Mr. Justin Lee Benton, age 42 of Douglas, GA passed away Friday evening, February 12, 2021 at his residence following a short illness. Mr. Benton was born December 29, 1978 to Leah Rivers Benton and the late Jerry Benton. Other than his father, he was preceded in death by a brother, Lamar Benton.
Mr. Benton, a native of Lithia Springs, GA was a heavy equipment operator with Ricketson Construction. He was a member of Wood Station Baptist Church at Catlett, GA.
Survivors include:
Mother: Leah Rivers Benton of Douglas, GA
Brother: Lance Benton of Ringgold, GA
Sister: Laura Scheelar of Ringgold, GA
Nephew: Zachery Scheelar of Ringgold, GA
Memorialization is by cremation.
Inurnment will be held at a later date
Ricketson Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.