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Benjamin Cameron Schladenhauffen

1987 - 2019

Benjamin Cameron Schladenhauffen obituary, 1987-2019, Niceville, FL

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1987

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2019

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Benjamin Schladenhauffen Obituary

Cameron Schladenhauffen, age 31, passed away February 8, 2019. Described by many who knew him as the funniest person they ever met, Cameron had the natural ability to light up a room with his limitless supply of entertaining stories and razor sharp wit.
He was born on August 6, 1987 in Anchorage, Alaska to his loving parents Benjamin and Beth Sullivan Schladenhauffen. Cameron was blessed to be the supportive and protective big brother to his sisters Sarah Schladenhauffen Bennett and Margaret "Molly" Schladenhauffen. The last love of his life was his goddaughter and niece, Mary Kathryn Bennett, whom he nicknamed "Batman." Along the way, Cam lived in Niceville, Florida; Atlanta, Georgia; Littleton, Colorado; Tallahassee, Florida; Charlottesville, Virginia; and most recently New York, New York.
Though Cameron was blessed only with sisters by blood, he found brothers everywhere he went. Whether it was his fellow Niceville Eagles, the Seminoles of Florida State, or the Wahoos at University of Virginia School of Law, Cam was most in his element when surrounded by his friends. His energy and humor always made him the center of attention and he never failed to make even the toughest of crowds laugh.
The only thing Cam loved more than comedy and making other people laugh was his family and friends. He was in awe of those taking giant leaps into adulthood by getting married and starting their own families. When called to give a best man speech at one of his best friend's weddings in October 2017, Cam poured his heart and soul into writing for weeks and delivered a performance that would rival the all-time Saturday Night Live monologues. He always made sure there was a gift in the mail to his best friends' children, nieces, and nephews for their birthdays or on holidays. Before the arrival of his goddaughter and niece, Cam had "Batman" t-shirts created for the whole family so they could welcome her to the world in style. And, of course, he always loved to give his friends a good ribbing to keep them grounded.
As a student at the University of Virginia School of Law, Cameron found an outlet for his passion for comedy. In his third year, he was elected as Head Writer for Libel, the school's annual sketch comedy show, for which he wrote and acted in all three years. Cam continued to chase his dream even after graduating from school, recently submitting an application to the NBC network for their Late Night with Seth Meyers Show writers program.
After law school, Cameron headed north to New York City, where he was working as a real estate finance attorney and living the dream with some of his best friends.
Cameron's loss has left a hole in our hearts, but he blessed us with enough love and memories to fill that void forever.
A rosary will be held on Thursday, February 14th at 6 p.m. at Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church in Niceville, Florida. A visitation will be held on Friday, February 15th at 2:30 p.m. followed by a celebration of Cameron's life with a Mass at 3:30 p.m. at Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church in Niceville, Florida.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you consider making donations to The Comedy Cures Foundation.
You may go online to offer condolences to the family and sign the guestbook at www.heritagegardensfuneralhome.com. Heritage Gardens Funeral Home of Niceville is entrusted with the arrangements.

Published by Northwest Florida Daily News on Feb. 13, 2019.
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Cam was a real cool dude, with two beautiful sisters, who was a very good chess player. We played many of games since middle school, but he only beat me a about half of all the 500 games we played. He was good, but he couldn't always beat me and I couldn't always beat him. I guess you could say we were equal when it came to chess. I will miss him and think of him each time I play someone else or when I play the computer. Rest in Peace, you will be missed by all who knew and loved you. God Bless You Always!

Thomas Hudson

February 24, 2019

Cam's office at Dentons was directly across a narrow hallway from my own - we used to sneak into each other's offices to share insights (as would not have been welcome at large in the workplace) on a) personalities at work, and b) cultural matters (hint, there was an election in 2016)

- this was a BIG deal to us and I will remember him always for his insights and forever appreciate his entertaining my own thoughts - and we had lotsa laughs

Cam once sat with me, a surbordinate 2 levels below him, to assist with an urgent document review that those directly subordinate to him ought to have done - no ego, no BS, just a responsible adult behaving like one (and his work on it was accurate)

On an as-needed urgent basis, Cam trusted me with his computer log-in info, and his password was a tribute to his father (some things just stick with you . . . )

Anyone who wants details on the extensive part of Cam's work-life that I witnessed first hand should feel free to contact me at [email protected]
It so, so hurts me to have let him go

Andy Siegler

Coworker

February 21, 2019

Beverly, Paul and I want to express our deepest condolences for your loss of Cameron. Lifting up prayers for your family. With sympathy.
Leslie Davis, Marietta, GA

February 19, 2019

I am heartbroken to learn of Cameron's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with his friends and family during this difficult time.

February 18, 2019

Ben: It was my pleasure of knowing and working with you at law school. You will be forever missed! Keep that bright smile!

Feng Tian

February 18, 2019

Sending prayers and love. May God bless you and be with you through this difficult time. Toni and Pat Dineen

Pat and Toni Dineen

February 15, 2019

God Bless and my sincere thoughts and prayers and condolences to all the Schladenhauffen family. My wife and I are currently touring the Holy Land and I will offer an intention at our next Mass.

Charley Chazbo Booton
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Charley Booton

February 15, 2019

Ben and Family, we are sorry for your loss. I will pray for your family and your son's soul. God comfort and courage be with you all in this difficult time.

Marty Cote , United A320 Instuctor

Coworker

February 15, 2019

My sincerest condolences to Cameron's family and friends. Our thoughts are with you all during this difficult time.

Ann Marie Cotharin - Hartford, CT

February 15, 2019

Elise Michaelis

February 14, 2019

a loved one

February 14, 2019

I am heartbroken over your loss. I will keep you, your family in my daily prayers. Much love, Denis McCarthy

Denis McCarthy

Family

February 14, 2019

Denis McCarthy

February 14, 2019

Praying for your family during this difficult time, he is now resting with God

Mary ann Sutlive

February 14, 2019

Beth and Ben,Tracy and I want to send our most sincere condolences,love and heartfelt prayers to you and your family . May God hold your boy in his loving hands .

Gena and Tracy White

February 14, 2019

My sincere thoughts and prayers for the Sladenhauffen family. I am so sorry for your loss.

Bill Agee

February 13, 2019

Sincere condolences to Cameron's family and friends. May God bless his soul and provide comfort to you in this time.

Maureen Callahan

February 13, 2019

Condolences to the family and our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Daniel Quevedo

February 13, 2019

Victoria Crawford Lathem

February 13, 2019

Love and light ❤

Ana Rabell

February 13, 2019

Kelly McKenzie

February 12, 2019

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Rosary

6:00 p.m.

Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church

Niceville, FL

Feb

15

Visitation

2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church

Niceville, FL

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15

Funeral Mass

3:30 p.m.

Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church

Niceville, FL

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