Richard "Dick" Joseph Benson's Obituary
Richard “Dick” Joseph Benson, 77, of Pana, formerly of Decatur, passed away Saturday, December 8, 2018, at Pana Community Hospital.
Dick was born December 30, 1940, in Decatur, IL to Gilbert James and Virginia Charlene (Ramsay) Benson. He proudly served in the United States Air Force. Dick loved animals and enjoyed the outdoors.
He is survived by his son, Scott Charles Benson; his daughter, Carol Ann Benson; two brothers, David W. Benson and Gilbert Benson; four sisters, Jacqui Benson, Peggy Ryder, Patty Benson and Cindy D. Ellis; special niece and caretaker, Heather Heckman; many nieces, nephews and cousins; and special friend, Pam Blazer.
He was preceded in death by his father, Gilbert Benson; his mother, Virginia Conant; and one brother, Danny Benson.
Honoring Dick Benson’s wishes, cremation services will be provided by the Moran & Goebel Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 2801 N. Monroe St. Decatur, IL. Graveside services will be 11 a.m. Friday, December 21, 2018, at Camp Butler National Cemetery in Springfield, IL. Please view the online obituary, send condolences, and share memories at www.moranandgoebel.com.
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