Benton was not long on this earth, only 20 years, but lived life to the fullest.  From a young age, he was an adventurer, always seeking the next opportunity to explore.  He participated in many sports including baseball, swimming, diving, hiking, snowboarding, skateboarding, skimboarding, and surfing.  From a young age, he loved the ocean.  Upon our move to Hawaii, he embraced the surfer lifestyle. 

His smile was contagious and genuine.  That smile, with his squinty eyes, made a connection to all around him.  He was a true friend to everyone.  He taught us so much about living—to live in the moment and be truly present with those around him.

Benton was a sophomore at the University of Kentucky studying kinesiology.  His career goal was to become an athletic trainer, because of his love of sports.  He was a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon.  This brotherhood became the centerpiece of his University of Kentucky experience.

In lieu of flowers, a Go Fund Me has been set up to honor his life. 

With the funds raised, a foundation will support interests close to his heart.  As a teenager, Benton participated in numerous mission trips with church; the last two mission trips were to Belize through Pathlight International.  There, he helped build a school and tutor children.  The foundation will provide opportunities for children to attend high school with the hope of ending the cycle of poverty.

Sports were also a mainstay of Benton’s life.  Additional funding will grant students at Henry Perrine Baldwin High School opportunities to participate in swimming and diving.

https://www.gofundme.com/f/wudnj-remembering-benton-turner