Benson, Oliver

Passed: 1978-02-06

Age: 73

Source: Charleston Daily Mail

Death Notice:

Obituary Date: 1978-02-08

Information: RAVENSWOOD- Oliver Benson, 73, of Ravenswood, was dead on arrival Monday in Jackson General Hospital, Ripley, after a short illness.  He was a member of Comet United Methodist Church, Ravenswood, and was a retired farmer.  Surviving:  sisters, Mrs. Nina Balser of Ravenswood, Mrs. Georgia Kalt of South Charleston; brothers, Orville of St. Albans, Cleophas of Sandyville, Homer, John and Glen of Ravenswood.  Service will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. in Vail Funeral Home, Ripley, with the Rev. Paul Morrison officiating.  Burial will be in Independence Cemetery, Sandyville.  Friends may call after 2 p.m. at the funeral home.