Benny E. Rains Sr. Obituary
The memory of Benny E. Rains Sr. of Millstadt, Illinois, born in Pomona, Illinois, who passed away on December 6, 2025 at the age of 87, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his sisters, Wanda, Donna and Alta. He is survived by: his wife Mary F. Rains (Hayden); his children, Lisa Stern (Mike), Michelle Green (Randy), Leslie Hubbs (John), Benny Rains, Jr. (Jamie) and Jason Rains (Cindy); and his brother Dale Rains. He is also survived by 12 grand children, 6 great grand children, many nieces, nephews, extended family.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 14th 2025 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Hoffen Funeral Home (220 W Washington St, Millstadt, IL 62260). A funeral service will be held on Sunday, December 14th 2025 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the same location. A graveside service will be held on Sunday, December 14th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the Mt. Evergreen Cemetery North Polk (325 N Polk St, Millstadt, IL 62260).
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to: St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital http://www.stjude.org or by mail to 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN. 38105 or to Samaritan's Purse http://www.samaritanpurse.org or by mail to PO Box 3000, Boone, NC. 28607. Donation envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
