William Arthur Benjamin Jr.

April 29, 1927 - April 27, 2018

William Arthur Benjamin, Jr., 90 of Hot Springs, Arkansas passed away Friday, April 27th, 2018. He was born April 29, 1927 in Bloomington, Illinois to William and Grace (nee Kline) Benjamin, Sr. Bill spent his childhood in Bloomington and following high school enlisted in the Navy. He was honorably discharged and returned home to attend Illinois Wesleyan University. Bill was a member of Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity. During college, Bill met the love of his life Joan Ruth Ericzon. In 1951 they were married and were the proud parents of Deborah Ann and William Blake. Bill moved his family to Glen Ellyn, Illinois. He worked for 29 years at the House of Stainless and at his retirement was referred to as “The Man” at the House. Bill was a resident of Arkansas and was active in the Hot Springs Village VFW post, Hot Springs Village Lions club; Masonic Lodge; Shriners and Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity. He was predeceased by his wife Joan Benjamin and sisters, Barbara and Sally. Survivors include his children W. Blake Benjamin and Deborah Benjamin. The family would like to thank Kay, James, Kathy, Stephanie and the wonderful staff at the Atrium for their help and friendship.