Dennis M. Benson

Dennis M. Benson obituary, Elmhurst, IL

Dennis M. Benson

Dennis Benson Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Elmhurst Community Funeral Home - The Ahlgrim Chapel on Apr. 27, 2024.

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Dennis M. Benson passed away April 26, 2024. He was born May 13, 1950 in Chicago to the late Bernhardt and Helen Benson. Dennis worked for 37 years at the phone company. He retired early and lived life to the fullest. He was a family man, loving husband, the best Dad, an expert fisherman, gourmet chef, skilled car mechanic, and enjoyed a nice manhattan. He loved his family and was greatly loved. We will miss him dearly.
He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Geraldine Benson; sons, Shawn (Holly), Kenny (Christina) and Jason; and grandchildren, Eliott and Paige.
He is preceded in death by his brother, Bernie (Marilyn).
A visitation will be held from 3 – 8 p.m. on Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at Elmhurst Community Funeral Home – THE AHLGRIM CHAPEL, 567 South Spring Road, Elmhurst. Funeral Service at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, May 2, 2024 at the funeral home.
Arrangements in care of Elmhurst Community Funeral Home – THE AHLGRIM CHAPEL. For info, (630) 834-3515 or www.ElmhurstFH.com.
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April 30, 2024

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James Patrick

April 30, 2024

Dear Gerry,
Our hearts go out to you and your family in your time of sorrow. Losing a spouse/father is an indescribable loss. May you find comfort in the shared memories, and may Dennis' love continue to guide you in the days ahead. We wish you comfort and peace during this difficult time.
Love Jim and Barb Patrick

Jenny Costello

April 29, 2024

Tommy introduced me to Dennis 10 years ago and I have loved him ever since! I even had him walk me down the aisle for our wedding because he was so precious to me! I have no words to describe how much we are going to miss him!!

Georgia

April 28, 2024

Every time I seen him he could make me laugh and smile! His laugh and humor will be cherished and truly missed.

Sonia m Atria

April 28, 2024

My condolences to the entire family . We will miss him .
Sonia Atria

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