Benjamin Nolan Annas, 25, loving son, loving brother and loving friend, died Monday, March 21, 2005.

A memorial service was conducted at 2 p.m. Friday at Christ Wesleyan Church, 2390 Union Cross Road, Winston-Salem, by Pastor George Gasperson.

He was born on Nov. 23, 1979, in Camp Hill, Pa., a son of James Nolan Annas Jr., and Kimberly Ann Jacoby Annas and brother of Daniel James Annas.

Surviving are his parents, James and Kimberly Annas of Kernersville; a brother, Daniel James Annas, also of Kernersville; paternal grandparents, James and Florine Annas Sr., of Pennsylvania; maternal grandparents, Connie and Dean Vaugh of Pennsylvania and Charles and Arletta Jacoby of Pennsylvania; and many loving aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

Ben gave all of himself to his family and friends. He had a passion for life and whatever challenges were presented, Ben met with a determination to succeed. Ben will be greatly missed by all those he touched. He truly gave more to this world than he took.

In honor of Ben, a memorial fund has been established. Please make donations to: Northwest Wrestling Booster Club Fund in memory of Ben Annas and send to Coach Ron Bare, Northwest High School, 5240 Northwest School Road, Greensboro, NC 27409.