Bennie Dale Wilson

7/8/2025

Bennie Dale Wilson, 75, of Brookhaven, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully at home on July 5th, 2025.
Bennie was born on Wednesday, February 8, 1950, at Kessler Air Force Base to Bennie Dale Wilson and Margaret Murtaugh. He grew up in Chester, Pennsylvania, Woodlyn, Pennsylvania, and Pelham, Tennessee. Bennie attended St. James High School, where he played baseball and football. Bennie met his high school sweetheart, Eileen Sharp, in 1969 and married her two years later in 1971. They have been happily married for 54 years as of June 26th of this year. He was an avid golfer who got to play a round at his favorite golf course, Pebble Beach. Bennie was a life long sports fan, growing up following the Pittsburgh Pirates and later in life following the Philadelphia Phillies and Philadelphia Eagles.

Bennie was predeceased by his mother and father, his stepfather, William Archer, his sister, Maryellen Glass, his grandson, Cooper Roach, and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Bennie is survived by his loving wife, Eileen Sharp Wilson, his son, Joseph, and his son’s wife, Marianne. His foster daughter, Tina Roach, and her fiancé, Jeremy Coupe. His grandchildren, Shepard Wilson, Orion Wilson, Bodhi Wilson, and Aubrey Coupe; sister, Elizabeth Wojdylak.

Services will be held at his home parish, Our Lady of Charity Church, where he worshiped with family. Our Lady of Charity Church
231 Upland Road, Brookhaven, PA 19015,
Saturday, July 12th, 2025.
Visitation will begin at 9:30 am and Mass will begin at 11:00 a.m.

In lieu of flowers please make donations to Bringing Hope Home
https://bringinghopehome.org/donate/

12 Comments

Lisa Catania

7/8/2025 06:04:53 pm

I am unable to pay my respects on Saturday. Ben was a gentleman, a man of faith and a friend. My sincere condolences to the Wilson family and friends. May the angels come to greet you and take you to your final reward.

Bob Hines

7/8/2025 07:52:53 pm

Bennie was such a gentleman who never said a bad word about anybody. I first met Bennie playing football at St. James where he was a scrambling quarterback. It was the last few years that I saw Bennie and though fighting his illness he continued to be a positive person. Unfortunately I will be away Saturday but my thoughts will be with his lovely wife, Eileen. RIP Bennie.

Al Danish

7/8/2025 08:17:23 pm

Bennie had that star quality from the moment I met him at St. JAMES.
You always received a smile and hello from him. A person that will always be remembered by his classmates and teammates.
My prayers are with his family.

Ron Parra

7/8/2025 08:27:45 pm

Our condolences to you, Eileen and your family. Ben was a true gentleman. Ron & Carol Parra (OLC)

Gioia Sharp

7/8/2025 08:36:18 pm

Ben was one special person. Always interested in what was going on with us and the kids. Such a positive person. Sorry to miss the memorial.

Bob mcguigon

7/8/2025 08:55:25 pm

I went to Our Lady of Peace and St.James with Bennie He was a great guy who got along with everyone. I had a chance to catch up with him at our last couple of reunions . RIP Bulldog.

John Baker link

7/9/2025 03:03:42 am

I remember meeting Bennie at Our Lady of Peace Grade School in MIlmont Park. We got along well from then, all the way through Saint James. Bennie had a calm spirit and was very thoughtful. Even though I live in California, I think of my Brother Bull Dogs, often. Bennie would always make me smile when he ran across my mind. Although he's gone, the smiles stay.

Bill Nichols

7/9/2025 08:04:12 am

Benny and I were neighborhood friends. If we weren't playing handball or wiffleball we we're laying in the grass , looking at the clouds making up what they looked like. Innocent childhood memories are the best. Thanks Ben for being part of them.

John Mooney

7/9/2025 08:47:53 am

On behalf of the St. James Catholic High School Alumni Association and his 1969 classmates, I extend our deepest sympathies and prayers on your loss. On May 3, 2026, the Alumni Association will remember Bennie at their annual Memorial Mass at St. Madeline's Church in Ridley Park. May he rest in peace!

Joe Bracken

7/9/2025 11:01:36 am

My sincere condolences to Eileen and the whole Wilson family. Sorry that I'm late getting this notice. I should make a better effort to keep contact with cousins. Will keep Bennie and all of you in my prayers.

Michael McKinney

7/9/2025 05:04:10 pm

My deepest sympathies to the entire Wilson family. I met Bennie as a freshman at St. James. He always had a smile and nod when we crossed paths in the hallways. Just one of the real good guys that made up your high school class. I enjoyed catching up with him at the recent reunions. He will be missed by all. RIP

Dennis Sutsko

7/12/2025 07:28:04 am

My Deepest Sympathies to Eileen and Benny's entire family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad and difficult time. I first met Benny in Teener League the summer before our Freshman year at St. James. We were in the same home room throughout our 4 years and on the baseball team. Benny was an energetic guy who was always friendly and cheerful, aways with a smile as he greeted you. After school years passed didn't before I finally got to touch base with Benny until he friended be on Facebook. Benny went through rough times in his fight with his disease, but the last 2 times I saw him he very positive when we talked. The news of his passing took me by surprise, he had fought a difficult battle that few win and I had thought Benny had that chance... Unfortunately, I won't be able to make it today, I was hoping I could. Please accept my apologies, may Benny now Rest in Peace! GOD BLESS!!!

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