James Bensinger

James Bensinger, 81, of Coatesville, better known as "Sonny", left the confines of this earth on the 4th of July surrounded in love by his family and with a slight smile after listening to his favorite hymns.

He is survived by his wife of almost 61 years, Sandra, who he affectionately called "Duck" and by his four children, Wendy Taggart, James Jr., husband of Dawn, Dana Houston, wife of Tony, and Brian, husband of Mariah.  He'll be missed by his five grandchildren, Jason Bensinger, Ryan Taggart, Megan Taggart, Mallory King and Katie Helm, and six great-grandchildren.  He leaves behind his sister, Lana Swisher, and four nieces.

He was preceded in death by his grandson, Joshua, and by his beloved Black Lab, "Rebel".

Sonny was the son of Arthur and Hazel Arnold Bensinger, and was known for his love of working in his yard and for all of nature and the outdoors.

He attended Hibernia Methodist Church and worked at Milprint / Reynolds for most of his life being lucky enough to retire at 62.  He was a rock to his family and it could not be possible to be a better husband, father or grandfather.

Due to the ongoing pandemic, Sonny's funeral will be private.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Wilde Funeral Home of Parkesburg.  Online condolences can be posted at www.wildefuneralhome.com