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Steven Lonnell Benson
1961 - 2025
Steven Benson Obituary
August 12, 1961 - June 20, 2025
Steven Lonnell Benson, 63 passed away unexpectedly Friday June 20, 2025, in Tulsa, OK.
Stevie was born August 12, 1961, in Moline, IL to James R. and Margaret (Armstrong) Benson.
Stevie graduated from Rock Island High School in 1979. He loved to cook, whether in the kitchen or on the grill and you didn't want to miss his meals. He loved traveling and listening to his blues. Stevie also loved to talk and would talk to anyone that would listen; he definitely had the gift of gab.
Those left to cherish his memory are his sons, Aaron DeLaRosa, Andrell DeLaRosa, Andrico DeLaRosa, Mario Welch all of Davenport and Chavaras Benson, Minnesota, granddaughters, Elise, Mia, Alivia, Andreja, Luna, Zendaya, grandsons, Andreas, Andrell Jr, Korde, Davion, sister Vanessa Benson, brothers Herbert Benson and Michael Benson all of Davenport, Aunt Rose Ellis, Little Rock, AR and his lifelong friend Dale Ganaway, Davenport.
Stevie was preceded in death by his daughters Shalonda Benson and Jasmine Benson, grandson Kendall DeLaRosa, sister Katina Benson and his parents.
Celebration of Life will be held at The Broadway.
2115 4th Ave R.I. IL.
Sunday July 20th 3 p.m.-7 p.m.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
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Barbrie (Reveal) Denato
Earlier today
So sorry for the family´s loss. I graduated with Stevie from Rocky! RIP Stevie you are loved and missed but will never be forgotten! Hugs and prayers to his family and friends!
Melanie Meersman
Earlier today
Vanessa and family, I am sorry for your loss of your brother. My thoughts are with you.
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