Marilyn Jean Murphy, age 70, of Benton, passed away on Friday, March 20, 2026, at her home in Benton, IL.

Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, April 10, 2026, at the St. Joseph Catholic Church of Benton, with Rev. Father Urban Osuji officiating.

The Leffler Funeral Home of Benton is in charge of the arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Francis Care Animal Shelter, 6228 Country Club Road, Murphysboro, IL 62966.

Due to Marilyn’s love for pink, if you feel so inclined, please wear something pink to her services on Friday. She would have liked this.

To give online condolences to the family, or to share memories of Marilyn, go to www.lpfuneralhome.com.