Dwayne "Dewey" Carlyle Benson, 84 of Winona, died Monday, June 29, 2020 at Lake Winona Manor. Dewey was born on October 2, 1935 in Minneapolis, MN to Albin and Gerda (Johnson) Benson. After high school, Dewey joined the Navy Reserves and proudly served our country. On February 14, 1974 he married Mavis Amundson. Together they made their home in Bloomington before moving to Winona in 1977. Dewey worked as a salesman in the food industry his entire life and had an incredible knack to sell things. He was a member of the American Legion and the Elks and was an avid Minnesota Vikings and Twins fan.
He is survived by his wife, Mavis; children, Randy Benson, Brad (Peg) Benson, Pam (Wayne Fjersted) Benson, Todd (Kari) Benson, and Tim (Jenn Smith) Benson; grandchildren, Candace, Tyler, Nick, Leo, Hannah, and Alli; and niece and nephew, Elizabeth (Tim) Sargent and Chris (Laura) Benson.
Dewey was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Ron (Judy) Benson.
Dewey generously donated his body to the Mayo Clinic Anatomical Bequest Program. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date. Please leave a memory and sign his online guestbook at www.hofffuneral.com. Hoff Celebration of Life Center, Goodview, is assisting the family.
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Kay (Baecker) Dailey wrote on Jul 4, 2020:
"My sympathy to Mavis and family. I worked with Dewey at Nathe?s Meats back in the 80s, and he was the go-to for all questions. Who knew there could be so much to know about giardiniera? He knew so much about so much! I have always been grateful for his help. Godbless. Kay (Baecker) Dailey"
jill mueller wrote on Jul 2, 2020:
"So sorry to hear of Dewey\'s passing.Big hug\'s to Kari and Todd and Dewey\'s family.It is never easy to lose someone you love.Sending prayer\'s May he rest in peace."
Shirley Benedict wrote on Jul 2, 2020:
"My thoughts & prayers are with you Mavis & family. R.I.P. Dewey."
Bob and Janice Haxton wrote on Jul 1, 2020:
"Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. He was a wonderful man. May God wrap His arms around you and give you comfort. The Haxtons"
Christine West and Family wrote on Jul 1, 2020:
"Our thoughts and prayers are with the Benson family. I am so sorry for your loss. Dewey was such a wonderful man and it was a pleasure to meet him. "
Courtney king wrote on Jul 1, 2020:
"He was so wonderful!! Will be greatly missed
Courtney King "
Sue Brimmer and family wrote on Jul 1, 2020:
"Hr was a wonderful person! He will be missed by many. My thoughts go out to his family. Im glad I was able to get to know him."
Julie Moldenhauer wrote on Jul 1, 2020:
"I\'m so sorry for your loss Mavis! Love, hugs and prayers to you and your family!
Julie"
Michele Bellock wrote on Jul 1, 2020:
"My condolences to his family and friends. He was a wonderful gentleman. Glad to have meet him!
Michele Bellock"