

Entering into the Air Force in 1952, Ben served his country in the United States Air Force for 30 years, with tours in the Korea and Vietnam. During his time of service, he was awarded numerous service merit awards and commendations including the Bronze Star and Legion of Merit.
Ben retired from the Air Force in 1982 at Kelly AFB, Texas and completed a very successful 10 year career at General Electric - Aircraft Engine Division. A love of the ocean and his wife Norma brought Ben to the beach town of Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. They were married for 42 years and familiar sites on the Boardwalk and loved the beach life.
Ben was a wonderful father and an incredible inspiration to all. He touched many lives and his spirit will always live on.
He is preceded in death by his beloved wife Norma.
Ben is survived by his daughter, Dana Calonge and husband, Dick; daughter Lorin Benjamin; grandson, Dylan Calonge; brother, Clyde Benjamin and wife, Nancy; niece, Diane Benjamin and her daughter, Mandi; nephews, Doug Benjamin and wife, Kathy and their son, Gabe and daughter, Sara; Steve Benjamin and wife, Patti and their daughters, Nicole, Megan and son, Max; Mike Benjamin and wife, Kim and children, Thomas, Kirsten, Erik and Anna.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Cancer Society, 8115 Datapoint Dr., San Antonio, Texas 78229 would be greatly appreciated.
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