John Joseph Benjamin Sr.

John Benjamin passed on July 12, 2026, at the age of 86. He was born on February 14, 1940, a son of the late James and Mary Benjamin.He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force before returning home to build a life centered on family and community.John was a faithful member of North Scipio Community Church, where he found great joy in playing the violin during worship services. He especially loved sharing the timeless melodies of the old hymns.A lifelong car enthusiast, John could often be found restoring and building engines for his classic cars and trucks or admiring old hot rods and Harley-Davidson motorcycles. One of his favorite pastimes was taking rides with his beloved wife, Connie, in a Harley equipped with a sidecar so they could enjoy the open road together.
John never met a stranger. He loved to talk, share stories, and strike up conversations with anyone he met. Above all else, John's greatest love was his family.