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Melva Benedict Obituary

Melva Elizabeth Benedict Battle Creek Melva Elizabeth (Leedle) Benedict, 86, of Battle Creek, MI, died Monday, October 26, 2009. She was born July 27, 1923 in Battle Creek, MI the daughter of George G. Leedle, Sr. and Laura (Severance) Aldridge. Melva is survived by Son: George Benedict, Jr. of Battle Creek, MI; Daughters: Sally (Norm) Visich of Westlake, OH, Vickie (John) Hibdon of Mt. Juliet, TN and Suzanne Benedict of Mesquite, TX; Sister: Florence Bucklin of Battle Creek, MI; 11 Grandchildren and 15 Great Grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her Parents; her Husband of 65 years: George Albert Benedict, Sr. (2006); Sister: Alice Cochensparger; Brothers: Frank Leedle and John Leedle. She formerly loved to quilt, was an avid bird watcher and loved her dog "Aggie". Visitation will be held at Bachman Hebble Funeral Service on Thursday, Oct 29, 2009, 6:00-8:00 p.m. Memorial service will be held Friday, October 30, 2009, 1:30 p.m. at the Bachman Hebble Funeral Service. Burial will be at the Fort Custer National Cemetery in Augusta, MI. Memorial tributes may be made to Humane Society. Arrangements by the Bachman Hebble Funeral Service. (269)965-5145 www.bachmanhebble.com

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Published by Battle Creek Enquirer on Oct. 28, 2009.

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Jim Cadwallader

November 7, 2009

We are very sorry for your loss our prayers are with you

Jim and Eva Cadwallader

October 28, 2009

Suzanne and family I want to express my deepest sympathy on your loss. I know how it feels to lose a mother - but hold onto the good memories. Much love - Karen McDade

Pat Hames

October 28, 2009

Ben, Sally, Vickie, and Suzanne. I am so sorry to hear of you mother passing. I have so many good memories at your house as a child. Your family was very special to me. Suzanne I would love to hear from you in time. My sister Carol was friends with Vickie and would also love to hear from her. Time will heal but our memories will be the best part of our lives. Pat (Schumaker) Hames and Bob Hames

Tim and Cheryl Kavanagh

October 28, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Jennifer Arnold

October 28, 2009

Suzanne, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Belinda Noble

October 28, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Jennifer Markos (Walker)

October 28, 2009

Mrs. Benedict was a very special person and she will be greatly missed. Many wonderful times at her house and she made the best split pea soup ever!
love, all the Walker kids, Mark, Jeff and Jennie

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