Patrick Dempsey

Patrick Dempsey obituary, Benton, IL

Patrick Dempsey

Patrick Dempsey Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Morton and Johnston Funeral Home on Jan. 7, 2026.
Patrick Dempsey, 72, of Benton passed away at his home Tuesday morning January 6, 2026.

He was born in Harrisburg, IL on May 18, 1953 the son of Kenneth & Syble (Milburn) Dempsey.

He married Kay (Midkiff) on April 7, 2007.

Mr. Dempsey was a dedicated Miner. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather.

Mr. Dempsey is survived by his:

Wife: Kay Dempsey of Benton

2 Daughters:

Jennifer Tucker & husband Kenny of Perryville, MO

Sarah Kelly of Christopher

2 Step-Daughters:

Amanda Skobel & husband Tony of Whittington

Leah Clem & husband Nathan of Clarksville, TN

11 Grandchildren: Drake, Ariana, Doug, Laird, Londyn, Nadia, Emma, Noah, Kaden, Jayce, Sawyer

1 Great-Granddaughter: Rori

2 Sisters:

Connie Morris & husband Ray of Benton

Janet Morris & husband John of Galatia

Mr. Dempsey was preceded in death by his Parents and 2 Nephews-Shannnon Morris & Lucas Morris.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at 2:00 P. M. on Friday, January 9th at the Morton & Johnston Funeral Home in Benton with Pastor Jeff Owens officiating. Visitation will be from 1:00 P. M. to 2:00 P. M. on Friday at the funeral home.

For more information or to send online condolences please visit www.mortonjohnstonfuneralhome.com

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