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Mary Bentham Obituary

BENTHAM, Mary Claire (O'Keefe) Born in Ross, California on May 17, 1931, and joined our Lord on October 9, 2010. Mary is survived by her loving husband Al Bentham; step children Dana Hall (John) and Chris Bentham (Nancy); grandchildren Lauren Hall, Jennifer, Nathan and Jacob Bentham; sisters-in-law Beverly Crownover-Keefe and Laurie O'Keefe; also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents Martin and Hannah O'Keefe; siblings Gerry, Dick and Bill. Mary attended schools in San Francisco, St. Anne's Preserntation Academy and SF State. She retired from United Airlines after 35 years. She was a 20 year member of Star of the Valley Catholic Church. Mary perceived beauty in everything and everyone. At Mary's request services will be private. Contributions may be made to Sutter VNA Hospice, 1110 No. Dutton Avenue, Santa Rosa, CA 95401, or a charity of your choice. DANIELS CHAPEL OF THE ROSES FUNERAL AND CREMATION SERVICES, 525-3730

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Published by Press Democrat from Oct. 13 to Oct. 16, 2010.

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Tiffany Crownover

October 19, 2010

Al- Mitch and I wan to send you our heart felt condolences. Mary was such a nice lady and will be missed by all. You are in our thoughts and our prayers. With love, Mitch and Tiffany Crownover

Gerry and Don Hagstrom

October 18, 2010

Dear Al - We are so saddened by Mary's death. We know she is in a better place. Our hope is that with time you can remember all the good times we shared. We have lost a dear fiend. We loved her so much, just as we love you so much. You were such a good and devoted husband and a wonderful caregiver during her illness.

October 18, 2010

Dearest Al.... Garry and I just rcvd your card re the death of my beloved Mary. I had no idea that she was ill and can hardly bear her loss. Oh why didn't we keep in touch all these so many years. I have loved both of you from the day we met (even though you made me cut my hair). I need your phone number. I need to talk to you ASAP.
My forever love.... Cathy McDonald Dixon

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