Kirby E. Williams Obituary
We bid farewell to Kirby E. Williams of Benton, Illinois, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on March 16, 2026 at the age of 74. Kirby touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, James T. Williams and Katheryn R. Williams (Crisp); and his brother James A. Williams. He is survived by: his wife Paula Baumgarte; his sons, Wade Williams and Brent Williams; his grandchildren, Taylor Williams (Matthew Tepovich), Tyler Williams (Casey), Tanner Williams (Isaiah) and Kaytee Williams; his great grandchildren, Jaxson, Bella, Erik and Tinsley; his sister Peggy Poole (Mike); his sisters-in-law, Valorie Williams and Marilyn Conner; his niece Natalee Poindexter (Conner); and his nephews, Jared Conner, Justin Poole and Andy Poole.
Memorials may be made to the Linda E. White Hospice House or Benton Community High School Athletic Department and will be accepted at the funeral home.
