He is survived by his wife, Melissa Benfield of Gilbertsville. Three daughters, Heather Benfield of Louisville, Kentucky; Amber Walker of Louisville, Kentucky; and Hannah Grimes of St. Louis, Missouri. One brother, Max Benfield of North Charleston, South Carolina; one sister, Helen Sigmon of Hickory, North Carolina; and three grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Marvin Jacob Benfield and Pheribee Icard; and one brother- in -law.
Memorial services are planned for later date. Lindsey Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.