Franklin D. R. Benson, Sr.

Obituary For Franklin D. R. Benson, Sr.

Franklin D.R. Benson, Sr. Was born May 17, 1933 in Spartanburg County, SC to the late Mr. & Mrs. Roosevelt & Dollie Cooper Benson. He entered into eternal rest on January 9, 2020 at the age of 86.

Deacon Benson was a member of the Travelers Rest Missionary Baptist Church of Spartanburg, SC. A graduate of New Bethel High School - Woodruff, SC. He retired from Carolina Freight Carriers.

Brother Benosn leaves to cherish fond and loving memories his wife Mrs. Fannie Benson of Woodruff, SC; one daughter, Mrs. Blondell (James) Nesbitt of Greenville, SC; one son, Rev. Dr. F. Delano R. (Brender) Benson, Jr. of St. Louis, MO; four Grandchildren, six Great-Grandchildren; and a host of loving family members and friends.

The Homegoing Celebration for Deacon Benson will be on Sunday, January 12, 2020 at 2:00 pm. The body will be placed in the sanctuary at 1:00 PM. The family will receive visitation at the home in Woodruff, SC. Please keep the Benson Family in your prayers.



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A wonderful neighbor for 45 years, we shared an attitude of mutual respect and appreciation for each other's views and experiences. This world lost a good man.

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Sympathy extended to the family of Frank. I will miss him. Thank you for good childhood memories going to vacation bible school and your contagious laughter. Its always too soon. May the Lord continue to wrap his loving arms around Fannie and sustain the family.

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

- J.W. WOODWARD FH