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for Lawrence Bentley
Chris Govert
April 22, 2015
So sorry to hear of Larry's passing. We had some great times in the early to mid 80's playing softball for OLC in the Crown Point church league. Larry always played to win and set a great example for the younger guys on the team. My thoughts and prayers are with the Bentley family.
Kathy Jenkins
April 21, 2015
Thank you Mr. Bentley!! You made the world a better place! I pray for God's love & mercy for his family.
Dawn Rule
April 18, 2015
Sending condolences and prayers to Larry's family. We were classmates at Hobart High.
Linda Buzinec
April 14, 2015
George and I were so sorry to hear of the loss of Larry. Our deepest condolences to the family and we are sorry we could not make the visitation.
Rosanna Coy
April 12, 2015
My sincere condolences to the Bentley family. Mr. Bentley was my Social Studies teacher at Holy Angels and he taught all of my brothers and sisters at Holy Angels and/or BNI. He was an amazing teacher and he taught us more than just what was in the text books. He genuinely cared about his students and we were lucky to know him.
April 11, 2015
Always enjoyed seeing Mr. Bentley. He was a very nice man.
Our sincere condolences.
Hobart Office Centier Bank
Steve Tinsley
April 10, 2015
To the Bentley Family:
Please accept my deepest condolences. I had Mr. Bentley as a teacher at both Holy Angels and Bishop Noll, and he was a kind man and great teacher. He touched the lives of so many young people and is a permanent part of many fond memories of our childhood and adolescence. May God's peace and love comfort you at this time.
Cindy Peña
April 10, 2015
No matter how long it would be between visits, you always remembered I was one of the "Peña" girls. You are truly an original.
Erika Burch
April 10, 2015
RIP Mr. Bentley!! I always enjoyed Social Studies class @ Holy Angels, what a Great Teacher!! I didn't have him as a teacher @ Noll, but I did enjoy our encounters in the hallway!! He will be missed!! My deepest sympathy to the Bentley Family.
Ms. Jancosek
April 9, 2015
LB was a fantastic teacher and colleague who I had the honor to spend 3 years at BNI with. Prayers and god's blessings to all of you.
Melissa Paradiso
April 8, 2015
Mr. Bentley. I will always be grateful for your kindness and encouragement. Rest Peacefully.
April 8, 2015
Rest in peace Larry. You were a great guy and a wonderful person to talk to. I am a better person for knowing you.
Emily Rokosz
April 8, 2015
L.B, you were one of a kind. I'm so grateful for the countless laughs we experienced together and for all that you let me get away with in your class ;) Your friendship, wit, and smile will be missed by so many! Until we meet again L.B...
Arthur Flores, M.D. BNI '88
April 8, 2015
Mr. Bentley taught us History, but taught us much more about life, dedication and FRIENDSHIP. He has, for over four decades, proudly exemplified the institution we call Bishop Noll. Thank you LB for your dedication and friendship! May you Rest in Peace with God.
Tom Strabavy '87
April 8, 2015
LB was an awesome man. Great Coach, great family friend. He'll be missed by all. Say Hi to Gram for me, Coach...
Lisa Kusiak '88
April 7, 2015
Mr. Bentley, "LB "' was my favorite teacher. He was fair, funny, kind with a quick wit. I am so lucky to have known you.
RIP LB
Linda Devon
April 7, 2015
Please accept my deepest sympathies. Both of my daughters had Mr. Bentley for U.S. History at BNI and they adored him. He was always such a wonderful man to talk to and we will truly miss him. Rest in peace Mr. Bentley.
Mario Ramirez -BNI class of '07
April 7, 2015
Mr. Bentley was a great teacher, role model and mentor for the students he taught over the years. My deepest sympathies to his family but know his spirit will live on especially in those halls of BNI.
stephanie rosado(perez)
April 7, 2015
I am so glad he was a part of my life he was my teacher and driving instructor. A person who had integrity and whose opinion I valued because of his candor. We will all miss you.
Patricia Huerta
April 7, 2015
I remember Mr. Bentley as being one of the first male lay teachers at Holy Angels. After quite a few stern nuns and many female lay teachers, it was quite a change to walk into his class. He was friendly and personable and it was always a joy to go to my Social Studies class. Our family later had the pleasure of continuing our relationship outside of the school walls when he married into the Cafiero family, our dear family friends. I look at this sad occasion with the thoughts back to being raised with the understanding that when someone is called to God before their time, it was because God wanted them more. Well, he got a good one when he called Mr. Bentley home. RIP Mr.B!!
Larry Fluke
April 7, 2015
Larry's family can take great comfort in knowing how many lives that he has touched and influence, Rest in Peace
Mary Lou Bool (Rosales )
April 7, 2015
Prayers for your family. You were the best of the best! A positive influence in the life so many young people. Thanks for your kindness.
Mary Lou Bool (Rosales )
April 7, 2015
Prayers for your family. You were the best of the best! A positive influence in the life so many young people. Thanks for your kindness.
April 7, 2015
Mr. Bentley was equal parts man and legend and 100% overall great guy.
There is some irony in the sense that he taught history because of his passion and zeal as a parent, teacher, friend, coach,and husband he became part of history as we all recognize his profound impact on us all.
To this day, I remember having you as my homeroom teacher over 20 years ago. You are a source of pride for Bishop Noll!
Rest in peace Mr. Bentley.
Joseph Antotti
April 7, 2015
The Angotti family of Monmouth,IL offer their condolences to the Bentley family.
Joe and Carol Rajchel
April 7, 2015
To the Bentley family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy on your loss. Thank you for allowing LB to be a part of our lives. He was a wonderful person and has left us with a life time full of memories.
Rest in Peace LB. We will never forget you.
Shana Szany BNI 1994
April 7, 2015
LB was, by far, the best and most memorable teacher I ever had. He will be missed by all who had the pleasure of learning from him.
Melissa Perisho BNI Class of 88
April 7, 2015
Mr Bentley was AMAZING!!!! I was privileged to have him as a teacher 3 times while at BNI. He made learning fun, he was one of my favorite teachers & a highlight of my 4 years of High School. THANK YOU MR B for all that you taught me and shared with us. You were an amazing teacher & friend!!! Rest in Peace and watch over us ....
Amanda (Kazragys) Burnham BNI Class of 1988
April 7, 2015
Mr. Bentley was one of my favorite teachers at Bishop Noll. He made history fun. His love of teaching was evident, and his humor was infectious. He was always up for a good argument about a grade, and it was always a great victory when you could convince him that you deserved full credit. He will be missed by many, and heaven is rejoicing in having him home. My prayers and deepest sympathy goes out to his family. Rest in peace LB.
Sheri Bradtke McNeil
April 7, 2015
Mr. Bentley entertained and educated an entire generation at Noll. The Bradtke family will keep LB in our thoughts and prayers always.
Elsie Peña Solis
April 7, 2015
Mr. Bentley taught my family at Holy Angels/BNI. He was everyone's favorite teacher. I will always remember his saying, "answer in detail". I saw him 20 years after he taught me, he still remembered me. The true sign of a great teacher. He will always be remembered as our favorite teacher. Condolences to his family. He will be missed.
Fr. Mike Yadron
April 7, 2015
For the three years that I taught at Bishop Noll, my classroom was next door to Larry Bentley's. He had a real joy in teaching and total concern for his students. He was a good man, a great teacher, and one heck of a coach. Enjoy eternal reward for your labors!
Elizabeth Luna
April 7, 2015
Mr. Bentley one of my favorite teacher at Holy Angels...RIP Mr. Bentley! Condolences to the Family.
Charlene Johnson
April 7, 2015
Mr. Bently you will be greatly missed! You always had a smile on your face and a great sense of humor. We were lucky to have you in our lives.
Charlene Johnson '99
Cathy Huerta
April 7, 2015
My prayers are with Kurt and Barb. May you find comfort in knowing how many lives were touched by Larry.
I was privileged to be in the first class that Larry taught at Holy Angels. Needless to say, he was a favorite teacher among all his students. I later had the honor of him becoming my colleague when I started my teaching career at Holy Angels. Larry was a great inspiration and a true friend. He will be missed.
Angela Boyd
April 7, 2015
Rest peacefully Mr. Bentley .
Thank for you being a great teacher !!
Lisa (Block) Reid Class of 1999
April 6, 2015
You will forever be missed Mr. Bentley!!! You were always a favorite teacher of mine and we were better students for having you as a teacher, mentor and friend.
Elsie Peña Solis
April 6, 2015
Mr. Bentley taught my family at Holy Angels/Bishop Noll. He was everyone's favorite teacher. I have great memories and I will never forget his saying, "answer in detail". We were fortunate to have such a great teacher. I saw him at BNI, 20 years after he taught me, he remembered me. The true sign of a teacher that cared. My sincerest condolences to his family. He will be missed.
Rick Strabavy '90
April 6, 2015
LB was simply the BEST!! He will be sorely missed by all.
RIP LB. Till we meet again...
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