Benjamin F. Neal, 91, of Peoria, passed away Tuesday, August 17, 2021 at Aperion Care Center.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Seals-Campbell Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

He was born February 8, 1930, in Peoria, to Benjamin H. and Edna V. (Calear) Neal.  He married Betty A. Bennett of Seneca, who preceded him in death in 2014.

He was employed by Caterpillar in East Peoria for 45 years until his retirement. He enjoyed camping with his family and his beloved dog, Lucky.

He is survived by his children, Sherry (Rodney) Orsburn of Seneca, Brenda (Gene Atkins) Hinton, and Brad (Donna) Neal, both of TX; five grandchildren, James (Kelly) Neal, Patience (Ivan) Osrburn, Jared Hinton, Tawna, and Stephanie; three great-grandchildren and one more due in October; and one sister, Lois W. Clauson of Peoria.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty; two sons, David and Benny Allen Neal; one grandson, Myles Hinton; three sisters; and one brother.

Seals-Campbell Funeral Home

1009 E. Bluff St., Marseilles, IL 61341

815-795-5151 www.sealscampbell.com