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Maria Benjamin Obituary
The daughter of the late Antonio and Carmella Ruggiero Farina, she was born on April 29, 1950 in Queens, N.Y.
A family statement reads: "Our mother was the strongest, most amazing person we will ever know, and she will remain in our hearts, thoughts and prayers forever."
Maria loved the Beatles, watching TV, cooking, and most of all spending time with her beloved grandchildren.
She is survived by her daughters, Michelle Seger and her husband, Michael of Greenville and Nancy Churko and her husband, Brian of Middletown; her sons, Robert Benjamin Jr. of Dannemora, N.Y. and Daniel Benjamin and his companion Tara Beach of Port Jervis; eight grandchildren, Nikolas, Elizabeth, Brian, Tyler, Alexander, Robert, Christopher and Joseph; two brothers, Anthony and John Farina; two sisters, Nancy Farina and Camille Benjamin; as well as several nieces and nephews.
Maria was predeceased by one daughter, Laura Ann; one brother, Michael Farina; and one brother-in-law Donny Benjamin.
Visitation will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 28 at Applebee-McPhillips Funeral Home, Inc., 130 Highland Avenue, Middletown.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, Nov. 29 at 10 a.m. in Holy Cross R.C. Church, South Centerville, N.Y. Father Bob Porpora will officiate.
Burial will follow in the family plot in St. Francis Cemetery, New Windsor.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Applebee-McPhillips Funeral Home, Inc. www.applebee-mcphillips.com 845-343-6309
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Memories and Condolences
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Peggy Johnson
November 29, 2007
Nancy, Brian- I was so sorry when I heard. Please accept my sincerest condolences, and call me if you need anything.
Debbi , Greg, Jared, Jaime Lisack
November 27, 2007
Our sincerest condolences to Nancy, Michelle and your families. The loss of your mom has to be one of the hardest losses you will have to bear.
We said a special prayer for your mom today and we hope that your fond remembrances will help you through this difficult time.
Camille Benjamin
November 27, 2007
We were like two peas in a pod when we were growing up. Maria will live in my heart forever. We will meet again. Your loving sister, Camille
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