Jeffrey “Jeff” Caroll Benfield, 66, of Statesville, N.C., died on June 4, 2024, at the Gordan Hospice House.

Born in Sioux City, Iowa, he was the son of the late Harvey S. “Benny” Benfield Jr. and the late Barbara Gregory Benfield.

Jeff was a member of the First Baptist Church and a graduate of West Iredell High School. He joined the U.S. Air Force and served for 20 years, including 10 years in Europe. After retiring we went on to receive a master’s degree in information technologies from the University of Phoenix. He then served as the IT Director at Mitchell Community College for 20 years. Jeff used his musical talents with his family and the community. Being a true outdoorsman, Jeff enjoyed hiking in Linville George, river rafting, and rock climbing with his friends. He leaves behind his best friend, his dog Loki.

Survivors include his wife of 46 years, Elizabeth Deal Benfield; a son Daniel Benfield (Samantha); a daughter Jennifer Jessup (David); seven grandchildren, Uriah Benfield, Eden Benfield, Shiloh Benfield, Abigail Scoot, Jack Scott, Luke Jessup, and Miles Jessup; a brother Randy Benfield (Ronda); and two sisters, Retha Davis (Kevin) and Kristina Ferri; and several nieces and nephews.

Services for the Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, June 15, 2024, at 2 p.m. at First Baptist Church with Dr. Nelson Grenade & Pastor Brian Burgess officiating. The family will receive friends from 12:30 to 1:45 p.m. prior to the service at the church.

In lieu of flowers, please make memorials to the Mitchell Community College Foundation, 500 W. Broad Street, Statesville, NC 28677

Nicholson Funeral Home is honored to serve the Benfield family.