Joyce Bentz's obituary , Passed away on January 9, 2026 in Kankakee, Illinois

Joyce Bentz

April 27, 1931 - January 9, 2026 (94 years old)

Kankakee, Illinois

Joyce Bentz's obituary , Passed away on January 9, 2026 in Kankakee, Illinois

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Joyce Bentz

April 27, 1931 - January 9, 2026 (94 years old)

Kankakee, Illinois

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Joyce Bentz Obituary

The world bids farewell to Joyce Bentz of Kankakee, Illinois, departing on January 9, 2026 at the age of 94. Joyce leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Noah Frederick and Florence Archer Frederick; her husband Dr. Herman D. Bentz; her son Matthew Bentz; her sons-in-law, Glenn "Chip" Lantz and Phillip Southan; and her siblings, Jeanine Handjani and Paul Frederick.

She is survived by: her children, Pamela Nottke (Alan) of Bourbonnais, Steven Bentz (Dianne) of Coon Rapids, MN, David Bentz of Brooklyn Park, MN, Wendy Lantz of Fullerton, CA and Janelle Southan of Elkins, AR; her daughter-in-law Renita Bentz-Miller; and her sister Marvalee Morris of Denver, CO. She is also survived by eighteen grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Memorials may be made to Uplifted Care.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Clancy Gernon Funeral Homes



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