Ben Wykes

Ben Wykes, 44, of Plano passed away Monday, January 1, 2024 at his home. He was born September 30, 1979 in Aurora, IL, the son of John A. and Christine L. (Hansen) Wykes. He married Emily J. Halbesma on March 29, 2018 in Yorkville, IL. There aren’t enough words to describe a man like Ben. Professionally, he was very valued due to his knowledge, bravery, and ability. Ben was a problem solver that enjoyed being there for others. Ben proudly served in the US Army from 2003 to 2007. His deep love of helping others led him to be kind, patient, and very talkative. Everywhere Ben went he could strike up a conversation with just about anyone. He never met a stranger, just a friend he hadn’t met yet. If you spent any time with Ben, you heard no less than ten jokes. Ben was an amazing role model, husband, father, son, brother, and friend, he will be deeply missed.

He is survived by his wife, Emily; his parents, John and Christine; his children, Tyler, Noah, and Jack; his brother, Clay (Amy) Wykes; his mother-in-law, Laurie (Fred) Bridge; his father-in-law, Steve (Michelle) Halbesma; his niece, Melaina (Paul) Hoving; his nephew, Cody Wykes; his great-niece, Charlie; his great-nephew, Solomon; his beloved dog, Fancy; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, in-laws, and friends.

He was preceded in death by his twin brothers, John and Josh Wykes and his grandparents, Albert and Phyllis Wykes and Bob and Bonnie Hansen.

Visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, January 5, 2024 at Burkhart-Eighner Funeral Home in Sandwich IL. Memorial Services will be private and Ben will be laid to rest at Little Rock Township Cemetery in Plano, In Lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the family for the future education of Ben’s children. For more information or to sign the online guest book, go to www.EighnerFuneralHomes.com

Burkhart-Eighner Funeral Home
606 E. Arnold Rd.
Sandwich, IL 60548
815-786-2165