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RAYMOND ERIC BENSON
Born: May 05, 1928
Date of Passing: Nov 21, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryRAYMOND ERIC BENSON Peacefully on Thursday, November 21, 2013, Ray Benson, husband, father, grandfather and good friend, passed away. Ray will be sadly missed by his wife of 60 years, Ellen (nee Stipp), children Wayne (Ember), Sandra, Martha (Rob), and Trish (Jeff); grandchildren Bradley, Meghan and Matthew. Ray was predeceased by his parents, Fredric and Ethel, brother Art and granddaughter Tracy. Ray was born in Winnipeg, May 5, 1928 and grew up in Fort Rouge. He attended Lord Roberts and Kelvin schools. Growing up, Ray enjoyed playing baseball and hockey, and in later years he continued his love of sports while curling at Fort Rouge Curling Club and golfing at Breezy Bend Country Club, where he also served as President for two years. Ray enjoyed a 43 year career at Investors Group. After retiring in 1991, he lovingly gave all of his time, passion and energy to his family, his church and the sport of golf. Ray also loved travelling with his family to Arizona. Ray was a longtime member of Westworth United Church, and was a devoted member of the choir for more than 30 years. A Celebration of Life will be held 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 26, 2013 at Westworth United Church, 1750 Grosvenor Avenue with Reverend Mona Denton officiating. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to the charity of your choice. A special thank you to the amazing staff at St. Boniface General Hospital. Bardal Funeral Home and Crematorium 204-774-7474 Condolences: www.bardal.ca
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 23, 2013
Condolences & Memories (7 entries)
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I am so very sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Benson who many of us at IG fondly called Mr. B. Mr. B was a great guy and always took the time to pop by and say hi when visiting IG. My condolences to his family - Posted by: Lisa Bannatyne (Friend ) on: Dec 16, 2013
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We remember Ray fondly from Breezy Bend golf club where he and Ellen were valuable members. Our sympathies. - Posted by: Brenda Parrott and Dave Morison (friends) on: Dec 05, 2013
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Thinking of you with deepest sympathy Mrs. Benson and family. We will always remember Mr. Benson's wonderful sense of humour. With much love, Elwin and Debra - Posted by: Elwin and Debra Giesbrecht () on: Nov 25, 2013
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my deepest condolences to Wayne and family. - Posted by: mike love (freind) on: Nov 25, 2013
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Wayne and Ember: We are so sorry for your loss. Although we did not know Ray we are sure he was a wonderful father to raise a son such as you. - Posted by: John and Donna Alexander (Friends) on: Nov 24, 2013
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Ray, as a great man once said, "Thanks for the Memories". Ellen, our thoughts and prayers are with you. - Posted by: Wayne & Gwen Shorten (Friend) on: Nov 24, 2013
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Always makes me smile when I think of your dad, Trish (especially when he answered the phone!) This poem reminded me of your dad and although I couldn't find the original, I made up my own! My thoughts as with your family at this time. ~ in Life, if you are intelligent, you may be admired, if you are wealthy, you may be envied, if you are powerful, you may be feared. but if you are Blessed with a Good Heart, a Warm, Accepting Smile, Inviting Laughter and a Song, You will Always be Remembered, by those whose Lives You've Reached out to and Connected with. It's not about the wealth, the power or the intellect, but the Legacy is in Lives of Those You've truly Touched, without ego and without condition~ Soulfully, from Heart and with Love~ - Posted by: Lori & Bruce (Friend (of Trish)) on: Nov 23, 2013