William Benton Obituary

Dear dear Eunice and Michael-I am so sad to hear of Bill´s passing. Wish I could have made it to the memorial...am holding you both close in my heart every day. Such wonderful memories of your sweet family, I will always remember! God bless y´all, really miss you both

I am so thankful and privileged to have known Bill and worked for him for the past 25 years. During the time I have known him, he has always been ethical, kind, generous, humble and had a great sense of humor. I LOVED his stories of growing up in Winston Salem! At work, Bill could "logic" through any problem and stick with it until there was a solution. I think we worked on a property refinancing for three years. He never gave up and got the job done. During the past year or so, when he could be complaining, he was just "struggling right along" and had something humorous to say and asked about life at the office. He enjoyed seeing pictures of my grands especially the red headed one, reminding him of his sisters. He dearly loved Michael which was so evident when he received a package or call from him. He was thankful that Michael came to be with him this past year. My condolences to all his family as they carry on without him. Bill Benton, I can certainly say, you have had a life well lived! You will be missed!!!

Bill was related to my wife by marriage. I worked with him on the board of Carolina Chamber Symphony (now Music Carolina) and grew to admire his generosity and wise counsel. We had numerous pleasant musical evenings at Zevely House when he was proprietor. He will be missed, but not forgotten.

Recevez mes très sincères condoléances et l´expression de ma plus profonde sympathie.

So grateful for Bill´s support and wise counsel as a member of the WSSU Foundation Board of Directors.

Eunice, my old pal and I drifted apart as our work worlds dramatically changed but I stayed up to speed on Bills world through mutual friends but then they all moved or died! Sorry for your loss and Evelyn´s and I send our sympathies with really good memories!

So many great memories of Bill, and all of you. You are in my thoughts and prayers. With love.

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Dear Eunice and Michael,
We send our sympathies and loving thoughts. Having known and worked as volunteers under Eunice's wise guidance at the UU Congregation of Oxford Mississippi, Roger and I send you our warmest condolences and love.
Mari and Roger Kuhnle

Bill lived next door for decades and we raised families together. I appreciated so much his friendship and kindness he extended to all. As a real estate entrepreneur he was a true visionary with a standard of unique quality in all he created. His love of historic preservation was a credit to Winston-Salem. I loved the historic Zevely House Restaurant circa 1815 landmark he owned and frequented often sitting beside a lit fireplace on cold nights greeting us at the door with a toast and smile. His Father was Mayor of Winston-Salem for years and built a trucking empire across America. The name Benton graces municipal buildings here in this community a tribute of this family Goodwill. Prayers and Blessings to my friend Bill for building upon his distinguished legacy.

So many memories. Surprise 40th birthday party at Inlet Inn. Letting Jon climb out the sun roof on his new BMW. Bill and Jon squirting water everywhere from the new Jaccuzzi, trips to Figure 8, and sharing office space in the Taylor House. Fair winds and following seas, Sir

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

A kind man who did so much for so many. Prayers to the family.