Connie Benson

Connie Benson departed this world on February 8, 2019. She was born in Quitman, GA, the last of four siblings to Frank T. and Cornelia L. Benson. As a child she enjoyed all the benefits of growing up in a small rural community, and had lifelong friendships she nurtured over many years. She is predeceased by her parents and three siblings: Harriet Benson, Francina (Choppy) Fluker and Frank, Jr.
Connie Benson loved life. She enjoyed her many friendships and all the people she met in her travels over the years. She did love to go places and see things, experiencing cultures and societies all over the world. A woman with boundless curiosity who was interested in exploring the planet.
Ms. Benson was a retired educator, having taught in a number of schools all over the state from Marietta to Brunswick, Savannah to Valdosta. She taught English and Literature to generations of high school students. And after retiring from public schools, she went to Poland as a Peace Corp volunteer to teach English as a Second Language to students in Eastern Europe. Prior to her service as an international volunteer, she was a devoted care-giver for several years to her aging mother.
Ms. Benson leaves nieces and a nephew. The nieces are Francina Fluker of Columbus, Frances James Lasseter of Decatur, Mary James Elkington (Mark) of Devon, UK. Her nephew is William James (Debra) of Denver, CO.
The family will have a private service at a later date. Those who wish to send remembrances may make donations to the Brooks County Library, 404 Barwick Rd., Quitman, GA, 31643, designated as memorial gifts in memory of one who loved books, reading, and the written word.
The Benson family is being served by the professional and caring staff of Music Funeral Services/Azalea Crematory, Valdosta, GA.