Benny Paul Erwin
Benny Paul Erwin, 67, of Dickinson, passed away March 23, 2021 in League City. Benny was born May 8, 1953 to Peggy and Clarence Erwin in Dickinson. “What’s not to love about a man who loved his daughter, son in law Kevin and grandchildren, almost as much as he loved sleeping, cigars, cold beer, the Astros, live music and riding his motorcycle. Benny otherwise known as BP, Old Goat, Binkster, Binky, Grumpy Old Postman, Bumpy or whatever you may have referred to him as, graduated from Dickinson High School in 1971. He was active in football, track, and several clubs. From there, he attempted his shot at college, but it wasn’t his forte. He decided to join the Navy in 1973 and travel around the world. His last duty assignment was a radio operator aboard the USS Conyngham DDG17 in Norfolk, VA. He was honorably discharged in 1977. He returned to Dickinson and started working at Amoco. He met a pretty girl named Jo Ann, and in 1982 welcomed their daughter Dyann. Benny loved to take Dyann fishing, hunting, jet skiing, camping, and to Astros games amongst many other special things. He taught her how to boil crawfish and crabs and how to eat them correctly. He shared some of these same memories with his grandchildren Jackson, Hannah and Grady.
Benny was preceded in death by his parents and by his brother Jim Erwin. In addition to his daughter and grandchildren, he is also survived by his brother T. A. Erwin and niece Lisa Erwin.
Benny started working at the USPS in 1991. He worked there for 29 years before retiring in February of 2020. He had plans to travel, spend more time with his grandkids, and just enjoy life.
Benny leaves behind friends and family that will love and miss him dearly. He despised formality and stuffiness and would really be ticked off if you showed up in a suit. Dress comfortably.”
A celebration of his life will be held 3:00 PM, Friday, April 2, 2021, at Crowder Funeral Home Chapel, Dickinson.
Dyann…what a precious tribute to your daddy! I know that his legacy will live on in you and his precious grandchildren. God ordained your daddy’s life and all his days. And God blessed him with YOU as his little girl. So until you meet again, cherish the memories and tell stories to your kiddos. Hugs and prayers dear friend!
My condolences to you Dyann and the family.
Benny was always one of the good guys . I remember him admiring my stepfathers Harley at age 13 and telling me “ one day I going to have one of those “
Condolences to his family. Rest in peace Benny. You’ll always be remembered. You’ll always be loved.
My sincerest condolences to Benny’s family. He was a good friend. One of us would always come by or call. He was so excited to retire. Benny was a friend to all. He was the same in school as he was later in life. Benny, You will be missed by all my friend. Rest in Peace and tell everyone I said hello.
Where do I start?? I met Benny while working at the Post Office. The good times we shared and the memories will never fade. He affectionally called me “Niecy” as he was my Ben-Good!! I’m going to miss our lengthy down to earth talks our laughs and being your “Niecy”. Rest well my friend until we meet again….
My condolences to the family. R.I.P.. Great to have known you my friend.
I worked with Benny. He always had jokes that made me laugh. He loved my cupcakes I made and he always talked about Jackson and Hannah. Also at that time another one on the way. My friend, Benny, you will truly be missed.
Benny was a good friend and coworker he loved to talk about many things but mostly his family. He was especially excited when he became Grandpa Bumpy. My prayers and condolences to the family.
Jeanette Hernandez
Benny was a good friend and coworker he loved to talk about many things but mostly his family. He was especially excited when he became Grandpa Bumpy. My prayers and condolences to the family.
Sweet Benny! Your best friend, Rick Tucker is in Heaven with you playing football and talking about all your times together. You were in our wedding and I loved talking with you after Rick passed! Be in peace , you will be missed.
Sarah Tucker
I had the pleasure of knowing & working with Benny for a few years.
Fair winds and following seas my friend.