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Obituary For Ronnie Floyd Benson

BENSON, Ronnie Floyd age 69 of McDonough, passed away on Thursday, March 3, 2022. The Graveside Celebration of Life service will be held on Friday, March 18, 2022 at 10AM in the National Cemetery, Canton, GA.

Maj. Ronnie Floyd Benson (Ret), 69, entered eternal rest on Thursday, March 3, 2022, at his home in McDonough, Georgia. He was born on August 19,1952 to Floyd and Marie Benson of Forrest City, Arkansas. He graduated from Lincoln High School in 1970, and attended the University of Arkansas in Pine Bluff, where he was a member of Kappa Kappa Psi and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Agronomy.

Ronnie entered the United States Army in 1974 and served for 20 years. He was an officer in the 5th Special Forces Airborne, an elite U.S. Army unit. He was also a Gulf War Veteran. Ronnie received many medals and commendations throughout his military service, such as: the Meritorious Service, Army Commendation, Joint Service Achievement, Army Achievement, National Defense Service, Southwest Asia Service, Humanitarian Service, and Kuwait Liberation medals, some of which he’d received more than once. He also received Master Parachutist and Combat Infantryman badges, and more. His service often took him to different countries, such as Panama, where he met his late wife, Eneida Adriana Ellington Benson, with whom he had two daughters.

Ronnie is survived by his two daughters, Twana (Ely) and Rhonda, and four grandchildren, Isaac, Anna, Noah and Micah. He is also survived by his brother, Ricky (Christine), and sisters Linda and Janice.

Dad, you were strong and brave as you stood for your country, and we honor your life and service. We love and miss you. Rest in peace in the comforting arms of our Lord.

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Let your family stand so close together that one cannot fall without the other. Wishing the family comfort and peace through this difficult time. God Bless Deacon and classmate Reginald Gatlin

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Our condolences to the Benson family he was a great friend and classmate. RIP! See you on the other did and thanks for your service... Chet Hancock

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To Ricky, Linda and Janice, our prayers are with you.

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I would like to send my deepest condolences to my uncle family and friends. To my cousin's I'm so sorry for your loss. My uncle has been called home by his father our Lord. Uncle Ronnie we love you and you will be truly missed.

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So long classmate and friend see you on the other side. RIP

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"A word of comfort and of hope, that in your deepest sorrow, you will find new strength and peace of mind and courage for tomorrow." Please know that you are in our prayers. Sending condolences to the family of Ronnie Benson on behalf of The Lincoln High School - Maroon & Gold National Alumni Association, Inc. (MGNAAI), Forrest City, Arkansas. Ronnie was a member of the Lincoln High School Class of 1970." Delores Farr Morelon MGNAAI President

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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.

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