Dianne (Eldridge) Essary Obituary

Dianne (Eldridge) Essary of Benton, Illinois, born on December 23, 1946, passed away on September 29, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Dianne (Eldridge) Essary to show support.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Jimmie Eldridge and Carmel Eldridge; her husband Earl Essary; and her brother Timothy. She is survived by: her daughters, Christine Knight (Rick) and Julie Essary; her grandchildren, Ryan and Courtney Knight; and her siblings, James Eldridge (Beverly), Nancy Sims (Alan) and Mark Eldridge. She is also survived by her brothers and sisters in-law and many nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 10th 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Benton/West City Church of Christ (203 N Central St, Benton, IL 62812). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 10th 2026 at 12:00 PM at the same location.

In lieu of flowers, the family offers an option for those who desire.