Corey James Benson

1959 - 2022

Corey James Benson, 62, of Manchester, NH passed away unexpectedly on February 5th, 2022. He was born on March 24th 1959 in Somerville, MA.

Corey was raised and spent most of his childhood in Arlington, MA where he attended Arlington High class of '77. After High School he worked as a youth counselor for several years, a position in which he was very talented and well-suited for. Corey was a tremendously hard worker throughout his life and had many close colleagues and co-workers wherever he went. He would later work as a vendor for Melo-Tone after which he ventured into starting his own business, Name Your Game. He would finish his career as a manager for International Car Parts in Manchester, NH.

Those who had the privilege of knowing Corey will remember him as handsome, passionate and big-hearted. He was a loving father and friend to many. He always loved animals, as he owned many throughout his life and he is now with J.D, Cajun Butkus, Keeva and Juno in heaven. His love for Harley's was known by all. Above all else, Corey loved his family. At age 13 he met the love of his life Marianne, who was at his side until the very end. He will be dearly missed by all whose lives he touched.

Corey is predeceased by his father Frank Tumblin Sr. and his mother Sandra Steeves. He is survived by his ex-wife Marianne Benson; son Tyler James Benson and his wife Laura; son Conor James Benson; daughter Leighann Benson; daughter Katrina Scarlett Kite and her wife Savanah; sister Leslie Dahan; sister Kimberly Smith; Aubrey Steeves; grandchildren Josh, Layne, Lillian, Charlotte & Willow; his Tumblin family which includes Kimberlee Fournier; Sheryll Tumblin; Tammy Tumblin; Franklin Tumblin Jr., Dereck Tumblin and Darleen Tumblin; as well as many nieces, nephews, loved family, friends and co-workers.

A celebration of Corey's life will be held at a later date.

Donations in his memory can be made out to the Humane Society.