One of my favorite people. So kind during my time at the paper and beyond. Ben loved God, his family, his country, and his friends like no other. Deepest sympathy to his family. God bless you all in the days ahead.

thank you Sir for all you taught me and what you did for all . o the memories

Our sympathies to Ben's family.

Ben and Mary used to babysit me as a little girl and I had the privilege of having Ben as my music teacher at South School! His love for music is amazing and inspired my love to music too. LOVE the 5 Little Pumpkin song and game in music class. Ben was always so nice and always smiling!! Prayers to Mary and his family.

Mary my prayers are with you and your family. Ben will be missed. I thank you and Ben for being such beautiful friends to my mom and dad. I love you let me know if there is anything I can do.

Brent & Jean

Definitely one of the special ones from CHS. Our sincere condolences to all!

Our sympathies to Ben's family.

We will always remember... He was one of a kind and will be missed by all that even came close to knowing his personality. Our thoughts are with the Family during this time.

Thinking of and saying a prayer for the family. Ben will be greatly missed by many. Don & Penny Baldes

Ben was a wonderful man. All of Carlinville will miss him! May God give you all peace and comfort during this time!