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Blair Benton Obituary

Blair Benton Riverview, FL - Benton, Blair C., 63, of Riverview Fl., passed away on September 2, 2017. Blair was born on September 1, 1954 in Charleston, SC to James and Jacqueline Benton. He graduated from St. John's High School on Johns Island, SC. He proudly served the USS J.F. Kennedy, CV67. He went on to become an aircraft mechanic at Pensacola NARF/NADEP. Blair had a unique outlook on life that he expressed in a colorful manner. He passed this trait down to his daughter, Adrianne. He was a life time member of the NRA and a dog and cat lover in denial. Blair was a loving husband, daddy, papa, and brother. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Claire; daughter Adrianne (Frank) Galvin; brother, Rodney (Janette) Benton; sisters, Patricia (Art) Benton, Michelle (Ed) Shank, and Sharon (David) Helps; and grandchildren, Claire Noss, Bradley Galvin, and Benton Noss. There will be a graveside service on Saturday, September 16, 2017 at 10am at Serenity Meadows Memorial Park, Garden of Peace. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the NRA or your local Hospice. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Sep. 12 to Sep. 13, 2017.

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Vickie Bryan Glover

September 7, 2025

Remembering Blair and thinking and praying for family.

Margie Dotlich

October 5, 2017

I waited to post something because it's hard to come up with the right words.
I've known Blair and Claire for over 30 years.
There wasn't anything that Blair wouldn't do to help someone.
He was a hard worker, and loved his family.
He had an interesting sense of humor, one which his daughter has continued on with.
You will be missed Blair.
Thanks for all that you've helped with, most of all , being there for Claire .
You are free of pain and we shall all meet again some glorious day.

Randal Harrison

September 14, 2017

My condolences to his entire family. Blair and I were in the same squadron in the Navy, worked at NADEP, NAS Pensacola together, and worked on helicopters for Sikorsky together, after NADEP. He was always a pleasure to be with; had a good sense of humor.

Sherron Inabinett

September 14, 2017

Dear Claire & Family, I am so very sorry for your loss. You and the whole family are in my thoughts and prayers. Sadly, another Islander passed away too young.

Allen Miller

September 13, 2017

Claire, I am so sorry to hear of Blairs Passing. You and your whole family are in my prayers. You know that you will always have a special place in my heart. Please be strong and take care of yourself.

Vickie Bryan Glover

September 13, 2017

I am so very sorry for your loss. Gone too soon. Thoughts and prayers for Claire and family.

Mary DeWitt

September 13, 2017

Claire, Adrianne and family, I'm very sorry to have learned of Blair's passing. I know all of you will miss him very much. Claire it was nice talking with you, but wish it had been under different circumstances.

Brandi Crouse

September 13, 2017

Dear aunt Claire and Adrianne
I am so very sorry for the loss of uncle Blair he was a great man very kind and loving and we will forever miss him our thoughts and prayers are with you
Love always and forever
Brandi Ron
Madison and Mikayla

September 13, 2017

I am so sorry and stunned to hear of Blair's passing. Claire you & your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Cyndi Jolly

September 13, 2017

Claire,

I'm so sorry for your loss. I hope you will find comfort and healing in the coming days. You and your family will be in my prayers.

Doretta (Parler) Beichner

September 13, 2017

I am so sorry to hear about Blair, I went to school with him and Claire. Praying for you all at this time.

Serenity Meadows Memorial Park & Funeral Home

September 12, 2017

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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Serenity Meadows Memorial Park, Garden of Peace

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