John D. Benefiel, age 74 of Pullman, Michigan passed away Thursday, March 10, 2016 at his residence. Born April 1, 1941 in Linton, IN, he was the son of Doyle and Mildred (O'Connell) Benefiel. John was a long time resident of the Pullman area and retired from Love Joy in South Haven. He belonged to the Masonic Lodge and the Shriners. John enjoyed helping transport children for the Shriners for many years. He loved riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle, watching football and was a big NASCAR fan. He is preceded in death by his parents. Surviving is his wife of 38 years, Pat (Canada) Benefiel, son Joey Lytle, daughter Melissa Sorensen, grandchildren Tyler, Brad, and Austin, all of Pullman; brothers Randy Benefiel of Las Vegas, NV and Ron Benefiel of Tampa, FL. A visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 15, 2016 from 12-2 P.M. with a Masonic service starting at 2 P.M. at Chappell Funeral Home, 637 W. Main St., Fennville, Michigan 49408. John will be laid to rest at Lee Cemetery and a luncheon will follow. An online registry book is available at www.chappellfuneralhome.com