Ora "Beth" Elizabeth Philipper, 60, of Karnak, passed away at 9:50 p.m., on Saturday, June 4, 2022, at her residence.

She was born on September 10, 1961, to Edgar D. and Tiney L. (Thompson) Bledsoe in Cairo, IL.

Beth was a very loving and caring daughter, sister, mother and aunt. She always was there for you when she was needed. She was loved by everyone and fun to be around. Beth enjoyed spending time with family, camping, gardening, watching Hallmark movies and baking.

Ora is survived by her loving mother, Tiney Bledsoe; three children, Jason Sisco, LaRonda Sisco and Madalyn Nielson; eight grandchildren, Brandon and Terry Sisco, Kayden, Jayden, Bryson, Lillian, Izabella and Atlas; four sisters, Helen Seigart, Donna Marshall, Sharon Conner and Anna Glowner; two brothers, James (Jimmy) Bledsoe and Edgar (Sonny) Bledsoe; several nieces and nephews, great-great nieces and nephews; special pet, Minnie which was her world.

She was preceded in death by her father, Edgar D. Bledsoe; husband, Joseph "Joe" P. Philipper; sister, Wanda Ward; great niece, Makayla L. Conner-Morton.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Pate Funeral Home, 301 S. Main St., Benton, IL.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, June 15, 2022, 6:00 p.m., Pate Funeral Home, Benton, IL.

Memorials contributions may be made to Pate Funeral Home to assist with funeral expenses.

Online condolences can be given at www.patefh.com.