Charles "Larry" Lawrence Benson Jr.

November 20, 1933 - August 12, 2020

Charles “Larry” Lawrence Benson, Jr., 86, formerly of Springfield, IL passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 12, 2020 at Sunny Acres Nursing Home in Petersburg, IL. Larry was born November 20, 1933, the son of Charles L. Benson, Sr. and Betty M. (Motzeck) Benson. He married Doris (Homer) Benson on November 19, 1955. He was preceded in death by his parents and half-sister, Janet Gillespey. Larry was a member of St. Joseph Church, Springfield. He was a veteran of the US Navy and served during the Korean War. Larry worked as a salesman throughout his career and enjoyed being around people. He had the gift of gab and didn’t know a stranger. Larry had a kind heart, always wanted to help others and was quick to reach out a loving hand. Larry was a proud husband, father and grandfather who adored his family. Like his loving wife Doris, he was a life-long, diehard Chicago Cubs fan. Surviving are his wife, Doris Benson, six children; Gary (Deborah) Benson, Larry (Diana) Benson, Cathy (Dale) Helton, Debbie (Sam) Tuley, Carolyn (Travis) March, and John (Teresa) Benson; twelve grandchildren; Bret, Abbey, Michael, John, Ryan (Rebecca), Charlie (Angela), Marie, Alex (Kristin), Charla (Thomas), Christina (Ryan), Scot, and Sydney (JP); and six great grandchildren; Noah, Adlyn, Braxton, Ellie, Lily, and Calvin. Due to COVID-19, private family burial will be held at Camp Butler National Cemetery. A celebration of life will be planned at a later date. Hurley Funeral Home in Petersburg is in charge of arrangements. Larry’s family would like to send a special thank you to the staff of Sunny Acres for all the love, compassion and care they provided to our husband, father and grandfather. They truly were the angels who watched over our loved one. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Sunny Acres Activity Department, 19130 Sunny Acres Rd., Petersburg, IL 62675. Please visit hurleyfh.com to share memories and leave condolences.