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Donald Benson Obituary
Donald Lee Benson passed into eternity on Friday, June 23, 2017. He was born October 1, 1944 in Redlands, CA and was raised in Medford, OR.
Don served our country for five years and was honorably discharged from the Army. He graduated from Cal State Northridge with his bachelor's degree. Most of his teaching career was spent at Arroyo Seco Junior High School in Valencia, CA.
Don lived in Santa Clarita, CA and had a great group of friends. He enjoyed fishing, camping, visiting his family and spending time at the VFW. He was well loved by those who knew him.
He is survived by his wife of 16 ½ years, Marilynn Benson; two children, Beth Diehl and Neal Benson; five grandchildren; two brothers, Jim Benson and Bob Gilligan ~all who will miss him dearly. Don was preceded in death by his parents.
The Signal, July 4, 2017
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Kathleen Brad
July 4, 2022
I'm so sorry. You were the first man I lovedm
June 2, 2018
Another great teacher lost! RIP Mr. Benson
July 5, 2017
I worked with Don at Arroyo Seco in the 1980's. Great guy. Prayers to the family.
Ken W.
Linda (Carlson) Spahr
July 3, 2017
Thank you for seeing through my teenage facade and speaking truth to me. May your family be blessed by the amazing legacy you left in so many lives.
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July 2, 2017
Thoughts and prayers go out to your family and friends.
Kariann Brown-Hollenbeck
July 2, 2017
One of the best teachers I ever had!! You will be missed
Kevin Miner
July 2, 2017
I had the pleasure of having Mr. Benson when I attended Arroyo Seco and remember his funny, kind and caring demeanor and how much he made his class fun while also making sure we learned what he was teaching us. My thoughts and prayers are with his family during these difficult times.
Elizabeth Diehl McCormack.
July 2, 2017
Thank you Mr. Benson for being such am amazing teacher! You inspired me in countless ways when I was a 7th grader many years ago. I wish I had the chance to tell you in person. May you rest in peace. My thoughts are with your family at this time.
Marguerite Martin-Berg
July 2, 2017
Fond memories of a truly special person and a great teacher.
Kathleen Penrice
July 2, 2017
Mr. Benson touched many of us at Arroyo Seco. I shared his obituary to a Facebook page today. Saugus High 80s Style. Many former students are sharing memories there. Several are remembering certain lessons and activities he did with us. Others, like me, have shared how he influenced us as teachers. Almost all are reacting with love and tears. How can he be gone?!
We all were blessed to have his calm, compassion, and knowledge in our lives during those challenging years in junior high.
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