Scott Benroth was a Bluffton HS graduate
Scott Alan Benroth, 54, died May 21, 2020 at his residence. Scott was born July 12, 1965, in Bluffton to Richard and Jane (Alspach) Benroth. On July 13, 1990, he married Rita Jane Swartz Benroth who survives in Bluffton.
Scott graduated from Bluffton High School and worked as a technician at Proctor & Gamble in Lima. He enjoyed golfing, camping, grilling out, the outdoors, Ohio State football and basketball, NASCAR and spending time with his family.
Survivors also include his mother, Jane Benroth of Bluffton, four children, Heather (Jeremy) Jarrell of Findlay, Ricky (Terrisa Sharp) Brown of Findlay, Trina Brown of Findlay, Felicia (Craig Risser) Bliss of Bluffton;10 grandchildren, Alexander, Wesley, Ashton, Wylee, Leila, Austin, Owen, Jasmine, Samantha, Rylan; a great-grandson, Oliver; a brother, Greg Benroth of Mt. Cory; two sisters, Brenda (Nick) Mathewson of Ada, Cindy (Bill) Fulford of Cridersville and seven nieces/nephews.
Scott was preceded in death by his father, Richard Benroth.
A private graveside services will be held at Maple Grove Cemetery in Bluffton. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be made to the family in care of Chiles-Laman Funeral & Cremation Services, Bluffton.
Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.chiles-lamanfh.com.
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