The community of Ottawa, Illinois is mourning the death of Terry Bentz Jr., a Marseilles resident whose passing has left family, friends, and loved ones in deep grief.
Terry, who has died, was originally from Ottawa and connected to Ottawa Township High School District 140 before building his life in nearby Marseilles. His life remained rooted close to home, where he formed lasting relationships and stayed connected to the people and places that mattered most to him.
He was also the partner of Christy Lyn, a relationship that reflected an important part of his personal life. Those closest to him remember someone who was present in everyday moments—through conversations, shared routines, and time spent together that now carries more meaning after his passing.
Terry Bentz Jr.’s obituary reflects a life shaped by connection and familiarity. Though he has passed away, he is remembered across Ottawa and Marseilles for the role he played in the lives of others and the absence now felt in the spaces he once filled.