Benson, Douglas W. age 62, of Lino Lakes. Retired from the Met Council after 34 years. Preceded in death by parents, Marv and Lois. Survived by loving wife, Linnea; children, Alex (Heather), Angela (Travis) Danielson, MarJace (Rachel), Anna (Nick) Farnum and Brandon (Rachel) Trupe; step-sons, Eric (Becky) and Russ (Kerry) Irwin; grandchildren, Wyatt, Hunter, Joey, Avery, Haylee, Noah, Matthew, Logan, Chris and Lucas; sister, LaVonne (John) Klucking; brothers, Greg (Judy) and Brad (Cindy); best friends, Jim Brletich and Glenn Augustine; many other family and friends. Funeral service Friday 11 AM with reviewal one hour prior at Thurston-Lindberg Funeral Home, 2005 Branch Ave., Anoka. Visitation Thursday 5-8 PM. Private interment. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred. Thurston-Lindberg Funeral Home Anoka 763-421-0220 www.thurston-lindberg.com