Andrew James "A.J." Benjamin

My family and I lived down the hill from AJ when he lived in Grandview, Iowa. When my children met him they were instant AJ fans. We went to the Snow Bowl to watch him ride. He signed pictures and gave the kids T shirts. My son Wyatt would ride up the hill on his 4wheeler and visit AJ on a daily basis. They welded several things together using horseshoes. I'm not really sure what they talked about, but I can tell you AJ made a big impact on Wyatt and the man he has become today. He took the time out of his schedule to spent it with a 12 year old kid. That's just the kind of person he was. He was a great father and friend. We will all miss him very much. The Cook Family(Robert, Tonya, Tiffany, and Wyatt).

We are so sorry for your loss.

Words cannot express how much I'll miss AJ. He started out as one of my customers and became a friend. My thoughts and prayers to the family

I met AJ when he was at QLF.My Lynn worked with him and they became fast friends till we lost Lynn 2 years ago to cancer.Come to find out that AJ and my son in law Randy Hagemann were childhood friends.Small world!He was a wonderful guy and such a loving father.My thoughts and prayers are with you.

So, so sorry for your loss. AJ was such a sweet good- natured young man. Our prayers are with your family

I had AJ in class his senior year at ISU. I always enjoyed his positive attitude and contributions. I also remember the surprise when he came to class with a cast after getting hurt on a bull. I had no idea before that this slender, mild-mannered young man rode bulls for the fun of it. I am sorry for your loss. My life is richer having having such a great young man in my class.

Dear Anne and family

My heart hurts for you all. God's peace to you. We love you, Susan and your Mercy family.

I will always remember AJ as one of the best, best student, best worker, best friend to all

My heart goes out to Andrew's family, I have spent time with Andrew when we worked together at QLF.... Wonderful man he will be missed.....
Larry Malone Malone Bulldozing Inc. Dunlap, Ia.