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Benita Reimal Obituary
Nov. 5, 1934 - Oct. 5, 2019
Resident of Gilroy
Our beloved mother Benita Carmen Leon Reimal passed away peacefully at home on Saturday 10/5/2019. She was born in Reedley, CA on 11/5/1934 to Porfirio and Michaela Goni Leon originally from the Basque region of Navarre, Spain. Benita was raised on her parent's farm in Wasco, CA .Benita had Parkinson's. She always had a warm smile and positive attitude as she fought this degenerative brain disease bravely. Benita Carmen Leon was married to Bill Reimal on April 14, 1962, and they had a good life together for 57 years. Benita worked as an elementary school teacher and Resource Specialist throughout Gilroy Unified School District. Benita is survived by her loving husband Bill Reimal, daughter Teresa Reimal, son Larry Reimal, daughter-in-law Camille Reimal, granddaughters Caitlyn and Carissa Pierotti, Rebeca Reimal, Rachel Reimal, & grandson Larry Reimal Jr., great-grandmother of Audrey Brooklyn Marie Pierotti. Benita is also survived by her loving sister Gloria Lisk, brother-in-law Ronald Lisk, niece Michelle and her husband Kevin Kelly and great nephews Cameron and Brennan.
Viewing will begin at 6:00 PM with Vigil at 7:00 PM on Monday 10/14/19 at St. Mary's Church in Gilroy.
Funeral Mass will be at St. Mary's Catholic Church on Tuesday 10/15/2019 at 10:00 am. Reception will follow at West Side Grill, 8080 Santa Teresa Blvd. #100, Gilroy, CA.
Family would appreciate donations to your favorite charity. Condolences at www.HabingFamilyFuneralHome.com
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lTom & Judy White
November 14, 2019
Dear Reimal Family: We were so sorry to learn f Benita's passing. She was a good friend and wonderful teacher to our children. Love to you all, Tom and Judy White, Albuquerque, NM
Stacey REIMAL
October 14, 2019
You were a brave soul! I love you and Uncle Bill. You will be missed, but we will see you again
Mary Garcia
October 14, 2019
I really enjoyed working with Benita at El Roble School and having Larry in my class. Benita always had a smile on her face, and was so pleasant to be around. My sincerest condolences to the family. I will keep her in my prayers.
Cindy Ross
October 14, 2019
Benita,
You were my client but you were more than that, you are my friend! I will miss seeing and talking with you during our visits.
May you dance with the angels in Heaven and feel the warmth of Gods embrace.
My sincerest condolences to the Riemel family.
Love to you all,
Cindy Ross
Kay Carlson
October 14, 2019
Benita was such a loving & caring person. She will be greatly missed. Gods Blessings on her family!!!!
marty chappell
October 14, 2019
My mom and I were so sad to learn of Benita's passing. As my mom said, " you will not find a better friend anywhere; Bob & I had some of the greatest times of our lives with Benita & Bill." Our prayers for peace to the entire Reimal family during this difficult time. Rene Chappell & Marty Chappell
Linda Hurley
October 12, 2019
Oh Benita, we will miss your sweet smile! ...such a kind and loving person. Rest In Peace my sweet sister in law. Love you forever, Linda Corella Hurley
Cynthia Vasquez-Braxton-Hankins
October 10, 2019
Mrs. Reimal you were one to admire. I'll never forget all those times I came around the neighborhood and sold Girl Scout Cookies, Candles, candy. You always bought whatever it was I was selling. My condolences go out to your family.
Walter Roa
October 8, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ron Kinoshita
October 8, 2019
My sincere condolences to the Reimal family. Jordan Elementary School was a special place in the 60's. It housed all the 5th and 6th graders in Gilroy. Many of the teachers were new to the district. Benita was one of us. Education was going through a revolution. We had double sessions, we changed students for math, kids were tracked....there was so much to learn....and we learned together. The group of teachers at the old Jordan School formed a strong bond. We eventually were relocated to other schools; but we all remained good friends over the years. It was a privilege to work with her. She was compassionate, dedicated to teaching, always seeking to improve, and most important, a wonderful warm human being....with that beautiful smile. I'm going to miss her. Rest in Peace, Benita Reimal.
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