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Penny Benjamin Obituary

Penny Benjamin, 72, departed this world to be with her Heavenly Father on Friday, Feb. 20, 2015. Funeral: 2 p.m. Wednesday in Arlington Chapel. Interment: Moore Memorial Gardens. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Arlington Chapel. Penny was born on Dec. 3, 1942, to Billy and Marie Harris. On March 27, 1959, Penny married the love of her life, Ben Benjamin. In 55 years of marriage she was a devoted Navy wife, Mom and Grandma. She was loved by many and will be missed dearly. Penny was preceded in death by her parents and granddaughter, Amanda. Survivors: Husband, Ben Benjamin; son, Kim Benjamin and wife, Lisa; daughters, Deena Coon and husband, Rick, Tabbie Coates and husband, Tommy; grandchildren, Brad, Lindsey, Melissa, Andrew, Matt, Gracie, Blake, Jacob, Haley, Alesha, Nick, Mykayla; great-grandchildren, Madelyn, Everlee, Connor, Charlie, Haddy and two more on the way (one in March and one in August); nephews, Sherman and James Harris; and many friends.

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Published by Star-Telegram on Feb. 23, 2015.

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Harriett Koen

February 25, 2015

DEAREST Ben, Kim, Deena, & Tabby: When Amos Elementary opened, some of my favorite, supportive families were the Benjamins, Caldwells, Hunts, Hightowers, Hammers & Quirks. I was the 1st music teacher at Amos and Penny kept me laughing. I would drop over some afternoons after school to engage in cookies, funtime with the kids and laughter. In fact, I had no children then, & I wanted to take precious kindergarten Tabby HOME WITH ME...(I doubt that would have gone over with Ben & Penny, though.) I will always love Penny and your whole family. It was so special being with you today at her glorious service and seeing the grandchildren & great grandchildren.Thank you for the special music too! God Bless all of you.

February 24, 2015

Prayers and love to All!
Melody Soroka

Carroll Overman

February 24, 2015

I am remembering all of the hard to hold egg sandwiches you fixed for Ben and me I'll miss you much.

James Harris

February 24, 2015

I miss you so much Aunt Penny! You meant the world to so many! You will forever live in our hearts, until we meet again! I love you!

Byron Myers

February 23, 2015

Ben and Family, So very sorry to learn of your loss. My prayers are with you.

Brenda & Tune Carmean

February 23, 2015

Rest in peace Penny. Prayers for the family....God be with you and comfort you during this painful loss.

Kathy (Overman) Cummings

February 23, 2015

So many happy memories of this lady! She was the center of an amazing family! So comforting to know without a doubt I will see her again! Much love and prayers to Ben Kim Deena and Tabby from me and Dad.

February 23, 2015

Pennys big smile will be missed! I pray peace, comfot and strength for her family in Jesus name! I remember I couldbe down at the florist but Penny was so happy singing and dancing she could lift anyones spirits! Rest in peace sweet lady! Jim and Dorothy Arnold

February 23, 2015

Nick, Laura and I are very sorry to hear of your Grandmother's passing, may God give you and your family the peace that only He can give.

MIKE AND LAURA CHESTER

Robbie and Tammy Roberts

February 23, 2015

Tabbbie and Family, Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you all During this time. Tabbie, I never got the opportunity to meet your Mom but I know she was a very sweet lady from the reflection she has on you.

Sarah K

February 23, 2015

Grandma I love you, I'll miss you terribly but, we will never forget your loving and upbeat heart.

February 23, 2015

The Munoz family sends their condolences to you. We are so very sorry for your loss of such a beautiful woman.

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