COLUMBIA, SC --William James Benton, Jr., 66, formerly of Louisburg, died Friday, April 20, 2018. A memorial service will be held Saturday, April 28, at 2 p.m. at Louisburg United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Anita James-Carnes officiating.

He was born to the late Bill and Mary Elizabeth "Betsey" Barnes Benton of Louisburg. He graduated from North Carolina State University. He was a landscape designer.

Surviving: sisters, Beth Beck (Chris) and Mary Lynne Benton, and his brother, John Benton.

Arrangements are being handled by Lancaster Funeral and Cremation Services, 804 N. Bickett Blvd., Louisburg, N. C. 27549. Online condolences may be made to www.lancasterfcs.com.