William Bennett Root Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of William Bennett Root of Red Bud, Illinois, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on March 12, 2026 at the age of 41. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of William Bennett Root to pay them a last tribute.
In the quiet moments of reflection, let us honor William's memory by embracing the beauty of each fleeting moment, knowing that his spirit resides in the eternal tapestry of existence, forever woven into the fabric of our hearts.
He was predeceased by: his father Douglas Earl; and his grandparents, Bennett, Mary Roodhouse, Bill and Mary Jean Root.
He is survived by: his mother Carol Anne Root; his siblings, Tim and Mariha Root Prairie (Buddy Johnson); and his niece Ariha Root Prairie.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in William's memory to The Nature Conservancy (http://www.nature.org) to honor his love of nature, fishing, and the outdoors.
