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Charlie Benites Obituary
Charles (Charlie) Arthur Benites was born on December 18, 1958, in Tucson, Arizona, and passed away on March 31, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, after a courageous battle with cancer. He is reunited in spirit with his beloved father, Charles; mother, Bertha; stepfather, George Aguirre; and wife, Donna.
Charlie leaves behind a cherished family that includes his son, Bryan Benites(Julie); daughter, Jeaniva Pillado; and his grandsons, Seth and Andre, as well as his granddaughters, Danielle, Lila, and Lucia. He is also survived by his loving sisters, Ana Benford(Mark) and Marie Sutter(Dave), and his brother, Ralph Benites(Debbie.)
After dedicating 30 years of his life as a machinist at GE, Charlie embraced retirement with passion, immersing himself in his woodworking and leatherwork and various artistic ventures. His creativity knew no bounds, and he approached every endeavor with meticulous attention to detail. Charlie was a unique spirit who had a gift for making every situation just a little more interesting!
Though he has left this world too soon, his legacy will endure through his family. He will be dearly missed by all blessed to know him.
Funeral mass will be held at Our Lady of the Assumption Church at 811 Guaymas Pl NE Albuquerque, NM 87108 on April 25, 2025 at 11:00am with reception to follow at El Pinto Restaurant. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the American Cancer Society. Please visit our online guestbook for Charles at
www.frenchfunerals.com.
Memories and Condolences
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5 Entries
Annette Martinez
April 23, 2025
Worked many Years with Charlie at G.E. May You RIP Charlie Thoughts and Prayers Go out to the Family & Friends
Bill Tracy
April 20, 2025
Thx for always working my production emergencies. Rest peacefully Charlie!
Mike Martinez
April 20, 2025
Rest in peace charlie good times at ge just talked to you a month ago
John Gonzalez
April 20, 2025
Prayers for Comfort to the family. Worked with Charlie for many years at GE may he RIP
Bobby Gabaldon
April 20, 2025
RIP Charli
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