Benjie "Ben" R. Niemuth

Benjie “Ben” R. Niemuth, age 71, of Ripon, WI, passed away on Sunday, January 4, 2026 at Barrett House of Green Lake, WI, with his family by his side.

Ben was born on May 8, 1954 in Oshkosh, WI, son of Benjamin and Patricia (Wilz) Niemuth. He graduated from Ripon High School and went on to drive truck all of his life. He started driving for the feed mill and then Van Groll out of Kaukauna, WI, for most of his working years. Most recently he drove for JW Transport in Ripon. Ben was a member of Mt. Zion Lutheran Church in Ripon. He loved to watch and support his son, Nick, at his truck and tractor pulls. He also enjoyed an occasional getaway to the casino.

Ben is survived by his son, Nick (Katie) Niemuth of Ripon, WI; daughter, Lisa (Travis) Bender of Princeton, WI; grandchildren, Kollin Korbin and Kole Niemuth and Aidyn and Ahliya Henning; a brother, Rick (Tammy) Niemuth of Ripon, WI; two nephews, Jonathan (special friend, Tiffany Shadick) Niemuth and Joshua (special friend, Ashley Cook) Niemuth; great-nieces and great-nephews, Dawson, Coral, Graice, Piper, and Drew; other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Benjamin and Patricia Niemuth; and a sister, Debbie Niemuth.

A private family graveside service for Ben will be held at Liberty Prairie Cemetery, Pickett, WI, with Pastor Michael Sheppard officiating.