ZEBIDIAH BENJAMIN HARRIS
BENTON, ILLINOIS
Zebidiah Benjamin Harrah, age 45, of Benton, passed away at 6:25 p.m. Saturday, February 1, 2025, at his home.
His wishes are to be cremated, with a Celebration of Life, to be held at a future date.
Leffler Funeral Home of Benton is in charge of the cremation arrangements.
Zebidiah was born on October 15, 1979, in Mt. Vernon, IL; the son of James Ray Harrah and Connie Sue (Woodward) Harrah.
He formerly worked at the Benton - West City Wal-Mart.
Zeb enjoyed fishing and fixing things. Most of all he loved his two sons.
He is survived by his two sons: Sebastian Harrah and Christian Harrah both of Benton, IL; his loving mother Connie Harrah of Benton, IL; sibling Milo Harrah-Arizmendi and husband Christian; a special cousin that was like a brother Steven Paul Meeks of Opdyke, IL; several other cousins; two aunts: Debbie Lasseigne and Donna Collins; and his dog Jezzie.
Zebidiah was preceded in death by his maternal and paternal grandparents, his father, and an aunt, Linda Meeks.
The family prefers that you plant a tree in memory of Zebidiah.
To leave condolences online to the family, or to share memories of Zebidiah, visit www.lpfuneralhome.com.
His wishes are to be cremated, with a Celebration of Life, to be held at a future date.
Leffler Funeral Home of Benton is in charge of the cremation arrangements.
Zebidiah was born on October 15, 1979, in Mt. Vernon, IL; the son of James Ray Harrah and Connie Sue (Woodward) Harrah.
He formerly worked at the Benton - West City Wal-Mart.
Zeb enjoyed fishing and fixing things. Most of all he loved his two sons.
He is survived by his two sons: Sebastian Harrah and Christian Harrah both of Benton, IL; his loving mother Connie Harrah of Benton, IL; sibling Milo Harrah-Arizmendi and husband Christian; a special cousin that was like a brother Steven Paul Meeks of Opdyke, IL; several other cousins; two aunts: Debbie Lasseigne and Donna Collins; and his dog Jezzie.
Zebidiah was preceded in death by his maternal and paternal grandparents, his father, and an aunt, Linda Meeks.
The family prefers that you plant a tree in memory of Zebidiah.
To leave condolences online to the family, or to share memories of Zebidiah, visit www.lpfuneralhome.com.
PAMELA R. BURNETT
BENTON, ILLINOIS
Mrs. Pamela R. Burnett, age 80, of Benton, passed away at 5:24 p.m., Monday, February 3, 2025, at the Franklin Hospital of Benton.
Pam was born on April 3, 1944, in Amarillo, Texas; the daughter of Gilbert Franklin Johnson and Mona Ray (Oliver) Johnson. She married Bobby Dean “Bob” Burnett on October 6, 1962. Together they shared 62 years of marriage.
She was a homemaker. Until her health failed her, she attended the Pentecostal Church of West Frankfort.
Pam was an avid reader and enjoyed going to the library. She also loved listening to music, going on drives, taking trips, and drinking a cold Pepsi.
Surviving is her loving husband Bob Burnett of Benton, IL; her children: Toni Kay Reynolds-Burnett of Benton, IL, Robin Denean Wiggins of Sevierville, TN, Jason Burnett of Benton, IL; three grandchildren: Denean Kay Riggs and husband Rev. Wesley Riggs of Knoxville, TN, Jesse Burnett of Benton, IL, Dustin Wiggins of Benton, IL; a great-grandson Aidan Riggs; a sister Becky Hatchett of West Frankfort, IL; several nieces and nephews; and her fur baby Rascal.
She was preceded in death by her parents, two infant daughters: Tammy Romain Burnett and Angela Marie Burnett, siblings: Cheryl Ray Johnson, Raynelle Stover, Randy Johnson.
Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, February 8, 2025, at the Leffler Funeral Home of Benton, IL, with Rev. Wesley Riggs officiating. Entombment will follow in the Masonic & Odd Fellows Cemetery of Benton, IL. Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Saturday at the Leffler Funeral Home of Benton.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Benton Public Library and will be accepted at the funeral home.
To leave online condolences to the family, or to share memories of Pam, visit www.lpfuneralhome.com.
Pam was born on April 3, 1944, in Amarillo, Texas; the daughter of Gilbert Franklin Johnson and Mona Ray (Oliver) Johnson. She married Bobby Dean “Bob” Burnett on October 6, 1962. Together they shared 62 years of marriage.
She was a homemaker. Until her health failed her, she attended the Pentecostal Church of West Frankfort.
Pam was an avid reader and enjoyed going to the library. She also loved listening to music, going on drives, taking trips, and drinking a cold Pepsi.
Surviving is her loving husband Bob Burnett of Benton, IL; her children: Toni Kay Reynolds-Burnett of Benton, IL, Robin Denean Wiggins of Sevierville, TN, Jason Burnett of Benton, IL; three grandchildren: Denean Kay Riggs and husband Rev. Wesley Riggs of Knoxville, TN, Jesse Burnett of Benton, IL, Dustin Wiggins of Benton, IL; a great-grandson Aidan Riggs; a sister Becky Hatchett of West Frankfort, IL; several nieces and nephews; and her fur baby Rascal.
She was preceded in death by her parents, two infant daughters: Tammy Romain Burnett and Angela Marie Burnett, siblings: Cheryl Ray Johnson, Raynelle Stover, Randy Johnson.
Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, February 8, 2025, at the Leffler Funeral Home of Benton, IL, with Rev. Wesley Riggs officiating. Entombment will follow in the Masonic & Odd Fellows Cemetery of Benton, IL. Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Saturday at the Leffler Funeral Home of Benton.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Benton Public Library and will be accepted at the funeral home.
To leave online condolences to the family, or to share memories of Pam, visit www.lpfuneralhome.com.
CAROLYN MARGARET HART
BENTON, ILLINOIS
Mrs. Carolyn Margaret Hart, age 93, of Benton, passed away at 8:01 a.m. Monday, January 27, 2025, at the Deaconess Midtown Hospital of Evansville, Indiana.
Carolyn was born on November 18, 1931, in Lincoln, Illinois, the daughter of Paul Coddington and Genevieve (Stufflebeam) Coddington.
She attended the University of Illinois where her family said she obtained her “MRS degree” on December 23, 1951, when she married Richard Odum Hart. Together they would share 67 years of marriage, until his death on March 12, 2018.
Mrs. Hart was the former owner and operator of Hart’s Gold Star Hallmark on the Benton Public Square, which was known for Hallmark cards, Mikasa Crystal, wedding registries, Hallmark ornaments, and Fannie May Candies.
She was also a former Cub Scout and Brownie’s Leader. She was a member of the First Christian Church and the Franklin Hospital Auxiliary both of Benton.
Carolyn enjoyed reading, spending time with her grandkids and great-grandkids, and cooking. She was known for her homemade toffee and peanut brittle. Her sons said she had her own style of fashion and design, and she always took good care of her husband.
Carolyn loved spending time enjoying the sunsets at her condominium in Gasparilla Island, Florida.
Surviving are her two sons: Murphy C. Hart and wife Jody of Benton, Paul R. Hart and wife Kim of Tampa, FL; three grandchildren: Ryan Hart of Dallas, TX, Caleb Hart of Benton, IL, Ali Herndon and husband Dallas of Tampa, FL; three great-grandchildren: Ruby age 7, Bennett age 5 and Brooks age 3; and two beloved nieces Cindy Beebe of Salt Lake City, Utah, Julie Fisher and husband Dan of Eagan, Minnesota.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, an infant daughter Jennifer Hart, and a sister Ruth Joan “Joie” (Coddington) Johnson.
Memorial contributions may be made to the First Christian Church or to the Benton Ministerial Alliance Food Pantry and will be accepted at the funeral home.
To give condolences online to the family, or to share memories of Carolyn, visit www.lpfuneralhome.com.
Carolyn was born on November 18, 1931, in Lincoln, Illinois, the daughter of Paul Coddington and Genevieve (Stufflebeam) Coddington.
She attended the University of Illinois where her family said she obtained her “MRS degree” on December 23, 1951, when she married Richard Odum Hart. Together they would share 67 years of marriage, until his death on March 12, 2018.
Mrs. Hart was the former owner and operator of Hart’s Gold Star Hallmark on the Benton Public Square, which was known for Hallmark cards, Mikasa Crystal, wedding registries, Hallmark ornaments, and Fannie May Candies.
She was also a former Cub Scout and Brownie’s Leader. She was a member of the First Christian Church and the Franklin Hospital Auxiliary both of Benton.
Carolyn enjoyed reading, spending time with her grandkids and great-grandkids, and cooking. She was known for her homemade toffee and peanut brittle. Her sons said she had her own style of fashion and design, and she always took good care of her husband.
Carolyn loved spending time enjoying the sunsets at her condominium in Gasparilla Island, Florida.
Surviving are her two sons: Murphy C. Hart and wife Jody of Benton, Paul R. Hart and wife Kim of Tampa, FL; three grandchildren: Ryan Hart of Dallas, TX, Caleb Hart of Benton, IL, Ali Herndon and husband Dallas of Tampa, FL; three great-grandchildren: Ruby age 7, Bennett age 5 and Brooks age 3; and two beloved nieces Cindy Beebe of Salt Lake City, Utah, Julie Fisher and husband Dan of Eagan, Minnesota.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, an infant daughter Jennifer Hart, and a sister Ruth Joan “Joie” (Coddington) Johnson.
Memorial contributions may be made to the First Christian Church or to the Benton Ministerial Alliance Food Pantry and will be accepted at the funeral home.
To give condolences online to the family, or to share memories of Carolyn, visit www.lpfuneralhome.com.
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Marty, Alisa, Zeb, and Delaney Leffler