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Acheron D. L. Massey, 3, of Benton passed away on Friday, June 27, 2025.
Acheron was born in Carbondale, IL on January 25, 2022 the son of John & April Dawn (McGlasson) Massey.
Acheron was such a happy boy who loved to run around and play. He loved "Baby Shark", dinosaurs and playing with cars and aggravating his sister.
Acheron is survived by his:
Mother: April Massey & fiancé Richard
Father: John Massey & fiancée Dusty
Sister: Jaylyn Massey
Grandparents:
Jennifer & Anthony Bell
Tracy & Robert Brooks
Great-Grandparents: Jerry & Wendy McGlasson
Great-Grandparent: David Smith
Great-Grandpa: Alva
Great-Grandparents: Cindy & Ray
Step-Siblings: Bianca, Junior & Hunter
Special Uncle: Jamie McGlasson & fiancée Rachel
Great-Aunt: Melissa McGlasson
Several Aunts, Uncles, Cousins & Friends
A Celebration of Life service will be held on Thursday, July 3rd at 7:00 P.M. at the Morton & Johnston Funeral Home in Benton with Jamie McGlasson officiating. Visitation will be after 5:00 P.M. on Thursday at the funeral home.
The family asks that everyone attending please wear something blue because that was Acheron's favorite color.
For more information or to send online condolences please visit www.johnstonfuneralhome.com
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