ROCKINGHAM — George Marcus Benfield, 40, of Rockingham passed away on Sunday Aug. 29,2021.
George was born on March 24, 1981 in Rockingham, the son of Samuel Mark Benfield and the late Lavonne Kelly Benfield.
He served his country proudly in the United States Marine Corps.
He is survived by his wife, Katja Kurth Benfield; son, Neriah Benfield; daughter, Elisabeth Benfield; father, Samuel Mark Benfield (Sandy); sister, Georgia Gillis-Van Buren; brother, Kent Gillis (Kelli); and many other relatives and close friends.
A celebration of his life will be held on Friday, Sept. 3, 2021 at 10 a.m. by the graveside at Haywood Cemetery, with the Rev. Jason Lutz officiating, followed by military honors.
Carter Funeral Home of Rockingham is serving the Benfield family.
