Livonia: May 26, 2016 at age 90 years passed away peacefully at home. Survived by his wife of 71 years Jean; his children Gloria M. (Steve) Struble of Livonia, Kathleen A. (Chris) Cook of Livonia, William J. (Debbie) Benson, Jr. of Mt. Morris, and Brian E. Benson of Livonia. 10 grandchildren. 11 great grandchildren. His brother Kenneth (Jean) Benson of Lima. Several nieces & nephews.
William was owner of Benson Refuse Inc. in Livonia for over 50 years. He also was a World War II veteran serving with the 716th MP Battalion in Italy.
Friends may call Tuesday, May 31st from 4-7pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Routes 15 & 20A, Livonia. Funeral Mass, Wednesday, June 1st at 10:30am at St. Matthew Church, 6591 Richmond Mills Road, Route 20A, Livonia. Memorial contributions to Livingston County Hospice, 2 County Campus, Mt. Morris, NY 14510, Harrison-Lee American Legion, PO Box 214, Livonia, NY 14487, or Livonia Ambulance Fund, PO Box 8, Livonia, NY 14487. To send a condolence please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
Dear Jean and family,
Sorry for your loss! I always loved Bill’s humor and he always reminded me of Johnny Cash. You were wonderful neighbors as I was growing up. You always let me pet your horses and feed them. I know you have many memories of times together and always remember he will be with you in spirit. Love you always-Wendy McLaughlin
Dear Bill and siblings! Sorry to hear about your Dad. Your whole family was kind and loving to my parents and our family..something none of us will forget. I know that my father never got over Gloria and Kathy driving that huge truck!!! Take care and lean on the peace and comfort only our Lord, Jesus, can provide.
Blessings, Laurie
Sorry to hear of Bill’s passing.I know he will be missed. Our thoughts are with you.
I’m sorry I couldn’t make it to calling hours today. I just want you to know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Times like this are never easy but with family and friends to lean on it helps you through it.
Jackie Connor
Shawn and I would like to express our deepest sympathies on the passing of Uncle Bill. He was a wonderful man, with a great sense of humor, who will be greatly missed. we hope that the wonderful memories that you have will help you through this very difficult time.
So sorry to hear about Bill Sr. Bob and I have many memories which we will treasure forever. Our thoughts are with you all. R.I.P. “Gomer”. We will miss you.
Sincere condolences to the Benson family. There are many fond memories here dating back 50yrs of Bill. Picking up cans of milk always with a smile and jolly. You are in our prayers. Panipinto farms.
Sorry about your dad , Brian . Your father always treated me like family . He will be missed .
Dear”Aunt Jean and family,
Thinking of all of you in the loss of “Uncle” Bill, he will always be remembered for his strong work ethics, his “teasing”, and his sense of humor. A dear friend to my Mother and Father and I am sure that they are in heaven, sharing lots of memories and watching over all of us!
Will be by to see you on Tuesday.
In our prayers,
With Love,
Christine
My condolences to the Benson family.
Deepest Sympathy on the loss of your Dad and loved one.
Wishing you peace and comfort at this time of loss.
Bill,Joyce.and David Andrewlavage