Richard William Benz Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate Richard William Benz of Oneonta, New York, whose life came to an end on April 5, 2026 at the age of 94, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Richard William Benz to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Hilma Benz and John Benz; his brother Ken; his sister-in-law Julie Benz; his wife Ann Benz; and his grandson Ezra Clark.

He is survived by: his daughters, Dorothy Regazzi of Oneonta, NY, Loretta Small (David) of Kentucky and Patricia Goodrich (Ken) of Virginia Beach, VA.; his grandchildren, Joshua, Seth (Jennifer), Simeon (Jamie), Abigail Clark, Hannah Schultze (Steven), Ben Small, Christine and Kenneth Goodrich; his great grandchildren, Anna Clark, John Cortese, Eveline Gibbon, Gabriel Clark, Micah Clark, Isaac Vollkommer, Clara Clark, Emmett Clark, Mylah Vollkommer and Soren Clark; and his extended family Jay Clark.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Helios Care, 297 River Street Service Rd, Oneonta, NY 13820.