Cody Matthew Spani, age 27, of New Baden, Illinois and formerly of Benton, passed away at 3:10 p.m. Thursday, November 30, 2023, at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in O’Fallon, Illinois.

Cody was born on May 14, 1996, in Carbondale, Illinois; the son of Steven Leroy Spani and Ruby Ann (Galloway) Spani. He was a Graduate of Benton Consolidated High School.

Cody enjoyed fishing, going hiking, playing with his toys, listening to music, and spending time with his family.

He is survived by his father Steven L. Spani of Benton, Illinois, a sister Tina Spani of Carbondale, Illinois, a brother Steven L. Spani, Jr. of Benton, Illinois, three nephews: Dametrious Avant, Lyrix Avant, and Dre’vyon Moore all of Carbondale, Illinois, an Aunt Michelle Akpore of Peoria, Illinois, and an Uncle Mike Blair and wife Nancy Daum of Benton, Illinois, and a loving Uncle Donnie Blair, also of Benton.

He was preceded in death by his mother Ruby Ann Blair, an Aunt Diane Reginatto, and his paternal and maternal grandparents: Phillip and Diane Spani, Jim and Ruby Blair.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, December 9, 2023, at the Leffler Funeral Home of Benton. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Saturday at the Leffler Funeral Home.

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

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

Charles Dwight Moore Jr, 91, passed away on December 4, 2023 at Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana, Illinois.

Charles’ greatest legacy was his family. He never missed an opportunity to be with his family and extended family. He never missed a softball game, baseball game, or soccer game of his children or grandchildren. He loved his family fiercely and was as comfortable playing with GI Joes or Barbie with the grandchildren,

He was born on July 15, 1932 in Benton, Illinois the son of Charles & Bonnie (Shaw) Moore Sr. He married Patsy Parkhill on February 8, 1954 in Benton, IL.

Charles is survived by his wife, Patsy; daughters- Katherine Johnston (Kim) of Tamms, IL, Karen Edwards of Champaign, IL; three grandchildren, Amelia K. (Michael) Rinehart, Tyler W. Johnston and Aaron C. Edwards

He is preceded by his parents, Charles D. Moore Sr. and Bonnie (Shaw) Moore, son Kerry Alan Moore, brothers- Robert Z. Moore, Frank W. Moore & Jesse R Moore; sisters- Juanita M. Scrutchfield & Francis Rose Marie Schockley.

Charles was a Yeoman Second Class in the Navy where he received the Good Conduct medal, Korean Service Medal, United Nations Service Medal & National Defense Service Medal. He attended Southern Illinois University with a bachelor’s degree in history.

Charles worked over 30 years in law enforcement for both the University of Illinois and state of Illinois. He was a member of Webber Street Church of Christ & American Legion Post.

Visitation will be held from 11:00 PM to 12:00 PM on Friday, December 8, 2023, at Renner-Wikoff Chapel, 1900 Philo Road, Urbana, IL 61802. A second visitation & service will be held at 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM on Saturday, December 9, 2023 at Pate Funeral Home & Crematory, 301 S. Main Street, Benton, IL 62812.

Graveside Services will be held at 11:15 AM following the visitation at Masonic & Odd Fellows Cemetery, 12740 Oddfellow Lane, Benton, Il, with Billy Moore will be officiating and military rites by the Benton American Legion Post 280, VFW Post 2671 and the United States Navy Honors Team.

Condolences may be made at patefh.com

Dale Vernon Rose, 83, of Sesser, Illinois (long-time Benton resident) passed away at his home at 3:00 A.M. on December 1, 2023, surrounded by his family.

He had been sick and, in the hospital, quite a bit this year. Three weeks ago, he decided he was ready to go home, both figuratively and literally. His family was fortunate enough to be able to grant his final wish to come home.

Dale was born on January 23, 1939 to Vernon and Mary Rose in Whittington, Illinois. He was a 1956 graduate of Benton High School. He graduated Spears College in Shelbyville, Illinois in 1958 with a degree in Business. Dale was the owner and operator of Rose’s Phillips 66 Service Station located on West Main Street in Benton.

He married Judy (McGuire) Rose on April 9, 1960 and together they had a son Jeff, and a daughter Pamela.

Dale was always a very hard worker, but also found time to be an avid golfer and bowler. Being a skilled mechanic, after retirement, Dale worked with his brother-in-law Elmer Brookins repairing lawn mowers. In his later years, he enjoyed working on his yard, mowing his and his daughter Pam’s lawn, watching sporting events and most of all spending time with his 3 Granddaughters. They were the absolute joy of his life and he was so proud of each of them!

Dale is survived by his wife of 63 years Judy Rose; His son Jeff (Tricia) Rose; daughter Pamela (Kevin deLatour); granddaughters Elizabeth (Zach) Harwell, Janie (Cole Rector) McMurray and Kimber McMurray. He is also survived by nephews Dale (Penny) Brookins and Ron (Susan) Brookins.

Dale was preceded in death by his parents, sister Jane (Elmer) Brookins and grandson Grant Rose.

Visitation will be from 11:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. on Friday, December 8th at the Morton & Johnston Funeral Home in Benton. Service will follow the visitation officiated by Pastor Dr. Kurt Sanders. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Jude Children Research Hospital.
For more information or to send online condolences please visit www.mortonjohnstonfuneralhome.com

Roy Lee McCain Sr., 79, of Freeburg, IL passed away Thursday evening November 30, 2023.

Roy was born on January 6, 1944 in East St. Louis, IL the son of Hubert & Marie (Crossen) McCain.

Mr. McCain is survived by his:
Daughter: Misty (Randy) Brooks
Son: Roy (Tanya) McCain
Daughter: Crystal (Jeff) Luttrell
2 Brothers:
William (Bill) McCain
Hubert (Sonnie) McCain
3 Sisters:
Trish (John) Morrow
Gail-Ann (Wally) Hundall
Frieda (Buhler) McCain
13 Grandchildren
12 Great-Grandchildren
2 Great-Great-Grandchildren
Many Nieces & Nephews

Mr. McCain was preceded in death by his Parents, 6 Brothers-James & Pat (Bova), Thomas, Wendell, Robert, Cletus, Benny McCain, 1 Sister-Deloris (Chassey) McCain, Son-in-law-Randy Brooks, Great-Grandson Anthony McDonald and Sister-in-law-Sue McCain.

Graveside funeral services will be held at 12:00 P.M. Noon on Wednesday, December 6th at the Ebenezer Cemetery in Galatia with Rev. Mark Minor officiating. Burial will follow. There will be No Visitation, those attending the service are asked to meet at the cemetery.
For more information or to send online condolences please visit www.mortonjohnstonfuneralhome.com

Paul Albert Lane, 79, of Christopher, passed away on Thursday November 30, 2023 at his home.

He was born on June 11, 1944 in Milford, IL to Goble and Enda (Collins) Lane. He married Lucille (Hedges) Lane on June 30, 1971 and she survives of Christopher.

He is also survived by his children Kimberly (Ron) McGhee of Cleburn, Kristina (Raymond) Curtis of Sesser, Kathy Kirkpatrick of Christopher, Goble (Brenda) Lane of North Carolina and Matthew (Misty) Lane of Christopher; 15 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandson and another on the way.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one son Paul Lane Jr and two sisters Ruth Ann Cruse and Wanda Stenson.

Paul was a truck driver and a United States Army Veteran serving during the Vietnam War.

Graveside services will be on Monday December 4, 2023 at 10:00 AM at the Harrison Cemetery with Brother Jason Todd officiating. Visitation will be on Sunday December 3, 2023 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at the Gilbert Funeral Home in Christopher.

For more information go to our website www.gilbertfuneralhomes.com

Heaven gained a new little Angel, Milo Zander Bell on Sunday, November 26, 2023, at SSM Good Samaritan Hospital in Mount Vernon, IL.

Milo leaves behind his loving parents, Nicholas Brewer and Jessica Bell of McLeansboro; his big brother, Cayden and many family members and friends who loved him dearly.

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

Please keep Milo’s family in your thoughts and prayers as they need comfort at this difficult time.

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