Timothy A. Benson, 51 of Merrillville, Indiana passed away on Sunday night May 24, 2020. He is survived by his Mother, Sheryle Benson and Sister, Robin Benson. He was preceded in death by his Father, Jerome (Jerry) Benson (1/30/18) and Brother, Jerome Benson Jr.(12/21/70). He was one of 25 Benson Grandchildren to Lloyd Sr. and Rose Benson. He was also one of 8 Clark Grandchildren to Merritt and Laura Clark. He is survived by many loving cousins.
Timmy as he was known by is family, was a 1986 graduate of Merrillville High School. He then went on to various positions at the Chicago Board of Trade. His hobbies included sailing and boating with his cousin Butch with the Chicago Yacht Club atMonroe Harbor. Which also included his work as part of the sailing crew with the Motion Picture “The Jackal” in 1997, that was filmed in Chicago. He enjoyed computers and gaming. He was a lover of SciFi and his favorites were the complete Star Wars stories, Doctor Who and the Hobbit and Lord of the Rings. Timmy loved animals. He was baptized and confirmed at Emmanuel Lutheran Church.
Per his wishes, he was cremated. Due to the COVID19 Pandemic, a memorial service will be held a later date.
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