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Walter Erick Bendixsen (1934-2012) - After a courageous four year battle with cancer, fondly known as "Benny" or "Scoop" passed away at the South Okanagan General Hospital on Friday, January 6, 2012. Lovingly remembered by his wife Eileen; children, Nancy (Doug) of Richmond and Jeff (Renae) of Summerland; grandchildren, Ryan of Vancouver, Jordan of Summerland and Kylie of Kelowna. Survived by his buddy Rick; sisters, Lydia, Margaret and extended families. Benny worked as a crane operator operating engineers Local 115. He enjoyed his travels to Mazatlan, Mexico and was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 97. His hobbies were woodworking and he enjoyed B.Sing with the guys at the Legion. Cremation has taken place and no service by request. The family would like to thank the South Okanagan General Hospital staff, home support, Palliative Care Nurse, Lynn and special thanks to Dr. Entwistle. Arrangements entrusted to: Graham Funeral Home, 5950 Kootenay Street (99th Street) Oliver, B.C. V0H 1T0 (250) 498-3833. Your message of condolence, sharing your fond memories of Benny may be sent to: www.grahamfh.com
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