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Mr. Donald P. Bens Sr.

Mr. Donald P. Bens Sr. obituary, Saint Clair Shor, MI

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Donald Bens Obituary

Donald P. Bens Sr., age 86, died December 11, 2012. Beloved husband of Alice for 62 years. Loving father of Colleen (Mike) Schall, Susie (Greg) Mico, Michael (Carol), Mary Bens-Harden, Patsy (John) Garascia, the late Donald Jr. (Stephanie), Dan (Janine), Marty (Tiffany) and Paula (Matt) Crippen. Dearest grandfather of 24 and great-grandfather of five. Dear brother of Ted (Jan) Bens. Visitation Friday 3-9 p.m. with prayers at 7 p.m. at Kaul Funeral Home, 28433 Jefferson, St. Clair Shores. Instate Saturday 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Hope - St. Gertrude, 28837 Jefferson, St. Clair Shores. Interment at Resurrection Cemetery, Clinton Township. Please share a memory of Don at www.kaulfuneralhome.com.

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Published by The Macomb Daily on Dec. 13, 2012.

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Ken kruzmanowski

May 16, 2024

Don,
I fondly remember our days spent at TACOM, and solving the world's problems during our mid-morning breaks at the snack bar. I miss the advice, wisdom and wit you often shared with me. May you enjoy peace and happiness forever my old friend.
Till we meet again..........
Your buddy,
Ken

Arica

December 17, 2012

Nothing was better then seeing Don's smile and teasing that we were running away to therapy or "if I were your age conversations." My thoughts are with you guys during this difficult time

Theresa Sullivan

December 17, 2012

Mrs Bens and the entire Bens family...I will always carry with me the memories of the many, many times I shared with your family... Hoping happy and joyful memories will help you through this difficult time.

James

December 16, 2012

I was saddened to have heard of Mr. Bens passing. I sincerely hope the many loving and fond memories of Mr. Bens will comfort your sorrow. My prayer and thoughts are with you all.

Douglas DeCoster

December 14, 2012

My deepest sympathy for Don's passing. I worked with Don At TACOM years ago. He was a great guy.

Jerry Orlando

December 14, 2012

To all the Bens family, my deepest sympathies. Don was a great guy, he called on my shop for parts sales that he did for Ken Brown Chrysler. Had a lot of long talks and laughs together about everything.He will be missed.

Jerry orlando [J&L Collision]

December 13, 2012

Mrs. Bens and family, So sorry for your loss. I remember working St. Gertrude bingo together so many years ago. Sincerely, Tim and Carol (Pop) Houlihan

Rick and Mary Ann Kramer

December 13, 2012

Danny, Janine, Celeste, Carmin,

So sorry for the loss of your loved one. May God give you strength at this difficult time, as we provide prayers for all of you.

Dawn Saffian

December 13, 2012

Dan, Janine, Carmen, Celeste and the whole Bens family - Please accept our condolences on the loss of this special person in your lives. We pray the memories made will carry you through this difficult time.
Love, The Saffians and Winbergs

Cindy Banaszewski

December 13, 2012

Paula and Dan, my deepest sympathies to you and your families. I am so sorry for your loss. Although I didn't know your dad, I know he must have been an extraordinary man to have served our country, been married for 62 years, raise and provide for 9 children (2 of which I know are great people). You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

December 13, 2012

Alice and family, so sorry for your loss and you are in my thoughts and prayers. Love the pictures and what a beautiful family you have. From: Loray Hall (Henry Ford Pierson Clinic)

Patti Kurth

December 13, 2012

All my love to the family. Ben was a dear friend of mine for years. I know he will be truly missed. Praying for strength for all! Romans 8:28

Danny

December 13, 2012

Love you, Dad... You have been the best father that anybody could ever ask for: teacher, guide, inspiration, companion, caregiver, mentor, supporter, and so much more. From childhood through adulthood we all could depend upon your steady, loving hand. May you now rest in peace in the hands of God, with Donald, Uncle Wendell, and all of your dear, departed family and friends.

Gerry & Joan Eggart

December 12, 2012

Sending our deepest sympathy to the Bens Family on the loss of your loved one. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Ed Kenny

December 12, 2012

Dan,Janine,Carmon,Celeste, and entire Bens family....So very sorry to hear of the loss of your Father, Grandpa, Husband, and friend. You guys are in our thoughts and prayers.....

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