Gerald Paul "Jerry" Benson

1949 - 2025

Jerry Benson, age 75, of Foley, passed away May 31, 2025, at Quiet Oaks Hospice House in St, Cloud. Funeral services will be 11 a.m., Thursday, June 5, at Gustavus Adolphus Lutheran Church in Foley. The Rev. Timothy Wittwer will officiate and burial will take place at the Riverside Lutheran Cemetery in Ronneby. Visitation will be 9:30-11 a.m. at the church on Thursday. Service with dignity provided by the Foley Funeral Home.

Gerald Paul Benson was born Aug. 6, 1949, in St. Cloud to Clarence and Clarice (Hillman) Benson. He graduated from Foley High School, class of 1967 and continued his education at the St. Cloud Technical College with a degree in construction. Jerry was a self employed contractor and worked construction his entire life specializing in custom homes and remodeling. His favorite project was the remodeling of Gustavus Adolphus Lutheran Church in Foley, where he was a long time member. He was an avid fisherman and hunter and a member of the Foley Lions Club, Foley Boosters Club and the Foley Wrestling Club. Jerry enjoyed spending time with his son, Todd, and his grandchildren, fixing old tractors and keeping his home farm in beautiful condition.

He is survived by his son, Todd (Brittany) of Oak Park; his grandchildren: Kyler, Mikabella, Archer and Pixilena, as well as a sister, Lois (Rick) Piram of Maple Grove, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Carol Jeanne Benson.

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