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Rita Benjamin Obituary

Rita M. Benjamin (nee Schwenkel); Beloved wife of the late David J. Sr. Loving mother of David J. Jr. (Marcia); Cherished grandmother of David J. III.(Tammy), Colin and Sean(Sarah); Dear Great grandmother to Payton, Joanna and David J. IV; Dearest daughter of the late Henry and Anna Schwenkel; Dearest sister of the late Doris Schick and Raymond Schwenkel; Fond aunt of many nieces and nephews. "Big Rita" from Chicago, was an avid Notre Dame fan. Visitation Tuesday 9:00 AM until time of funeral 10:00 AM from Lawn Funeral Home 7909 State Road (5500 W) Burbank, IL 60459 to St. Albert the Great Church. Mass 10:30 AM. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of Flowers memorials to Brother Rice Mothers Club c/o Brother Rice H.S. (10001 S. Pulaski Rd. Chicago,IL 60655) and St. Albert the Great Parish (8000 Linder Ave . Burbank,IL) would be appreciated. Funeral Info: 708-636-2320

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Published by Chicago Tribune from Jun. 9 to Jun. 11, 2017.

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Jack Carlson

June 17, 2017

Ray's sister Rita will be remembered in our prayers, as is he.

Joe (J.B.) Brennan

June 12, 2017

Sorry to hear this news. I have many good memories of time spent at the Benjamin house on Laflin and Mrs. Benjamin's hospitality. She will be missed, but remembered fondly.

June 12, 2017

My deepest sympathy to your family. May you find comfort through God's words at Ps. 37:9-11.

June 11, 2017

I am sorry for the departure of your beloved one May everyone find comfort in memories of times spent with her. Let the promise from God"s words sustain everyone during times of sorrows. PSALMS chapter 34.VERSE 18. SINCERELY YOURS.

Lynn

June 10, 2017

May the God of hope give you a measure of peace and comfort in this truly difficult time. Romans 15:13.

Patricia & Harold Vitale

June 10, 2017

It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

Lynn

June 9, 2017

Sending my sincere condolences to the family.May the God of all comfort be with you in the days ahead.

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Jun

13

Visitation

9:00 a.m.

Lawn Funeral Home - Burbank

7909 State Rd., Burbank, IL 60459

Jun

13

Funeral

10:00 a.m.

Lawn Funeral Home - Burbank

7909 State Rd., Burbank, IL 60459

Jun

13

Funeral Mass

10:30 a.m.

St. Albert the Great Church

IL

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7909 State Rd., Burbank, IL 60459

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