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Chaz Bennington Obituary
37, of Indianapolis, passed away on May 31, 2015. Chaz was born in Indianapolis on March 28, 1978 to Robert Bennington and Julie (Johnson) Crow. He was a beloved employee of the Cobblestone Grill in Zionsville for 15+ years. His engaging personality brought him a wide circle of friends from all walks of life. Whether lifelong or recent, his friendships will endure. He had a passion for music ranging from Sinatra to the Wu-Tang Clan and back to Johnny Cash. He never missed a Colt's game but the Pacers were the great sports love of his life. He was a natural athlete and a wonderful team player. He was an avid reader and film fan, and a talented artist. He had an awful lot of shoes. Rising above all was his love for his son Preston. He was the most encouraging, affectionate, supportive, and just plain fun father a boy could have. Preston describes him as The Best Dad Ever. He is survived son Preston, his parents Bob and Julie, step-mom Arline Hill, Preston's mother Amanda Bennington, siblings Anna-Kate Bennington, Galen Denney, Justyn Strother, and Paisley Mahern; nieces and nephews Kristopher Martin, Logan and Ryker Furay, Isabella, Ava, Basil, and Clementine Strother, and Luella Denney; aunts Kathy Hornsby and Caroline Duff; cousins Beau, Sarah, Sophie, Nate, and Lee; and finally many extended family member and friends. A calling will be held on Saturday, June 13 from 2 to 6 pm at Indiana Funeral Care and Crematory, Harry W. Moore Chapel, 8151 Allisonville Road, Indianapolis. A celebration will be held on Sunday, June 14 beginning at 6 pm at Cobblestone Grill, 160 N. Main Street, Zionsville. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the Preston Bennington College Fund at Key Bank.
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Memories and Condolences
for Chaz Bennington
Amanda and Ryan Tumey
October 31, 2015
We'll be thinking of you, Chaz, at the Pacers game tonight. XOXOXO
Beth Emery-Stanley
September 7, 2015
I just heard about the passing of Chaz, & am so saddened. My deepest condolences go out to his family. I met Chaz when I was 14, he was a year older than me. He was always the nicest guy. The first time I ever went over to his house, a Tibeten monk was staying there, because of the movie 7 years in Tibet; he was involved with a vigil if I remember right?! I thought that was really awesome; the conversations Chaz & I had about it have always stuck with me. He was such a unique person. So very sorry to hear of his passing.
Patty Wykes
July 4, 2015
Hi Julie and Bob,
I was so sorry to hear about about Chaz's death. What a fine young man! When my son Michael, died in April, 2007 Compassionate Friends helped me. I hope they can help you too!
Peace
July 4, 2015
Blessings. I feel sad for your profound loss.
Jeannie Csire
Jude Smith
June 13, 2015
We are so sorry for your loss. Peace
June 12, 2015
Julie and Bob, so so sorry for your loss.
My mom Susie stopped by and said she saw you at Tim and Julie's. She enjoyed seeing you and was amazed by your strength.
The "other" Julie (ette) Johnson
Sharon Hanner
June 12, 2015
My heart breaks for the everyone who loved Chaz.. Truly sweet guy who touched the lives of so many. . This loss will be felt deeply by everyone who knew him...
June 11, 2015
Dear Julie and Bob, my heart goes out to you both and the entire family in this difficult time. Nancy Abel Strother
Michael Phillips
June 11, 2015
Hello Julie, I am very sorry and I am sure that my words bring nothing more than condolence. Peace and be well. Love to you always.
June 11, 2015
Dear Family:
We, the families of The Compassionate Friends, send you our heartfelt condolences on Chaz's passing.
The Compassionate Friends is an international grief support group for parents, grandparents and siblings who have suffered the heartbreaking loss of a child. Our only mission is to provide comfort, hope and support to every family experiencing the death of a son or daughter, brother or sister, or grandchild, and to help others better assist the grieving family.
We meet monthly on the first Tuesday at the First Baptist Church, 99 W. Main St, Greenwood, IN 46142 and on the third Thursday at the Faith Apostolic Church, 1212 E. 116th St., Carmel, IN 46032.
If and when you are ready to do so, please join us for either, or both, meetings.
We Need Not Walk Alone. We are The Compassionate Friends.
The Compassionate Friends
Central Indiana Chapter
(317) 250-0351 (Jodie)
(757) 871-1128 (Rhonda)
www.tcfcentralindiana.org
www.compassionatefriends.org
Sandra Schwab
June 11, 2015
Thoughts are with you Julie.
I doubt I would have ever had the pleasure of attending a Pacer game if he hadn't intriduced me to them.
Julie Crow (mother)
June 11, 2015
I receive great comfort reading all the tributes to Chaz. Thank you for sharing them.
nick Carlson
June 6, 2015
To an old family of mine, chaz was one of few that ever took the time to talk with me on facebook, whether it would be a political conversation or how dumb some of the music is this day in age, we saw eye-to-eye on our conversations I can't explain how much I will miss him even if we weren't as close as I would have liked. I had only recently reconnected with him on Facebook years had passed but not forgotten. Thanks Chaz for being the older brother to Galen and I when we were young.
Bob you raised him well, he was always a good guy in my book and always will be. I'll see you my friend.
Nancy Goins
June 5, 2015
Dearest Chaz trained me at Cobblestone and we clicked. It's was as if we knew each other forever.What a beautiful beautiful soul. He always made me laugh, never a dull moment. He truly was one in a million, he loved people naturally like me.And he loved his family ever so much talked about them all the time. He loved Preston beyond comprehension.I will never ever forget him ever! May God hold his family close.
Christine Kilgour
June 5, 2015
David and I are so sorry for your loss. Chaz was the server we always requested when we made reservations at Cobblestone. We ALWAYS requested him for New Year's Eve. He always made us feel special!
Sarah Beaver
June 4, 2015
I didn't know you well but I work with your father. You being his pride and joy and seeing the room light up when he speaks of you. I only wish I knew you better. I was with your father when he got the call and know he's my best friend and you were looking down. Sending you positive energy I wish I knew you longer. Thoughts and prayers with you, Preston, Anna, your father Bob and mother, and family.
Sarah Beaver
June 4, 2015
I didn't know you well but I work with your father. You being his pride and join and seeing the room light up when he speaks of you. I only wish I knew you better. I was with your father when he got the call and know he's my best friend and you were looking down. Sending you positive energy I wish I knew you longer. Thoughts and prayers with you, Preston, Anna, your father Bob and mother, and family.
Angela Crow
June 4, 2015
Dear, dear family-- my deepest condolences for your tragic loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts and my heart during this terrible time. ~Angela Cooper Crow
Connie Applegate
June 4, 2015
RIP
Connie and David Applegate
June 4, 2015
We're sorry to miss your memorial, but know that you'll be in our thoughts; today, next weekend, and any time I see a pumpkin cheesecake. Thank you for your thoughtfulness and friendship, you will always be missed.
Nora Solitano
June 4, 2015
I didn't know you very well, Chaz, and that is my loss. But I know you now hover near your loved ones, looking out, playing pranks. Peace is yours. Thanks for teaching me the lesson that waiting to get to know someone is a fool's game. Revel in your abandon, Chaz.
June 3, 2015
I'm gonna miss wondering what comment you would make when I mention something about our Pacers. If you can see the games where you are I'm rooting for them with ya.
Jenny Witcher
June 3, 2015
Best of the best dads <3
marsha sobieski
June 2, 2015
there are no words, only you are in my thoughts
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