Robert P Benson

Robert P. Benson, 77, a retired electrical supervisor for The Narragansett Electric Company passed away peacefully on July 26, 2024, surrounded by his wife and two daughters.

He was the beloved husband of Sue Benson (Lawson). Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Arthur and Dorothy Benson. Robert was the loving father of Lisa Baccari and her husband Bernie and Lori Langevin and her husband Michael. Stepfather of Kyle Wallor and his wife Sue and Bryce Wallor. He was loving Papa Bob to Alexandra, Mikayla, Zach, Jake and Maddy. Brother of Joan Surbuts, Michael Benson and Mark Benson. He is also survived by nieces and nephews. He loved his new puppy, Arthur. 

Robert served his country honorably in the U.S. Air Force and was a veteran of the Vietnam War. He was an avid Boston Bruins fan and loved to play and watch golf. He loved to travel with his friends and kayak on the Pemi river. He also loved to read and do crossword puzzles. 

On August 9, 2024, at 2:00 pm, he will be laid to rest with military honors in the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery located at 110 Daniel Webster Highway, Boscawen, NH 03303. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the American Lung Association: 

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The Cremation Society of New Hampshire has been entrusted with arrangements. To view an online tribute, leave a message of condolence or for more information please visit ww.csnh.com.