Charles Richard Webster, 76, of Benton passed away Tuesday, Dec. 29, 2020 at Stonebridge Nursing & Rehab in Benton.
Charles was born in Colorado Springs, CO on March 15, 1944, the son of Byford and Marjorie (Cook) Webster.
He married Sondra (Powell) on August 9, 1963 at the Herrin First Methodist Church.
Mr. Webster was co-owner of Flowers by Dave in Benton. He was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene in Benton, and had served for years at the church in numerous capacities. Mr. Webster in his younger years had served as a volunteer fireman, had served as finance commissioner for the City of Benton, and had served on the Fire & Police Commission. He graduated from Automotive Technology at SIU-VTI and had a lifelong love for sharp cars.
He was passionate about his family, church and community.
Mr. Webster is survived by his wife, Sondra Webster, of Benton; son Kevin Webster, and wife Jennifer, of Macedonia; daughter Kerri Cottle, and husband Jim, of Benton; grandchildren Brad Cottle, Alison Webster, Emma Webster, Bethany Cottle and Ryan Webster and great-grandchildren Braxton Cottle, Kalib and Addison Mayberry. He is also survived by brother David Webster and wife Sharon, of Benton; sister Laurie Webster, of West Frankfort; brother Brett Webster, and wife Traci, of West Frankfort; sister-in-law Joyce Mathers and several nieces and nephews.
Mr. Webster was preceded in death by his parents.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 2, 2021 at the First Church of the Nazarene in Benton with the Rev. Don Jamerson officiating. Burial will be in the Shiloh Cemetery in Whittington. Visitation will be after 11 a.m. on Saturday at the Church.
Masks are strongly recommended, and will be available, and social distancing should be practiced.
For more information or to send online condolences please visit www.mortonjohnstonfuneralhome.com
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