Robert “Bobby” J. Smith, 67, of McLeansboro, passed away at 5:40 p.m., on Tuesday, October 2, 2018, at St. Louis University Hospital, St., Louis, MO.

  Bobby was born on October 4, 1950, to John and Wilma (Summers) Smith in Tucson, AZ.

He was a loving brother and enjoyed taking trips to the park, watching country-western shows and eating cherry chocolates.

 Bobby is survived by his three brothers, John K. (Kathy) Smith, Jim Smith and Don (Kathy) Weston; one sister, Patricia (Roger) Wheeler, and many nieces and nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by parents, John and Wilma Smith; one brother, David Weston.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Pate Funeral Home, 301 S. Main St., Benton, IL.

Visitation will be held on Friday, October 5, 2018, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., at Pate Funeral Home.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, October 5, 2018, at 11:00 a.m., at Pate Funeral Home, with Nick Roberts, officiating.

  Burial will take place in the Masonic and Odd Fellows Cemetery.

  Memorials contributions may be made to the Stuart Estates in McLeansboro, and will be accepted at the funeral home.

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

Geneva Zalenski Hines Smith, age 93, of West City, IL, passed away at 8:12 p.m. Sunday, September 30, 2018 at the SSM Good Samaritan Hospital of Mt. Vernon.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, October 5, 2018 at the Leffler Funeral Home of Benton, with Rev. Bert Mitchell officiating.  Burial will be in the Masonic & Odd Fellows Cemetery of Benton. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Friday at the Leffler Funeral Home of Benton.

Geneva was born on December 9, 1924 in Franklin County, IL, the daughter of Frank Zalenski and Dora (Wascoski) Zalenski. She married Robert Eugene Hines, Sr. on December 24, 1946, and he preceded her in death on December 21, 1951 in the Orient #2 Mine explosion. She would later marry Herbert Warren Smith in 1953, and he preceded her in death in 2001.

She formerly worked cleaning motels and worked for twenty plus years in cleaning and housekeeping at Union Hospital and for Dr. Fox.

Geneva enjoyed watching television and loved animals, and especially enjoyed spending time with her family.

Survivors include, her son, Robert Eugene Hines, Jr. and wife Karen of Benton; four daughters: Jo Ann Stewart and husband Rod of Benton, Gloria Overturf and husband George of Benton, Marsha Kay Eubanks of Benton, and Marie Smith of West City; twelve grandchildren; twenty-three great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Mrs. Smith was preceded in death by her parents; two husbands; an infant daughter; a grandson; two great-grandsons; and three brothers.

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

Bobby Lee Kent, age 74, of Whittington, IL passed away at 8:26 p.m. Sunday, September 30, 2018 at his home.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 3, 2018 at the Leffler Funeral Home of Benton, with Rev. Harol Whitlock officiating.  Burial will be in the Masonic & Odd Fellows Cemetery of Benton. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Wednesday at the Leffler Funeral Home of Benton.

Mr. Kent was born on October 28, 1943 in Benton, IL, the son of Vernie L. Kent and Florine R. (Vaughn) Kent. He married the former Helen L. Christian on June 5, 1965, and she survives.
He honorably served on active duty in the United States Marine Corps

Bobby was a former Transportation service and maintenance worker with ABEX.  He was the former president of the U.S. Steel Workers Local #7234.

He was a member of the West City Church of God.

Bobby enjoyed gardening, especially growing vegetables and flowers. He also enjoyed attending and worshipping with his church family.

Survivors include, his loving wife of 53 years, Helen L. Kent of Whittington; a daughter Beverly S. Batres and husband Julio of Crown Point, IN; two granddaughters: Samantha and Nicole Batres, both of Crown Point, IN; three sisters: Merita Weiser of Syracuse, IN, Mary Little of Lake Station, IN, Sarah Dhall of Canton, MI; and several nieces and nephews.

Mr. Kent was preceded in death by his parents; and three brothers: Jessie Kent, Allen Kent, and Keith Kent.

Memorial contributions may be made to West City Church of God and will be accepted at the funeral home.

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

Lucille  Moore, 95, of Benton, IL,  passed away at 11:40 a.m., on Saturday, September 29, 2018, at Helia Healthcare of Benton, IL.

She was born on March 11, 1923, to Vern “Pete” and Addie (Beaty) Bauer. She married Paul Moore on April 5, 1942. Mrs. Moore was a member of North Benton Baptist Church.

She was a beautician with a shop in her home or many years. She was a wonderful cook, often cooking for farmhands during the summer.

Mrs. Moore is survived by one daughter, Paula Lainfiesta, one grandson, Damian (Beth) Lainfiesta, one great grand-daughter, Raeann Lainfiesta, and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Vern and Addie Bauer, husband of 54 years, Paul Moore, twin sister Louise Doubbleaire, and brother, Frederick Bauer.

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

 Graveside service with be held at Jackson Grove Cemetery, Benton, IL, on October 8, 2018, at 10:00 a.m., with burial to follow.

A special thanks to Helia Healthcare of Benton, IL, and Hospice of Southern Illinois.

Memorial Contributions may be to Jackson Grove Cemetery or to Hospice of Southern Illinois and will be accepted at the funeral home.

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

Marjorie Ruth Mansker-Lochhead-Brooks, 98, of Benton, IL passed away at 6:24 p.m., on Sunday, September 30, 2018, at Stonebridge Nursing and Rehab Center.

She was born on March 18, 1920, to Noah and Mary (Warren) Mansker in Perryville, MO. Ruth retired as a Supply Clerk.

Ruth is survived by her two daughters, Carol (Harold) Hoffman of Union, MO, Marjorie (Robert) Buntin of Thompsonville, IL; two granddaughters, Sheri R. Freeman  and Kelly (Mark) Balliet; four grandsons, Scott (Shari) Buntin, Steven (Heather) Buntin, Sam (Cindy) Buntin and Mark (Jill) Hoffman; 11 great grandchildren, Caleb, Alex, Mat, Megan, Kira, Tyler, Nikki, Dani, Jaidyn, Mark Jr. and Brooklyn; and several great-great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; first husband, Vernon “Spookey” Lochhead; second husband J.E. Brooks; four brothers, Vernon, Lloyd, Jack and Joe Mansker; one sister, Frieda Tudor.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Pate Funeral Home, 301 S. Main St., Benton, IL.

Graveside services will be held on Wednesday, October 3, 2018, at 10:00 a.m., at the Murdale Gardens of Memory, Murphysboro, IL, with Rev. Nick Roberts, officiating.  Burial will follow services.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Southern Illinois, and will be accepted at the funeral home.

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

Lonnie Ray Reiger, 82, of West Frankfort, IL passed away on September 29, 2018. 

He was born on December 9, 1935 in Sesser, IL to William and Alma (LeVault) Reiger.  He is survived by his children Lonnie Ray Reiger Jr. of Arizona, Connie (Pat) Golliher of Benton, Jackie (Lloyd) Stephens of Marion, Angela Golliher of McLeansboro, Monty Reiger of Georgia, Myra Jones-Reiger of Benton, and Melissa Reiger of Marion; and several grandchildren and great grandchildren; one sister Dorothy Lipe of Sesser.  He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers Charley Reiger, Lawrence Reiger, and Glenn Reiger, two sisters Kitty Santay and Bonnie Reiger. 

Lonnie’s wishes were to be cremated with no services.  Brayfield-Gilbert Funeral Home in Sesser is assisting the family with arrangements.