Arlyn R. Benson, age 52 of Grand Forks, ND, formerly of East Grand Forks, MN, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, February 28, 2020 at his home.

Arlyn Reece Benson was born on December 5, 1967 in Fosston, MN the son of Marlin and Mae (Johnson) Benson. Arlyn grew up and attended school in East Grand Forks, MN, graduating from East Grand Forks Senior High School with the Class of 1986. He attended Minot State University where he earned a Bachelor Degree in teaching. He was a Master Martial Arts Instructor and also employed as a Print Service Associate for Office Depot and also was a Certified Chemical Applicator for Lawn King. Arlyn traveled the country setting up Martial Arts Schools. He was a Seventh Degree Black Belt and was 2010 World Champion in Weapons.

Family members who survive Arlyn include his daughter, Jessie Bast of Arizona; father, Marlin Benson of Victoria, TX; siblings, Guy Benson of Grand Forks, ND, Dale (Tammy) Benson of Mankato, MN, Cindy Benson of Grand Forks, ND and Dalayna "DeeDee" (Fallon) Mehling of Gilby, ND; half-siblings, Anthony (Nikki) Benson of Cary, NC, Linda Benson and Sandy Benson both of TX and Rory Benson along with many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his mother and great-niece Leilani.

Memorial Service: 2:00 PM, Friday, March 6, 2020 at Dahl Funeral Home , 2029 Central Ave. NW, East Grand Forks, MN 56721

Visitation: 1 Hour Prior Memorial Service