Benjamin Black

. Mr. Benny Howard Black age 51, of Jefferson, NC died Thursday, January 26, 2012 at Ashe Memorial Hospital in Jefferson. Mr. Black was born on December 10, 1960 in Ashe County, NC to Robert Harold and Bobbie Wyrick Black. Mr. Black was preceded in death by his grandparents. Mr. Black loved to spend time with his family. He was looking forward to his first granddaughter, Madison who was due in February. He loved his dog, Jada and playing pool and refinishing old furniture. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, January 29, 2012 at 3:00 pm at Badger Funeral Home Chapel by Rev. Steve Goss, Rev. Jim Greer & Rev. Chris Goodman. Burial will follow in Jefferson Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm on Sunday prior to the service.  Mr. Black is survived by: three daughters: Chandra Dawn Black, Candace Black &, Keetha Black of Newland, his parents: Robert & Bobbie Black of Jefferson, one brother: Robbie Black of Jefferson, one sister: Iva Atwood of Jefferson, special friend: Sandra Poe of Lansing, two nieces also survive. Flowers will be appreciated, or memorials may be made to the family c/o Badger Funeral Home, PO Box 139, West Jefferson, NC 28694.  You may send and view condolences to the family through our website www.badgerfuneralhome.com.  Badger Funeral Home was entrusted with Mr. Black's arrangements.