Benson F. Highlander

UP-DATED SERVICE INFORMATION

Jefferson – Benson Freeland Highlander, age 73, passed away on December 29, 2025 at Jefferson Health Care. He was born in Ashtabula on February 14, 1952 the son of Carl M. and Dorothy F. (Slussar) Highlander. Benson was a U. S. Army veteran. He enjoyed hunting and fishing with his nephews. Benson is survived by his siblings, Betty Cooper of Rome, Carl (Brenda) Highlander of Rock Creek, Brian Highlander of Virginia Beach, Virginia, Shirley (Dave) VanSlyke of Salisbury, N. Carolina, Brenda (Kelly) Wilson of Seminole, Oklahoma, Tammy Hill of Warren, several nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, three sisters, Della Burns, Barbara Chancey, Sharon Chilson, brother Jim Highlander and companion Teresa Seifert.  

A memorial service will be held at the Rock Creek Union Cemetery Chapel on Friday, June 26, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Visitation will take place 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. at the chapel. Condolences painefuneralhome.com