Ricki A. Benton's Obituary
Decatur-Ricky A. Benton, 59, of Decatur passed away in his home Thursday, March 3, 2011.
Per his request cremation rites have been accorded. A service to celebrate his life will be held at a later date.
Ricki was born July 19 1951 in Decatur, Illinois the son of Lester Benton and Alice Odom. Ricki was a loving son and was a wonderful wood worker.
Left behind on this earth to cherish his memory are his mother, daughter; Micha Williamson and husband Jason, of Springfield Mo, sister; Ramona Diane Grubaugh of Noreen, TN, aunt; Betty Thompson of Decatur, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Ricki was greeted into Heaven by his grandparents and 2 brothers.
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