Todd Roland Benson, age 61, passed away on Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at his residence in Wascott, WI.

He was born on November 8, 1961, in Ashland, WI, the son of Roland and Nancy (Hauser) Benson. After more than eighteen years together, he was united in marriage to Julianne Jean Wing on September 17, 2022 at their residence in Wascott.

Todd started his career as a math teacher and basketball coach in Osceola, WI and later in Minong, WI. After teaching, Todd became a salesman for Link Recreational in Minong, and would later become the owner. Overall, he spent 37 years with the company and greatly enjoyed all the friendships he made along the way. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and loved the game of basketball and cooking for all his family and friends.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Julianne Benson of Wascott, WI; his children, Matt Benson of Plymouth, MN, Sarah (Kaisha) Benson of Plymouth, MN, Katie (Derek) Denninger of Minong, WI, Brandi (Taylor) Bordelon of Queen Creek, AZ and Riley (Ryan) Anderson of Solon Springs, WI; his seven grandchildren, Carson, Kloe, Adalyn, Kinsleigh, Theilen, Brooks, and Liam; his siblings, Sally (Mark) Paitl of Lacrosse, WI, Sandra (Dean) Olson of Drummond, WI, and Tom (Julie) Benson of Duluth, MN; his loving Golden Retrievers, Sydney and Tank; and many nieces, nephews and dear friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents; his son, Michael Benson; and his first wife, Jody Benson.

A celebration of life will be held from 11:00 A.M. until 2:00 P.M. on Saturday, June 3, 2023 at the Frog Creek Town Hall, N13010 Frog Creek Road in Minong, WI. Interment will be held privately.

Last Update: Jun 05, 2023 9:53 am CDT