Doyjuan Benitez

Doy was born on May 28, 1963, in Chicago, Illinois, to Wilfredo and Louise Benitez.

Doy was someone who found his greatest joy in the simple things in life. He loved being outdoors, whether it was casting a line while fishing, sitting around a campfire, canoeing, or spending time camping in nature. Those quiet moments outdoors brought him peace and were often the backdrop for some of his favorite memories with family and friends. He also loved spending time playing dominoes with his friends and sharing laughter with those around him.

One of Doy’s greatest passions was helping others. He was known for his deep devotion to the recovery community and for being of service to those in need. He dedicated much of his life to supporting people who were working to rebuild their lives, offering guidance, encouragement, and understanding to anyone who needed it. Through his honesty and compassion, he mentored many people on their journeys toward a better future. He often reminded those around him that “the age of miracles is still with us—our own recovery proves that.” His willingness to share his story and walk beside others through difficult times changed countless lives.

Doy also found great purpose in sharing God’s message of hope and redemption with people the world had often given up on. His belief in second chances and the power of faith, community, and friendship touched hundreds of lives.

To those who knew him, Doy will be remembered for his generous heart, his resilience, and the way he showed up for others without judgment. He loved his family with all his heart and left a lasting mark on everyone fortunate enough to know him.

He is preceded in death by his mother, Louise Benitez; his grandparents, Mahala and Doy Asher; and his grandparents, Eusebia Dias Benitez and Eugenio Benitez.

He is survived by his father, Wilfredo Benitez; his children, Donavon (Page) Benitez, Megan (Clayton) Benitez-Daley, and Skyler Benitez; his wife Kimberly Benitez; and his grandchildren, Kimber Daley, Julius Benitez, and Benjamin Benitez, as well as many other family and friends. His family will cherish his memory and the lessons he passed on about perseverance, kindness, and living one day at a time.

Visitation will be held on Thursday March 19, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.at Hamilton-Stanley Funeral Home in Verona, Kentucky. Funeral services will begin at 1:00 with Rev. Dale Endres officiating.

He will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all whose lives he touched. His love and legacy will live on through the memories and hearts of those who knew him.