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Obituary: Frank Robert Benson Dies at 88

The following obituary was provided by Buckmiller Brothers Funeral Home in Naugatuck.

BEACON FALLS — Frank Robert Benson, 88, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Thursday, January 26, 2012. He was the widower of Sarah (Watters) Benson.

Mr. Benson was born on May 4, 1923 in Middlebury a son of the late Oscar Benson and Alma (Hallene) Benson. He was retired from New Haven Copper Company where he worked for many years. He enjoyed being with friends and family, building stonewalls, fixing cars, farm equipment and attending car shows.

He is survived by two daughters, Roberta Ferla and her husband Salvatore of Southington, Lea Rocco and her husband Bruno of Hamden, one son, Ronald J. Benson and his wife Laura of Melbourne, Australia, his five grandchildren, Tyler, Todd, Alexander, Breanna and Samantha and several nieces and nephews.

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He was predeceased by his two sisters, Irene Wininger and Emily Houle and four brothers, William, Herbert, David and George.

The funeral service will be held on Wednesday, February 1, 2012 at 11 a.m. at the Buckmiller Brothers Funeral Home, 26 Waterbury Rd, Rte. 69, Prospect. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Friends may call at the funeral home on Tuesday evening January 31, 2012 from 5-8 p.m.

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In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to: Beacon Falls Ambulance Corp. 35 North Main Street Beacon Falls, CT 06403.


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