Benny Steve Anderson

Mr. Benny Steve Anderson, age 76 of Mount Airy passed away on Monday, September 26, 2022, at his home surrounded by his loving family.  Mr. Anderson was born December 18, 1945, in Wilkes County, North Carolina to the late John Henry and Iva Pruitt Anderson.  Benny was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend.  Benny proudly served his country in the United States Navy.  He will be deeply missed by all that knew him.  Left to cherish his memories are his wife of 50 years, Gail Gwyn Anderson; son and daughter-in-law, Doug Anderson and wife Janie of Traphill, North Carolina; grandson, Jonathan Noah Anderson, of Traphill; granddaughter, Annie Draughn and husband Steven of Claudville, Virginia; three great-grandsons, Hunter Draughn, Gary Draughn, Braxten Draughn; and one great granddaughter, Sophia Draughn; three sisters and brothers-in-law, Ella Mae Knight and husband, Moe of Yadkinville, North Carolina Lorene Wood of Rhonda, North Carolina Irene Hart of Elkin, North Carolina; and one brother, Ronnie Anderson and wife Rachel of Elkin, North Carolina; along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.  In addition to his parents, Mr. Anderson was preceded in death by one sister, Janie Mae Anderson and four brothers, Bill Anderson, John Henry Anderson , Harvey Lee Anderson , and David Lee Anderson.  The family will conduct a memorial service at a later date.  No formal visitation will be held at this time.  In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Mountain Valley Hospice and Palliative Care, 1427 Edgewood Drive, Suite 101, Mount Airy, North Carolina 27030.  Moody Funeral Services of Mount Airy has be entrusted with the arrangements.