Francis (Frank) Benard, 90, of Summerville, South Carolina passed away, Wednesday, December 20, 2017. He was a United States Army veteran, serving as a paratrooper in Europe during WWII. Survivors include his wife of 65 years, Marilyn Benard; children Gary Benard, Wendy Benard, Lisa Benard, and Lori Zareski; as well as six grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son Keith Benard and granddaughter Kelli Benard. Interment will take place at Saratoga National Cemetery at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choosing. Expressions of sympathy may be viewed or submitted to www.mcalister-smith.com. Arrangements entrusted to McAlister-Smith Funeral Home, Goose Creek Chapel, 869 St. James Avenue Goose Creek, South Carolina, 29445, 843-553-1511.