Benjamin Todd Wilcock

Benjamin Todd Wilcock passed away unexpectedly at his home on September 13, 2024. He was born in Great Falls, Montana on February 1, 1984. He graduated from C.M. Russell High School in 2002.
Benjamin worked at Coca-Cola in Great Falls, MT since 2017 working his way up from a part-time Merchandiser to an Operations Manager. He was also gainfully employed prior to Coca-Cola. That information can be purchased for $9.99 per copy. Cash only. (Disclosure: This is a joke. One of the proofreaders thought Ben’s mom was truly trying to profit off his work history).
Benjamin was extremely self-aware of his creative brilliance, musical talent, quick-witted humor, natural leadership, and superior fashion sense. He felt it would be selfish to keep these gifts behind closed doors so freely shared them on public forums, community events, and within his workplace.
In all seriousness, if this obituary were written in true Benjamin style it would get denied for publication. His humor was raw, unfiltered, and often shocking. His mother and grandmother laughed until they cried as they scrolled through his Facebook pictures and posts, but prayed he did not share the posts on their wall. He could take the most grueling task, add a bit of his humor, and make it fun and entertaining for everyone (well most everyone). Ben did not know how not to be exceptional at anything put in front of him. It was just who he was. He gave his best plus more. He was highly respected and loved by those around him including his employees, his friends, and his family. Benjamin has left his mark on all of us and will forever be missed. He was truly one of a kind.
He is survived by his mother, Kelli (David) McCann; long-time friends, John Henry and Chris Montgomery; brothers, Christian Wilcock, Brian Wilcock, Christopher Pedrow, Mitchell Pedrow and Travis Pedrow; sisters, Amy Bertzyk, Brittany McCann, Brittani Wilcock, Shayna McCann, Chelsea Lemieux, and Holli Dauwalder; Jerry Pedrow; many friends and family members; and his two adored cats.
Benjamin was preceded in death by his father, Terry Wilcock, and stepfather, Richard Lefebre.
There will be a celebration of life for Benjamin on October 5, 2024, from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Eagle’s. It will be informal and just a gathering to share our love and memories of Ben.

As I (Benjamin’s mother) reread this a week after he left this world, I know he would have loved the humor. It was in honor of him, but the words just do not feel enough. The following tribute, written by his childhood friend, Chris Montgomery, is so perfect.
Ben was never a person to turn away from a fight. He had a sharp and penetrating intellect and was extremely passionate when he thought he was right, sometimes even to his own detriment. Thankfully though, over the years, his intelligence became wisdom. He learned patience and calmness. He thought before he acted and strived to see everyone’s position. He was a good man that touched countless lives during his time on this Earth with acts of kindness and understanding.
Ben loved drawing. He loved music. His creativity and imagination were boundless. There was not an instrument he could not play. He could write and produce music in so many different styles, very reminiscent of his favorite band, Queen. It is truly a tragedy the world will never get to see everything he was capable of creating.
Condolences for the family may be shared online at www.SchniderFuneralHome.com.