Gale Benton, Jr.

Gale Benton, Jr., 42, of the Beech Creek Community, passed away Tuesday, June 6, 2023, at his home. He was a graduate of Volunteer High School, class of 1999. Gale was a loving father, son, brother, friend, and grandfather to be.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Gale Benton, Sr., and Judy Benton; and nephew, John Wesley Williams.

Gale is survived by his daughter, Brooke Benton; son, Duston Benton and wife Savannah; granddaughter to be, Raelynn Benton; sister, Shelia Dorton and husband Bobby; brother Robbie Benton and wife Michelle; special cousin, Tom Shelton and wife Megan; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

The family will receive friends from 5 to 6 p.m. on Friday, June 9, 2023, at Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Home, Kingsport. A Celebration of Life service will follow at 6 p.m. with Bro. Terry Roberts officiating.