To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Linda Peters
October 16, 2024
Will never forget his beautiful blue eyes and great sense of humor.
Linda Peters
October 16, 2022
Ben was kind and funny and deserved a long happy life with his mother and brother who he loved so much.
Linda Laurianti
July 9, 2011
Cathy & Ardie -- Honestly, I cannot find the words to express over your loss of Benny. He had two parents that loved him deeply and you weren't afraid to express it. May he rest in peace.
Mike, Linda, Alexandra and Mario

RIP BUDDY
JERRY HOWARD
March 21, 2011
Taylor Clarke
November 1, 2010
I'm so sorry for you loss, Ben will truely be missed he was an amazing kid. He helped me feel welcome at Marlowe and he was an absolute sweetheart. You are all in my prayers.
Kent, Kathy and Carley
October 26, 2010
I will hold on to the childhood memories I have of Bennie. God Bless and know our thoughts are with you all each day. Love,
Michael Lewis
October 25, 2010
Cathy, Ardie & Family,
I cannot find the words to express how truly sorry I am for your loss.
I feel lucky to have known him, even if it was for a small period in life. He was an amazing little boy and I'm sure turned into an equally amazing young man. I fondly remember his visits to The Data House and how fun it was to chat with him about whatever was going on or just goof around in the warehouse.
You all will be in our thoughts and prayers.
October 25, 2010
Ardie and Family
We are so saddened to hear of the untimely death of your beloved son Benjamin. May it be of comfort to all of you that everywhere... there are friends old and new who are grieving beside you and praying with you for the grace to withstand the pain and agony of your loss. Ben has been swept away in Gods hands to a better place for all eternity. May he rest in peace now. And may you find comfort in the love and prayers.
Kathy and Biff
madeleine herzog
October 25, 2010
i am so sorry. i can't imagine what you're going through. i loved ben with all my heart and i miss him ore and more everyday. You all will be in my prayers
Brianna Abbott
October 25, 2010
Words are so inadequate... please know that I am holding you close in my heart, my thoughts and, most importantly, my prayers.
sarah & mike
October 24, 2010
ardie, cathy & jack,
we're so sorry for your loss. you're in our thoughts & prayers.
Kathy Baron
October 24, 2010
Dear Ardie and Cathy and Jack:
I am so very sorry for your great loss.
Please know we are thinking of you each day and you are all in our prayers.
Having lost my son many years ago...I know there is no greater pain to live through.
I believe your Benjamin is still very much with you and always will be...you just have to be open to receive the signs.
May God Bless Ben and all of you.
Kathy Baron (Thomas' grandma)
Chris Swisher
October 24, 2010
Cathy and Ardie, I'm terribly sorry for your loss, I knew Ben since elementary school and we were friends, we may have not hanged out much, but his loss hurts no less, you have my deepest sympathy, Ben was a cool guy, I'm sure he was an even better family member.
Connie Greenup
October 24, 2010
Dear Ardie
Jay and I wish to extend our deepest sympathy. We watched Matt and Kevin grow up with our girls, Jill Fussnecker and Jaimie Harner. Although we never knew Ben, I am certain that he was just as great as his brothers.
Alex Blake
October 24, 2010
kathy and ardie, im so sorry about ben passing away. He was such a good kid and one of my greatest friends. I shared so many great and funny memories growing up with ben. He always was good putting a smile on my face. he will always be in my prayers and I will keep trying my best to make him proud as he told me he was the last time I talked to him. From me and the rest of my family, we are sorry about you loss. He will always be in my heart as the funny caring best friend I ever had
October 23, 2010
Ardie and Cathy,
Really saddened by the news and so terribly sorry for your loss. I really am at a loss for words. I will pray for Ben and your families. Please share my condolences with Jack. The phone is always on.......
Eddie Brown
Franco and Barbara Germano
October 23, 2010
Dear Ardie~
Our deepest sympathy. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Franco and Barbara Germano and Family
Linda & Bobby Hunt
October 23, 2010
Dearest Ardie and Cathy,
We are so saddened by your loss. I will always remember those big blue eyes of Bennie's and that sweet smile. Thank you for the photos you used to send, Cathy, when he was young.
Our love and deepest sympathy to you.
You are always on my mind.
Linda and Bobby Hunt
Jason Bush
October 23, 2010
This is such a sad thing. I wish the best for you and will keep you in my thoughts.
Vicki Gooding
October 23, 2010
It grieves me deeply to hear of Ben's passing. It has been years since I have had contact with him, but I have never forgotten Ben's warm smile, laughter, positive outlook on life and great sense of living life to its fullest.
I can't take away the pain from this loss but do reflect on the good he brought to you and many others.
Bill & Chris Johnson
October 22, 2010
Cathy and Ardie
Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you and your family. Although we hadn't seen Ben much over the past few years, we will always remember him as a fun loving, caring young man. He will be missed by many. May God bless Ben and your family.
October 22, 2010
Dear Artie and Family,
Our deepest sympathy goes out to each of you. You are in our prayers, may God bless Ben and your family.
Jim and Karen Hinds, Centerville, OH
Don and Sandy Zerkel
October 22, 2010
Dear Ardie, so very sorry to hear about you son. You will be in our prayers. God bless Benjamin and your family.
The Johnston Family
October 22, 2010
To the Corcoran family, we send our prayers and condolences for the loss of your son, grandson and nephew, Benny. May your fond memories of him keep you strong through this most difficult time in your lives.
Delanee Willison
October 22, 2010
Ben was always so friendly and caring. He was full of jokes and love, leaving a smile on everyone's face. He will be missed. Stay strong and keep your head's up through the hard times.
John Roberts
October 22, 2010
Ardie and family,
May god bless you and keep you during this most difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Our deepest heartfelt sympanthy. John & Debbie Roberts
Suzanne McCann
October 22, 2010
Dear Cathy and Jack -
Our heartfelt condolences go out to both of you as your mourn Ben's loss. We never had the pleasure of meeting Ben, but imagine he was an incredibly wonderful individual as both of you are. May the love of God and family and friends be of comfort to you now and in the days ahead. We are here for you ANYTIME.
God bless,
Jim, Suzanne, Kelsey and Ryan McCann
October 22, 2010
RIP
Jamie Long
October 21, 2010
Cathy,
I don't have any words that make sense to say. Bennie, well, he was amazing. He brought so much joy to this world. My heart goes out to you, Jack, and Ardie. It is impossible to fathom the depth of your pain. I was just talking to Jack about Ben last week, about playing Mario Brothers and Bennie always beating me so easily. I am so thankful to have known Ben. God be with you all.
Craig and Libby Nichols
October 21, 2010
Dear Ardie and family, so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Marya Kowal
October 21, 2010
Kathy, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you both and Jack. Ben was a wonderful young man, who will be sorely missed.
Deanne Joseph
October 21, 2010
Dear Ardie and family,
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your wonderful family at this time. I send my sympathy and love.
shawnte ratliff
October 21, 2010
I had a class with Ben every year and every time I saw Ben he always had the biggest smile on his face and there wouldn't be a time that Ben would never not smile or joke around he knew how to make everyone laugh. He will be missed. Your family is in my prayers.
Kathy Newman-Gall
October 21, 2010
Kathy and Ardie - We are so sorry for your loss and the pain and suffering that go with it. Ben was a wonderful person and I pray that God be with you and keep you strong through this time. Your friends are here for you.
Hillman Staff
October 21, 2010
Dear Kathy and Ardie,
We want to extend our thoughts and prayers to your family. We adored Ben and it was a pleasure having him with us. He was truely a fun and loving young man. May God bless you in this time of need and know that we are here for you! Ben will truely be missed!

October 21, 2010
Our hearts are breaking for you guys. We've loved Benny at every age and stage of his life.
Love Jim and Linda
Molly Pearce
October 21, 2010
Cathy, I cannot even imagine your pain. I am praying for strength for you.
Adrienne Kirnec
October 21, 2010
My thoughts and prayers to your family at this difficult time. May God be with your family throughout this tough time.
Anonymous
October 21, 2010
My heartfelt prayers are with you at this difficult time. I have a teenage son, and even though we've never met, as a mother I can only imagine the pain and confusion. May you find comfort in your faith and may it hold you strong. God bless you and your family.
KATHLEEN PERRINI
October 21, 2010
Dear Kathy and Ardie-we cannot even begin to understand the pain that you are suffering.....In your time of greif,remember that no one can take away the love and memories that you share with Bennie....all of our prayers are with you...Let us know if there is ANYTHING that we can do...love and prayers,Ed ,Kathy and Sonny Perrini
Jane Shawver
October 21, 2010
Our heartfelt sympathy to Ben's family. Ben never hesitated to say hello when we would see him in the neighborhood. His smile will be sadly missed.
Tom, Jane, Paige & Ethan Jones
Naomi Roberts
October 21, 2010
I will be praying for God to comfort you all. I always remember Ben's smile.
Heather, Bryan, Gavin & Nolan Schreiber
October 21, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
denise dobbins
October 21, 2010
my deepest sympathy to you and your family..... by heart is so sad for all of you.....I hope God gives you comfort in this time...love you...
Sharon Brasser
October 21, 2010
I remember Ben from Granby and the youth football team he and our son Michael were in together. Our heartfelt sympathy to Ben's family in this time of such great sorrow. We too lost one of our beloved sons. Hold Ben in your hearts and may you receive God's grace.
Sharon and Tom Brasser
Sharon Brasser
October 21, 2010
I remember Ben from Granby and the little league football team he and my son Michael played on together. My family and I extend our heartfelt sympathy to Ben's family in this time of such great sorrow. Hold Ben in your heart and may you receive God's grace.
Sharon Brasser
mike dojcak
October 21, 2010
When all seems darkest that is when a ray of light shines brightest.
The Remick Family
October 21, 2010
To have the wonderful memories of time spent with Ben and your entire family will help us through this very difficult time. The handsome, smiling young man in the picture who was always so happy to see you, perfect manners and such a great conversationalist is who we will remember. He is a part of us forever.
All our love,
Chris, Elyse, Nicholas, Colin and Hannah Remick
Theanne Murata
October 21, 2010
Words cannot express the loss of a child. My deepest sympathy for all of you and may God give you the strength to get through this difficult time. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
With much love and support,
Theanne, Justin and Nick
October 21, 2010
Your family is in our prayers. We are glad that we had the chance to meet Ben this summer at the lake.
Anne, Brian, and boys. (Lima, Ohio)
Judy Smith
October 21, 2010
May God support your family at this difficult time. And please know that others share in your loss.
October 21, 2010
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Our deepest heartfelt sympathy.
October 21, 2010
May you Rest in Peace Ben.
Showing 1 - 54 of 54 results
Funeral services provided by:
Rutherford Funeral Home at Powell450 West Olentangy Street, Powell, OH 43065

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read moreIf you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more