Richard Mark Weisel, 69, of Benton, passed away at 8:23 A.M., Sunday, June 11, 2023 at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh, IN.
Richard was a retired machinist.  His hobbies included anything done outdoors including hunting, fishing, gardening or playing with his beloved Pit Bull "Bubba".  Richard was everyone's go-to fix it man when they needed anything.  He was always willing to lend a helping hand.
He was born November 30, 1953 at the Marshall Browning Hospital in Du Quoin, IL, the son of Richard Clarence and Ruby Marie (Knapp) Weisel.
He married Arlene Winemiller on December 27, 1980 in Benton, IL and she survives.
He is survived by his wife of Benton, two sons - Jason Lee Weisel of Avon, IN and Richard Matthew Weisel of West Frankfort, one daughter - Alexis Rose Weisel (Anthony Leon) of West Frankfort, two grandsons - Donovan and Tanner Weisel, one granddaughter - Kaylie Madison Weisel, three sisters - Rose Etta Knapp and husband Jack of Tamaroa, Ruth Ann Keller and husband Gene of Neosho, MO, and Reta Miller and husband Steve of Pinckneyville, and one brother-in-law - Donald Winemiller of Benton.  Also surviving are several nieces and nephews, three of which were raised in his home as his children rather than nieces and nephew.  One very special niece - Tracy Bruns and her daughter Ashley Campbell have been a tremendous help and blessing during this trial.
He will be very sadly missed by all who loved him.
He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister - Ruby Lee Newton and one brother - Randy Merle Weisel.
Richard's wishes were to have graveside services with no open casket for viewing.
Graveside services will be at 2:00 P.M., Saturday, June 17, 2023 at the Antioch Cemetery in Tamaroa with Rev. Joseph Crowe officiating.
Those attending the service are asked to go directly to the cemetery.  The service is open to the public for anyone to attend.
Burial will be in the Antioch Cemetery in Tamaroa.
In lieu of flowers, memorials and contributions may be made to Remnant Bible Church Restoration Fund and will be accepted at the funeral home.
Searby Funeral Home in Du Quoin is in charge of arrangements.