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Robert Benton

April 9, 1952-May 9, 2008

POSTED: May 12, 2008

Robert Benton, 56, Minot, passed away Friday, May 9, 2008, in a Minot hospital.


Robert Francis Benton was born April 9, 1952, the son of John and Elaine (Oothoudt) Benton in Minot. He was raised and educated in Minot. 


Rob was a self-employed carpenter and handyman. He was a soft-hearted man who enjoyed country music, cooking and most of all tinkering in his workshop. He will be sincerely missed.


Surviving family includes: sisters, Rebecca (Roger) Luck, Minot, Debi Benton, Wilmington, Del.; brother-in-law, George Gladysz, New York; many nieces and nephews; his loving partner, Sherri Presscot, Minot; and many, many loving friends.


Robert was preceded in death by his parents; older brother, Jack, and infant brother, Gary.


Funeral: Today (Monday, May 12, 2008) at 3 p.m. at Thompson-Larson Funeral Home, Minot.


Interment: Rosehill Memorial Park, Minot.


Visitation: Today (Monday) from 10 a.m. to service time at Thompson-Larson Funeral Home, Minot.


In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to Bread of Life Lutheran Church in Minot.


Those wishing to sign the online register and share memories may access the online obituaries section at (www.thompsonlarson.com).
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DebiBenton
05-12-08 2:30 PM
"Robbie" is my baby brother and I already miss him more than words can relay.

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