James T. Adams – Benton

James T. (Jim) Adams, 76, of Benton IL,  passed away on August 28, 2017 at home.
Jim was born September 1, 1940 in Cobden, IL.

Jim married Marlene (Mandrell) on August 11, 1967 in Benton. They recently celebrated 50 years of marriage.

He is survived by his wife, Marlene, of Benton, daughter Mendy and husband Derrick McGuire of Benton and grandchildren (who were the lights of his life) Molly, Rebekah & Thomas.

He is also survived by his daughter Misty and  husband Jesse Cantu of Mt. Vernon.
Jim was well known for his larger than life personality and his willingness to help others.
He will be greatly missed by his family and  his Shih-Tzu, Millie.

Jim was devout in his faith and served the Lord lovingly for many years.

He was preceded in death by infant twin daughters, Terri and Kerri Adams, his parents, and several other family members.

Services will be at 11 A.M. Thursday, August 31, at Morton & Johnston Funeral Home, 410 S. Main St., Benton, IL. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. Thursday. The service will be officiated by Scott Hanks, Greg Willert, Yasmin Basith, and Loyce Hopkins.

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

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