Obituary of Renaldo Benson

Renaldo Benson

Renaldo “Obie” Benson (born June 14, 1936 in Detroit, Michigan) was a singer-songwriter who was best known for being a founding member and the bass singer of the Motown group, “Four Tops.” Renaldo died on July 1, 2005 and his death was because of lung cancer following other illnesses. He died at age 69.

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Renaldo Benson Biography Wiki:

Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
Full Name: Benson, Renaldo
Common Name: Renaldo Benson
Gender: Male
Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
Birthplace: Detroit, Michigan, United States
Birth Date: June 14, 1936
Age: 69 (at death)
Also Known As: Obie
Occupation: Singer-Songwriter
Genres:
- Rhythm and Blues Music
- Rock and Roll Music
Active Years: 1953-2005

Net Worth: $1 to $5 million
Nationality: American
Favorite Food: Snickers
Favorite Color: Gray
Favorite Scent: Coco Mademoiselle Eau De Parfum
Favorite Actor: Scarlett Johansson

Renaldo's Family Tree

Birth Name: Renaldo Benson
Father: Williams Keith Benson
Mother: Ida Benson (1903-1981)
Spouse/Partner:

Valaida Talley (married 1959-2005, his death)

Daughter(s):

Death Notice:

Date: July 01 2005 at age 69
Place: Detroit, Michigan, United States
Cause of Death: Lung cancer (following other illnesses)
Interment: Buried at Woodlawn Cemetery in Detroit, Michigan

Category Tags:

Singer-Songwriter Rhythm and Blues Music Genre American Born on June 14th Born in 1936 Born in Michigan Died in 2005 Died at age 69 Died from Lung cancer

Quotable Quotes:

"Renaldo Benson lived a life full of purpose and passion, leaving behind a legacy that will continue to inspire generations to come. (V)"

"Renaldo Benson was a highly respected musician and songwriter who was a founding member of the popular Motown group, The Four Tops; unfortunately, his life was cut short due to complications from lung cancer. (V)"

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