Terrence “Terry” L. Benning

Terrence “Terry” L. Benning, 68, of Buffalo City, died peacefully at his home in Buffalo City, Friday, January 20, 2023 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his loving and devoted family.

Terry was born December 15, 1954, in Arcadia, to Jesse and Dorothy (Komro) Benning. He attended grade school at St. Boniface School in Waumandee, and high school at Arcadia High School. He met the love of his life, Marie, in 1976, and they were married October 28, 1978, at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Waumandee. Together they raised three wonderful children: Josh, Stacie and Jacob.

Terry spent most of his career being an over the road truck driver. He ended his career at Pehler & Sons Trucking in 2021. When Terry wasn’t truck driving, he enjoyed golfing, fishing and deer hunting as well as spending time with family and friends. He also enjoyed watching his grandchildren play sports.

Terry is survived by Marie, his loving wife of 44 years, his three children: Josh Benning of Fountain City, Stacie (Jay) Baures of Fountain City and Jacob Benning of Cochrane, three grandchildren: Trenton Benning, Emma Baures and Easton Baures; one brother, Kevin Benning of Independence; three sisters: Rhonda Haines of Independence, Julie (Jim) Talford of Rock Falls and Becky (Don) Snider of Winona, MN; and their many nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his sister-in-law, Dawn, whom was very near and dear to his heart.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Jesse and Dorothy Benning; siblings: Craig Benning, Earl Benning Penny Schock and infant brother, William Benning; father-in-law, Raymond Maier; and sister-in-law, Lynette Maier.

A memorial service to celebrate the life of Terry was held Friday, January 27, 2023, at 5:00 p.m., at Talbot Family Funeral Home, Alma Chapel. A memorial gathering was held Friday from 2:00 p.m. until the hour of Terry’s celebration of life.