Warren Jeffery Johnson, Jr., age 60, of Akin, passed away at 10:06 a.m. Friday, September 24, 2021, at his home with his loving wife and family by his side.

Visitation services will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, September 30, 2021, at the Leffler Funeral Home of Benton. Per Jeffery’s request, after visitation services, he will be cremated, with burial to take place at a future date in the Brady Cemetery East of Akin.

Mr. Johnson was born on March 25, 1961, in Chicago, IL; the son of Warren Jeffery Johnson, Sr. and Carol Yvonne (Blanton) Johnson. He married the former Darla Yvonne Briley on July 10, 1990, and she survives.
He worked for Ricky Nix Tire and was a painter.

Jeffery enjoyed fishing, camping, swimming, spending time with his family, and especially enjoyed being with his grandkids.
Surviving is his loving wife of 31 years, Darla Johnson of Akin; four children: Michelle Johnson of Carpentersville, IL, Christina Johnson of Zeigler, IL, Linnea White and husband Joey of West Frankfort, IL, Jeffery Watkins of Thompsonville, IL; thirteen grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; two sisters: Karen Johnson of North Carolina, Patricia McDaniel and husband Joey of Arkansas; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father Warren Jeffery Johnson, Sr.; his mother Carol Yvonne (Blanton) Brewer; step-father: George Brewer; a brother Donnie Johnson.

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Due to the mandate issued on August 26, 2021, by Gov. J.B Pritzker masks must be worn at all times while inside the funeral home.

Robert “Bob” Norris, 69, of Sesser, passed away on Tuesday September 28, 2021 at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St Louis, MO.

He was born on July 25, 1952 in DuQuoin, IL to Jossie and Dorothy (Harris) Norris. He married Pamela (VanZandt) Norris and she survives of Sesser.

He is also survived by his daughter Carrie (Jason) Threewitt; mother-in-law Billie VanZandt of Christopher; one aunt Imogene Harris of Herrin and many special friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister Dena Pardue and one brother Wayman Norris.

Bob loved to shoot trap, collecting guns, collecting coins, throwing dart and most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.

A memorial service will be on Sunday October 3, 2021 at 1:00 PM at the Gilbert Funeral Home in Christopher. Visitation will be on Sunday from 10:00 AM until the time of the service at 1:00 PM. Burial will be at a later date at Knob Prairie Cemetery in Waltonville, IL.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Darts for Kids. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

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Mrs. Frances Jean Collins, age 92, of Carmel, IN, passed away at 10:17 p.m. Monday, September 13, 2021, at St. Vincent’s Hospital of Indianapolis, Indiana.

A Graveside Memorial Celebration of Life Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, September 23, 2021, at the Brady Cemetery, East of Akin, with Rev. Ron Cremeens officiating. Family and friends are asked to meet at the cemetery.
Mrs. Collins wishes were to be cremated. Arrangements are with the Leffler Funeral Home of Benton.
Frances was born on September 3, 1929, in Akin, Illinois, the daughter of Chalon Hungate and Mary Ellen (Cardwell) Hungate. She was married to Elmer Eugene “Rip” Collins, and he preceded her in death on January 31, 1989.

She was a retired retail salesclerk.

Mrs. Collins formerly attended the Akin Missionary Baptist Church.
She enjoyed the Hungate Historical Society, playing BINGO, arts and crafts, playing slot machines.

Through her husband’s military service in World War II, and her sons time served in the Vietnam War; she was an active supporter of the V.F.W. and their Ladies Auxiliary.

Most of all she enjoyed her time spent and visiting with family.

Surviving is her son Kevin Collins and wife Gerda of Zionsville, IN; grandchildren: Jonathan David Collins of Indianapolis, Deborah Ruth Collins of Indianapolis, Scott Fenech, Theresa Ellenwood; great-grandchildren: Emmarie, Audra, Amanda, Megan and Alex; a brother: Randell Hungate and wife Carol Sue of Benton, IL; best friend Shirley Dial of West Frankfort, IL; several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; two sons: Michael David Collins, Phillip Lee Collins; two sisters: Sandra Fay Hungate Skinner, Leatrice June Benedetto; and a great-granddaughter Lily Johanna Collins.

Memorial contributions in memory of Mrs. Frances Jean Collins, may be made to V.F.W. Auxiliary and will be accepted at the services, or can be mailed to the Leffler Funeral Home, 401 East Main Street, Benton, IL 62812.

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Barbara Sue Summers, age 78, of Christopher, passed away at 5:36 p.m. Saturday, August 21, 2021, at the Herrin Hospital.

Graveside services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, September 25, 2021, at the Masonic & Odd Fellows Cemetery of Benton, with Pastor Larry Adams officiating. Family and friends are asked to meet at the cemetery. The Leffler Funeral Home of Benton is in charge of arrangements.

Barbara was born on September 9, 1942, in Benton, Illinois; the daughter of Robert Adams and Helen (Prince) Adams. She married Robert Summers on December 15, 1962, and he survives.
Barbara was a retired legal secretary.

She was a member of the West City Baptist Church, where she played the piano and organ.
Mrs. Summers enjoyed cooking, fishing, and being around her children and grandchildren.

Surviving is her loving husband of 58 years, Robert “Bob” Summers of Christopher, IL; two sons: Jeff Summers and wife Lori of Dallas, TX, Robbie Summers and wife Lisa of Louisville, KY; five grandchildren: Jennifer Summers of Eldorado, IL, Jordan Summers of Louisville, KY, Mitchell Summers of Farmington, MO, Liam Kirk and Laney Kirk, both of Benton; a brother Robert Adams of Enfield, MO; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers: Merrell Adams and Dean Adams; a sister-in-law: Jean Adams; and a nephew Ronnie Adams.

Memorial contributions in memory of Barbara Sue Summers, may be made to the West City Baptist Church, and will be accepted at the services, or may be mailed to the Leffler Funeral Home, 401 East Main Street, Benton, IL 62812.

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Mike McDaniel, 45, of West Frankfort, passed away on Monday, September, 20, 2021 at the St. Mary’s Good Samaritan Hospital in Mt. Vernon.

He was born September 9, 1976 in Carbondale, Illinois to Charles McDaniel and Sharon ( Wicker ) McDaniel.

He is survived by his parents, Charles and Sharon McDaniel of West Frankfort, his fiancé, Toni Sinks and children, Lucas and Makinley Roberts of Ewing a son, Hunter McDaniel of Benton, two brothers, Mark ( Carla ) McDaniel of West Frankfort and Tim (Amy) McDaniel of Carterville.

Also surviving are nieces, Kylie and Logan Cameron, Kourtney McDaniel ( Kodey Costello ) and Morgan McDaniel ( Jimmy Drennon ), nephews, Tyler McDaniel ( Alayna Scholz ) and Ethan Mathes and great niece, Addison Cameron.

Mike was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Helen and Verron McDaniel, his maternal grandparents, Harry and Zelma Wicker and by a aunt, Cathy Wicker Harkins.

He was a member of the Whittington Church. He was also a member of the West Frankfort Masonic Lodge #567 and the Fraternal Order of the Police.

Mike was an avid St. Louis Cardinals baseball fan and also a Notre Dame Football fan. He was very active in the Shop With A Cop program in Benton.

He was a police officer having worked for the City of Benton for 19 years.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021 at 1:00 P.M. at the Parker-Reedy Funeral Home in West Frankfort with Terry Lybarger officiating.
Burial will be in the Denning Cemetery on the Orient road. Visitation will be from 10:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. on Wednesday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Hunter McDaniel Scholarship Fund for his education and will be accepted at the funeral home.

Due to new COVID-19 restrictions, it is recommended that you wear a mask for the visitation and funeral per a mandate by the Governor of Illinois.

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Patrick Wilson Delar, 69, of Johnston City, passed away at 5:00 a.m., on Sunday, September 19, 2021, at his residence.

Mr. Delar was born on May 11, 1952, to Frank and Marian (Dailey) Delar in Chesapeake, VA. On June 2, 1998, he married Donna Book.

Patrick is survived by his loving spouse of 23 years, Donna Book Delar; mother, Marian (Dailey) Delar of Virginia Beach, VA: brother, Frank “Sonny” Delar of Smithfield, VA; sister, Bonnie Delar of Clemmons, NC; daughter, Ann Ethridge of Jarvisburg, NC; and son, Pat Delar, Jr. of Colorado Springs, CO.

He was preceded in death by Father, Frank Delar.

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

Per Mr. Delar’s wishes cremation will take place.

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

Mr. Lyndell Vernell Chamness, age 79, of Benton, passed away at 12:26 p.m. Thursday, September 16, 2021, at Carle Hospital of Champaign, IL.

A Memorial Celebration of Life Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, September 23, 2021, at the West City Church of God, with Rev. Harol Whitlock officiating. Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Thursday at the West City Church of God.

Arrangements are with the Leffler Funeral Home of Benton.

Lyndell was born on August 6, 1942, in Herrin, Illinois; the son of Lester Vernell Chamness and Mabel (Williams) Chamness. He married the former Shirley Ann Niblett on July 7, 1967, and she survives.

He was a retired maintenance foreman with Old Ben Coal Company.

He was a member of the West City Church of God. Lyndell enjoyed worshipping his Lord with his church family, whom he loved like family. He also enjoyed the food and fellowship with the “Eating Out Crew,” and all church activities and services.

Lyndell liked hunting, fishing, and playing golf.

Surviving is his loving wife of 54 years, Shirley Ann Chamness of Benton, IL; three children: Tina Harpool and husband Kevin of Benton, IL, Keith Chamness and wife Misty of Benton, IL, Michael Chamness of St. George, UT; grandchildren: Brittany Elliot and husband Eric of Edwardsville, IL, Bryson Harpool and wife Anna of Rancho Cucamonga, CA, Sydney Chamness of West Frankfort, IL, Dillan Chamness and fiancée Katelyn of Mt. Vernon, IL, Tyler Chamness of Benton, IL, Faith Vernaci and husband Trey of Jackson, MS, Chris Chamness, Alex Chamness, Sara Chamness, and Devon Despotopulos of Benton.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother Ronnie Chamness; two sons: Kevin Lee Chamness and Craig Chamness.
Memorial contributions in memory of Mr. Lyndell Chamness, may be made to West City Church of God, and will be accepted at the services.

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