VINTON: Blake Edward Benson, 52, died Tuesday, May 31, 2022 at the Dennis and Donna Oldorf Hospice House in Hiawatha, following a courageous battle with cancer.

A celebration of Blake's life will be held from 2:00 until 4:00 PM, Saturday, June 25, 2022 at the Phillips Funeral Home Chapel (212 E. 6 ^th Street) in Vinton.  Interment will be held at Maplewood Cemetery in Vinton.

Blake was born on December 4, 1969, to William and Lois (Hartrampf) Benson in Vinton, Iowa, Blake worked as a carpenter prior to his illness.  He enjoyed NASCAR (watch the beginning, take a nap, and wake to see the finish).  He enjoyed watching Basketball and Football and was a Tennessee Titan fan.  He was a Ford man and enjoyed working on cars, and was a skilled handyman.  Playing softball, bowling and spending time with his friends and beloved four-legged friend Sammy were also favorite past times.   He also loved to travel to Colorado.

He is survived by his brothers, Jason Benson of Tipton, Eric Benson of Cedar Rapids; sisters, Cindy Blackburn of Vinton, Lacey (Dan) Mason of Kellogg, IA, Sally Ann Benson of Vinton; step-daughter, Sayde Malcuit of Cedar Rapids; nieces, Samantha Benson, Heather Benson; nephew Blaine Blackburn; and his close friend, Janelle Solberg.

Blake was preceded in death by his parents; sister-in-law Vicki Benson; and brother-in-law Charlie Blackburn.

Online Condolences: www.phillipsfuneralhomes.com