Background
Benson, Carl Nels was born on March 1, 1941 in Nucla, Colorado, United States. Son of Carl Oscar and Sylvia Louise (Draves) Benson.
Benson, Carl Nels was born on March 1, 1941 in Nucla, Colorado, United States. Son of Carl Oscar and Sylvia Louise (Draves) Benson.
Educated public schools Equipment operator Peabody Coal Company, Nucla, 1965-1967, foreman, Columbia, Missouri, 1967-1969, superintendent, Nucla, since 1969.
Equipment operator Peabody Coal Company, Nucla, 1965—1967, foreman Columbia, Missouri, 1967—1969, superintendent Nucla, since 1969.
Member of advisory board San Miguel Basin Fair, Norwood, Colorado, 1979-1983. Member Rodeo Recreational Board, Norwood, 1982-1983. Member Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association, Colorado Cattlemen"s Association, Colorado Guides and Outfitters Association, West End Livestock Association (secretary Nucla 1979-1983).
Lodge: Moose.
Married Rita Ann Thomas, November 25, 1971. Children: Bobby Dean, Carl Brock.