Benton Anderson

BENTON ANDERSON…Tree Hugger…Beezer left us Saturday, Feb. 21, 2015 at the age of 39. Loved by so many, he never met a stranger, and never held back. He lived his life at full blast, everything he did he was all in, everyone he loved he loved unconditionally and everyone he helped was better for it. Benton was always the champion for the underdog, the advocate for the downtrodden, the protector of the environment and the rescuer of the desperate. His passions were philosophical conversations, communing with nature, developing environmentally friendly ways of life and fellowship with his family and friends. He was also a perfect example of the old adage "You can't judge a book by its cover." The book that was Benton Anderson contained some of the most amazing chapters. The kind of book that you couldn't help but be drawn to, and once you opened the cover, you learned things about the world according to Benton that truly made you stop and think. The final chapter of his book has been written, but the impact and the strength for its readers will live on, and hopefully be better people because of it. The world will miss you, Benton Anderson. Benton is survived by his cherished daughter, Eden Grace (Oliver); his wife of eight years, Sally Anderson; his parents, David (Winona) Anderson and Cynthia (Bob) Newman; brother, Austin Anderson; sister, Lydia Anderson and a community of friends and family. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in honor of Benton to the Dunbar Garden. www.dunbargarden.org. Online obituary at www.SmithFamilyCares.com.