William "Pops" Phillip Benjamin, Jr.

William "Pops" Phillip Benjamin, Jr. passed away on August 13, 2025, in Port Arthur, Texas, at the age of 80. He was born on September 18, 1944, in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Pops dedicated 33 years of his career to being a Sales Representative for Nabisco, retiring in 1999.

He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Norma Benjamin, along with their sons: William Phillip Benjamin III of Indianola, Oklahoma; Norman Shane Benjamin and his wife Jennifer of Groves, Texas; and Nicholas James Benjamin of Indianola, Oklahoma. Pops was a proud grandfather to Brett, Amber, JJ, Khristian, Cresta, and Shani, and he cherished his 13 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister Gloria Larpenter of Kirbyville, Texas, and his beloved Black Lab, Bubba.

Pops was known for his love of the outdoors, being a member of the Turkey Creek Hunting Club, and he took great pleasure in fishing and hunting. He is preceded in death by his parents, William Phillip Benjamin, Sr. and Mildred Barnes-Benjamin; his sister Billie Ann Vincent; and his daughter-in-law Michelle Anne Benjamin, his niece, Becky Rosales Foshee, his nephew, Rory William Rosales, his brother-in-laws, Carl Larpenter and Jerry Vincent Sr. 

William "Pops" Phillip Benjamin, Jr. will be remembered for his warm spirit, dedication to family, and passion for life. His legacy lives on in the hearts of those who loved him.

A gathering of family and friends will be held on Saturday, August 30, 2025 from 1:00 PM until 5:00 PM to Celebrate the Life of William "Pops" Phillip Benjamin, Jr. at his home.