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Charles Benberry Obituary

Charles Leon Benberry

75, Indianapolis, passed away January 4, 2013. He was a graduate of Lincoln Institute of Louisville, KY, c/o 1958. Shortly after service in the U.S. Army, Charles went on to work for the Chrysler Foundry for 34 years, retiring in 1998.

He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Elizabeth; sons, Charles D. and Michael L. (Keya) Benberry; brothers, Randolph and Larry Benberry; sisters, Fostina Montgomery, Victoria Wilson and Deborah Hoagland; and grandchildren, Chelsea, Charles Jr., Tyler and Malik Benberry.

Funeral service will be held at Noon on Friday, January 11th in Crown Hill Funeral Home , with visitation there from 10 a.m. Entombment: Crown Hill Cemetery.

Published by The Indianapolis Star on Jan. 9, 2013.
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To the Benberry Family: So sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Benberry, I just got the news today. May the memories of the life you shared help ease your sorrow and may the comfort of family & friends help heal your heart. Peace and Love,

Delores Hardiman Casey

January 16, 2013

May God bless the entire family your long time neighbors Cheryl and Beverly Brewster

January 16, 2013

Dear Charles,

My wife [Denise]and I wanted to offer condolences to you your mom & brother, other family in the lost of your Dad. Our prayers are with you as you begin the healing process. Hank

January 11, 2013

May you find peace and comfort in your memories of your loved one. We are praying for the Benberry Family.

Monica Murry Fore

January 11, 2013

To the entire Benberry Family (our extended family), we are praying that God will continue to comfort you with his Holy Spirit. We send you our love from Dallas Texas. Betty & John Murry & Family

Betty Murry

January 11, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Sorry I will not be able to attend the services but know my prayers are with you.

Shari McCray-Snowden

January 10, 2013

Liz & family, sorry about your loss. Keep your faith, things will be alright.

Earnest, Lisa, & Nia Simmons

January 10, 2013

My sympathies to the family. You, are in my prayers.

Terry Loux

January 10, 2013

My sympathies to the entire family. I will always remember the time we spent together at the family reunion, in Kentucky.Floyd Carter

January 9, 2013

To the entire Benberry family; Loss of a family member is life changing and not easily forgotten. My deepest heartfelt sympathy. May God bless and keep you all.

Sue Patton

January 9, 2013

To the Benberry family, please accept my heartfelt condolences during this difficult time.

Fran Marburgh

January 9, 2013

Liz and Family,
I will miss my big brother too. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. We love you.
Donna West and Family

January 9, 2013

Liz and family: So sorry to hear of this passing. He always seemed such a gentle, courteous man. My deepest sympathies.

Kathi Wooten

January 9, 2013

A Polite gentleman always with such a lovely smile. One of God's bright lights that we will shall sure miss

Patricia Baker

January 9, 2013

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