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Luke Benton Obituary
He was born Aug. 12, 1994, in Salisbury, Md., to Pam and Mark Benton. He moved to Bozeman in 2002 and quickly engaged in his life here. He would have been a senior at Bozeman High School this fall. He was a percussionist in the BHS symphony band and a member of Bozeman United Methodist Church. He was a gymnast, skier and musician, but most of all he was always eager to live life to the fullest. His passion was gymnastics at Lone Mountain. Besides being a member of their competitive team, he shared his love of the sport by teaching younger gymnasts. He was just in Florida for vacation and, when boredom struck in a traffic jam, he back-flipped across the highway between the stuck cars.
He is survived by his parents, Pam Benton and Mark Benton of Bozeman; brother, Stephen Benton of Bozeman; maternal grandparents, Phil and Sue Stephenson of Salisbury, Md.; paternal grandmother, Pat Benton of Westminster, Md.; aunt, Kim (Jeff) Harris of New Windsor, Md.; and nieces, Megan and Kaylee Harris of New Windsor, Md. He was predeceased by paternal grandfather, Ed Benton. He also leaves behind close friends, Cody, Cole, Josh, and many, many more.
His life touched so many others. We were blessed to have him, though not long enough. He was a dynamic friend to everyone he met, and he went out of his way to meet many. He was a tremendous guy - witty, charming, bright, vibrant and energetic. He has left us waiting, wanting to know what he would have done with that boundless energy. He will always be loved and live in our hearts forever.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, July 28, at Bozeman United Methodist Church.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Lone Mountain Gymnastics and Swim School (phone 587-1180) for a scholarship fund in memory of Luke.
Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.dahlcares.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Luke Benton
Kim
February 14, 2025
My love. I miss you.
Faiz Azman
March 11, 2018
I am truly sorry Luke's family for this loss. I am from Malaysia, during 7th grade in 2007, I still remember Luke is one of student in CJMS who guided me through the school because I was too shy and not really good in English. He was so kind and always have good heart. Now in 2018 I still remember his full name. When I google "Luke Benton Bozeman" I was so shock and sad that he already passed away. May God bless his family.
August 3, 2011
Our hearts go out to the Benton family. My daughter played alongside Luke during band from CJMS through BHS. She said he was the best percussionist she knew and a very nice person to know. May God we with you. --the Johnson family
Anonymous
August 2, 2011
I'm so sorry about your loss. I went to school with him and he was always smiling in the halls. God bless you.
Kathi Dassonville
July 29, 2011
What a wonderful write-up on Luke, I can just picture his huge smile while back flipping on the highway! I am aching for you half way across the world; praying and thinking about each of you every day. It doesn't make sense to us why those so young are taken way too soon, but we do know he has made a far greater and lasting imprint then most could ever dream of on the lives of those who were blessed to have known him. Luke is paving the way for us and will have trumpets ready and acrobats flipping when it is our turn to join him in Heaven.
Bill Erwin
July 29, 2011
Pam, Stephen, Mark and Lynne,
We are so saddened by the sudden and tragic loss of Luke. We can only imagine the sorrow in your hearts and how you must miss him. His memory will live forever with everyone that knew him. Please know that others share this loss with you. Bill & Louise Erwin
ron vargas
July 28, 2011
Pam, Mark and Stephan, Words cannot express our feelings for your loss. We have such good memories of Luke. He was so generous with his gifts. We will miss him. Prayers are with you. Ron, Kate, Joaquin, and Mateo Vargas
Pamela Cradduck
July 28, 2011
Pam, Mark, and Stephen,
I remember Luke as a young baby and toddler. His energy level was as phenomenal then as it appears to have been in his teen years. We are praying for you as you grieve your loss. May God comfort you in His miraculous ways. Love, Pam Cradduck and Family
John Darham
July 28, 2011
Mark Benton, family & friends,
Our broken hearts pour out to you. Your beautiful son gone but not forgotten. He passed his spirit, his zest for life on to many others. Seems like only yesterday he was the little boy who hitched rides from the bus stop, up the long road to our homes on the running boards of our truck.
The Darham Family
anonymous
July 28, 2011
thoughts and prayers for your family during this very difficult time.
Leslie Chishko
July 28, 2011
Pam & Mark - We would do anything if we could heal your pain. Your family is in our prayers that God will comfort you. Even though it was awhile ago, we will always remember Luke as that little boy that went with us to Delmar Pizza and the one who won the goldfish at the Fair here when you visited on the 4th of July that one year... He was a very special person. You have all our love. In sympathy,
Sunya Jones
July 27, 2011
We were so saddened to hear of the news. You and your family have been in our thoughts and Prayers Pam....In Sympathy, Sunya Jones (RN) and Sierra Kurian- old classmate of Luke
Don & Janet Taylor
July 27, 2011
If we could find the words to mend your hearts we would say them. Our hearts and prayers go out to you guys.
Daphne Chatham
July 27, 2011
Pam, Mark & Stephen,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
In Sympathy,
Daphne (Ball) Chatham
Karen Boggs
July 26, 2011
Mark, Pam, Stephen,
I'm thinking of you. So sorry to hear the sad sad news. Luke was an incredible gift in your family. Hold on to the good memories. Love, Catalina
July 26, 2011
Although we've never met, my heart goes out to you and your family. I work with Lori Walker and I just wanted to let you know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Sincerely, Debbie Nelson
July 26, 2011
Dear Pam and family-
We are so very sorry to hear about your son. We pray for God's grace, peace and love to wrap around you during this very difficult time of grief.
In Sympathy,
Lisa and Jeremy Sorensen
John Walker
July 26, 2011
I remember my first day at Bridger, riding the lift with Luke. I asked him if his friends and he skied up there alot and he said 'No, they aren't expert skiers like me'. He was so very young at the time. He was a great snow ball fighter, I keep seeing images of the great snowball fight we had at Big Sky one day, with Grape and Pocahantas. The last memory I have was from this year's pond skim at Big Sky. Luke doing back flips in the parking lot off a snow bank. As usual, he challenging me to try, no way! I got him once though, I rode the tram first. He did it the same day though, and I was 34 years his senior, but I got him that day, and he challenged me at everything and beat me always. No getting over on Luke. Heaven make room, Luke is coming to show you all how it is done.
Lori Walker
July 26, 2011
Luke, you lived your life with more enthusiasm and energy than words can describe. Although, it was cut way too short and you will be greatly missed by those that loved you, we can be grateful that you were doing what you loved most that day, enjoying your life and the beautiful sights God has blessed us with.
Mark, Pam, & Stephen, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your families during this tragic time.
With my deepest sympathy,
Lori Walker
ABALONE DIVING in CA 2010
July 25, 2011
Meg Conkling
July 25, 2011
Dearest Luke ,
You were one terrific abalone diver and I will never forget the look on your face when you got your first one! I remember so well your 16th birthday and the chance to taste your incredible chocolate cake!! You were an inspiration for all of us and adventurer extraaordinaire. You will be missed and be not far from our warmest memories of you.
You are with God now and see you in heaven!!
Heavenly Hugs from CA,
Meg
July 25, 2011
To the family and friends of Luke Benton. My heart aches for your lose. God will wrap his loving arms around you all and comfort you with the good memories of Luke. He was an amazing kid. He will be greatly missed. Gayle Hendricks-a band mom.
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