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Hester Ann Fauver-Yates Benson

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Benson Hester Ann Fauver-Yates Benson, age 75, passed away September 14, 2014. Born March 11, 1939 in Washington, WV to the late Frederick and Ethel Fauver. Preceded in death by husband Feister Benson and brother Wendell Fauver. Hester is survived by Debra (Randy) Housel, Kathy (Dan) Black, Linda Colon (Bill Buckey), Jerry Yates, and Larry (Tammy) Yates; ten grandchildren and six great grandchildren; one sister; three brothers; and many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and other relatives and friends. Visitation will be held Wednesday, September 17, from 6-8 p.m. at O R WOODYARD SOUTH CHAPEL, 1346 S. High St., Columbus, OH. Visitation will also be held Thursday from 11 a.m. until time of committal service at 12Noon at Baden Presbyterian Church, Leon, WVa. Pastor Jeff Miller officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Methodist ElderCare Services. Visit www.orwoodyard.com to send condolences and share memories.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Sep. 15 to Sep. 16, 2014.

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helen reynolds

November 27, 2014

hester was part of my life she was always there when we needed something love you hester we all miss you

Al and Cathy Newsome

September 17, 2014

Al and I love you all and will keep you in prayer.

Gretchen Adkins

September 17, 2014

I am very sorry for your family's loss. Hester was a wonderful lady and always a joy to be with. We had the pleasure of meeting her through Charlie & Helen and spent many good times together at the Moose Lodge. I hope you find comfort in loving memories.

Linda Gregg

September 16, 2014

i will miss my dear friend of over 20 years and she will always be in my heart...my prayers are with all her family and friends.she was so proud of all her children and grandchildren and loved to brag about them.we lost a great kind hearted lady and life will not be the same without her.

Cathy Stepp- Dalton

September 15, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

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