline Benton

Died April 04, … More Information
Pauline Benton, born November 6, 1927 entered Heaven's gates on April 4, 2017 in Pekin, Illinois. Pauline was 89.
Family members and close friends: , Betty Colvin, Doug & Nonie Sindle, Joyce Warden, Robert Reiling, Mandy ( Lewis ) Majors, Sue Taylor, Joyce Pratt, Steve And Aad Barb Swanson, Craig And Shirley Swoik, Joan Swearingen, Sandi Holmes, Rick Brock, Rozell Lewis, Paul Riley, Alice Caudle, Diane And Larry Coggins, Delma Reed, Ron And Carol Barger, Robin Fitzgerald, Sue And Doug Kyle, Susie King, Kathy Vanhorn, Steve & Angi Dault, Jayne Fitzgerald, Cathy Lofthouse, Pamela Brantley, Steve & Coleen Fitzanko, Marg Musgrave, Jay & Carol Manthey, Bobbi Prather, Sheri Robinson

▰ Patricia Benton

Died April 08, … More Information
Patricia Benton went into the presence of the Lord on April 8, 2015 in Viola, Illinois.

▰ Nell Lucille Sister Benton

Died July 08, … More Information
Nell Lucille Sister Benton, of Chatham, Illinois, left us to live with the Father in her new eternal home July 8, 2005. Nell was 72.
Obituary published: July 09, 2005 in "State J-R"

▰ Nell Lucille Sister Benton

Died July 02, … More Information
Nell Lucille Sister Benton, age 72 of Illinois, born in Miami, Florida, passed from this life on July 2, 2005.
Obituary published: July 03, 2005 in "State J-R"

▰ Nell Lucille Benton

Died June 29, … More Information
Nell Lucille Benton, of Illinois, born in Miami, Florida, gained her wings on June 29, 2005. Nell was 72.
Obituary published: June 30, 2005 in "RochesterTimes"

▰ Michael George Benton

Died October 11, … More Information
Michael George Benton, age 56 of Illinois, born in Brooklyn, New York, went to be with the Lord on October 11, 2003.
Obituary published: October 12, 2003 in "The Beacon News"

▰ Michael George Benton

Died October 11, … More Information
Michael George Benton, of Illinois, born in Brooklyn, New York, entered eternal life October 11, 2003. Michael was 56.
Obituary published: October 12, 2003 in "KCChronicle"

▰ Michael George Benton

Died October 11, … More Information
Michael George Benton, of Illinois, born in New York, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord October 11, 2003. Michael was 56.
Obituary published: October 12, 2003 in "Des Plaines DH"

▰ Mary Elizabeth [Bellamy] Benton

Died July 19, … More Information
Mary Elizabeth [Bellamy] Benton, age 90 of Vienna, Illinois, joined the Lord July 19, 2000.
Obituary published: July 20, 2000 in "Paducah S (KY)"

▰ Marjorie "Hazel" (Scott) Benton

Died August 10, … More Information
Marjorie "Hazel" (Scott) Benton, of Illinois, born in Tennessee, went to be with her Lord and Savior August 10, 2005. Marjorie was 73.
Obituary published: August 11, 2005 in "Des Plaines DH"

▰ Marion "Pop" Benton

Died January 21, … More Information
Marion "Pop" Benton, of Illinois, born in Grand Rivers, Kentucky, died on January 21, 2000. Marion was 91.
Obituary published: January 22, 2000 in "Alton T"

▰ Marie Benton

Died January 05, … More Information
Marie Benton, age 97 of Marion, Illinois, went to be with the Lord on January 5, 2003.
Obituary published: January 06, 2003 in "Southern I"

▰ Margaret A (Delp) Benton

Died September 26, … More Information
Margaret A (Delp) Benton, of Mt Vernon, Illinois, joined the Lord September 26, 2011. Margaret was 97.
Obituary published: September 27, 2011 in "CentraliaMS"

▰ Major Benton Jr

Died November 06, … More Information
Major Benton Jr , born December 29, 1929 passed from this life on November 6, 2014 in Blue Island, Illinois. Major was 84.

▰ Lyman W Benton

Died May 18, … More Information
Lyman W Benton, age 81 of Rock Island, Illinois, died on May 18, 1998.
Obituary published: May 19, 1998 in "Quad-City Times (IA)"

▰ Lorraine H (Fritz) Benton

Died June 19, … More Information
Lorraine H (Fritz) Benton, age 78 of Illinois, departed this life Sunday June 19, 2007.
Obituary published: June 20, 2007 in "Franklin Park Herald-Journal"
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