Jimmy "Bo" Benge

Mr. Jimmy “Bo” Benge, age 75, of Ronda passed away Tuesday, November 19, 2019 at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. Bo was born October 25, 1944 in Surry County to William Bascomb and Bessie Harris Benge.

Mr. Benge was of the Baptist faith and retired with 30 years of service from Pepsi Cola Company

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by seven brothers and five sisters.

Survivors include: his wife Wanda Benge of the home; daughter, Karen Benge Shelton and partner Charlie Cannon of Elkin; sister, Pauline Noah and husband Johnny of King; and special granddaughter, Hannah Elizabeth Shelton.

A memorial service will be conducted Sunday, November 24, 2019 at 3:00 p.m. at Elkin Funeral Service Chapel with Rev. Kenny Pardue officiating. The family will receive friends from 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home.

The family would like to thank the doctors and staff of Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center ICU for their care.