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Richard Benton
1936 - 2025
UPCOMING SERVICE
Memorial Service
Nov. 9, 2025
1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Madison Campus Seventh-day Adventist Church
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Barry is survived by his beloved wife of 49 years, Sandy, as well as his daughter, Blake Benton Westfall (Fred), and son, David Benton (Kelli). He was the proud grandfather of Veronica Victor (Colin), Christina Westfall, Arthur Gauthier Benton, and Alice Gauthier Benton.
He is also survived by his sisters, Katherine Benton Wright (Welton) and Nancy Lee Benton Frederick, as well as his cherished nieces and nephews-his "niblings"-many of whom, along with his sisters, still reside in Lexington.
A memorial service will take place on Nov. 9 at 1:30 p.m. CT, at the Madison Campus Seventh-Day Adventist Church: 607 Larkin Springs Rd., Madison, TN 37115.
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Jim Cammack
October 31, 2025
Many fond memories of Barry. He was a true friend, heck of a pilot and fellow ham radio guy. One of a kind.
Don Blevins
October 30, 2025
I first met Barry at Morton school in 7th grade and continued as classmates thru high school at Henry Clay. Barry was well liked by all and his passing is sad news for all our school chums. Condolences to his loved ones.
Don Todd
October 30, 2025
Practiced law with Barry in the 70's. Had a lot of laughs together. A great guy.
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