Suzanne Roule, 80, of Christopher, passed away on Monday September 9, 2024 at Herrin Hospital.

She was born on March 21, 1944 in DuQuoin to Frank Anderton and Pauline (McDonald) Faytok. She married Rudy Roule on December 31, 1963 and he survives of Christopher.

She is also survived by her children Rudy (Janette) Roule, Cheryl (Shane) McKenzie, Steven (Rhonda) Roule and Michele (Barry) Swenson; grandchildren Justin (Jenny) Roule, Jared Roule, Ryanne McKenzie, Wesley McKenzie, Sidney (Jacob) Worley, Ian Swenson and Anya Swenson.

She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers James Anderton and Brent Anderton.

Funeral Mass will be on Friday September 13, 2024 at 11:00 AM at St Joseph’s Catholic Church in Benton, IL with Father Urban Osuji officiating. Visitation will be on Friday from 9:00 AM until the time of the service at 11:00 AM at the church. Burial will be at St Andrews Catholic Cemetery in Christopher.

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George Albert Butz,II, 72, of Marion, IL, passed away at 11:03 a.m., on Wednesday, September 4, 2024, at Herrin Hospital, in Herrin, IL, surrounded by his family.

He was born on April 4, 1952, to George Butz, I and Wavie (Whitesell) Butz at Barksdale AFB , LA. Before retiring, George was a driver for Brinks Security. On August 3, 2019, he married Amy Groves, nee Draper, and she survives.

George was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He was a big Ranger Football fan. He loved watching his granddaughters play golf, volleyball and basketball. He had a life long love for motorcycles. He enjoyed refurbishing antique pocket watches, gardening and especially watching all the wildlife at Lake Egypt.

George is survived by his loving wife, Amy, one son, Ben Maclaurin; one step-son, Justin (Bryann) Groves; one step-daughter, Sarah Halley; one sister, Margo Butz; seven grandchildren and two nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, George Albert Butz I and Wavie M. Butz and his brother, Greg Butz.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Pate Funeral Home, 301 South Main Street, Benton, IL.

Per George’s wishes, cremation will take place.

Online condolences can be given at www.patefh.com.

Linda Sue Eurgil (Stamm) of Mulkeytown, Illinois, passed away peacefully on September 2, 2024, surrounded by her family. Linda was born on March 20, 1958, in Sparta, Illinois, to the late Omar and Rosalie Stamm.

Linda graduated from Red Bud High School in 1976. She dedicated over 30 years working for GS Metals (US Gypsum) in Pinckneyville, Illinois, and she spent the last 10 years at Prysmian in DuQuion, Illinois where she was known for her compassionate heart, tireless dedication, and exceptional skills in customer service and shipping.

Linda was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, cousin, niece, aunt, and friend. She married her husband, David Eurgil, in 1979, and together they shared 45 years of marriage. Linda is survived by her husband David; her three children, Matthew Eurgil, David (Amber) Eurgil II, and Alison (Marcus) Baria; and her 7 grandchildren, Donovan, Alexandria, Lily, Isabella, Cole, David III, and Canon. She also leaves behind her sister, Deb (Mark) Germann, and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and cherished friends.

Linda will be remembered for her gentle spirit, unwavering faith, and the kindness she extended to everyone she met. Her legacy of love and compassion will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.

A private funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on September 5, 2024, at St John’s Lutheran Church, 8446 1st Road, Evansville, Illinois. Burial will follow immediately at St. John’s Lutheran Cemetery.

Bonita “Bonnie” Helen Wininger, left us peacefully on the evening of August 31, 2024, surrounded by her family in the home she loved for nearly sixty years. She was born on January 22, 1945, in California to Bonnie Snider and Allen Christopher.

She found her soulmate in Don Wininger, marrying him on April 20, 1981, in Benton, Illinois. Together, they shared nearly forty wonderful years before his death in 2020.

Bonnie graduated from Benton Consolidated High School and Southern Illinois University. During her 30-year career with Head Start she touched the lives of countless children, leaving a lasting impact.

Bonnie was a member of Benton’s Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses.

Traveling as a family was a joy for Bonnie. Branson was a favorite destination for both Bonnie and Don that held a special place in their hearts. Above all, Mom’s greatest pride was her family. She often said her seven children were her greatest achievement, and her love extended to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

In her final years, Mom showed incredible strength and devotion, caring for Don and her son Ryan during their illnesses. Her selfless love and unwavering support were a testament to her character, even as she faced profound loss when they preceded her in death in 2020 and 2023. Mom’s life was a beautiful tapestry of love, dedication, and service. Her warm smile, gentle spirit, and nurturing nature will be deeply missed but forever cherished by all who knew her.

Mom is survived by her loving family: her children Kimberly (Dale Houseworth) Livesay, Robin Culbreth, Stephen Livesay, Beth Livesay, Kevin Livesay, and Kristen Garner; her grandchildren Nicholas (Emily) Culbreth, Emily Culbreth, Ashlynn Heavrin, Ainsley Mueller, Molly (Chris) Baker, Josh Houseworth, and Zach Houseworth; and her great-grandchildren Calvin Culbreth, Archer Culbreth, RayAnne Baker, Allyson Winemiller, Sydney Baker, and Ava Baker.

Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to Pate Funeral Home, 301 South Main Street, Benton, IL.

Per Bonnie’s wishes cremation has taken place.

A visitation will be held on Friday, September 6, 2024, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m, at Pate Funeral Home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Benton Public Library and Hospice of Southern Illinois and will be accepted at the funeral home.

Condolences may be expressed at www.patefh.com

William Thomas Tate, age 62, of Benton, passed away at 3:10 a.m. Sunday, September 1, 2024, at his home in Benton.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, September 7, 2024, at the Leffler Funeral Home of Benton, with Rev. Mark Minor officiating. Burial will follow in the Masonic & Odd Fellows Cemetery of Benton. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. Saturday, September 7, 2024, until the funeral hour at 1:00 p.m.

Memorial contributions are preferred and may be made payable to the family to assist with the funeral expenses, and will be accepted at the Leffler Funeral Home, 401 East Main Street, Benton, Illinois 62812.

Tom was born on March 31, 1962, in Gary, Indiana, the son of Charles “Bud” Tate and Patricia A. (Tamm) Tate.

He was a graduate of Benton Consolidate High School Class of 1980.

He worked in the maintenance department for Hamilton Memorial Hospital in McLeansboro, Illinois. Tom was a Christian.

Tom was a devout Chicago Cubs fan. He enjoyed hunting, especially ducks and deer. He loved to fish, dining out, driving around Rend Lake looking for deer, and woodworking. He enjoyed making and giving away many of his woodworking projects for others to enjoy. Tom also enjoyed traveling to Florida and Hawaii. Most of all he loved his family and cherished the time he spent with his grandchildren.

Surviving is his daughter Tiffany Diana Wright and husband Travis of Sesser, Illinois; his son Wyatt Thadeus Edward Tate of Benton, Illinois; three grandchildren: Ty Deven Newell, Caden Walker Newell and Maci Sophia Wright, all of Sesser, Illinois; his mother Patricia Tate of Benton, Illinois; siblings including: Gina Tate, Shannon Tate, Jeremy Tate, Scott Tate and Benjamin Tate, all of Benton, Illinois; two step-sisters: Christi Volkman and husband Paul of Benton, Illinois, Hanna Akin and husband Tyler of Belle Rive, Illinois; close friend Tina Sue Tate of Pennsylvania; an aunt Alice Schablowsky and husband Rick of Mulkeytown, Illinois; an uncle Larry Tate of Benton, Illinois; several cousins, nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father Charles “Bud” Tate, stepmother Dolores Carter Tate; an uncle Clarence Tate; and two aunts Beulah Overturf and Marie Williams.

To leave online condolences to the family, or to share memories of Tom, visit www.lpfuneralhome.com.

It is with heavy, praise filled hearts that we announce the passing of Paulette Sullivan, our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, who went to be with her Lord and Savior on 8/28/2024 at the age of 82.

Born on February 20, 1942, in Cook County, IL. Paulette was a woman of deep faith and unwavering devotion to her family. She was the loving wife of Floyd Ray Sullivan for 46 years, and together they built a home filled with love, laughter, and the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Paulette was a nurturing and selfless mother to her seven children: Lori (Randy) Ash, Tina (Jim) Howe, Steven (Teresa) Richard, Daniel (Marla) Sullivan, Missy (George) Shread, Jeremy (Kris) Sullivan, and Carol Allen instilling in them the values of faith, kindness, and perseverance. Her grandchildren and great-grandchildren were the light of her life, and she took immense joy in watching them grow, always offering her prayers, unconditional love, and homecooked meals. She showed her love through serving her family.

Paulette’s phenomenal home-cooked meals reached beyond her family to her community. She found much fulfillment and touched the lives of countless students during her 43-year career as the head cook at Zeigler-Royalton District 188.

Her faith was the cornerstone of her life. Paulette was an active member of Royalton Baptist Church since 1967, where she found joy in serving others, teaching bible study, working in Vacation Bible School, and cooking fellowship meals. Her gentle spirit and generous heart touched the lives of all who knew her.
Paulette leaves behind a legacy of faith, love, and grace. She is survived by her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and a large extended family who will miss her dearly but find comfort in knowing she is at peace in the presence of the Lord.

A celebration of Paulette’s life will be held on Saturday, September 14, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. at the Royalton Baptist Church, with Revs. Ron Knox, James Ebbs, and Mario Ramos officiating. Burial will follow at Masonic & Odd Fellows Cemetery in Benton, IL. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Saturday, at the church. The family invites all who knew and loved her to join them in remembering her remarkable life.
Memorial contributions in memory of Mrs. Sullivan, may be made to the Royalton Baptist Church and will be accepted at the services.

To leave online condolences to the family, or to share memories of Paulette, visit www.lpfuneralhome.com.
Services are under the direction of the Leffler Funeral Home of Benton.
“Well done, good and faithful servant; enter into the joy of your Lord.” (Matthew 25:23)
“Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.” (Proverbs 3:4-5)

Sharon Sue Majdich, known affectionately as Sue, passed away on August 27, 2024 at the age of 80 with family by her side. Born on July 2, 1944, in Christopher, IL, she was the beloved daughter of Doc and Thelma Hammonds.

She is survived by her husband, Randy Majdich, and her sons Wesley (Ewar) Cook, Andrew (Julie) Cook, and Anthony (Kim) Majdich. She will also be fondly remembered and loved by her grandchildren, Halle Majdich, Emma Cook, Nicholas Cook and sisters Wilma, Rita and Debbie along with several nieces and nephews. Her parents, Doc and Thelma Hammonds and six siblings, Shirley Kirchner, Jesse, Frances, Lee, Leroy and Jerry Hammonds preceded her in death.

A passionate painter, Sue found joy and expression through her art and in painting of ceramic figurines, which brought beauty into the lives of those around her. Although she hasn’t been able to paint for several years, her creative spirit will be dearly missed by her family and friends. Sue’s life was marked by her love for her family and dedication to her artwork. Her legacy will live on in the hearts of her loved ones and through the vibrant painted ceramics she leaves behind.

Funeral services will be on Monday September 2, 2024 at 1:00 PM at the Gilbert Funeral Home in Christopher with Brother Dean Hammonds officiating. Visitation will be on Monday from 11:00 AM until the time of the service at 1:00 PM at the funeral home. Burial will be at Mulkeytown Cemetery.

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