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Jeff Hicks
May 19, 2005
It has been over 25 years, but I'll always remember Ben for the really great person that he was. My condolences go to you and your kids, Sheryl. I am truly sorry for your loss.
Tawnya (Froelich) and Larry Roth
May 18, 2005
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Life can be so difficult, and full of challenges, but I absolutely know that we are not alone as we face them. Often times it seems very lonely, but as you pray and meditate, you will feel the presence of Ben and our Heavenly Father. The pain will not go away, but peace can be felt along the way. We love you!
Crystal Nault
May 17, 2005
Dear Sheryl & Family,
Although I never met your family, Ben spoke very highley of all of you .. He was a wondeful person and will be missed by all of us at HBW ..
john servick
May 17, 2005
Dear Sheryl and Kids,
Unfortunatly I never had the privelage of meeting the family that Ben spoke so highly of. Ben was so many things to me, a friend, co-worker, and most of all a mentour. Ben was a man that I idolized and looked up to. My warmest regards to you and your children. Ben will be sorely missed.
John S. Servick
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Brian Van Keuren
May 16, 2005
Sheryl, Charlene, Randy, Sydney, Erica, and Miquel-
Ben was so many things to so many people. For me he was a coworker, a hunting buddy, and a dear friend who was always there when I needed someone. In many ways, with the wisdom he shared with me, I felt sometimes he was a second father when my own was so far away. Ben will be greatly missed and I will always carry a piece of him in my heart.
Please know, you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Susan Mooney (Brown)
May 14, 2005
I'm sorry for your family's loss. Besides the acquaintance I had with the Mildenhall family because of being J Richard and Veone Brown's daughter, I remember Ben from an Algebra class at Timpview High school. He was very nice to me when some other guys were being real jerks. That small kindness was much needed and appreciated.
Brian & Jackie Palmer
May 11, 2005
Ben is pure gold, a joy to be around, and all were naturally drawn to his warm, kind, fun personality. We are so sorry at your loss, and love you all so much.
Jim & Janine (Ferre) Dudley
May 10, 2005
Dear Sheryl & Family,
Ben's obituary was forwarded by to us by friends in Provo. We are both shocked and saddened by your loss. We attended school with Ben from Kindergarten through High School. He was the real deal!! He always made everyone around him laugh and be happy!
We're sorry for your loss and wish you the best. May you find comfort in knowing how important Ben must be to our Heavenly Father. I am certain he was needed and will be there for you and your family when the time comes.
Sincerely,
Kent & Erin (McMahon) Zabriskie
May 10, 2005
Dear Sheryl & Family,
Erin and I were shocked to hear about Ben's passing. God must have needed him for a very important work on the other side. Our thoughts and prayers go to you and your family. I will always remember Ben as being a very 'real' person and not like so many others at THS that were so phony. I liked Ben's company and always enjoyed a good laugh with him when he was around. If there is anything Erin and I can do, please don't hesitate to call. 801.785.3816
Kelly Froelich
May 10, 2005
Sheryl and other family members,
I am so sorry to hear of Ben's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Ben has always been one of my favorite people. As we were so close in age, the two of us did a lot together growing up. I have so many fond memories of our childhood and will cherish our friendship for ever.
Rae will possibly remember the Thanksgiving when Ben and I were wrestling in their living room as kids and accidentally knocked over the jig saw puzzle that was nearing completion-- we got into big trouble!
I have happy memories of Ben-- he always tried to make others happy.
I pray that we will all be comforted and keep present in our hearts God's great plan of salvation.
Terry Sides
May 9, 2005
Sheryl:
We were deeply affected by the news. There are many who have been blessed by his life, and many more will be. He is an awesome missionary. I have very fond memories of working with Ben at the Chevron. He is a great friend and never forgot anyone. I appreciate the talks he gave me to help me as far as church goes. I know his new mission will be just as successful. I admire that about him. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and the children. I will miss his visits-- he always came to visit me when he was in town. Let us know how we can help. Our deepest sympathies, Terry and Jana Sides
Jason Solimando
May 9, 2005
Sheryl and Family,
I am still in shock at the news about Ben. I just found out this morning. Ben was such a wonderful guy. I will never forget him. In the short time that I knew him he made a lasting impression on me. I always admired and deeply respected his dedication and devotion to his family, friends, Church and God.
He was the kind of person you could talk to about anything. He respected and treated everyone with fairness and kindness.
He will be deeply missed. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
With love and Prayers for you all,
The Solimando Family
(Jason, Rebecca, Jacob and Madelynn).
Gary Witte
May 9, 2005
The Captain of a Lifetime
Gary Witte
We stand bereaved upon the dock
While ships embark for home
To distant ports not viewed by us
We are left alone
Approaching new horizons
Ship and Captain Ben fade away
He encounters new beginnings
And the dawn of a new day
The Captain of a Lifetime
Disappears or so it seems
His destiny awaiting
Where life is more serene
His Mother’s crying, waiting
She’s vigilled through the night
Upon a far more distant shore
She beacons with a light.
Death is but a sleeping
He’ll awake once more
We’ll then see his horizon
As just another shore
Our separation’s not for long
A fact amidst life travels
We were merely left behind
As eternity unravels.
May you and your children be wrapped in the arms of his love. We are so very sorry for your loss.
Gary & Cindy Witte
Jill (Froelich) & Phil Turner
May 9, 2005
Sheryl,
We are so sorry to hear about Ben, he will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Keith and Ann Blake
May 9, 2005
Joe,
I was sorry to hear of you brother, Ben’s, sudden passing. We send our sincere condolences to you and his family. His full and active life seems to have been a blessing to many. We hope the services today are a comfort and blessing to those around him.
May comfort and peace be with you and his family at this difficult time.
Our love and prayers are with you,
Keith & Ann Blake
Mark Brandt
May 9, 2005
Dear Sheryl:
I am saddened to hear of your loss. I truly loved Ben. When I was a young boy I watched him at every family reunion he attended. I wanted to be just like him. Full of energy and the life of the party. I am sure that those who are able to spend time with him now are truly enjoying the Ben that I always admired. I hope you and your family are comforted and feel supported in your time of loss.
Sincerely, Mark D. Brandt
Gwen Brandt
May 8, 2005
Dear Sheryl,
What a shock we have all had within our extended family! Ben was such a fun-loving guy; my children have made the comment several times over the last few days: "I just loved Ben!" We all did. May you find peace and comfort in the days and weeks ahead as you put the pieces of your and your children's lives back together. I am sure Ben and David have had their own family reunion by now--I have thought about that several times in the last couple of days. May God put His arms around you. He will compensate you in every way He possibly can for your loss--I know; I have been there.
Much love and sympathy,
Gwen Brandt
Larry and Marsha Mourdock
May 8, 2005
Tom and Carolyn,
We send our sympathy. If there is anything that we can do here, please call us...770-485-0698
Our love and prayers,
Larry and Marsha
Lori Bird
May 8, 2005
Dear Sheryl & children,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. I was so sad to read about Ben and do have happy memories from Timpview H.S.of him. He was fun to be around.
I hope the comfort you need will come. I will be there in heart. Sheryl~ I think of you and wish you a loving Father's mercy.
Love,
Lori Hansen Bird
Evan Porter
May 7, 2005
Sheryl,
Our deepest sympathies for you and you family at this your time of loss. Ben was a great friend and touched our lives for the better. Thank you for sharing him with us.
Angie Brandt Heberer
May 7, 2005
Cheryl, In all the years I've known Ben, he was the happiest around his family. I know he will be with you always watching over you and your children. He will be missed dearly, but it's comfort to know that he's in a good place and will be reunited with his family one day. We love you and want you to know that you are in our prayers. May God bless you and your family.
~Angie
Melissa James (Froelich)
May 6, 2005
I think my most cherished memory of Ben is when we were at a family reunion as adults and we were told that Ben and Sheryl wouldn't be able to make it because it was too far. Then a little later in the day they drove up in their station wagon. It was very touching to me that they sacrificed so much to be able to be with family. I often think of that now that I live away from family.
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