DR. STEPHEN T. BENCETIC
1924 - 2016
DR. STEPHEN T. BENCETIC
1924 - 2016
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STEPHEN BENCETIC Obituary
Dr. Bencetic was born Nov. 20, 1924, in Farrell, a son of Ignac and Tereza Rataic Bencetic.
A graduate of Sharon High School, he earned his bachelor's degree from Youngstown State University; his master's degree from the University of Iowa; and his doctorate from Penn State University. Dr. Bencetic was a professor of Art History at Mansfield University for nearly 40 years. He was a member of Holy Child Catholic Church, Mansfield, and a former member of St. Anthony's Church, Sharon. Stephen was a 4th degree member of the Knights of Columbus.
His wife, the former Barbara Bencetich, passed away in 1993. Surviving are two daughters, Teresa Courter and her husband James of Raleigh, N.C., Laurie Bencetic of Milford; a son, Stephen Bencetic and his wife Sherry, Odessa of Florida; and a sister, Anna Matuk of Hermitage. Besides his wife, Stephen was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, James Bencetic.
There are no calling hours. Friends may email condolences to the family at www.McGonigleFuneralHomeandCrematory.com. Funeral Mass was noon
Wednesday, Dec. 7, in St. Anthony's Church, Sharon, with the Rev. Joseph Campbell, pastor, as celebrant. Interment at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Cemetery, Hermitage. Arrangements by J. Bradley McGonigle Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 1090 E. State St., Sharon.
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Mary Jo Gunderson May
September 28, 2023
My wonderful Art History teacher at MU.
Mary Beth and Frank Kollar Kollar
December 4, 2019
How fast time flies by! Three years already! I often think of my friend as I too age and approach my time. I take solace in the Lord! I know that like Steve, I will be rewarded in the after life by what I do while I am here. Rest assured that he is at Peace, no longer suffers and watches over his family with Gods Grace. Prayers for you and your Family.
Frank Kollar
December 18, 2016
Laurie, I was very privileged to know your father as a colleague and a friend. He was a dedicated professional and had a passion for teaching. Please accept my family's condolences in his passing.
Frank, Mary Beth Kollar and girls.
Martha, Ted, Kyle (Janeski) Rusk
December 16, 2016
Laurie and Family,
Heartfelt sympathy in the passing of your Dad. Many years of memories: Knights of Columbus with my Dad, BINGO, church..friendship. Your Dad is resting in the arms of Jesus and Barbara. May God grant you comfort and strength in your time of sorrow.
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Jim Prevost
December 15, 2016
Will always remember Dr. Bencetic's trip to Europe my Senior year at MU. Many memorable moments thanks to this fine man.
gale largey
December 13, 2016
I knew him as a man who always tried to do what was right---a true example of a Christian.
Gretchen York
December 13, 2016
Happy to have been able to create wonderful memories to have forever of your Dad. My sympathies for your loss.
Hank Shaw
December 12, 2016
My thoughts are with you at this difficult time. The good times will always be with you.
Joan and Rod Kelchner
December 12, 2016
Joan and I extent our sympathy to Steve's family. Steve was a valued member of our faculty and a good friend. We were fortunate to know him.
Joan and Rod Kelchner
carol kennedy
December 11, 2016
To the Bencetic family,
Dr. Bencetic took us on the Cultural Origins of the West tour in 1965 from Mansfield. We visited 13 countries and were abroad for almost six weeks. We saw many museums, cathedrals and historic sites. Dr. Bencetic was the best tour guide ever. We had just gotten married and so my passport used my maiden name. He teased us about that since we were in the same room! His knowledge was phenomenal. He was the reason our trip was one in a lifetime.
Our hearts grant immortality
to those we love
in memory.
Larry and Carol Kennedy
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