Orland resident Norman Scott Benedict died in Chico on Saturday, August 24, 2024. He was born in Artesia, Calif., to Kenny and Patricia Benedict on September 27, 1953.
After faithfully serving his country in the Army, he became a certified welder and fabricator. He used these skills for 45 years as a loyal employee for Ponci’s Welding in Orland.
Survivors include his brothers JR and Steven (Carol) Benedict; nephew Rick (Tera) Barnes; and cousins Christy, Gary, and Richard Barnes Sr.
It is planned that he will be interred in a private ceremony at Chester Cemetery in Chester, Calif.
Arrangements are under the direction of Sweet-Olsen Family Mortuary of Orland.
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