William “Bill” Smothers, 59, of Benton IL, passed away at 12:28 a.m., Wednesday, March 29, 2017, at SSM Good Samaritan Hospital in Mount Vernon, IL, surrounded by his family and friends.
He was born on September 25, 1957, to Clarence “Doc” and Mildred (Scrutchfield) Smothers in Benton, IL. Bill lived in Benton for most of his life. He loved his family and friends to fullest and always enjoyed spending his days with them. Especially his grandson Brendon.
His generosity, love for others and playful nature is what will always be remembered by his family and friends. He was a loving father, grandfather and brother and will be dearly missed. A mark of a truly great man is one that touches the life of others and leaves them better for knowing him. Bill most definitely did that.
He was an avid hunter, fisherman and an exceptional pool player.
William is survived by his daughter, Lacey Smothers of Benton, IL; one grandson, Brendon Jones; two sisters, Sandi (Tom) Schmidt, Debra (Lenny) Holthaus; and one brother, Randy (Linda) Smothers.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence “Doc” and Mildred Smothers, two brothers, Gary Smothers and Jim Smothers and one sister, Susan Wilson.
Services have been entrusted to Pate Funeral Home, Benton, IL.
Visitation will be held Friday, March 31, 2017, from 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at Pate Funeral Home, 301 South Main St., Benton, IL.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 1, 2017, at 10:30 a.m. at the Pate Funeral Home, Benton, IL, with Pastor Roger Webb, officiating.
Burial will take place in the Jones Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the Pate Funeral Home to assist with funeral expenses.
Online condolences can be given at www.patefh.com.
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