John Benson

John S. Benson, 67 of Hatley, formerly of Wausau, passed away on Friday December 12, 2014 at Ministry St Clare's Hospital in Weston.

John was a patriot, outdoorsman, entrepreneur and faithful servant of God. Characterized by a witty and sharp sense of humor with a quick smile, John was always willing to lend a helping hand to friends, neighbors, and fellow churchmen. As John used to say, there are no strangers, only those who have yet to become friends.

Early in his career, John got started working in banking and carried that experience into farm equipment, trucking, home construction and sales. An aficionado of fast cars and coffee shops, John thoroughly enjoyed the outdoors, hunting, cribbage and motorcycles. Most recently, John was an impactful ambassador and spokesperson for the Livestrong program at the Weston YMCA. John was a strong, proud and loving man as well as a supportive son, identical twin, husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather.

John is survived by his wife Sandy (Blanchard); his mother Ruth; twin brother Mike; sister-in-law Paulette; four children John, Jennifer, Philip and Meredith; nephew Jeff; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and former wives Rosemary (Fritz) and Donna (Selby). John's friends and family will dearly miss him.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 17th at Bethany Baptist Church, located at 6601 Alderson St, Schofield from 10am to 12pm, with a memorial service and lunch to follow.

A memorial will be made in John's name to the Livestrong program at the Weston YMCA. Please direct your donations to the family at Bethany Baptist Church.