Frederick J. Benonis

Marshalls Creek, PA - Fred, who was also known as "Bim," died very peacefully at the Elizabeth House, a hospice facility in Flat Rock, NC on the morning of Thursday, April 21, 2017. He was born in Pottsville, PA on May 16, 1930, the son of George and Lenore Liebner Benonis. He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Anne Marie, and his brother, Rev. William.

Fred attended St. Patrick's grade school and graduated in 1948 from Pottsville Catholic High School where he played both football and basketball. He was drafted into the United States Army and served in Germany during the Cold War. He then attended LaSalle College and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in 1958. Fred lived for several years in Bethlehem, PA before settling in his beloved Poconos of Pennsylvania.

He had a great passion for nature and showed it in his appreciation of hunting and fishing. Fred drove to North Carolina to visit his brother, Rev. Richard, to enjoy some spring fishing. Two days after he arrived he complained of chest pressure and upset stomach. He was admitted to the Veterans Affairs Hospital with the diagnoses of bone marrow cancer, kidney failure, and congestive heart condition. After a short hospital stay, he was transferred to hospice.

Fred is survived by two brothers, George, his elder brother, and Rev. Richard, his younger brother, and by several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be at the convenience of the family. Interment will be in the family plot in Pottsville, PA.

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Published by Asheville Citizen-Times on Apr. 27, 2017.

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11 Entries

Cherie Drexler

April 22, 2023

Thanks for the memories Fred. I came here today to light a candle in your memory. I am at a crossroads in my life and sure could use your kind and sincere words of support my dear friend. Miss you Fred every day of my life. Your were the kind of friend that once our paths crossed we would always be in each others lives.
Thanks for being the kind of friend that was always there for me.

Nadine

December 19, 2022

Condolences to his family and loved ones.
65 years ago Frederick found the body of a little boy discarded in a box. It wasn't until this year (2022) that that little boy was finally identified. It's sad that he passed five years before learning the identity of the little boy he found in 1957.
I'm sure that stayed with him all his life.

Cheryl Drexler

April 23, 2022

I remember those days I worked for Fred in his insurance agency office in Bethlehem PA. He was the best boss anyone could ever have. May you rest in peace Fred! I remember all of our long heart to heart talks about life and where our individual paths might be heading. I miss you every day my dear friend and it is nice to remember you here.

Cherie Drexler

October 13, 2019

For some reason Fred you crossed my mind today and I came here to light a candle in your memory.
My dearest friend I miss you, I could use your support and advice in my life right now.

Cheryl (Cherie) Drexler

July 28, 2019

Oh I am so sorry to learn of this loss. I worked for Fred when he had his insurance agency in Bethlehem PA. As our lives took separate paths we remained friends through the years and talked on occasion to say hello and get caught up. I always loved to hear his laughter, and stories of his hunting and fishing trips. I last spoke to him back in late 2015 or early 2016.. I did not know of his passing until now. I was cleaning out old stuff and came across a card from him.I tried to call the numbers I had for him but couldn't connect. I searched google and came across his obituary. My condolences to the family, he always talked about George and Rev Richard. Even though time has passed my heart hurts today to learn of his passing. He was a good man with a clean sincere heart. God has him in his house now. God loves you Fred. I am missing you.

April 30, 2017

I am sorry for your loss. May the God of comfort be with you during your time of mourning. Isaiah 61:1,2 ; Matthew 5:4

Fred Liebner

April 30, 2017

God speed Bim.

Regina Liebner-deasey

April 28, 2017

Bimbi was a beloved cousin of my Father. I remember as a child when he would show up at the Family Picnics my Dad(Jim Liebner) would always be so happy to see him. Some years after my Dad's death some of us Liebner's would occasionally go to the Hut to visit. Bimbi was such a joy to be around. He was a great story teller and we enjoyed learning about our families the Benonis's and Liebner's in Pottsville. He will be greatly missed.

Dolores Liebner DiCicco

April 28, 2017

I will miss you Bim. You were always funny and a joy to be around.

April 28, 2017

Dan Reiley We have all lost a truly fine person.

April 28, 2017

From one Military Veteran to another, Thank You, for your service and dedication to our great nation. May the Lord comfort your loved ones.

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