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JASON DAVID, 30
Jason David Benchimol, 30, of Fayetteville, North Carolina, died February 6, 2017. He was born March 6, 1986, to George and Heidi Benchimol. He attended Oak Hall High School in Gainesville, FL and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Marketing Psychology and Minors in Creative Writing and Chinese from the University of Central Florida in Orlando, Florida. Upon graduation, Jason elected to serve his country and joined the U.S. Army. There, Jason attended Advanced Individual Training (AIT) at Fort Huachuca, Arizona where he received an Associates of Applied Science degree in Intelligence Operations Studies from Cochise College and earned his Occupational Specialty as a UAV Operator. In his career, Jason was given the opportunity to attend the U.S. Army Ranger Assessment and Selection Program (RASP) where he was selected, graduated, and scrolled as a U.S. Army Ranger. His graduation at Fort Benning, Georgia, where he donned the tan beret in front of his family, was his proudest accomplishment. Jason was asked to give his brother, Matthew, his First Salute when he commissioned in 2015, as a 2nd Lieutenant in the U.S. Army.
Jason is survived by his parents, George and Heidi; and his brother and sister-in-law, Matthew and Briana Benchimol. He also leaves his paternal grandparents, Margaret and David Gholston. He is also survived by his uncles and aunts, Rick and Vicky Benchimol, Jean Benchimol, Lauren Benchimol, and Rennee and Darrel Spacone. He is also survived by his cousins, Kaitlin and Chris Rodriguez and Nick and Alex Spacone.
He was predeceased by his maternal grandparents, Christel and Dean Wood; and his paternal grandfather, David Benchimol.
Funeral arrangements are under the care of Forest Meadows Funeral Home in Gainesville, FL. The funeral service will be held on Tuesday, February 14, 2017 at 1:00 pm at the sanctuary in Forest Meadows Memorial Park Central, 4100 NW 39th Ave. Gainesville, FL. 32606. To leave online condolences, please visit the online website at www.forestmeadowsfh.com. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you consider donations to The Wounded Warriors Project in Jason's name.
https://support.woundedwarriorproject.org/default.aspx?tsid=7792
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Memories and Condolences
for JASON BENCHIMOL
Eric L Diamond
February 6, 2024
Loved and missed
Jim (James) Galloway
February 6, 2023
While this time each year brings back a sad memory, I hope the wonderful ones will come to overshadow that.
Jim Galloway
February 6, 2022
Hoping the good memories of his life can ease the pain of his loss.
Marnie Shaeffer
June 16, 2017
Jason was an amazing friend that I cherished and loved from the first time I met him in the fall of 2004. We became close friends, and I have often thought about the times I would visit him at UCF and our shared love of muscle cars. Jason was near to my heart and was instrumental in setting my husband and I up on our first date. He was a guiding force in my husband and I's life for a long time. We often lost touch, and rekindled our friendship like no time had passed. I had been actively trying to reach out to him for almost a year, and just recently came across the news of his passing. My thoughts are with him, his family and friends. The world lost an amazing person, and I am forever grateful for getting the honor to know him, and have him in my life. He will be forever missed.
Elaine Hohlt
March 17, 2017
Prayers of comfort, peace and healing to the
entire Benchimol family.
Nicole Cornelius
March 17, 2017
My condolences and prayers to the entire Benchimol family. I know this is such a great loss. Such a handsome man and so many accomplishments. May God watch over you all during your time of suffering and always.
Rachael and Mark Albrecht
March 9, 2017
Jason was one of the smartest, funniest and sweetest people we have ever had the pleasure of being close friends with. We grieve with the Benchimol family for losing such a beloved and wonderful person. Now may he be at peace. Jason we love you.
February 24, 2017
Dr. Benchimol,
You and your family are in my prayers. Jeanne Rosenquist
Brother from another mother
Javon Smiley
February 22, 2017
When your time comes to die, be not like those whose hearts are filled with fear of death, so that when their time comes they weep and pray for a little more time to live their lives over again in a different way. Sing your death song, and die like a hero going home.
Love you Bro see you on the otherside!
Tom and Cindy Rafter
February 21, 2017
Oh George so sorry to hear this. Our thoughts and prayers go to you and Heidi and the family. May God comfort you.
Donna Sterkowitz-Lastra (Sleasman)
February 20, 2017
Heidi,
I'm so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Elise Webb
February 18, 2017
I remember, with great fondness, your Jason as a vibrant and charming child. My heart aches for your loss. Sadly, I was out of town for his funeral as I would have loved to be there to show my support and affection. Love, Elise Webb
February 18, 2017
No words can ease your heartbreak at this time, but know you and your family are in our prayers at this difficult time. Deepest sympathy. Tom & Jeannine Rice
February 17, 2017
Dr. Benchimol and family , you have my deepest condolences.
February 15, 2017
Dr Benchimol and Family, Please accept our condolence,you are in our thoughts.
Steve and Colette Smith.
Catherine Neilson
February 15, 2017
Dr. and Mrs. Benchimol, I am very sorry to hear of your loss. As you know Jason was a very kind, funny, and intelligent individual and I am glad I got to know him at least as a kid. He will be missed and my thoughts and love are sent your way. Love, Catherine Neilson (aka Katie Rose/back from OHS carpool days)
Jill Stirt
February 15, 2017
David & I were so sad to hear of Jason's passing. We send our love and condolences to you and all your family.
Jill & David Stirt
Alfred and Alicia Cason
February 14, 2017
To Dr. Benchimol and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time, God bless you all
February 14, 2017
dr benchimol and family, we are so very sorry for your loss prayers and hugs.
roni & terry kerr
Warren & Susan Curry
February 14, 2017
George and Heidi weare so sorry to hear this news. May peace be with you and your family. Susan and I wish you the deepest sympathy from the bottom of our hearts.
David Black
February 14, 2017
We are here for you, as always
As best you can, be at peace, and be there for those who need you
Will come to see you guys
Brent & Terry Biehl
February 14, 2017
Dr B & Family:
We are so sorry for your loss. You will are in our hearts and prayers.
Christopher Fuller (Publix Pharmacy)
February 14, 2017
Dr B, I'm so sorry and mourn with you at the passing of your son.
Tammy Czajkowski
February 14, 2017
Doctor B,
So sorry to hear about your loss. Thoughts and prayers to your family.
Vickey Willis
February 14, 2017
I am so sorry to hear about Jason. His passing is a great loss to the community of Oak Alums and to the much wider community of the people who knew and loved him.
Mike and Sandy Timmons
February 14, 2017
Doc,
We are so sorry for the loss of your son. You are in out thoughts and prayers.
February 14, 2017
Debbie and Joe Lentz
February 14, 2017
Dr. Benchimol and Mrs Benchimol---please know that you are in our hearts and prayers at this most difficult time. I never met your son, but if he is anything like you he is awesome. Debbie and Joe Lentz
February 14, 2017
Heidi and George, We cannot imagine the unspeakable grief that you are experiencing but please know that you are loved and that you are in our hearts. We will pray for you daily and we will keep you close in our hearts, always.
Jane and Jeff Snyder
Gary Granger
February 14, 2017
Dr B: you were always there for me, my family...and thousands who've sought your counsel in times of need. We are all there for you now, if only in warm spirit. We are so sorry for your loss
Scott and Barbara DuPree
February 13, 2017
To the Benchimol family: we cannot pretend to know your pain, but you are all in our prayers for healing and comfort.
John Pellegrino
February 13, 2017
I am deeply sorry for your loss. May you find the love of family and friends embrace you during this time.
Bunny Hand
February 14, 2017
Words cannot express my sorrow. "Miss Becky"
Sharon Sams
February 13, 2017
Dr. Benchimol and Heidi my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Linda Chandler
February 13, 2017
Dr. Benchimol and family, please accept our sincere condolences. Linda and Rasheeta Chandler. Really brings back memories
Jo Ann Rafter
February 13, 2017
George ,Heidi and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. So sorry for your loss. As soon as I heard this sad news I thought about when Jason and our son Michael would play with match box cars in the break room at GFP. I will always remember him such a beautiful child. You guys will be in our continued prayers.
Katie Weisz (Kramer)
February 13, 2017
Dear Benchimol family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I went to Oak Hall with Jason and was so sad to hear of his passing. May his memory be a blessing.
Virginia Fields
February 13, 2017
My prayers and thoughts are with the family.
February 13, 2017
Dear George,
I am so sorry to hear of Jason's death. I can't imagine losing a child. I wish I could say or do more than saying our hearts go out to you and your wife.
Sincerely, your friends,
Bob and Susan Poston
Ed and Kay Hensel
February 13, 2017
I remember thru the years our talks about our kids and watching them grow up and how proud you were of both your sons. Our deepest sympathies.
Darrel Spacone
February 13, 2017
Dear Benchimol family,
Words cannot describe the anguish that you are feeling over the loss of one of your precious children. Love from our family to yours as you search for a lifetime of healing.
The Spacones
Until We Meet Again
Gigi Buckner
February 13, 2017
Thank You For Your Service
Gigi Buckner
February 13, 2017
Jason & Auntie Gigi- (Love Will Always Be In My Heart For You)
Gigi Buckner
February 13, 2017
Nancy Girard
February 13, 2017
Dr.B and Heidi, I am so sorry for the loss of your son. My heart goes out to you both, and all your family . May God wrap His arms around and comfort you at this time
Lisa Hawkins
February 13, 2017
We are so very saddened by your loss. May you find peace and comfort in your memories.
Lisa, Dan and Katelyn Hawkins
lynn barker
February 13, 2017
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Osnat Teitelbaum
February 13, 2017
Heidi, George, and Matthew: Painfully mourning Jason's passing.
Our love and support,
Osnat, Philip and Yoni
February 13, 2017
Prayers of comfort and peace to you and your family-
The Stearns
John Grantham
February 13, 2017
Dr.Benchimol I was so sorry to hear of your sons death.While I did not know him,I've known you for over 30 years and I know he was raised by a kind,thoughtful,and loving family.My heart and thoughts are with you and your family...
Valerie Atohi
February 13, 2017
Dr Benchimol and Heidi,
My deepest condolences for the loss of Jason. words can't describe how difficult this time is for your family. May you know that you're in my prayers.
February 13, 2017
Dr. B & Heidi:
So sorry for your loss. You're in my thoughts & prayers. May God send you his comfort & wrap you in his arms.
Connie Chaffin
Brittany Stresing
February 12, 2017
I am unable to put into words how sorry I am for the loss of such a great young man. We went to high school together and then had regained our friendship in the past few years. He was a wonderful person and will remain in my thoughts for all the great things he helped me and others with as well as our country. I am at a slight loss for words but want you all to know you all and Jason remain in our thoughts.
John Sudbury
February 12, 2017
We want to convey our deepest condolences over the devastating news of your families loss. our families the Weavers and Sudburys will be praying for yours. I have no words that could lessen the pain and loss over this tragic news. If we can be of any help to please know we are available. Again our hearts and prayers are with you
Bradley Drane
February 12, 2017
Benchimol Family, you guys are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sharon and Charlie Chase/Flournoy
February 12, 2017
Dr. B.
No words can express how saddened we are for you and your family.
Ashley and John Kairalla
February 12, 2017
Dear George and Heidi,
We were so sorry to hear about your loss. Our hearts go out to you and your family, and we hope some peace can be found in the days ahead. Thinking of you,
John and Pam Wright
February 12, 2017
Our hearts are broken by the sad news of the loss of your son and our good friend, Jason. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers, George, Heidi and Matthew. We offer our most sincere condolences.
Sali Raudabaugh
February 12, 2017
Dear Dr. and Mrs. Benchimol,
My sincere condolences for the loss of your son. There are sometimes no words that will bring comfort for your loss. Our prayers go out to you and your loving family.
Diane Hazen
February 12, 2017
George my heart is breaking for you and Heidi. Losing a child has to be the worst thing that can happen to parents. I will keep all of your family in my prayers. God bless all of you.
Diane Hazen
February 12, 2017
Dr. Benchimol,
I am sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are going up for your family.
God Bless,
Jamie Fogarty
Joan Knuth
February 12, 2017
Both of you have my sincere sympathy with the death of your son.
Stella Burnham
February 12, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. May God wrap his loving arms around you and give you strength in the days and weeks ahead.
Barry and Linda
February 12, 2017
Jason was a wonderful son, brother, nephew and grandson and will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. There are no words that will take away your pain, but know we love you. You and your entire family are in our prayers during this most difficult time. May the precious memories that you shared together bring you comfort.
Richard and Marie Sapienza
February 12, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time and we thank and pray for all who gave and still give so much for our great country.
John Walters
February 12, 2017
Dr B
Our sons are close in age and our conversations over the years have shown the love you have for Jason. To a small extent I can understand the huge loss and grief you are experiencing. I send my prayers and heartfelt sympathy to you, your family and Jason.
Holly Parmentier
February 12, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Benchimol Family during this very tough time. Know that you can always remember those wonderful times shared together as a family and that you have a special guardian angel looking over you at all times.
Walter and Holly Parmentier
Sharron Carr
February 12, 2017
My heart and prayers go out to you and your family in this time. I understand what it is to grieve for a son and am so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in knowing he is at peace. Cherish your memories of his youth and your time together as a family. Please know that if I can do anything to help I am here.
Ted and Connie Weseman
February 12, 2017
Our sympathies go out to the Benchimol family in their loss and our thanks go out for the brave who keep us safe
February 12, 2017
Oh my God. Sending love and heartbreak to you, Goerge, Heidi, and Matthew and family. I will be in touch.
Eric Diamond
Jim Galloway
February 12, 2017
I join you in your sorrow and will keep you in my prayers.
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