From the USTA Communications Department

Columbus, OH — Benjamin Avery was born on August 21, 1929, and passed away on Monday, December 14, 2015. Benjamin was a resident of Augusta, Maine at the time of his passing.

He attended Cony High School and was drafted and served in the U.S. Army in Japan during the Korean War.

He was married to Betty Avery.

A memorial service to celebrate Benjamin Avery’s life will be held at a later date.