of Hot Springs, AR
September 17, 1947 - June 14, 2020
John Philip Benton, 72, of Hot Springs, went to his Heavenly home, Sunday, June 14, 2020. He was born September 17, 1947 in Mountain Home, Arkansas to the late Kathleen Rose and Joseph T. Benton Jr.
Phil was a 1965 graduate of Greenbrier High School, where he was an outstanding basketball player. He helped his team win their first Boys State Championship in 1965. He was an All-State Player and was selected to play in the High School All Star Basketball Game in the summer of 1965. His basketball talent earned him a full scholarship to Hendrix College where he played four years and earned a college degree. Phil was a Christian and loved his church at First Lutheran in Hot Springs, AR. He loved visiting with family and friends. Phil also enjoyed fishing, walking, thrift stores, guns, and knives. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Survivors include his loving wife of 25 years, Cheryl Benton, three daughters, Misty (Aaron) Burroughs, Merry (Jason) Stachey and Jessica Daviston, step sons, John Hammons and Justin (Kristy) Hammons, grandchildren, Adam, Andrew and Kaitlyn Burroughs, Logan, Blake and Chase Stachey, Amilia, Bella and Charlotte Daviston, Aubrey, Landon and Haydon Hammons, Lexi and Kayla Hammons, brothers, Joe T. (Linda) Benton III and Russ (Carolyn) Benton.
Funeral Service will be Saturday, June 20, 2020 at 10:00AM at Roller McNutt Funeral Home in Greenbrier with Burial following at East Shady Grove Cemetery in Greenbrier, AR.
General Visitation will be Friday during the hours of 8:00AM- 8:00PM at Roller McNutt Funeral Home in Greenbrier.
Roller McNutt Funeral Homes are complying with the Arkansas Department of Health guidelines and limiting indoor funerals and visitations to 50 people at one time. All attendees must provide and wear their own masks before entering.
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8 Condolence(s)
Marcus and Sara Caruso
Thursday, June 18, 2020
Condolences to all the loving members of the Benton family. Phil will be missed by many.
Marcus and Sara Jan Caruso
Eddie and Joy Kelso
Thursday, June 18, 2020
We are saddened to hear of the loss of Phil. We will be praying for the family.
Buddy Villines
Wednesday, June 17, 2020
My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this time of loss. When I knew him in college, I always thought of him as a really nice guy. We should all drive to be thought of in that way may God bless you and keep you and give you peace.
Buddy Villines, Hendrix College, Class of ‘69
Marilyn
Tuesday, June 16, 2020
Cheryl and Family, my heart is sadden by the precious loss of Phil. I pray you have wonderful memories to comfort and carry with you for the weeks, and months ahead. I remember coming over to Uncle Joe and Aunt Katherines big whitehouse as a child. It was fun running through the pasture with my cousins.
I have always enjoyed my time visiting with Phil and Cheryl in Hot Springs. Phil and Cheryl always welcomed us warmly. Until we meet again Phil ! Hugs and love Marilyn Burnett Rouse
Arkansas Medical Staffing
Tuesday, June 16, 2020
Cheryl and family,
We were saddened to hear of Phil's passing. We pray God's comfort and peace that passes all understanding. We love you and are here for you if you need us.
Sonia, Tammy, and Lacie
Donna (Thorn) Berry
Tuesday, June 16, 2020
Joe & Russ Benton: I'm truly sorry about the passing of Phil. It's probably been 50 or more years since I've seen him. I remember him so well when he played basketball and the year they won the State Championship. May God Bless all of you during this sorrowful time.
Carolyn Burnett Radnedge
Monday, June 15, 2020
Thinking of all of you during this sad time. Praying for your comfort in knowing he his with his heavenly family and savior. Phil was always such a beautiful soul. I always enjoyed hearing his laughter. Cheryl what a loving wife he had in you.
Stephen and Jill (Wright) Smith
Monday, June 15, 2020
Misty & Merry, so sorry for your loss. I know you will miss him. Y’all are in our prayers. Love ya, Jill & Steve Smith.