Bennie Williamson

Bennie Lee Williamson, 74, of Asheboro, passed away Sunday, August 6, 2023 at Alpine Health and Rehabilitation in Asheboro.

A private graveside service will be held.

Mr. Williamson was born on July 26, 1949, in Moore County, to the late James Williamson and Berlie Spivey Williamson. He honorably served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He retired from the United States Postal Service. He enjoyed watching TV, especially football. Mr. Williamson loved his dogs "Lexie" and "Cash".

In addition to his parents, Mr. Williamson was preceded in death by his brothers, Tump Williamson and Lester "Peanut" Davis.

He is survived by his wife of over 40 years, Peggy Bullins Williamson of the home; sister-in-law, Nancy Staley; brother-in-law, Ken Davis; nieces and nephews, Chris Davis (Penny), Jennifer Staley, David Davis (Denise), Melisa Simmons (Michael), Troy Dale Bullins, Richard Davis (Angie), Mickey Davis (Tori), Annette Dunlap (Anthony), James Davis; great nieces and nephews, Gavin Davis, Caroline Davis, Hannah Davis, Caleb Simmons (Victoria), Casey Simmons (Addie), Jessica Trantham; great-great nieces and nephews, Conrey Arthur Simmons, Sadie Simmons, Gracelyn Simmons, Julie Mace, Brayden Mace, and Easton Trantham.

The family will receive friends from 12:30 until 1:45 p.m., August 9. 2023, at Ridge Funeral Home and other times at the home.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Randolph, 416 Vision Drive, Asheboro, NC 27203, or to Randolph SPCA, 300 W. Bailey Street, Asheboro, NC 27203.