Obituaries

Chad A. Bent

July 19th, 1977 – December 27th, 2023

Chad A. Bent, 46, of Astoria, IL, passed away at 11:35 am on Wednesday, December 27, 2023 at his home. He was born on July 19, 1977 in Rushville, IL, the son of Dickie and Sandra (Creech) Bent. Chad married Michelle Storr on July 6, 2019 in Fulton County, IL. She survives.

Also surviving are his four sons; Andrew Bent of Lewistown, IL, Charlie Bent of Astoria, Zain Pemberton of Havana, IL, and Cooper Bent of Astoria, two bonus sons, one bonus daughter, parents; Dickie and Sandy Bent of Browning, IL, one brother; Caleb (and Jennifer) Bent of Astoria, and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

He is preceded in death by his grandparents on both sides of his family.

Chad worked in Server Management at Western Illinois University. He previously worked at Spoon River College, Lewistown School District, JBS in Beardstown, IL, Stevens Publishing Company in Astoria, and L & N Industries in Rushville. Chad also served as a volunteer fireman for the Astoria Fire and Rescue Squad.

He enjoyed riding his motorcycle, all types of gaming, music and playing the guitar. He loved family events, especially “Bentstock”, and loved his children dearly.

Cremation rites have been accorded. A visitation will take place from 5 to 7 pm on January 3, 2024 at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made to the Astoria Fire and Rescue Squad.

Condolences

December 29th, 2023

My heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathy for your loss. Linda L Windsor

December 29th, 2023

So very sorry for you loss Chad was always smiling, happy, polite and caring. The world will be a little dimmer without him. Nicole (Musson) Westcott & family

December 29th, 2023

Our hearts go out to you and your family. Kathy Klinedinst and Dan Windsor

December 29th, 2023

I'm so sorry to hear this. While I only met him at Jen's and Caleb's wedding, Caleb and Jen spoke highly of him and I know how much Caleb enjoyed his time with Chad.

December 29th, 2023

My heartfelt sympathy to all of you. Tammy Baldry

December 29th, 2023

My condolences and deepest sympathy for your loss. You're in our thoughts and prayers. Daniel and Becky Hamm

December 29th, 2023

So very sorry to hear about Chad's passing.Prayers sent for the whole family. Sandy and Dick, thinking of you at this difficult time. Dan and Kathy Herrick

December 29th, 2023

So very sorry to hear this. My deepest condolences to Dick and Sandy and family. Toni Bent Miller

December 29th, 2023

So very sorry to hear this.

December 29th, 2023

My deepest heartfelt sympathies to you and family. Prayers said the Lord wrap you in his loving arms of comfort.

December 30th, 2023

So sorry for your loss Willard and Betty Richey and family

December 30th, 2023

Sorry to hear this. Prayers to all the family ❤️🙏💗. Brenda Little

December 30th, 2023

So sorry for your loss. Melanie and Lisa Heaton family.

December 30th, 2023

So sorry for your loss sending prayers

December 30th, 2023

So so sorry for your loss ❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏

December 30th, 2023

Chad was the best guy ever & will missed so much. Sending you all my love & prayers. I’m so sorry for your loss

December 30th, 2023

Our hearts go out to you all 🩷 so sorry for you loss

December 30th, 2023

Sorry for your loss. My Prayers are with the family. Alan Cox.

December 30th, 2023

I am so extremely sorry for your loss. While I did not know your son, I do know the heartbreak of losing one. I am available for you if you should ever want to talk. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. I pray God will give you peace and strength for the journey ahead, and the wisdom to know when to reach out to others for help. 💔🙏❤️. Darlene (Crossman) Brinkschroeder

December 30th, 2023

So sorry for your family's loss. Thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Jim and Deb Park

December 30th, 2023

Our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Chad.
Adam and Cindy McClintock

December 30th, 2023

Our sympathies go out to Sandy, Dick, Caleb and Chad’s family. I’m very sorry for your loss. Chad was a great friend and country neighbor when we were growing up.

December 30th, 2023

So sorry LINDA DERY AND FAMILY

December 30th, 2023

My sympathy to all Chad's family and friends. Carolyn Cripe

December 31st, 2023

So very sorry for the family's loss!! Prayers for all. MARSHA THOMAS

December 31st, 2023

Sandy.and dick so sorry to hear about the passing.of your son he was always smiling he will be Missed

December 31st, 2023

Michelle I’m so sorry to hear about your loss & same to chads parents. Praying for you all ♥️

January 1st, 2024

Very sorry to hear that Chad has died. He was a steady student with an inviting smile.
Rosemary Perdew

January 1st, 2024

My heart goes out to you and your family, so sad.

January 2nd, 2024

I am very sorry for your loss. Chad was a great guy that had a gift of being able to fix any electronics. He also had a great sense of humor that will be greatly missed. -Dean

January 6th, 2024

I didn't really know Chad, but my heart goes out to you at this difficult time. Sandy, Dick, Caleb and all of your family is in our prayers, Kandy and Kevin Clark