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George Benkow Obituary
Feb 17, 2025
Of East Aurora, NY at age 69. Entered into eternal peace while on a cruise in the Caribbean with his wife Kathryn Marie (nee Kugler) of 44 years. He took on C-7 Quadriplegia and faced it head on for 43 years. Along with his wife he is also survived by his precious daughter Lydia Marie. He was the devoted brother of Tamara Benkow, loving son to the late John and Tatiana (nee Abramenko), cherished son-in-law of Dorothy Jean (Ferringer) and the late Alfred A. Kugler, Sr. Best friends and brother in law to Alfred, Jr. (Kathy) Kugler, William Kugler, Richard (Cindy) Kugler and Jeanne (Barry) Ping. Amazing uncle to Jackie (Tim) Rowley, Matthew (Tiffany) Kugler, Dr. Candace (Thomas) Poules, Katelyn Kugler, Andrew (Samantha) Ping, Brian (Amanda) Kugler, Richard Jr. and Haley Kugler and great uncle to Aiden, Bryson, Jade, Olivia, Chloe, Hudson, Amelia and Dawson. George's love for hunting was shared by his treasured cousin and devoted hunting partner, George Sawrischenski. George is also survived by many friends and relatives that helped him during his difficult journey of Quadriplegia. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, April 26, at the American Legion, 2912 Legion Dr., Eden, NY from 2-6 PM, allowing family and friends to come together and share in the joy of his memory. Online condolences at www.newcomerbuffalo.com
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Jay Giambelluca Las Vegas,Nv
April 15, 2025
RIP Brother,Prayers for your family,God bless.
Dee
April 15, 2025
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