William "Jeff" Benefield

William Jeffery "Jeff" Benefield, 64, of Haleyville, passed away Monday, October 6, 2025 at North Alabama Medical Center in Florence.

Jeff was born April 3, 1961 to William L. and Imogene Farris Benefield. His life centered around the love of his life, Terri. Anyone who knew them knew they were inseparable. They were only apart for three days in over 41 years. Jeff was a very private person, but loved spending time with his family.

Visitation will be Friday, October 10, 2025 (on Terri's Birthday) from 12-2 p.m. at Nichols Funeral Home in Haleyville, where his funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Burial will be at New Hope Cemetery in Haleyville. Brother Michael Threadgill will officiate.

Jeff is survived by his sister, Pamela (David) Cruse; brother, Randall "Keith" Benefield and a host of nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, aunts, uncles and friends.

He was preceded in death by the love of his life, Teresa "Terri" Benefield; parents, William and Imogene Benefield; sister, Debbie Wilson; sister-in-law, Jane "Ellen" Benefield and nephew, Billy Westbrook.


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