Benjamin Stork

WATERLOO, Ill. — Benjamin J. "Ben" Stork, 42, of Waterloo died Nov. 28, 2021, in Town and Country, Missouri.

He was born March 30, 1979, in St. Louis.

He is survived by his wife, Stacy Stork (nee Macke); children, Griffin and Owen Stork; father, Roy Stork; sister, Sarah (Kevin) Chudd; mother-in-law, Theresa (Mitch) Jackson; father-in-law, Greg (Darla) Macke; sisters-in-law; brothers-in-law; nieces; nephews; aunts; uncles; and cousins.

He is preceded in death by his mother, Sharon E. Stork (nee Schewe); grandparents, Earl and Ardell Schewe and Henry and Veranda Stork.

Ben attended Hope Christian Church in Columbia, Illnois. He was a member of Monroe County Farm Bureau, supporter of Strong Hold Ministries -- Texas and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and he was passionate about family and farming. To those who knew him, Ben was the definition of hard work, determination and kindness. Selfless and loving, he gave himself fully to his family, his faith, and his community. He was always willing to help someone in need and provide encouragement. Ben was a very loving husband and father. His legacy will live on through his children.

As an expression of sympathy (in lieu of flowers) the family prefers memorial contributions to: Family wishes

Memorial visitation will be held 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday at Hope Christian Church in Columbia.

A celebration of life will be held at 6:30 p.m. Thursday at the church with pastor Darrell Jones officiating.

Quernheim Funeral Home in Waterloo is in charge of arrangements.