Troy Wayne Benson

Troy Wayne Benson was born February 17, 1949, the son of the late Bedford and Ruth Benson. On November 28, 1969, he married Joyce Ann Benson, who survives. 

A man of profound faith, Troy attended Walnut Grove Church of Christ until he wasn’t able to. He enjoyed fishing and watching westerns. Lovingly known as PawPaw, Troy was always there for his grandchildren, whether it was to teach a life lesson or give them a good laugh. 

Troy left his earthly home on February 22, 2025 at the age of 76 years and 5 days. 

In addition to his wife of 55 years, he is survived by his daughters, Shelia May and husband Bubba and Jeannie Bonee and husband Donald; son, Jamie Benson and wife Kim; 11 grandchildren, Rocky, Tyler, Kelsey, Tiffany, Taylor, Haley, Austin, Cheyenne, Anna, Peyton, and Alex; 8 great grandchildren; and sisters, Nadine Bailey and Reba Copeland. 

Along with his parents, Troy was preceded in death by his daughter, Melinda White; brothers, Robert Benson, Garland Benson, Hershel Benson, Harold Benson, and Edward Benson; and sisters, Oneida Higgins and Hazel Wisdom. 

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Charcot Marie Tooth Association at https://www.cmtausa.org/ways-to-give/donatecmta/.