Gary Benjamin Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Gary Benjamin of Salem, Illinois, whose life came to an end on May 8, 2026 at the age of 64, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Donald Benjamin and Mary Ann Benjamin (Huggins); his son Dakota Henry Benjamin; his nephew Josh Benjamin; and his stepbrother Bradley Benjamin.
He is survived by: his wife Kathleen Benjamin of Salem; his son Nicholas Benjamin; his fiancée Dovie of Salem; his siblings, Kenny Benjamin (Julie) of Kell, Danny Benjamin (Vicky) of Centralia and Penny Knepp of Kell; his grandchildren, Evie, Caspian, Faith and Jenny; and his nephews, Jordon Benjamin of Kell and Warren Knepp of Kell.
In his memory, the family requests that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Trinity Lutheran School in Centralia, and will be accepted by the Sutherland-Garnier Funeral Home, 235 North Sycamore Street Centralia, IL 62801, (618) 532-3523, who is honored to be of service to Gary's family.
