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for John Benakis
Al Barilla
January 7, 2013
To the Benakis Family, I remember my times working at the Blue Lantern often, nearly 30 years later. John was wonderful to me. Prayers and blesings on your family. Al (son of Betty) Barilla
November 10, 2012
His laugh, and his outgoing ways have always been a model in my life. I am mourning and pray that we will be rejoined in his kitchen again! Mike Mitchell
Guy Sickler
November 10, 2012
So sorry for your loss. Long time no see from your little bus boy from back in the day. Sure was a great time when i worked with you all at Blue Lantern/ from Betty to Gus to johnny and Nick it sure was some fun times back then. Good luck with your future endevors in life. From Guy Sickler and Ralph Sickler
Nina/William Lindsey
November 9, 2012
Dearest Betty, John and the Benakis family. I'm so deeply saddened to hear of the passing of John. Speaking for my Bill and myself, we will always remember ALL the good times we had with you and John at the restaurant, the bowling alley, and at banquets. John made the "BEST" butt steaks and pepper steaks around!! We acknowledged each other by yelling "Hey Greek!". He was such a great guy and will be sadly missed. I'm certain my Bill will remember him. Bill is entering the latter stages of Alzheimer's, but I know he will be saddened by the news as I am. Peace and love to all of you.
Martin
November 9, 2012
Condolences to family for your loss. Wishing you peace and blessings from the God of comfort...2Cor. 1:4
WANDA MITCHELL
November 9, 2012
I WORKED WITH JOHN AT THE ACC VERY NICE TO WORK WITH SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS
Pat Miller
November 9, 2012
John and Karen
So sorry to hear of the death of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Mike Hauser
November 9, 2012
Dear Betty, Johnny, and family,
I am sorry to learn of John's passing and offer my condolances to you all.
I was a bus-boy in the restaurant in 1968-70 and have many fond memories of your family and our times together.
John was my first boss, and I still can see him cooking in front of the grill in his white t-shirt.
May you all find peace in this time of sorrow.
Mike Hauser
Ron Boulding
November 9, 2012
TO The Entire Benakis Family.. The Boulding Family Thoughts And Prayers Are With You..John Was A Long Time Friend Of My Family For Years..God Bless You John....
O.J. Mc Namee
November 9, 2012
Betty, Sorry to hear of John's passing. Will always remember the greatest butt steak in the world at the Lantern. Not to mention the shooters.
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