Benjamin Thomas Laflin Jr.

Pat: I attended the funeral services for Ben Laflin yesterday. It was nice hearing the stories about him, from his children and yourself. I also enjoyed the slideshow. Treasure the memories. God Bless, Gloria Limon Velasquez (I grew up in Thermal)

Our condolences for the loss of a fine man. Many good memories of trips to the Date Garden and time with the family at church functions over the years. Your family has a special place in our hearts.
Leslie Grant - Colorado Springs CO

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

What a Blessing to have known Ben. A Man with a Strong Handshake, a strong Wife Pat, a strong drive, a strong love for people, and a strong Love for God! God Bless the Laflins.

I remember going to their ranch with my father and I'm 62 and getting a date saddle. Ben custom made them. Condolences to the Laflin family from the DaValls. P.S. I here Ben leads a monthly meeting of Date pioneers in heaven.

I was so sorry to hear of Ben's passing. His lifetime of service to our community, his deep knowledge of the date industry, and his love for our valley was noticed by all that were privileged to know him. I send my deepest condolences to the family.

So sorry to hear about Ben. I have so many fond memories of hanging out at the ranch as a child. Seems like yesterday I was over there laughing all the time with Diane and visiting Lucy at the house next door. So many good times. My heart goes out to all of you. Love you all and miss you much.

April Shepard & Family

Pat we are so sorry to hear about your great loss. Ben and Pat were such good people and were a big part of why we choose to join St. Andrew's in 1990 when we came to the desert they showed us as young parents the meaning of Faith and Love!