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RONALD BENSON Obituary
64, of San Tan Valley, AZ, passed away March 24, 2013. Born in Minot, ND to Elmer and Lois Benson. Ronald was a Sergeant in the US Army serving 6 years and 20 years as a reservist, serving in Vietnam and was awarded the Purple Heart & Bronze Star along with 16 other medals and ribbons. Ronald was an active member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Chandler, AZ; He loved to travel, watch Channel 10 news and Fox 10 sports. Ronald is survived by his wife Rose Ortiz Benson, children Shawn Benson, Anita Flores, Tony, Michael, Danny & Cecelia Granillo. Grandchildren Marissa & Carlee Benson, Mariyah & Anthany Granillo, Hector Jr., Jonathan, Jasmyn & Ashley Gomez. Siblings Lydia, Heidi, Dave & Craig Benson. A visitation will be held at Valley of the Sun Mortuary in Chandler, Monday, April 8th from 6 to 8pm. Funeral Mass will be Tuesday, April 9th at 10am, St Mary's Church in Chandler. www.valleyofthesunfuneralhome.com
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Denise Granillo
April 8, 2013
Ron, I'm glad you were a part of our family u will always be in our hearts and prayers.. We will miss you dearly..Until we meet again..Love Always Denise
tony granillo
April 8, 2013
Love you and miss you. May you rest in peace.
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