John Elko Jr. Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of John Elko Jr. (Benton, Illinois), born in Chicago, Illinois, who passed away on March 14, 2020, at the age of 77, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, John Elko and Betty Elko (Tindall); his stepmother Mary Elko; his uncle Max; his aunt Sophia Swigonski; and his siblings-in-law, Larry Stowers, William Roberts, Eddie Frost, Linda Roberts and Wanda Frost.
He is survived by: his wife Lucille Roberts of Benton; his children, Kevin Elko (Casey) of West Frankfort and Amanda (Ben Mikutis) of Benton; his grandchildren, Logan Elko, Tyson Elko and Fallyn Bradley; his brother Dave (Lynn Elko); his siblings-in-law, Jane Stowers, Carolyn McLearin (Lonnie) and Vernon Roberts; and his cousins, Tom Swigonski, Don Swigonski and Judy Evans. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
Memorial contributions be made to the family of Rev. John David Elko, Jr; to assist with funeral expenses.
