Name: Visitation for Bruce C. Benson
Start: 2018-01-05T21:00:00.000Z
End: 2018-01-06T01:00:00.000Z
Location: Kurrus Funeral Home - Belleville

Bruce Benson

Bruce Clayton Benson, 59, of Belleville, Illinois, born Thursday, June 19, 1958, in Bryan, Ohio, passed away suddenly Monday, January 1, 2018 at Memorial Hospital in Belleville, Illinois.

Bruce was the Director of Labor Relations for the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Leo C. and Nomalee D., nee Underwood, Benson; and brother, Jerry Benson.

Surviving are his wife, Julia W. nee Wire, Benson of Belleville, IL; three daughters, Kelly (Arjun) Sarin of Kansas City, MO, Sarah Benson (Dane Law) of St. Louis, MO, Hannah Benson of Chicago, IL; sister, Zonetta (James) Holschen of Belleville, IL; sister-in-law, Debbie Benson of Freeburg, IL; brother-in-law, James (Kathy) Wire of St. Louis, MO; as well as nieces and nephews, Christina Watson, Philip Wire, Jessica Johnson, Lauren Benson, Patricia Thompson, Leslie Spellman and Clayton Benson.

Memorials may be made to the Siteman Cancer Center in memory of Jerry Benson. Condolences may be expressed online at www.kurrusfh.com.

Visitation: Visitation from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., Friday, January 5, 2018 at Kurrus Funeral Home in Belleville, IL.

Services: Funeral Service will be held at 7 p.m., Friday, January 5, 2018 at Kurrus Funeral Home, with Rev. Larry Patton officiating. Private family interment.

KURRUS FUNERAL HOME, Belleville, IL.

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Published by Belleville News-Democrat on Jan. 4, 2018.

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Wendi Fitzgerald

January 22, 2018

I am so sorry for the family's loss.

January 7, 2018

I was shocked and saddened to hear of Bruce's passing. He was such a pleasure to work with because he never took himself too seriously. He always had a story about the girls. It was such a blessing to hear a man speak so lovingly about his wife. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Bobbie Bush, Macon Medical Center

Mark Conner

January 5, 2018

District 9, IAMAW extends our sympathy to the Benson family. The union considered Bruce a true friend of labor. He always negotiated fairly and worked well with the IAM members at the St. Louis Post Dispatch. Rest in peace.

Kathy Perks

January 5, 2018

Bruce was one of the best to work with at the Post-Dispatch. Many good people we had to lay off together over the years. We cried together and anytime Bruce thought it was difficult for me, he handled. You had one of the hardest jobs in the company! You're the best Bruce, may you rest in peace. All my prayers to Julie and the girls.

Rick Driscoll

January 5, 2018

Rest in Peace old friend

James Woods

January 4, 2018

Bruce my friend I'm going to miss you we should have had that beer a couple of months ago. Ill never forget you even though you liked the Cowboys. It was an honor to work with you and know you, catch you on the other side buddy. I'm so sorry Julie he loved you and the girls.
Love Woods

Sue Braun

January 4, 2018

I can't express enough how saddened I was to hear of the passing of our dear friend Bruce. "Doc" was such a great person to work with at the Post. He spoke so highly of his wife Julie and his girls. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. Rest in peace Doc. You were definitely one of the good guys.

Renee

January 4, 2018

My condolences to the family. God gives us a hope of everlasting life that can sustain you.
John 17:3

Ronald Hogue

January 4, 2018

Bruce had a great personality and a gift to work with all of the people and unique personalities at the newspaper. Since he worked in the Labor Relations department, as a manager, I would have to discuss personnel issues from time to time with Bruce. He always had time for a laugh, to chat or discuss beer can collecting, that we both had a passion for. Bruce always spoke fondly of his wife Julie and his daughters. We would share family stories from time to time. Bruce Benson was a great man, who loved his family and his job. I think it hurt him, as much as it did me, the day he called and told me that I was being laid off after 32 years. We all knew that someday we would get that call with all the cuts being made at the newspaper. Unfortunately, Bruce had to give that bad news. But I will always consider Bruce a good friend. Sending prayers to Julie Benson and the girls. So sad for this to happen so suddenly. May God comfort all of the family of Bruce Benson. They will all be in my thoughts and prayers. Miss you "Doc Benson". Rest In Peace my friend.

Thomas Eaton

January 3, 2018

I always enjoyed kidding with Bruce his smile was alway very genuine. My hope for only for peace for his family in this time.

Valarie Thomas

January 3, 2018

My thoughts and prayers are with you. I can't say enough good things about Bruce. He was truly a blessing to me when my late husband Reid passed away. Julie and the girls, know that your husband and father was a wonderful and kind person. Look to God for all your strength

January 3, 2018

Bruce was a great guy, and will be missed at the Post-Dispatch. My prayers go out to the family. Rest in Peace

Betsie Stange

January 3, 2018

So terribly sadden to hear this news. Bruce was wonderful kind and caring person who will be dearly missed by all who knew him . I was so fortunate to work with him and You Julie at the Post -Dispatch . Love and prayers for you and your daughters

Cheryl Laut

January 3, 2018

My sincere condolences on your family's loss, Julie. This was such a surprise.

Michael McGlynn

January 3, 2018

He was the softball coach for my daughter many years ago. He was great at making the girls feel good about their efforts and had just the right amount of motivation and zeal to win. He was a very nice man who did a great service for the girls and the community. Prayers with the family

Christine Mastis

January 3, 2018

Julie, I am so sorry to hear of this shocking news. I remember you guys well, and I pray for strength for you and your daughters. God bless.

Tim Leahey

January 3, 2018

Bruce was a great guy and good friend. I will miss him.

Brian Walslh

January 3, 2018

I can't express how deeply saddened I am for your loss. Bruce and I worked together for many years and I considered him a friend. May he rest in peace.

January 3, 2018

May your treasured memories and the drawing close to God in prayer comfort you during this difficult time.

Respectfully

Kjohnson

January 3, 2018

I am so sorry for your families loss. At this time may you find peace and comfort from the God of all comfort, who comforts you in all your trials.

Mandy Loyet

January 3, 2018

You left an imprint on all you met and will be dearly missed. I will always remember your quick wit and gracious soul. Prayers for your family...rest in peace.

Kim Paubel Sextro

January 3, 2018

I've known Bruce and Julie for many years from the Post-Dispatch. Many good memories. Bruce was very helpful with my recent retirement. He was truly one of the good guys. Deepest sympathy from my family to yours.

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