Benjamin “Benny” D. Raison of Grand Rapids was called to his heavenly home after a very short battle with cancer, Jesus held out his hand and welcomed Benny home on Thursday, May 4. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jackie Raison and L.D. Raison; brothers, Denny and Tim Raison.  He will be lovingly remembered by his devoted wife, Diana, of 33 years; His children, Tracy (Louis) Bandlow; Teena (Donald) McCullough; Tony Raison; 12 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren; His brothers and sisters, Bill (Carol) Raison; Richard (Myra) Raison; Chuck (Larieta) Raison; Larry Raison; Judi (Larry) Andres; and many nieces and nephews. You may have known Benjamin Dale Raison by Ben, Benny, or Bing. No matter how you knew him, you know he was a hard-working, funny-type-of man. One that was always quick with a smile. His love of tinkering, scrapping, camping, and baking will never be forgotten. The family will receive visitors on Thursday, May 11 from 6pm-8pm at Stroo Funeral Home, 1095 68^th St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49508. Funeral services will be held on Friday, May 12 at 11am at Stroo Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Faith Hospice.