The House of Representatives of Louisiana has adopted a resolution expressing deep condolences on the passing of Joseph Abraham Benjamin, Jr., who died on May 24, 2025. Born on March 13, 1944, in Grand Coteau, Louisiana, Mr. Benjamin was a dedicated family man, a devout member of the Catholic Church, and a skilled brick mason with a career spanning forty years. He was known for his love of music, horseback riding, and his enthusiasm for the New Orleans Saints, as well as for his pride in his grandson's coaching achievements.

The resolution honors Mr. Benjamin's legacy, which includes his wife, Jacquelyne M. Johnson, their two children, and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren, along with extended family and friends. The House extends its heartfelt condolences to those mourning his loss, hoping they find solace in the cherished memories of his life and the love he shared with them.