Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
Grady Benton Obituary
Grady Ray Benton, Sr. "Ben" passed away April 13, 2015 in Mesa, Arizona. He was born in Lumberton, North Carolina to Manuel Barley and Ruby Mae Benton on January 7, 1935. Ben met and married the love of his life Barbara on Aug 31, 1967 and they moved to Arizona with their family in 1977. Ben proudly served over 20 years in the US Army. He loved to play the guitar, work on crossword puzzles and lived for sports. He loved his grandchildren dearly and never forgot their birthdays. Ben was a kind and loving husband, father and grandfather. He will be dearly missed. He is survived by his wife of 48 years Barbara; his daughters Sharon, Jodi, Dianna, Mary and Renee; son Grady Jr; brothers Bobby, and Tommy; Sisters Agnus, Shelby and Linda; and 12 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father Manuel, mother Ruby, brothers HB, Winfred and Lacy; Sisters Mary Alma and Janice. Visitation will be held Friday, April 17, 2015 from 10:00 AM-12:00 PM at Melcher Mortuary Chapel of the Roses 43 S. Stapley Dr. Mesa, AZ 85204. Ben will be laid to rest at 1:30 PM at National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona 23029 N. Cave Creek Rd. Phoenix, Arizona. Please visit www.MelcherChapelOfRoses.com to share memories or leave condolences.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Grady Benton
5 Entries
April 18, 2015
My condolences to the family at this most difficult time in your lives. Be assured that God will help you cope with your grief.
Michael McClure
April 17, 2015
My condolences to you and your family, and I will keep you in my prayers
April 16, 2015
So very sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in the words of Ps. 86
Jim Garrison
April 15, 2015
Ben
One of my favorite guys from so many years back! We watched our boys play baseball and football together from Pop Warner and the Little League years all the way through Mesa High School. Then watched the boys grow into the men they have become! Fabulous memories! Where did the time go! Sadden by his passing, but surely blessed to have known him!
Jaime, Tonya, Jacob & Kenon Diaz
April 15, 2015
Sorry for your family's loss Coach Benton. Prayers for y'all.
Showing 1 - 5 of 5 results
Make a Donation
in Grady Benton's name
Memorial Events
for Grady Benton
Funeral services provided by:
Advantage Funeral & Cremation Services – Melcher Roses43 South Stapley Drive, Mesa, AZ 85204
How to support Grady's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Grady Benton's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
