John David Benjamin Sr.

In My Pocket

I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.

My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.

They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.

Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.

But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.

Carol,Denise,Doug,John Jr.. I am sorry
for your loss. I grew up with John In Pennsylvania. John was very ambitious and always had some kind of deal going.He sold me a couple of cars and a calf (yes I said Calf). We were both Future Farmers of America. Yeah Right, we both got away from the farm as fast as we could. John had a lot of real close friends growing up, and they stuck together thru thick and thin. I know John will be missed, but I am sure his family has many fond memories to look...

Grandpa,
I love you and I am in so much hurt with your passing.You taught me so many things,like how to polish wood and how to drive a lawn mower...and how to fix a tire with a hole in it...and for me it is so hard to believe that you are gone.I remember when you let me sleeo with your Giraffe when I was having nightmares...and how you always gave me money for the old slot machine in your room...those are the good ol' days.Well...I think I have said all I have to say...except for one...

Denise, Doug, Carol and John David ... you are all in my thoughts and prayers. I have many fond memories of John from my childhood, hanging out at the house with Denise. I remember him as a kind man with a great sense of humor. He always treated me like one of his kids. I still can't believe he's gone. He will be missed by all. Denise, you know I am here whenever you need to talk.

Dear Denise, Dave and Brian,
We are very sorry to hear about the loss of Denise's father. Please know that you are being thought about at this very sad time. Love, Lauren, Bill & Patricia Wilcox

To the entire Benjamin family,
We know how sad a time this is and extend our deepest sympathy to your entire family. The loss of a loved one is truly a horrible time, but luckily for all of us, there are many wonderful memories to hold on to. Sincerely, The Beach's - Craig, Melody, Jody, & Chris

Carol, Dougie, Denise, John Jr, and Cindy. I am really sorry to hear of your lost. And I apologize for writing late. I really enjoyed all the times I came to the One-Stop hearing the laughter inside and smelling the scent of the garage. My memories of John will be treasured.

John,
I just need to unload a little bit today, it's Sunday, quiet,& pretty outside.I know you had your hand in on your memorial service, shame on you for making the preacher give the wrong last name. He was mortified & didn't know how to tell his good friend that he had just givin his eulogy. I could almost hear you laughing.Here's to 44 years & counting, gone in a blink. We have done a lot to be proud of in our lives. Love, Carol