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Terry Bruce Benson

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Terry Benson Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Apr. 23, 2003.

Terry Bruce, lifetime resident of Oklahoma City, went to be with his Lord and Savior on April 20, 2003 at the age of 49. He was born Feb. 15, 1954 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to his parents, Philip Winston and Peggy Elizabeth (Newsom) Benson. Terry attended high school at Southeast High School and college at Rose State. Terry worked with his father and mother in their family business, Benson's Graduation Services, for a number of years. When his father became ill, Terry took over the business and operated it up to the day he died. Terry had the most beautiful smile, biggest heart, and a truly caring and sensitive nature. He loved everybody and everybody loved him. His family and friends will sorely miss him. He was preceded in death by his brother, Michael Benson. He is survived by his: daughters: Tara Benson of Houston, Texas, and Natalie Benson of Oklahoma City; a loving wife for 27 years, Cindy Benson of Oklahoma City; parents Phil and Peggy Benson of Oklahoma City; brother, Dr. Mel Benson and wife, Joan of Gainesville, Florida; a number of nephews and nieces; and a host of friends. His life will be celebrated at services being held on Friday, April 25, 2003, 10:00 AM, at Southern Hills Baptist Church (8601 S. Penn) VONDEL L. SMITH & SON MORTUARY 6934 S. Western 634-1439

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April 23, 2003

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April 23, 2003

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MARTY NELSON

April 23, 2003

MY HUSBAND MIKE NELSON WENT TO S.E. HIGH WITH TERRY, WE ARE VERY SAD FOR YOUR LOSS. WE JUST LOST OUR YOUNGEST SON MARK JAN. 24, OF THIS YEAR AND THERE IS NO HURT LIKE THE PAIN OF LOOSING A CHILD NO MATTER WHAT THEIR AGE. OUR SON WAS JUST 22.

OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.

MARTY NELSON

Kathy Cannon

April 23, 2003

I am sorry for your loss of Terry. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

karen barfield

April 23, 2003

Thinking of your family at this time. Wish we could do something to ease the pain you are in our prayers. Love, Karen, Dianne,

Dr. Charles Smith

Susan Houck

April 23, 2003

Terry provided the OUHSC College of Medicine with graduation support for several years. I have only worked with him for two years, but he was always cheerful. He will be missed tremendously in the community. My prayers will be with his family, loved ones, close friends, and staff at Benson's Graduation Services. May the Lord be with Terry and his family in this time of sorrow.

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Sally Gilley

April 23, 2003

Terry and I met a little over five year's ago while working on the graduation services for the OU College of Dentistry together. From the first time I saw Terry I thought what a handsome, pleasant man. As Terry and I became closer friends, I admired his love of life and happy-go-lucky personality. I will remember Terry’s big smile and wonderful blue eyes. I count myself lucky to have known him and to have been called his friend. We shared many happy memories together. He made a difference in my life. I will miss him terribly.

Bonnie (Williams) Taylor

April 23, 2003

I met Terry through a friend. We dated briefly and had some great times together. He was so full of life and treated me very special; even though it was obvious from the start that his heart belonged to someone else. I am so happy that he was able to spend his "married life" with the girl of his dreams.

To Peggy & Phil:

the two of you will always have a special place in my heart! Through the years, I have always remembered how wonderful you treated me when I dated Terry, and what a great example of "family" you displayed. It was so obvious that you loved your three Sons with all of your heart. I'm so sorry that you have had to suffer such tragedy in the loss of Mike and Terry. I want you to know that I share deeply in your sorrow at this most difficult time. May God truly bless you with His peace and comfort.

Donna Emrick

April 23, 2003

I work in the Dean's Office, College of Medicine. Terry and I worked together on many graduations. I will always remember Terry's bright smile. He will be missed immensely by the Dean's Office staff.

MICKEY FENNER

April 23, 2003

TERRY WAS A VERY SWEET PERSON AND VERY GENEROUS. HE WILL BE MISSED, MY THOUGHTS GO OUT TO HIS FAMILY.

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