Francis Thomas Benson Jr.'s Obituary
Francis (Fran) Thomas Benson Junior, 81, passed away peacefully at home on May 17, 2024 with
family present.
Fran was born August 26, 1942 in Baltimore, MD to Francis Thomas and Esther (Sauers) Benson. He
married Shirley (Rose) Corbett on July 10, 1979.
Fran was one of the first metal framers in MD and became a teacher for others in that area, He was
also skilled in Layout and Drywall hanging.
He was a dancer and costume maker for the Miami Mummers. He enjoyed his vegetable gardens
and giving away the excess produce. Being a Nascar fan lead to designing and selling display cases
for Nascar collectibles.
Fran is lovingly remembered for all his truth-based stories. We will all miss that.
He is survived by his loving wife, Shirley. He was preceded in death by his parents, aunts, uncles
and cousins.
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