Dorothy L. Benner

Dorothy Benner Obituary

Dorothy L. Benner WHITMAN Dorothy L. (Hall) Benner, 93, of Whitman, died Monday, Oct. 6, in Caritas Good Samaritan Medical Center, in Brockton, after a period of failing health. She was a loving mother, grandmother and friend to all and teacher and principal of the Dyer School in Whitman for over 36 years. "I know my Lord has a plan for me and I have gone to the best adventure of my life." Lets not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God believe also in me. In my Fathers house are many mansions, John 14:3. Dorothy received two master's degree from Bridgewater State College, and at 62, went back to Boston College and received her CAGS. Dot was a member of many community activities, Womans Club, finance committee, cable show May We Come In, World War II nurses aide1941-1945, Hanson Riding Club, past president and member, the Satucket Polo Club, NEA, MTA, finance committee, Girls Scouts, the First Skateboard Committee, historical committee, Sunday school teacher at the first Baptist Church of Whitman for 33 years, trustee of church, hostess of many church activities, Friends of the Senior Center, American Heart Assoc., National Conference of Christian and Jews, Friends of the Library Committee. The recent cable program, "Something Different with Stanley Bowman", received a national honor for the best program about Rocky Marciano and the Rebekahs. Dorothy was a person who loved and cared for all people. She had a true love of Jesus and told all about Him and the Salvation He gives. Even at the end of her life, she was helping others at Life Care and was so positive to the end. As she always said, God be with you and have a good day. She is survived by her daughter, Gloria l. Knox, wife of the late Peter Knox; her grandchildren, Jennifer Kruzel and her husband Richard of Brockton, Jason P. Knox and his friend Cindy Williams of Whitman; also her cousins, Marjorie and Ken Williamson, Norman and Donna Waite of Connecticut; her dear neighbors, the Walters and the Varleys; and many, many friends and loved ones. She will be missed by all. Her services will be held Monday, Oct. 13, at 7 p.m. in the Blanchard Funeral Chapel, Plymouth Street (Rte. 58 at the rotary), Whitman. Interment will be private in the Melrose Cemetery in Brockton. Visitation will be held Monday, Oct. 13, from 4-7 p.m. For online condolences and directions, please visit www.blanchardfc.com.

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Published by The Enterprise on Oct. 10, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Dorothy Benner

14 Entries

John & Vicki Dougherty

October 17, 2008

Thank You for being our friend.

Eileen Haas (Humfryes)

October 16, 2008

Gloria, What can I say about your mother except that she was a very special lady. She was always involved in so many things and gave her all to all of them. What total devotion! I'm sure she's in heaven helping God with many tasks. How proud you must be to say "I'm Dot Benner's daughter."

The Parker Family

October 15, 2008

We are so sorry for your loss. We have fond memories of Mrs. Benner as such a warm and kind lady, from many years ago during riding lessons. Our prayers are with you.

RICHARD BARTHOLDSON

October 13, 2008

Gloria, your mom will live in our hearts and memories always, she touched so many people, truly a local legend. I was always amazed when she would instantly remember my name! Rick Bartholdson

Mary-Jane Ricker-Harris

October 13, 2008

So sorry for your loss......a great lady!

Mark Linde

October 13, 2008

Dot was a remarkable gem! Her program with Brockton's legendary Stan Bauman was a a true classic. My best friend Stephen Roy made sure she will always be remembered by preserving her unique charm on videotape as a living history. I only got to see Dot a few times but she seemed like everyone's grandmother.

Barbara (Wolfe) Derosier

October 11, 2008

Dear Gloria, Jen and Jason,
Although my memories of 'Mrs Benner' are many and span over half of a century I still picture her standing by her office door at Dyer giving those wonderful hugs as needed as only she could. Not only was she my principal but also my 5th and 6th grade teacher. How she made those years special. I especially recall the square dances, chocolate milk and ice cream (unusual then), flower picking day for May baskets, lunch with her at the old 'Browns', and just hanging out at your house. She was years ahead of herself in education/child psychology. She certainly wasn't a 9 to 3 educator. I also think of her in the forefront of ecumenical understanding (note: the Maypole ) and of teaching (and living) The Golden Rule. She certainly has made a difference in hundreds of lives. I often think of her as a female Teddy Roosevelt charging up San Juan Hill. :) as she never did anything without gusto. Hers was a life well lived.
Hold the memories dear and smile.
With love,

Chris Colvin Cronin

October 11, 2008

I spent most of my life in Whitman and Dorothy was one of the most caring people I have ever known. Having spent much of my youth as a Girl Scout, she spent endless time with Camp Alice Carleton. She had her hand in everything and knew everyone by name. Dot will be greatly missed and I have wonderful memories of her. May her family take solice in knowing how much she was respected and appreciated.

nikki osborne

October 11, 2008

Mrs.Benner was not only my principal at the dyer school, but my friend..She was there for me ALWAYS.Not only at school but she use to come to my home to see me.I worked in the office and use to walk to DUVALS drugstore to get Mrs. Benner lunch.(along with Mrs.Long,and Mrs.Tucker)I have fond memories of Mrs.Benner..May she rest in peace and sing with the angels for the rest of time..

Donna Jewers

October 10, 2008

Gloria and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Dorothy will surely be missed in this town. My kids all had her as a Sunday School teacher at the First Baptist Church.

Lee (Ferroni) Berry

October 10, 2008

Mrs. Benner was my first grade teacher. She was a caring and dedicated person who has touched the lives of many.

Please accept my sincere condolences.

Cindy Tirrell-Coyle

October 10, 2008

Mrs. Benner was a wonderful, lovely lady. She was my Principal at the Dyer School and will be sorely missed.

brenda emsley (zani)

October 10, 2008

mrs.benner was my principal in the old dyer school she will be sadly missed may god be with you.

Tina Martins (albanese)

October 10, 2008

Very sorry for your loss and I wish your family well.

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