BENTON – Chris A. Killam Sr., 70, died peacefully with his wife of 48 years by his side on March 16, 2021.

He was born on April 8, 1950, the son of Francis Killam and Shirley (Peavey) Inman and was the oldest of 10 siblings.

Chris worked many years as an auto body mechanic and loved spending time with his many siblings. He was a jack of all trades and any time someone needed advice on something, they went to him. His advice was always honest, whether they liked it or not.

He loved playing old country songs on his guitar and working in his gardens. He held such pride with how nice his yard and gardens always looked.

He was predeceased by his parents, Francis and wife Joan, and Shirley and husband Charlie; siblings, Barry, Mike, Kevin, Pat, Gary, John, and Bruce.

Chris is survived by his wife, Beverly; sons, Chris Mattson and partner Candy, Raymond Killam, and Chris Killam Jr. and wife Mindy; grandkids, Taylor, CJ, Alissa, Dominic, Miranda, Natalie, Abigail, Brianna, Hannah and Ryan; great-grandkids, Kenna, Kinley, Callan and Alexis; siblings, Steve Killam and wife Robin, Lindy Killam, and Paul Killam Sr; and many nieces and nephews.

There will be a graveside service in the spring at Benton Falls Cemetery with a celebration of life to follow.

The family would like to thank Northern Light Home Care and Hospice for their compassionate care.

Arrangements are in the care of the Lawry Brother’s Funeral Home, 107 Main Street, Fairfield, where condolences may be shared with the family on the obituary page of the website at http://www.familyfirstfuneralhomes.com