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Randall Lee Benson
Oct. 10, 1951 - Jan. 8, 2020
MISHAWAKA, IN - Randall Lee Benson went to his eternal home Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2020 in his Summerville, SC home surrounded by family. Born October 10, 1951, in Modesto, CA, he was the oldest son of the late Robert L. Benson and Dorthy “Gail” (Barlow) Benson. He married Carol A. Bowers on September 19, 1970, in Mishawaka, IN.
Randy was an avid craftsman and member of the Council Oak Wood Carvers Club of South Bend, IN and Lowcountry Woodcarvers of Charleston, SC. He served his country in the Army National Guard and his community as a Deacon at First General Baptist Church of Mishawaka. His accomplished career included tenure at Georgia Pacific, AM General, Bayer Inc., and Alcoa. A proud alumnus of Penn High School Class of 1969, Randy was a voracious reader continuing his education at Ivy Tech. His passion for learning continues in his passing as Randy elected to donate his body to the Medical University of South Carolina Anatomical Gift Program.
Randy is survived by his dogs, Lady & Tramp; wife; brothers, Steve Benson of South Bend and Danny Benson of Mishawaka; sister, Robyn Thompson of Wakarusa; two children, Shane (Sharon) Benson of Dorchester, SC and Ericka (Donnie) Giacomo of Charleston, SC; extended family, Sue Cole, Denise (Kline) Nicks and husband Rob; and four grandchildren, Anthony Joseph Giacomo of Lancaster, PA, Richard Paul Benson of Mishawaka, IN, Reid Slater Giacomo and Tanner Benson Giacomo both of Charleston, SC. Randy declined funeral services, instead encouraging his family and friends to honor his memory by daily living their Faith, sacrificing for others and sharing their gifts with the world.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Dorchester Paws (www.dorchesterpaws.org) or your local pet shelter.
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Sharon Smith
Family
January 5, 2023
Love you Randy ♥
Sharon Smith
January 14, 2020
I met Randy just a few years ago. I spent many nights at the house hanging out with Carol. Randy always made sure us girls were taken care of. It was apparent through his actions that he loved God and that he loved Carol. A true gentleman. He will be missed, but I am certain he is singing in Heaven. Thinking about you Carol and your family. You are in my prayers! Love you!
Cynthia Holt
January 12, 2020
Randy was a great guy. I know his family will miss him dearly but rest assured they will be able to see him again one day. Love you all.
Mark Davis
January 12, 2020
May God bless and comfort you, Carol and your family during this difficult period; please accept my sincere condolences.
Shirley Kirby
January 12, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
January 12, 2020
I am so sorry to hear about Randy
My prayers are with you and your family
God Bless you always and Randy will always be by your side
Love you
Diana Perez
January 12, 2020
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