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David Benson Obituary

Age 56, passed away unexpectedly in the early morning hours of November 26, 2010, at his home with his wife by his side. The eldest of two children of Stan and Joan Benson, David was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on July 31, a birth date he shared with his mother. David worked in construction for over 25 years, and most recently was the Facilities Director at Hillcrest Christian School in Granada Hills, California. David always put his family first in his life, and especially enjoyed family vacations and activities. His other interests included reading, fishing, astronomy and, most importantly, USC Trojan football. David is survived by his wife, Lisa Benson; his three children, Joseph, Caitlin and Jennifer Benson; father and mother, Stan and Joan Benson; sister, Kathy Zetterberg and her husband, Bjorn Zetterberg; and their daughter, Kirsten Zetterberg. A memorial service will be held at Shepherd of the Hills Church in Porter Ranch, on Thursday, December 2, 2010, 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in David Benson's name to Hillcrest Christian School in Granada Hills, contact number (818) 368-7071.

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Published by Los Angeles Daily News on Dec. 1, 2010.

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December 3, 2010

Stan & Joan and Family - so sorry for your loss. Our memories of Dave go way back. Thinking of you & praying for peace, comfort, and strength for your family.

Gus and Connie Pipkin
Citrus Heights, California

Jim Koffer

December 3, 2010

Lisa and Family,
I was happy that I was able to reconnect with Dave by phone over the past several years. It had been many years since we were in High school and had done some hunting together. He always spoke with a lot of love about his family, always true of heart.
My prayers are with you. Know that Dave is resting in the hands of our Loving Lord, our true salvation.

jill hunziker

December 2, 2010

lisa and family i am sorry for your loss!!!!! i still remember going to your house in northridge. david was a big gentle teddy bear. he will surely be missed by all. i loved it when you came to see us in montana. your family is in our prayers. jill hunziker

Mary Wilson

December 1, 2010

Lisa and family,
I remember Dave with a great smile and an open heart. Although we were not close after high school, I continued to hear about him through good friends who were still in touch. I was so sorry to hear about his sudden passing. My prayers are with you.

December 1, 2010

Lisa, so sorry to hear of David's passing I'm not usre but think we may have photographed your wedding. 56 is way to young. Will keep you i n our prayers.Chuck & Joyce Noble

Rob and Cathy Bucholtz

December 1, 2010

David,

Cathy and I will always be grateful for the memories we shared with you.

Grief can be so hard during the holidays, but our special memories help us cope.

Our prayers are with you and the Benson family.

Rob and Cathy

December 1, 2010

Lisa, I always saw you and David working around the church and teased you that you must live there. You both were so giving of your time and talents. David will be missed and may God give you and your children comfort.

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