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Richard Benedict Obituary

Benedict Richard A. Benedict "Dick", 74, of Columbus, passed away on August 2, 2016. He was born on September 15, 1941 in Columbus, OH. He was preceded in death by his parents George and Emmabelle Benedict, brother Dr. William Benedict. Surviving family includes son, Bill (Cynthia) Benedict; daughter, Elizabeth Benedict; grandchildren, Katherine and Sara. A gathering of family and friends will be held from 5:30-8 p.m. Tuesday, September 6 at The Berwick Manor, 3250 Refugee Rd., Columbus, OH 43232. Donations can be made to The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, ATTN: Giving Page Gift Processing, 660 Ackerman Road. P.O. Box 183112, Columbus, OH 43218-3112.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Sep. 1 to Sep. 4, 2016.

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Gary Phillips

September 6, 2016

From Fairwood Elementary thru Eastmoor High one of my dear pals. Very sorry for your loss!

Tom Roch

September 6, 2016

I am sorry to hear about Dick's passing . I got to know Dick through the Safari Golf League. I enjoyed golfing with him and most importantly his friendship. He will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Tom Roch

September 3, 2016

I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. But the bible gives us a hope that we will get to see them again. So don't lose hope.

A S

September 1, 2016

My deepest condolences to the family. May reflecting on all the good times you've shared together help ease the pain that you now feel. Please lean on God for comfort during this difficult time because not only does God understands your grief and pain, he deeply cares for you. (1 Peter 5:6,7)

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