Silas Benjamin "Ben" Carson

I taught Ben in third grade and enjoyed having him in class. For Christmas that year he gave me a sweet little snowman watering can Christmas ornament that I proudly place upon my tree every single year. I just posted a picture of it on my FB page. A student that attended Central Elementary with Ben just told me of his passing. I'm so sorry to hear this news. He was a wonderful young man, please accept my condolences. I will treasure his sweet little snowman and will place it proudly on my...

Just want you to know as you once again are walking through a holiday time without Ben that I´m thinking about you and praying for you. May your cherished memories be amazingly more special to you than the loss they remind you of through HIS grace in your lives. Love, sue

Dear Libba,
I have just learned this heart-breaking news and feel so deeply for you and Bill and the whole family. As my heart broke for you, I read many of the comments especially from co-workers and friends who spoke of what an exceptional son you raised. My heart is sad and reaching out to you as I lift you up to the Christ of Christmas who is the only source of real help 24 hours a day as you navigate this sudden loss and hole in your heart. Love and prayers, Sue J. Rickman

Bill, Libba, Caroline & Sam...Ben was so loved and touched so many lives. Prayers as you navigate the coming days and move thru the healing process. Love you!!

I am so sorry to hear of your loss.

Thanks, Ben, for sharing how to have a well lived- knowing how to work smart and play well. You also always made someone feel like the most important person in the room-welcomed and heard. We will all miss that infectious smile and personality. Rest In Peace.

Mr. And Mrs. Carson- you raised an exceptional son and we were all fortunate to get some time with him. Our deepest sympathies for a loss much too soon.

My deepest sympathies to the Carson family, who were our neighbors when we both lived in Central on the same street. Ben and Caroline were friends with my children and Ben was a sweet young man. I will keep all of you in my prayers during this difficult time.

I am so saddened to hear this. Although we were only neighbors with the Carson family a short while I new Ben as a good kid and loving younger brother. My deepest prayers to the Carson family.

My condolences to your family and may your memories guide you through this difficult time. Prayers and love, Stefanie