Benny Heath Green, 82, of Morehead City, passed away Friday, May 22­, 2020, at his home.

A Celebration of Benny’s Life will be held at a later date.

Benny was born and raised in Concord, North Carolina and enlisted in the United States Air Force out of high school. Following the military, he went on to drive trucks for over 40 years and logged over 1 million miles. Being on the open road was great, however his true passion was drag racing. He raced for the last 30 years with his family and enjoyed every minute of it. Other enjoyments in his life, included riding Harley Davidson’s and browsing through Flea Markets. His final miles have been travelled and his logbook is now complete. Safe travels.

He is survived by his wife, Marilyn Green of the home; daughter, Melinda King and husband Lance; step-daughter, Wendy Pacocha and husband John; brother, Gene Green and wife Pat; sisters-in-law, Cammiel Green and Dianne Faulkner; brothers-in-law, Dwayne Byerley, Jim Carpenter and wife Peggy; 5 grandchildren; and his beloved cat, Buddy.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Janice Green; parents, Fred and Beulah Green; brothers, Frankie Green and Jimmie Green.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Benny’s memory to a charity of one’s choice.

Family and friends are welcome to submit online condolences at www.mundenfuneralhome.net

Arrangements by Munden Funeral Home and Crematory in Morehead City, NC.