Saber Lazarus Long Benson, 26, of Chapel Hill, passed away on Sept. 28, 2009.
Saber was the son of Rebecca May West and Michael Leslie Kenwell Benson. He leaves behind his wife and childhood sweetheart, Jessica Benson; his two younger siblings, Harley Charles and Gates Benson; his brother-in-law and best friend, Tristan Charles; and his two older half-siblings, Heidi Wolin and Mike Benson.
Saber will be remembered for his energy, generosity and big heart, as well as for his unrestricted, full-throttle approach to life. He welcomed everyone into his heart and never made anyone feel like a stranger. His family consisted of kin in addition to a large group of friends that stayed close through trying times.