

Benny was born in Phoenix, AZ, on February 21, 1958, to Benny P. Diaz Sr. and Mary Frances (Marquez) Diaz. He attended South Mountain High School and went on to work for Sears, Roebuck & Co. for over 20 years, where he began his career in Information Technology. His most recent employment was with Amazon’s local fulfillment center as an IT Engineer. He studied at Arizona State University and Estrella Mountain Community College as part of his educational career.
When he wasn’t solving technical problems at work, Benny enjoyed fishing and the outdoors. He relished grilling big meals and spending quality time with his beloved wife, sons, and grandchildren. Benny devoted his life to sharing God’s Word, and served as both a deacon at North Phoenix Baptist Church and as an elder at Northwest Community Church in Phoenix, AZ.
He is preceded in death by his mother Mary Frances and brother Leonard Sr. He is survived by his wife Synthia, father Benny Sr., sons Benny III (Charity Kranz), Michael (Crystal Fresquez) & David, siblings Rebecca, Frank, Joe & Cathy, grandchildren Riley, Hailey & Michael Jr., godchildren Leonard Jr. and Jessica, as well as many cherished nieces, nephews and extended family.
Benny was a remarkable and loving man who touched the lives of many people. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Family and friends are invited to a viewing on Friday, August 12, 2016, from 8:30-10:00 a.m. at West Resthaven Funeral Home at 6450 W. Northern Avenue, Glendale, AZ, 85301. A service celebrating Benny’s life will begin at 10:00 a.m. He will be laid to rest in Resthaven Park Cemetery.
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