William Lee Benford, age 80, of Frisco, Texas passed away at his residence on Tuesday, September 27, 2022 surrounded by those who loved him. William was born September 15, 1942 in Spencer, Ohio to his loving parents Jane (Spirek) and Reynold (Ben) Benford.
After graduating from Kent State University in 1967 with a Bachelors of Business Administration and then in 1969 with a Masters of Business Administration William went on to lead a successful career first with Firestone Tire & Rubber Company (Akron, Ohio) from 1969 to 1981as a Supervisor of International Taxes, Manager Treasurer Operations and Assistant Corporation Treasurer Vice President, 1981 to 1984 with DeKalb Research Inc. (Illinois) as Vice President Treasurer, 1984 to 1991 with Center Soya Company Inc. (Fort Wayne, Indiana) as Treasurer, Senior Vice President Treasurer and Chief Executive Officer, 1991 to 2000 with LA Gear (Los Angeles, California) as Chief Financial Officer and President and 2000 until his retirement with Shamrock Capital Advisors Inc. (Burbank, California) as Managing Director.
Known as an avid golfer William also enjoyed watching sports, spending time with his family, telling stories and making other laugh with his joke telling, and traveling. William was a natural leader a man of all trades.
Preceded in death by his parents Jane and Reynold Benford. He is survived by the love of this life, his wife, Paula (Henry) Benford, son Michael Benford, granddaughter Rory Benford, granddaughter- Colbie Benford, sister Cathy Botdorf and many beloved nieces and nephews.
The family has planned a Private Celebration of Life service for Saturday, October 15, 2022.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a contribution in William Lee Benford’s name to the Kyle Rudow Memorial Foundation by clicking the link below. Tax ID: 20-2473218 for reference.
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