William Benson Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of William Benson of Springfield, Missouri, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on August 25, 2025 at the age of 91. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Gilbert William Kramer and Irene Benson (Bell); his son Brian David; his wife Ruth Myrna Blankenship; his sister Gilberta Mueller; and his brother-in-law Donald Mueller.
He is survived by: his stepfather Ernest Benson; his daughter Deborah Lynn of Benson's Service Appliance Heating; his children-in-law, Patrick O'Reilly and Lisa Benson (Lynda Gage); his grandchildren, Jennifer Gordon (Jason), Courtney Hatcher (Chad), Lauren Franks (Ben) and Jake Benson; and his siblings-in-law, Marlene Blankenship, Marilyn Droke and Don Droke. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Memorial contributions may be made to Seasons Hospice.
