Marion F. Powenski

Mr. Marion Frank Powenski, age 93, of Benton, passed away at 12:05 p.m. Saturday, December 28, 2024, at the Benton Healthcare and Rehabilitation of Benton, IL.

His wishes are to be cremated, with no public services.

Leffler Funeral Home of Benton; is in charge of the cremation arrangements.

Mr. Powenski was born on June 12, 1931, in Benton, IL; the son of Mike Powenski and Helen (Shibovich) Powenski. On May 12, 1956, he married the former Merlene Eickleman, together they shared 67 years of marriage, until her passing on February 2, 2024.

Marion worked as a meter reader with CIPS Electric (now Ameren). He enjoyed attending Benton Ranger sporting events, especially basketball. He loved visiting with people, his son Mike said, “he was a people person that enjoyed helping others”.

Marion was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church of Benton.

He is survived by a daughter Linda Powenski of Benton, IL; a son Mike Powenski and wife Cindy of Johnston City, IL; three grandchildren: John Gouge, Jr. and wife Rebecca of Kalamazoo, MI, Adam Gouge of Iowa, Natosha Plumlee and husband Bryan of Valier, IL; seven great-grandchildren: Ava, Aiden, Deacon, Michael, Faith, Castiel, and Nyla.

Mr. Powenski was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, two sisters Rose and Ann, five brothers: John, Stanley, Mike, Louis and Leo.

Memorial contributions in memory of Marion may be made to the Benton Healthcare Resident Activity Fund, and will be accepted at the Leffler Funeral Home, 401 East Main Street, Benton, IL 62812.

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