Benjamin Lee “Ben” Neligh, age 48, of Red Oak, Iowa, passed away Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Good Samaritan Society. Ben was born August 10, 1977, in Iowa City, Iowa the son of Harry “Butch” and Marilyn (Munro) Neligh. He was raised most of his life in Red Oak but graduated from Griswold High School in 1996. Over the years, he worked for ROMECH, a food processing plant in Kansas, and Nishna Productions in Red Oak. Benny, as he was known by many, was a very imaginative, curious, independent and adventuresome guy. He enjoyed playing video games, watching wrestling and football, and was an avid Iowa State Fan. He also loved the outdoors, bicycling, going to the creek, and making memories and lasting friendships with the neighbors. Benny was most proud of his participation in the Special Olympics, receiving many medals.

Preceding him in death were two of his good friends: Danny McClish and Kenny Frame. Survivors include his children: Brooklyn Strough and husband David of Shenandoah, IA and Cailey Neligh, Brynn Neligh, and Kaigen Neligh of Kansas; grandson: Zachary Strough of Shenandoah, IA; parents: Harry “Butch” and Marilyn Neligh of Red Oak, IA; sisters: Mary Johnson and husband Ben of Urbandale, IA and Holly Nadolsky and husband Brian of Norwalk, IA; aunt and uncle: Shirley and Larry Teneyk of Kansas; best friend: Joey Gibson of Auburn, NE; and many other relatives and friends.

A graveside celebration of life service will be held at 3 PM Friday, June 5, 2026, at the Pilot Grove Cemetery.

LeRette Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.