Benjamin "Benny" Franklin Folger III's obituary , Passed away on August 29, 2026 in Elkin, North Carolina

Benjamin "Benny" Franklin Folger III

May 28, 1948 - August 29, 2026 (78 years old)

Elkin, North Carolina

Benjamin "Benny" Franklin Folger III's obituary , Passed away on August 29, 2026 in Elkin, North Carolina

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Benjamin "Benny" Franklin Folger III

May 28, 1948 - August 29, 2026 (78 years old)

Elkin, North Carolina

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Benjamin Franklin Folger III Obituary

Benjamin Franklin Folger III, born on May 28, 1948, passed away on August 29, 2026. Benjamin leaves behind family members and others who acknowledge this loss. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Benjamin Franklin Folger III to pay them a last tribute.

Benjamin leaves behind cherished memories for friends, family, and all who had the privilege of knowing him. Benjamin’s life was marked by connections and experiences that touched those around him. Though he is no longer with us, the moments shared, the laughter, and the support he offered will continue to resonate. All who knew Benjamin will carry forward his memory in their hearts.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Benjamin Franklin Folger, Jr. and Edith Neaves Folger. He is survived by: his wife Rebecca "Becky" Folger; his daughters, Jena Folger Wilmoth (Casey) of Bermuda Run and Elizabeth Anne Richardson (Ryan) of Kernersville; his grandchildren, Brooks Richardson and Lucy Anne Richardson; and his son Benjamin Franklin Folger IV (Melissa Joy Barabasz).

Flowers will be appreciated or the family request that memorials be made to benefit the MIND (Minimally Invasive Neuro-Innovation and Discovery) Alliance Fund in Neurosurgery at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, Philanthropy and Alumni Relations, P.O Box 571021, Winston-Salem, NC 27157, or http://www.giving.wakehealth.edu (select MIND Alliance Fund under the 'Neurosurgery' section of the dropdown menu) or to the Second Harvest Food Bank at https://donate.secondharvestmetrolina.org.

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Elkin Funeral Service Chapel North Carolina
560 North Carolina 268 W, Elkin, NC 28621

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560 North Carolina 268 W, Elkin, NC 28621

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