James Edward Chism, 88, of Benton, passed away on Monday, May 23, 2022, at Saline Memorial Hospital. Ed was born on June 7, 1933, to the late Vernon and Cordia Cody Chism. He is survived by his wife of 71 years, Ruth along with three children, nine grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, three brothers and two sisters. Visitation service will be from 1-2 p.m., on Friday, May 27, at Ashby Funeral Home in Benton with funeral service to follow at 2 p.m. Burial service will follow at Social Hill Cemetery on Highway 35 South, Benton. Online guestbook at: www.ashbyfuneralhome.com

Published May 26, 2022