William Benton Obituary

Today is December 6, 2020. I just learned of my shipmate and mentor’s passing. I was so sad to read of it. Like Chief Bill, I was a USCG Chief Quartermaster, and finished 11 years of active duty determined to fly for an airline. Staying in the reserve, I made master chief QM the year before I became a 737 Captain with Continental Airlines.
Both my wife Jette and I remember Bill and Patricia from when he was serving as XO of USCGC CAPE YORK, in Key West. I had served with Bill aboard Vigilant in New Bedford previously, but was delighted to get acquainted again after two years in Alaska. Fair winds and following seas, Bill. Fondly Remembered.

Billy,
I really enjoyed working with you and getting to know you at Piggly Wiggly, even though there was over 30 years difference in our age, you are one of the best friends I've ever had. You changed my life. Thank-you.
Pals,

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Pat we are so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. Had I took the paper we would have been at either the funeral or the service so sorry we did not learn of Bill's passing until today you know how much Danny and I both thought of Bill he was an inspiration to Danny at the Elks. Please take care and remember that we both love you.
Danny and Pam Axson

To the Benton Family,
We are sorry to hear of Billy's passing. Ed recalls Billy and other Island boys coming to the SI Coast Guard station, playing football and eating ice cream with the crew. Also, while visiting the Charleston Base one day while on leave many years back, he was surprised to encounter Billy and to learn that he had joined the CG.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bless you with many happy memories.
Louise (Tapio) and Ed Huff

Dear Pat and fmaily,
I was so sorry to hearing the passing of Cousin Billy. He always made me laugh so. I knew he loved his family , his church, and served his nation. What a full life and now he is at peace. Lots of love,
Mary Jo McInerny and family

i am sorry to about your lost,may GOD bless and comfort you and your family.

To the Benton Family,

We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband, father, brother and friend. In the days to come always remember the wonderful memories you all have shared. He will be watching over you to help you through the tough times, but remember he is right their with you laughing, crying and helping you through whatever it is you need help with. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Johanna, John and Patricia Tapio

Benton Family,
I am so sorry to hear about Billy. I know it has been a long struggle. Dottie, just wanted you to know that I am thinking of you. I am out West and will not be home for another 2 weeks. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Lynn Ward & Family

Sending the family positive energies of peace, joy, justice and the knowledge that we are all connected in life and death. I was happy to have been a classmate of Bill.

Frances Anne Smith Harter
Belleville IL

To the entire Benton family. I am saddened to read in this mornings paper of Billy's death. I was completely supprised. I had seen him at Alex's every now and then but not recently. I remember the good old days on the island when we young and did not know or care what he future held for us. I will hold you in my prayers and may the lord GOD comfort you during these difficult times. Please excuse me if I do not make the visitation or Funeral; I have my own health problems.