Larry Kent Benbow
1939 - 2026
Larry Kent Benbow
1939 - 2026
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Larry graduated from Ball State University with a degree in Elementary Education and was also a Varsity Tennis player. While starting his career in education, he met the love of his life Barbee Moriarty. Larry then moved his young family from Indiana to Kenosha, Wisconsin where he enjoyed a distinguished thirty plus year career as an Elementary School principal at several schools in the Kenosha Unified School District. During his career he earned his Masters and Doctorate in Elementary Education. He also served as a reserve in the United States Navy.
In 2002, he and Barbee retired to Bloomington, Indiana. They built their dream home and Larry worked part-time as a Student Teacher Supervisor for Indiana University. Their summers were spent at Lake Wawasee in Syracuse, Indiana. He was an active supporter of IU sports and a football season ticket holder for many years. He was known for his elaborate tailgates and was even recognized by the university. He enjoyed an active and physically fit lifestyle as well as traveling throughout the world. He especially liked his fly fishing trips out west.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to Hospice of Cincinnati. (checks payable to Hospice of Cincinnati, P.O. Box 633597 Cincinnati,OH
45263) There will be a private celebration of life with the family.
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John Gonzales
March 17, 2026
Dr. Benbow was my elementary school Principal at Lincoln Elementary and one of the first male figures in my life that I remember admiring and looking up to.
Genevieve Eirich
January 20, 2026
My deepest sympathies to the family. Larry and I go way back. I worked at Frank Elementary School where he was the Principal. My teaching assignment was most unusual and beyond challenging but Dr. B supported me every step of the way. He was such a joyful man.
Jamie (Meier) Mattek
January 17, 2026
Mr. Benbow was my principal at Frank Elementary School. My late mother (Patricia Meier) ran the school PTA and was friends with a teacher there - Mr. Charles Koenes. The three of them were always joking and kidding around in the employee lounge.
He was a wonderful man. May he rest in peace.
Kim Smith
January 12, 2026
Dear Benbow family, so sorry to hear of Mr.Benbow's passing. He was our principle at Berryville for a few years. I remember him as being so very nice, smiling and saying hello to all us kids.
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Michael Hamilton
January 11, 2026
My goodness, Dr. (Mr.) Benbow. I remember when he was the principal at Frank Elementary School in the mid-1970s when I was a student there ('74/'75?). He always seemed to have a very pleasant demeanor. I am glad to see that he furthered his education and continued his career as an educator through the KUSD.
Thank you for all the smiles, Dr. (Mr.) Benbow!! I can't forget you.
Meghan Logsdon
January 11, 2026
Dr Benbow was the principal at Jeffery Elementary when I started there in the 4th grade, back in 1991. I remember once, as an incentive for everyone to reach our goal in some reading program, he said he would put on a dress and sit in a lawn chair facing 39th Ave. We reached that goal. He will be greatly missed.
Faith Pfeiffer
January 11, 2026
Our sympathy to you. I didn't know your dad as well your mom, but I heard about him and your family because I taught with your mom at Frank Elementary in Kenosha. I credit my survival of my first year at Frank to Barbee. She was wonderful!! She was the best mentor anyone could have had! Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely, Faith & Rod Pfeiffer
Ronald Bailey
January 11, 2026
It has been a pleasure knowing the Benbow family! It was wonderful having then as friends and neighbors in Kenosha! We all worked at Kenosha Unified! My heart goes out to the family during this difficult time!
Tim Elsen
January 11, 2026
My condolences to Larry´s family. It was my pleasure to have worked with Larry in the Kenosha Unified School District as an educator and fellow administrator. He always acknowledged the goodness in people and encouraged them in their personal growth.
Hannah Hill
January 2, 2026
I had a very short time of knowing Larry, but he left a lasting impact on my heart. I enjoyed reading about his life. What an incredible man!
Cheryl Moffett
January 2, 2026
Larry was such a special man. The twins Irene Ray and Ilene Houpt had great times playing with and watching over Larry when he was little. They talked often about him. We enjoyed many special visits and times with Larry and Barbee over the years. They were wonderful people and treasured family members. Prayers for your family during this difficult time.
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