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Kathleen Benz Obituary
Kathleen Noel Benz, 25, of Washington, D.C., passed away on Sunday, May 30, 2010, and entered into the presence of our Lord. She was the victim of an automobile accident in Alaska. Born in London, she was the only daughter of Thomas J. and Margaret A. (Glah) Benz of London. Kathleen was employed by Georgetown University as the Executive Assistant to the Assistant Provost. A member of the Georgetown University Class of 2007, she was active in campus ministry and ESCAPE, the Universitys Catholic Retreat Program. Kathleen was a 2003 graduate of the American School in London, where she participated in Habitat for Humanity and various other charities. She attended church at Dahlgren Chapel at Georgetown University where she was an Extraordinary Minister of the Eucharist. Survivors: She is beloved by her five surviving brothers, Thomas, Jr., of New York City, Christopher of Bali, Patrick of New York City, Michael of London, and Kevin of Washington, D.C.; grandparents, Dr. Edward J. Benz of Boston, and A. Kathleen Glah of Lancaster, PA; 32 cousins; 17 aunts and uncles; and countless friends from all over the world. Kathleen was preceded in death by her grandparents, Dr. Henry J. Glah and Verna Benz. Services: A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday, June 5, 2010, at St. Leo the Great Catholic Church, 2427 Marietta Avenue, Lancaster, PA 17601 at 11 a.m. with Rev. Peter I. Hahn as Celebrant. Entombment will be in St. Joseph New Catholic Cemetery immediately following the Mass. A Memorial Mass will be offered for Kathleen at Dahlgren Chapel at Georgetown University, Washington, D.C. 20057 on Wednesday, June 9, 2010, at 4 p.m. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Georgetown University Campus Ministry, Georgetown University, Washington, D.C. 20057. Arrangements entrusted to Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Chapel, Lititz, PA. To send an online condolence, please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kathleen Benz
Abe Gosman
June 8, 2010
Dear Ed,
I just heard about the tragic accident that took your granddaughter's life. Obviously, she was very special. I am truly sorry and will remember you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
June 7, 2010
Dear Tom and Peggy, May God give you the strength and comfort at this time. It's a horrible tragedy. We met at Georgetown when Kathleen and our daughter, Laura were juniors in HS and participated in a summer program together. Laura was terribly homesick and Kathleen's friendship made all the difference. We were very grateful to Kathleen for the beauiful friend she was to our daughter that summer. Our prayers are with your family. The Cofino Family
Stephanie Syers
June 6, 2010
Dear Tom and Peggy, Tommy, Patrick, Christopher, Michael, and Kevin,
I am so deeply sorry to hear the shocking and tragic news of Kathleen's death, and I shall be thinking of you today on this saddest of days. I can only begin to imagine your pain and grief. I know that you are very strong family, and that your mutual love and support, together with your faith, will help each of you come to terms with this terrible loss. With love,
Peppe and Donna Genoese
June 5, 2010
To the Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss and pain. We know that your memories of Kathleen will sustain you in the days to come.
She is safe and meets those who have gone before her to help her on this journey. May the memory of her smile warm your heart and may the memory of times shared bring you joy and wipe away the tears.
Ledbetter Family
June 4, 2010
To the Family:
What a tragic story. We were so sorry to read of the tragic accident that caused the death of your precious loved one and wanted to express our deepest condolences to you.
Never was it the intent of God for us to die. He knows your pain and promises to be "near to those that are broken at heart, and those who are crushed in spirit he saves." -- Psalm 34:18.
How we long for the time when "all those in the memorial tombs will be called out" to life on a righteous, peaceful earth. -- John 5:28 & 29)
Kathleen is now in God's memory with the wonderful hope of being among those called out.
While there are no words that will remove your pain, it's our prayer that this note give you a bit of solace now, but more importantly, comfort and hope for the future.
Cindy Larsen
June 4, 2010
Dr. Benz , Your granddaughter did wonderful things during her short life and made the world a better place . My heart breaks for you and your family. God bless.
Pamela Satran
June 4, 2010
Dear Tom and Peggy, Rory told me today about Kathleen. We are so stunned and sorry for your loss. She was a beautiful girl and I can't imagine how much you will miss her. With all our love, Pam and Dick Satran, Rory, Joe, and Owen
June 4, 2010
Dear Tom and Peggy,
I am so terribly sorry for your loss. I have delightful memories of Kathleen - helping her with Spanish homework in your kitchen at Christchurch Hill. You were doing laundry (as ever) and Kevin kept bounding into the room with a loose tooth. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lara Marcon, New York City
Frances Fraumeni
June 4, 2010
Our daughter Glenna attended the University of Glasgow with Kathleen in 2008. Kathleen surrounded Glenna with care and friendship on their adventures. We live in Canada and as parents we felt a tremendous sense of relief and support knowing that Glenna was with a kind person. Glenna had the opportunity to spend time in London with Kathleen's family. Again we felt a sense of calm knowing that Glenna was amongst kind and caring people. I continue to pray for Kathleen and her wonderful family. A very special young lady has gone to be with Lord. I am sure Kathleen will continue to show all her special spirit. Go in peace Kathleen and thank you.
john mennis
June 4, 2010
Tom, Peggy, and family, those of us who know you in London are so stunned by the news. The parishioners of Hampstead London will be praying for Kathleen this weekend. Your family will be foremost in our thoughts. If it's of any comfort at all be assured that we all share your grief. Your faith will protect you at this terrible hour. The Mennis family, Hampstead, London.
Ruth Marcon
June 4, 2010
Dear Peggy and Tom,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family at this most difficult and sorrow-filled time. Charlie and I are so sorry for your great loss. I have a lovely image of a 4-yr.-old Kathleen standing between the baby pool and the junior pool on a bright and sunny day. You are in our thoughts and prayers always.
Love, Ruthie
June 3, 2010
Dear Tom, Peggy and Family:
May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead. You are in our prayers.
Bob/Lois Wilson and Family
Courtney (Walsh) Ervin
June 3, 2010
I am so very sorry for your loss. While I did not know Kathleen well, I spent my high school years at ASL with Chris. The Benz family has been such a happy and constant presence at ASL, and Kathleen will be dearly missed by the ASL community as well as many others.
Tim Gibb
June 3, 2010
To Patch and the entire Benz family,
I am terribly saddened to hear the news about Kathleen. You are a special family and Kathleen a special person. It's times like these when I believe that some people have a higher calling.
My deepest and most sincere condolences,
Tim "Boogs" Gibb
Kathleen and ASL friends in New York City
Chris Dugan
June 3, 2010
I'm very sorry for your loss. I knew Kathleen well as a friend from the American School in London and kept in touch with her while in DC. I will miss Kathleen dearly, she was a uniquely kind and generous person. My prayers are with Kathleen and all of the Benz family.
A Caring Mom
June 3, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Bob and Jan Franke
June 3, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Benz family. Kathleen was a talented girl, who played with our children in grade school at ASL.
God Bless,
Moira & Mike Spilsbury
June 3, 2010
Dear Tom, Peggy and family, Mike and I are so very shocked to hear the tragic news. It is absolutely so awful. We cannot begin to imagine the pain you are going through. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. May the Good Lord give you strength and courage and this very very difficult time. May your beautiful daughter rest in peace. God Bless and lots of love.
Patrick & Tina Kattau
June 3, 2010
We are so sorry for you loss. We never had the pleasure of meeting Kathleen, but we are friends of Tommy. Kathleen sounded like a wonderful person, with so much to give. This is such a great loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Vicki Wukitsch
June 3, 2010
My sincere sympathy in the loss of your daughter. She (and all of you) will be in my prayers. May God give you strength in this difficult time.
Vicki Wukitsch (former classmate of Tom from CCHS)
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