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Robert Benjamin Obituary
Evansville, Ind.
Robert "Bob" E. Benjamin, 90, of Evansville, passed away Tuesday, January 21, 2014, at Columbia Healthcare Center.
He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather, and truly enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. He was an active member of Vann Avenue Baptist Church, where he was a Deacon for 38 years. He worked at the Evansville Shipyard for three years helping to build LSTs as a pipefitter, and then later retired from the Sheet Metal Workers Union, Local #20, after 60 years. For 50 years he enjoyed fishing and camping at Scales Lake. He was proud to have visited 48 states with his wife. He enjoyed playing cards at Washington Square Mall and watching the horses run at Ellis Park.
Bob's family extends a special thanks to his daughter, Nancy Osborn, who devoted the last two years caring for him, and to the staffs at Columbia Healthcare Center and Gentiva Hospice for their wonderful care.
Bob was preceded in death by his wife of 67 years, G. Jean Benjamin; daughter, Judith; brothers, John and Gene; and his parents.
He is survived by his daughter, Nancy (Dwight) Osborn; grandchildren, Tina (Gregory) Harlow, Rick Cowe, Teresa Gunn and Rob (Amanda) Martin; great-grandchildren, Charish (Josh) Draper, Melanie Gunn, Danielle and Erin Harlow, Drake and Tiffany Duncan, and Alexis and Madison Martin; great-great-grandchildren, Christian, Brionna, Brooklyn, Aaliyah, Nicholas and Amelia; sister, Patricia; and brothers, Jack and Don.
Services will be 11 a.m. Friday, January 24, 2014, at Alexander East Chapel, officiated by Rev. Glen Flowers, with burial in Sunset Memorial Park. Friends may visit Thursday from 3 to 8 p.m. and Friday from 10 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to Gentiva Hospice, 323 Metro Avenue, Evansville, IN 47715. Condolences may be made online at www.AlexanderEastChapel.com.
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for Robert Benjamin
January 24, 2014
I'm so sorry Nancy to hear about your loss. When Momma died, it was so very hard and as old as our parents were, it stings all the more. We kept them for this long and it's harder to let go because they have been with us for ages and ages. It was just like Momma would stay forever and taking care of her,the more intense. I'm sure the last two years have been hectic for you. You get closer and it consumes you and all your time, you are just constantly thinking of what they need done or things that will make them happy and find ways to make them smile. For all the hard work, I hope peacefulness envelopes you and you can adjust in your own time and find happiness that he had the best care and life. My heart hurts for you and your family. May God Bless you and carry you while in his loving arms and the angels surround you in your times of need. God Bless and with love,Kim Snow Abshagen
Jerry & Mary Jane Smith
January 23, 2014
Our condolences to the Benjamin family in the loss of Bob. You are all in our thoughts & prayers.
Cheri Troxel
January 23, 2014
Nancy and family, I'm sorry to hear Uncle Bob passed. He is with Aunt Jean and Judy again. I have a lot of good memories of them coming up to visit and family reunions. You all are in our prayers. With love, Cheri and Gerry
Shawn Hebner
January 23, 2014
Rob,Sorry for your loss. Prayers to you and your family during this difficult time.
LIsa, Keith & Brianna
January 23, 2014
So Sorry for your loss Nan & the rest of the family. In my thoughts & prayers.
Juana & Mario Hernandez
January 23, 2014
Sorry for your loss. Our prayers and with the Benjamin Family. He was a wonderful man and will be dearly missed.
Brian Osborn
January 23, 2014
Deb and I are sorry for your loss. He was a great man. Now he is with the Lord and his Lovly Wife.
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