Benjamin Franklin Hilliker (May 23, 1843 – October 18, 1916) served in the Union Army during the American Civil War. He received the Medal of Honor. Hilliker was born on May 23, 1843. He joined the 8th Wisconsin Infantry from Waupaca, Wisconsin in August 1861, and was discharged due to his wounds in August 1863. Hilliker died on October 18, 1916, and was buried at Hollywood Forever Cemetery in Los Angeles, California.