Benetta W. Ayres Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Benetta W. Ayres of Salem, Illinois, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on February 21, 2026 at the age of 87. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Benjamin Webb and Nannie Webb (Holbrook); her siblings, Norman Webb, Nolan Webb, Mary Lou Sergent and Faye Simcox; and her grandson Benjamin Andrew Lance.
She is survived by: her husband Norman Ayres; her daughters, Melodie Lance (Steve), Angie Bennett (Steve) and Beth McKowen (Chris); her grandchildren, Amanda Goodwine (Curt), Keith Bennett (Ashley), Katie Burnett (Nathan), Rebecca Kelly (Nathan), Zachary McKowen (Abby), Sarah McKowen and Lauren McKowen; and her great grandchildren, Knox, Dominick, Jasper, Campbell Faye, Briar, Brecken, Bowyn Maye, Ava, Emily and Lettie. She is also survived by nieces and nephews.
