He is preceded in death by his parents, William Chester and Virginia Dare Benson; four sisters, Hazel Benson, Mazel Roberts, Marvel Tewter and Mary Benson; Four brothers, Dallas Benson, Jessie Benson, O'Neal Benson and Harold Benson.
William is survived and loved by, two sister-in-law’s, Lurene Benson of Lillington and Emily Benson of Spring Lake; two special children, Lori Lancaster and Daniel Benson both of Lillington; special nieces and nephews; Logan Suter (Hannah) of Benson, Carolyn Olive (Johnny) of Stoney Point, Wendy Oatman of Arizona, Josh Galarza of Lillington and Jennifer Arthurs of Lillington, and a host of family and friends.
William spent his younger years farming and later a love gardening came along. But most of he was proud of his relationship with Jesus Christ.
Graveside services will be held 2:00 p.m. Wednesday at Bethel Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery. Arrangements under the direction of Cromartie-Miller Funerals and Cremations.