Photo courtesy of Schrader Funeral Home and Crematory - Ballwin
Ballwin, Missouri
Aug 31, 1932 – Aug 18, 2020 (Age 87)
Benson, David G., baptized into the hope of Christ's resurrection, Tuesday, August 18, 2020.
Beloved husband of the late Barbara Ann Benson (nee Popiela); loving father of Steven (Joyce) Benson and Paul (Carrie) Benson; dearest grandfather of Christopher (Elizabeth) Benson, Nicole (Ryan) Prudence, Elizabeth (Matthew, Jr.) Clancy, Jennifer (Austin) Shipley, Becky Benson and Brittany Wolfe; loving companion of Sheila Kestle; dear brother of Arlette Enderlein; our dear great-grandfather, brother-in-law, uncle, great-uncle and friend of many.
Services: Visitation at the SCHRADER Funeral Home and Crematory, 14960 Manchester Road at Holloway, Ballwin, Thursday, August 20, 4-8 p.m. Interment Bellerive Gardens Cemetery, Creve Coeur. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Peregrine Society. Friends may sign the family’s on-line guestbook at Schrader.com.
(NOTE: Due to current gathering restrictions, face masks are required and social distancing guidelines apply. Maximum of 25 people permitted in visitation room at a time.)
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In loving memory of a wonderful man. I will love you and miss you always.
Sheila
August 22, 2020 | Dardenne Prairie, MO | Significant_other
We met Dave through my sister and brother-in-law, Dorothy and Ray Popiela. We would enjoy his company and good humor at various get togethers and parties through the years. He will be missed but many people will have such wonderful memories of such a fine man that he was. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Glen and Patty La Montagna
Glen and Patty La Montagna
August 20, 2020 | Glen Ellyn, IL | Acquaintance
It’s hard to understand that you’re not with us anymore but I’ll always remember your sense of humor and can still hear you saying “holy smokes!” Followed by the best laugh. We will carry forward your wisdom and hope that we can carry forward your strength. Until we meet again, we’ll miss you always.
Jenny & Austin Shipley
August 20, 2020 | Chesterfield, MO | Family
A great man is one who leaves others at a loss when he is gone. -Paul Valery
We can’t believe your gone. We will remember you as the shoot it straight, joke-telling, story master that you were. Thank you for being a part of our lives, Grandpa!
Liz Clancy
August 20, 2020 | Rosebud, MO | Grandchild
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Let all the happy memories get you through this difficult time. Uncle Dave was such a caring and happy man. He will be missed by so many. Love to all my family
Deidre and Bob Tooth
August 20, 2020 | Twin Lakes, WI | Family
Grandpa, you were the strongest person we knew. You always kept us laughing with your stories and wit. It's hard to believe that those have ended, but they and you will never be forgotten. We love you so much. Love, Nicole, Ryan and Sophia.
Nicole Prudence
August 20, 2020 | SAINT LOUIS, MO | Grandchild
Grandpa was an amazing man! Intelligent, Funny and a great example of who I strive to be. I cannot put into words how much I am going to miss him. I know that he is at peace now.
Christopher Benson
August 20, 2020 | Manchester, MO | Grandchild
Thinking of everyone and wishing you peace during this time and our deepest condolences. Love Robert and Samantha
Robert Popiela
August 19, 2020 | Kildeer, IL | Family
Wishing you strength and peace during this hard time. Everyone is in my thoughts and prayers. Uncle Dave always knew how to make me laugh. A wonderful person that gave us so many great memories. My deepest condolences.
Richard Popiela
August 19, 2020 | Kildeer, IL
