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Christopher Benning Obituary
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BENNING, Christopher S. 47, of Springfield, died at 3:15 p.m. on Friday, January 28, 2011 in Springfield Regional Medical Center. He was born September 28, 1963 in Springfield the son of Steve and Helen (Ferrell) Benning. He had worked as a welder at Rittal for a number of years. Survivors in addition to his parents include two sons, Zachary and Cole Benning, their mother, Darlene Benning and her parents, Don & Betty Roberts, all of Springfield; one brother, Rick Benning and his partner, David McDargh, Springfield; one sister, Patti (Benning) Ulery, Texas; several aunts and uncles and 2 special uncles Charlie and Joe Ferrell whom he shared many outdoor activities with. He was preceded in death by his maternal and paternal grandparents and a special uncle, Jerry Ferrell. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday in the CONROY FUNERAL HOME with Pastor Kirk Ross officiating. Visitation will be one and a half hours prior to the service beginning at 9:30 a.m. Burial will follow in Oakdale Cemetery, Urbana. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the St. Vincent DePaul Society.
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Memories and Condolences
for Christopher Benning
PAM KING,the late Kristine King
January 24, 2024
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Elizabeth "Betty" Bullwinkel-Reflogle
February 23, 2011
Dear Helen and Steve and Family,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss of Chris. I remember babysitting him (and Rick) in the late 60s and find it hard to believe that he is gone.
May God grant you and your family His peace and blessings as you travel this difficult road.
With His love,
Pam Carpenter
February 7, 2011
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Tom Clifford
February 3, 2011
Helen,Steve and Family:I'm so sorry to hear of your loss of Chris.You are in my thoughts and prayers.God Bless
Tom Clifford
February 3, 2011
Benning Family.
I was a neighbor to the Bennings on Bosart road, I remember making all their lives miserable because I was younger and always wanted to be with them or to aggravate them. Chris was always nice to me and let me hang out from time to time. I am so sorry for this wonderful family, May God see you through this time of pain.
Christina {Hostetter}Davis South CArolina
February 2, 2011
Dear Rick and family,
Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Much love,
Deborah Crusan & Harvey Bank
Gerry Wells
February 1, 2011
Rick I am so sorry to hear about your brother. Just wanted you to know you are in my thoughts and prayers
Anna Hoppe
February 1, 2011
Rick and family,
I am very sorry to hear of your brother's passing. Know that I am thinking of you and praying for comfort for you and your family.
Paula Butz
January 31, 2011
So sorry to hear of Chris's death. My love goes out to the family, and his sons. He was very special to me I cared alot for him...All my love to the family....Paula
Kris King
January 31, 2011
To the Benning Family my thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. Chris and I had many good times at Rittal back in the good old days. Chris always made me laugh we also had a very special friendship over the years we stayed close I miss you and you will always live forever with in my heart I love you.
Adrienne & Steve Oehlers
January 31, 2011
Dear Rick and the Benning family -thinking of you in this difficult time. Thinking of you often.
Joe Blazer
January 31, 2011
So sorry to hear of the loss of Chris he was a good friend to me during our years at Kenton Ridge.
KELLY BENNING
January 31, 2011
I'M VERY SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF CHRIS ESPECIALLY HIS TWO SONS MAY COMFORT BE IN YOUR HAPPY MEMORIES AS HE TOUCHED MANY PEOPLES HEARTS AND LIVES..MAY HE BE AT PEACE..
Cindy Buell-Fasick
January 31, 2011
Dear Benning Family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I knew Chris a long time ago and it is shocking to hear news like this. May his soul and the souls of all the faithfully departed rest in peace.
Greg Stout
January 31, 2011
To Rick and the Benning family, So sorry to hear of the loss of your brother and son. My prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Brenda Barger
January 31, 2011
Darlene, Zach and Cole, I was shocked to hear of Chris' passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Know that God is with you as you go through this trial and that he will be there for you always.
January 30, 2011
My dear Helen - I am so very sorry for the loss of your son. My heart is aching for you, and may Gods perpetual light shine upon Christopher.
Blessings to you and your family
Bonnie Schutte
Bonnie Nangle (Arnold)
January 30, 2011
To Helen, Steve, and the Benning family, I was so sorry to hear of your loss and though I can't be there, my thoughts are with all of you.
January 30, 2011
Chris,
Thanks for all the laughs we had at work. You will be greatly missed by everyone. The old Rittal gang will never be the same now.
Gary Pennington
Robert Carr
January 30, 2011
Rick & The Benning Family, I Am So Sorry For Your Loss. My Thoughts And prayers Are With You.
Ken, Marie, Cindy Arnold
January 30, 2011
So sorry for your loss. We wish we could all be there for you. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Debby Naughton
January 30, 2011
My thoughts are with Chris' family and friends. He will be missed.
Brian Haulman
January 30, 2011
Chris,
You will be missed. We had some good times old buddy.
You was a great person who would give the shirt off your back to help others out.
Happy Shooting............
We will miss you dude. You was part of the old Rittal gang..
Brian Haulman
Angie Powers
January 30, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with Chris's family. Chris was a good man and he will be missed.
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