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Nancy Benson Obituary

Nancy Lee Benson

Nancy Lee Benson nee Daniels, wife of Robert Benson, loving mother to Leslie Ann (Jeffrey Glen) Grosshauser and Linda Ann Svanstrom. Dear grandmother of Danielle Svanstrom, Nina (Jeff) Koehler, Thomas Svanstrom, Hillary Grosshauser and Bobby Grosshauser. Dear great grandmother of Mason Thomas Koehler and James Robert Koehler.

Nancy was a school teacher for over 55 years, teaching in both parochial and public schools. She had a lust for life, laughter and her family. Nancy battled Cancer for over 25 years and rest peacefully now with the lord.

Visitation will be held Sunday, May 17, 2015, from 2:00 to 6:00 P.M. at Yurs Funeral Home, 1771 W. State Street (Rte 38), Geneva. Funeral Mass will be held Monday, 10:30 A.M. May 19th at Holy Cross Church 2300 Main Street Batavia, IL. Entombment will follow at Queen of Heaven Cemetery Hillside.

In lieu of flowers please send donations to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

To leave an online condolence or remembrance to the family, visit the funeral home's obituary page at www.yursfuneralhomes.com.

For more information, please call Yurs Funeral Home of Geneva, 630-232-7337.

Published by Kane County Chronicle on May 14, 2015.
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Nancy continues to have left a very important legacy in Prestbury. Everytime I go past her home, she is remembered. In meeting with others in the Prestbury area Nancy is still very much missed.

Claire Schiltz

Neighbor

May 9, 2021

Mrs. Benson was an angel at Aurora Central catholic high school when I was a student there

Robert Dantonio

Student

July 8, 2020

Linda Svanstrom

October 27, 2016

Nancy was the teacher was the most inspirational teacher I had. I went into engineering because of her and am going to create a Nancy Benson Science fund for scholarships.

Ragu Sada

July 21, 2015

Benson family, I'm So sorry for your loss, Nancy was the best science teacher at St "A", as well as a neighbor on Cornell St. She educated my children as well as me. I did her typing of science papers and tests for many years. The Banks' family send our condolences.
Jane Banks

May 23, 2015

At times like this, it is good to remember what Jesus said at John 5:28.

May 18, 2015

Dear Bob,
Nancy was special. I only have pleasant memories of her and I will always hold her in the highest regard. My sincere condolances to you and all of her family. You're in my family's prayers.
Claire Schiltz

Claire and Dale Schiltz

May 17, 2015

My husband and I are so sorry to hear about your loss. Mrs. Benson had such an impact on so many peoples lives and what they chose for their future. I've always highly respected teachers, and like the greatest teacher, Jesus, she obviously had such great care for everyone that she taught.
And with Jesus compassion, he cried when he seen all the others crying over the death of his dear friend Lazarus. While even then he knew he was going to raise Lazarus from the dead. Which was right back to the earth, where all of his dear friends and family could be with him again. So even now, Jesus still has that same compassion even though he knows he will shortly raise all those asleep in death back to life.
Please continue to take care of yourselves and get your needed rest.
With love,
The Wilds
John 11:11-15, 33-44 (account of Jesus and Lazarus)

The Wilds

May 17, 2015

She was such an inspirational teacher I feel so blessed I got to learn from her she taught us a lot more than just science. Prayers for her family.

sarah estrada

May 16, 2015

Rest in peace, Mrs. Benson! She and Gayle Schumer at Marquardt Middle School were two of the main reasons I went on to study mathematics and become a teacher. She rocked! Condolences to the family during this difficult time; the world has lost a brave, spunky lady.

Lisa Grilli Blaylock

May 16, 2015

I was a student of Mrs. Benson, her first year at St. Alexander's, in 1971. She inspired me to be a teacher. Not only was she was an outstanding teacher, but she was also an outstanding person. She had a wonderful sense of humor, was always kind, and loving. One of a kind. Love her and miss her already.

Kathleen McAvoy

May 16, 2015

I was a student of Mrs. Benson's at Marquardt Middle School from 1989-1991. She has always been a teacher that I tell my kids and students stories about. Definitely one of the five best and most influential teachers in my life.

Stacy Ross (Kuznitsky)

May 16, 2015

She knew all of my tricks. She was a great teacher. She was my home room teacher and Science Fair Councelor in 1979-80. Classy lady.

Amy Merritt

May 15, 2015

May the true God of all comfort give your family hope during these most difficult times. Acts 25:15

May 15, 2015

Best damn science teacher on the planet! Made everyday fun. Makes me proud to be a scientist. Just kidding. I remember she told us that her dog grabbed the turkey off the table one Thanksgiving. Did that really happen? Nancy made the world a better place. Love you Mrs. "B"
Greg Vazquez. St. A's Class of '77

Greg Vazquez

May 15, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss. Please be assured God cares for you and will be a source of comfort at this time. 1 Pet. 5:7

May 14, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss. Please be assured God cares for you and will be a source of comfort at this time. 1 Pet. 5:7

May 14, 2015

During all their distress it was distressing to him...In his love and compassion...he lifted them up and carried them all the days of old." (Isaiah 63:9) Please know that our Heavenly Father knows the pain you feel and promises to carry you through this distressing time.

E.W, ILLINOIS

May 14, 2015

Sorry to hear about your loss. May you find hope in the God of all comfort. 2 Cor. 1:3-5

May 14, 2015

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May

17

Visitation

2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Yurs Funeral Home of Geneva

1771 W. State Street, Geneva, IL 60134

May

18

Funeral Mass

10:30 a.m.

Holy Cross Church

2300 Main Street, Batavia, IL

May

18

Entombment

Queen of Heaven Cemetery

Hillside, IL

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