Benjamin Sterling

Benjamin Harris Sterling, 28 years old, gained his wings Monday, September 25, 2017. He was born January 13, 1989, in Milton, Florida; and was a lifelong resident of Milton. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert C. Sterling. Ben is survived by his parents, Brenda and George Guilford; loving fiancé, Courtney Cooley; special daughter, Brooke; his siblings, Brandy (Clint) Grimsley, Jessica (Preston) Hope, Shannon Guilford, Chuck Sterling, Patrick Sterling, Gary Sterling and Lisa Sterling. He also leaves to cherish his memory, his beloved grandmother, Mary Smith; niece, Baylen; twin nephews, Kamron and Sean Grimsley; aunts and uncles, Lisa and Jay, Beth and Brock, Tracey and Art, Rick and June, Tim, Don, and Steve; special cousins, Misty, Justin, Jared, Wayne, Nick and JoJo; and so many more loving family members and special friends; and last but not least, his ever faithful and loving dog, Houston. A Celebration of Ben’s Life will be held at noon, on Sunday, October 1, 2017, at Russell Harber Landing in Milton Florida. (Directions to Russell Harber Landing may be found on the City of Milton website.) In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made in Ben’s name to the Phoenix Rising Pit Bull Rescue. * BY MAIL: Phoenix Rising Pit Bull Rescue 9250 Chemstrand Road Pensacola, Florida 32514 * ONLINE: www.phoenixrisingrescue.com * BY PHONE: (850) 516-1089 Lewis Funeral Home, Milton Chapel, has been entrusted with arrangements.