He was born on December 11, 1948 in Screven, Georgia one of seven children born to Solomon and Essie Mae Tarber.
Benny served with the United States Army for six years during the Vietnam War.
After his military service, he attended Savannah State University where he graduated Magna Cum Laude with a degree in Accounting in 1974.
He married Estene Peten on March 2, 1979. They have shared 42 years of marriage.
Benny worked for the State of Arizona in the Department of Economic Security as an accountant for over 23 years. He was proud to have been named the State of Arizona Employee of the Year. He retired in December 2005.
Benny leaves behind his wife, Estene, his sister, Hilda Gaffney, 4 children; Rishonda, Michael, Marcus and James as well as 11 grandchildren and five great grandchildren. All of those who knew Benny were aware of his love for tennis, hunting, fishing and most importantly family.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by five siblings.
A celebration of Benny’s life will be held on March 14, 2021 at 3PM PST at Rio Vista Recreation Center, Lakeview Room East, 8866 W Thunderbird Rd, Peoria, Arizona. If you prefer you may join via zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88210832694?pwd=RW1idHVyTVR4SXYvOUhtODVxZVR5Zz09
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