Gerald R. Benton, 28, of Atlanta, Georgia, died February 21, 2012 at his home in Vogelweh, Germany. Sergeant First Class Gerald Rashad Benton was born on November 11, 1983 in Georgia. He enlisted in the United States Army in 2001. He enjoyed riding his Suzuki GXR 1000 motorcycle and checking out luxury cars, he also found great pleasure in rebuilding old cars and traveling around the world with his wife LaToya. Most of all, Gerald loved spending time with his daughters Shimiya and Alayah along with son Eric. The Lord and his family were both very near and dear to Gerald. He is survived by his mother, Freda White of Jonesboro; wife, LaToya Benton of Mobile, AL.; a host of brothers, sisters, nephews, nieces, aunts, uncles, and special friends. His father, Charles Benton, preceded him in death. Viewing of Gerald will be held March 8, 2012 from 7-8pm at Ford-Stewart Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at Restoration of Life Through Jesus Christ 7341 Tara Blvd, Jonesboro, GA 30236, March 9, 2012, 1100a.m. Burial honors will at the Georgia National Cemetery, 1080 Veterans Cemetery Rd Canton, GA 30114 immediately following the services. Repass will be held at Shamrock Community Use Buildings, 2610 Shamrock Rd, Jonesboro, GA 30236. Visitation: Thurs., March 8, 2012 from 7-8 PM Service: Fri., March 9, 2012 at 11 AM Location: Restoration of Life Through Jesus Christ Ministry Cemetery: Georgia National Cemetery