Mary A. Benedict

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
We are sorry for your loss.

Paula, Dan and Taylor

I knew my first cousin as Mary Ann. Had many good times in Waconia,especially during the Carver County Fair. Mary Ann fit right in our cousin klan. She will be missed.

Our little family just got even smaller. We must hold on to one another for strength at this sad time. At least we do have each other. We love you all so much.
Barbara & Artie

I have especially fond memories of Rollie and Mary, two of the kindest most welcoming people during the early days of "inclusion" of Special Education students. When others couldn't figure out what to call my students, Rollie always referred to us as the "small classes." Mary loved all the children and came into our classrooms with her gift of music. They touched so many lives and will not be forgotten.

Dearest Jan, Kari & Keith,
We are at a loss for adequate words to express our grief for you. We had the blessed opportunity of knowing & loving your mother and we know heaven just received one of its most special angels. You are a reflection of your mother in the way you treat people with respect and empathy, not to mention the way you make each person feel loved. The love and support of Mary can never be replaced, but we hope you find some strength, in the love of family and in the warm embrace of friends. We love you so much. Rich, Mary & Alexandra Rossi

Kari & family,
Oh the memories of long ago...spending time with your family, church, choir (I still can see your Mom directing and hear your Dad bellowing out like no one else could The Lords Prayer), and the good times at the cabin. God has a very special angel in heaven with your Dad now. And, she's probably catching up with my Mom and Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time! Keep those great memories close your heart, it gets you through those tough days! All my love to you my old girlfriend!

We will miss our neighbor of 28 yrs, we had so many fun times while our kids grew up directing across from each other. I remember Mary and I backing into each other, one winter morning after our walk, before work. Since we both had old cars, we had a good laugh and went to work. Our kids still talk about Mary's wonderful donuts on Halloween. Our prayers are with you Mary! Love and sympathy to your loved ones. Sharon and Guido

Loving, fun, talented, kind, great example for all.....that is Mary. I'm not sure I would be singing in church choir today if it wasn't for the years spent in the Peace Choir with Mary and Rollie. What a wonderful couple. And, did we have fun!!## Thank you Mary and Rollie.
Sincere Sympathy to her wonderful family.
Barb (Niederloh) Schachtschneider

We have so many fond memories of our time spent with Mary on Lake Ida. Our little "chats", playing bean bag toss,and singing around the bonfire with Mary playing the guitar are our favorites. Talk about a woman who lived each day to the fullest - that was so Mary! Our heartfelt and deepest sympathy is with you all during this difficult time. With love and prayers - Jerry and Cindy