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William "Bill" Benson Jr.

William "Bill" Benson Jr. obituary, Central Falls, RI

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William Benson Obituary

CENTRAL FALLS - William "Bill" Benson Jr., 70, passed at home on April 4th surrounded by loving family. He was the husband of Dolores C. (Patry) Benson. They would have been married for 50 years this November. Born in Central Falls, a son of the late William Benson Sr. and Edith (Doran) Benson. He had been employed by the City of Central Falls as the Animal Control Officer, then worked for Dunbar Armored Car for many years and as Councilman for Ward 5, becoming City Council President for nine years. Bill was a combat medic during the Vietnam War.
Besides his wife he is survived by two daughters, Samantha A. Branco and her husband Nuno, Rhoda N. Benson and her fiancé, Homer Lafond III; a son, William Benson; a grandson, Steven J. Benson; a granddaughter, Sarah J. Branco; a brother, Thomas Benson and many nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Alan Benson.
Calling hours will be held Sunday, April 9th from 11 until 2pm followed by a service at 2pm and military honors in the Keefe Funeral Home, Five Higginson Ave., Lincoln. Burial will be private at the R.I. Veterans Memorial Cemetery. Visit www.thekeefefuneralhome.com

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Published by Pawtucket Times from Apr. 5 to Apr. 13, 2017.

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Ms. Zimmerman

April 10, 2017

A life well lived gives credit to our Creator who made us in his image Genesis 1:27. It is no small wonder that we thirst for life to realize our dreams and to search for new adventures. One day soon, our Creator will provide an environment in which we no longer cry from the pain of death. My sincere hope for you and your family.

Michael Lizotte Frank Lizotte's Glass co.

April 9, 2017

Our deepest sympathies to the Benson family
Bill will truly be missed and always in our memories.
Truly a man of his word and a true friend.
May God bless you and your family

Kevin Peltier

April 7, 2017

To the Benson family....I'm very sorry to hear about your Dad. May he rest in peace.

Lucy& Ronald Laflamme

April 6, 2017

Always a man of his word. Great councilman for the city of Central Falls. He will be missed

Karol Machado

April 6, 2017

Thanks for letting me take Sammy from the shelter when they said no. He lived sixteen years. I love you and I'll miss you.

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