Londus George Bettenhausen, age 91 of Manhattan, passed away on June 20th, 2024, with his loving family at his side. Survived by his devoted wife Elsie (nee Bazzani) Bettenhausen of 53 years, his son Steve (Susie) Bettenhausen, and grandchildren Jacob and Sara Bettenhausen. Preceded in death by his parents, Elmer and Sadie (nee Subbert) Bettenhausen, his sister Muriel and brother-in-law Steve Kokas.

Londus graduated from Peotone High School. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict following his graduation. He worked on the family farm his whole life and had a passion for tractors and farming. Along with their own, he contributed to many surrounding farms and always lent a helping hand to others in need. He worked for Farm Services (F.S) in the Will and DuPage County branches as well, where he sold and delivered propane and propane accessories. Londus loved collecting coins and toy tractors, and he enjoyed watching Westerns and game shows with Elsie. He was proud to tend their land between gardening and mowing. He was also a long-time member of the Manhattan United Methodist Church.

Visitation for Londus will take place on Friday, June 28 from 4:00-7:00 P.M. with Service at 7:00 P.M. at Forsythe Gould Funeral Home. Interment will take place the following day, Saturday, June 29, beginning with prayers at the funeral home at 10:00 A.M. then processing to Green Garden Green View Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Forsythe Gould Funeral Home, 507 S. State St., Manhattan, IL 60442, 815-478-3321, www.forsythegouldfh.com.