Margie Marie Chamness, 82, of Benton, passed away Friday, January 11, 2013 at her home in Benton.
She was born in Benton, IL on April 4, 1930, the daughter of Charley and Sybil (Williams) Kays.
She married Virgil Chamness in 1963, and he preceded her in death on February 1, 1990.
Mrs. Chamness was a member of the Fellowship Baptist Church in South Chicago Heights. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary and the VFW Auxiliary.
Mr.s Chamness is survived by a daughter, Pam Ray, of Benton and two sons, Danny (Cindy) Eldridge, of Benton and Monty (Jean) Eldridge, of Manteno.
Also surviving are several grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and by 10 brothers and sisters.
Graveside memorial services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, January 19 at the Masonic & Oddfellows Cemetery in Benton with Brother Gene Blades officiating. There will be no visitation. Those attending the service are requested to meet at the cemetery.
The Morton & Johnston Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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