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Benjamin McCormick Obituary
Benjamin was born in Grove City on Dec. 3, 1993, to Rob (Pepper) McCormick and Chris (Lessner) McCormick.
He was a carpenter and worked for Kastellic Construction Co. Benny was a wild child with the inability to sit still for any extended amount of time. However, the one place he could sit and find his peace was in his treestand during archery season. Although it was difficult for his family to watch him struggle with his dependency, they are comforted by the fact that he is free from the chains of addiction that bound him for years.
Benjamin's family would like to personally extend their gratitude to the 5th floor Butler Memorial Hospital nurses; the AGH MICU nurses; and the CORE foundation for their compassion in such a difficult time. They not only attended to Benjamin's comfort and needs but his parents' and siblings' as well.
In addition to his parents, Rob and Chris, of Clay Township, he is survived by one sister, Gretchen McCormick, of Boulder, Colo.; and one brother, Zachary (Ziggy) McCormick, of Butler.
MCCORMICK - Services and burial of Benjamin J. McCormick, who died Friday, June 16, 2017, are being handled by William F. Young Funeral Home, 132 Main St., West Sunbury. Services will be private.
Online condolences available at www.williamfyoungfh.com.
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Terri Isacco
June 28, 2017
Chris and Rob - there are no words. We love you and pray that God continues to bring you peace and joy in this life and that it will be a glorious day when you are rejoined with your beloved son.
Terri and Andy Isacco
YVONNE Kastelic
June 26, 2017
ROB, CHRIS AND FAMILY, TOOK ME DAYS TO DO THIS BECAUSE I KNEW WHEN I DID, IT WOULD BE LETTING GO TO OUR BEN. HE WAS APART OF OUR FAMILY FOR YEARS. LOVED HIM LIKE A SON. CAN NOT IMAGINE AS A PARENT HOW YOU FEEL OR THE PAIN YOU ALL ARE GOING THROUGH. SO MANY WONDERFUL MEMORIES WE HAVE OF THAT SWEET BOY AND WE WILL CARRY THEM FOREVER. LOVE YOU ALL.
Jim (Groundhog) Colosimo
June 21, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
June 20, 2017
So sorry for your loss ! Couldnt imagine the emptiness of loosing a child ! From what was written above you have comfort knowing hes out of his pain and temptation, so focus on the good memories and be strong as I know youns are ! My prayers are with you ! John
Colleen
June 20, 2017
Chris, you are in my thoughts and prayers,
Your former co-worker,
Colleen
June 20, 2017
To Ben's family: I am so deeply sorry for this loss. I went to school with him, and he had such a bright personality! I did not know him very well, but I do remember that he was always respectful and he liked to make others laugh. I pray that you all will find peace in this difficult time.
June 20, 2017
You will be forever in ours hearts and prayers Benny.
Ron & Denise Watson
June 20, 2017
Rob & Chris,
You have our deepest sympathy and our prayers. Your family has suffered so much loss over these last few years and if there is anything we can do, please know we are here. May Ben now rest in peace with the good Lord beside him. God Bless.
June 20, 2017
Rob, Chris, Zach, and Gretchen - so incredibly sorry for your loss. God is holding you in his loving arms now. Praying for peace and understanding, love you guys.
Randy, Cathy, and Josh Howryla
Gussie Atkinson
June 20, 2017
I am extremely sorry to hear of the loss of your son and brother. You have my deepest sympathy. I will continue to pray for your family. I am praying that the peace that surpasses all understanding and knowledge will abide in your hearts during this time of sorrow. If there is anything at all that the UAW Chaplains can do for your family, please do not hesitate to call one of us. You have our continued love, prayers, and support always.
Jessie Buckley
June 19, 2017
Chris and Rob, sending my deepest sympathy to you both and your extended families. My heart goes out to you all and hope that your son is now at peace with God.
June 19, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. Although I do not know Ben or his family, I am saddened by the number of young people who's lives are cut short by addiction. Your tribute to him was beautiful. I will pray for your peace during this time.
Anonymous
June 19, 2017
Addiction is so incredibly sad for anyone to go through and to see your child and sibling suffer is terrible.....may God grant you Peace and Comfort during this most difficult time....My heart aches for you all........
Kathy Manuel
June 19, 2017
Rob,chris,gretchen,and zach.we are sadden to here about Benny,he always made me laugh,thoughts and prayers being sent to your family at this time.RIP Benny
Heather McMillen
June 19, 2017
Chris, Rob, Gretchen, & Zach,
Words do not do justice to help the loss of Benny. He's contagious smile & laugh always put a smile on my face! We use to have the best of times together at each other's houses! I'll never forget all the memories we shared together, he was a one of a kind kid! I'm blessed to have as many memories as I do with him! May he rest easy & watch over each of you & may you all rest easy knowing he is at peace now! I'm sure he's scoping out all the big buck & sending them your way Rob!! You're all in my thoughts & prayers! Much love!
June 19, 2017
The McCormick Family,
This is so sad to hear. We knew Ben from teaching him at St Louis when he was in the 5th grade CCD class and we saw him a couple of months ago at St. Peters. We enjoyed his humor and so did the class.
Our deepest sympathy,
Randy & Jeanette Timblin and Family.
Anonymous
June 19, 2017
I didn't know this young man but was moved by the beautiful obituary written for him today. Many of us know someone who is struggling with addiction or someone who has lost the battle with addiction and it affects us deeply. God bless the family and peace be with you during this difficult time.
Buffy Blair
June 19, 2017
Chris, Rob, Gretchen and Zack, You have our deepest sympathy! Benny was like one of our own and we will always cherish the time he spent here at our house. We still laugh about all the crazy things that he and Tanner got into or done...Please let us know if you need anything...He is at peace now.
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