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Gerald T. Benson, age 83, of Milford, has passed away on March 27, 2026
He found quiet happiness tending to his flower and vegetable gardens, digging in the dirt, and spreading layers of rich mulch.
Gerald T. Benson, 83, of Milford, beloved spouse of Judith Benson for 54 years, passed away on March 27, 2026. Born on May 17, 1942, he was the son of the late Bernhardt and Helen Benson.
Jerry proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam era, a commitment that stayed with him throughout his life. After his service, he worked for many years as a carpenter and later as an operating room associate at Yale, where he was respected for his reliability and strong work ethic.
He formed lifelong friendships with a group affectionately known as the “Goombas”: Bobby, Ronny, Pat, Nicky, and the late Paul. Those friendships stood the test of time, and their semiannual gatherings were a constant source of laughter, loyalty, and connection. He studied political science at UNH and maintained a steady interest in current events and had a love for history.
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Jerry loved sports and was a devoted fan of the NY Giants, the NY Yankees, and UConn Women’s and Men’s Basketball. He found quiet happiness tending to his flower and vegetable gardens, digging in the dirt, and spreading layers of rich mulch. For Jerry, there was never enough mulch.
In addition to his wife, Judy, Jerry is survived by his children, Jennifer Fatemi and husband Matthew, and Jon Benson; his grandchildren, Caitlin Peden and husband Tyler, Patrick McKelvey and wife Yashi Severson, Ellie Fatemi, Devon Verma, Austin Benson, and Olivia Benson; his great granddaughter, Mila; his nieces and nephew, Cheryl Padilla, Cassandra Nieves, and Omal Padilla; and great nephews, Logan and Cody. Jerry was predeceased by his sister, Gale Benson-Padilla.
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Friends and family are invited to gather from 4 pm to 8 pm on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at the Cody-White Funeral Home, 107 Broad Street, Milford, CT. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 am on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at Saint Mary Church (Precious Blood Parish), 70 Gulf Street, Milford, CT. Military Honors will immediately follow and will be served at the church. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association at heart.org.
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