Benjamin James Gallichant
Benjamin James Gallichant, 26, of Lynchburg, died Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2006.
Ben was born July 21, 1980, in Groton, Conn., a son of Mark Gallichant of St. Paul, Minn., and Cheri Rutledge Trenhaile, of Bayport, Minn.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his girlfriend, Yandra Riascos, of Lynchburg, his children, Bryan Riascos and Izabella Gallichant of Lynchburg; a brother, Nicholas Gallichant, of Lynchburg; a sister, Sarah Croft, of Bayport, Minn.; a niece, Kaya Croft, of Bayport, Minn.; and his grandparents, Sally and David Cabbell, of Washington.
A memorial service will be held at a later date in Bayport, Minn.
Memorial contributions may be sent to American Lung Association, P.O. Box 7065, Richmond, VA 23221.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family, 434-237-9424.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.tharpfuneralhome.com.

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Published by The News & Advance from Dec. 6 to Dec. 8, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Benjamin Gallichant

18 Entries

Yvonne Crews

December 20, 2006

Ben was a wonderful person. I'm truely sorry to hear about your famil's loss. He was such a sweet caring person.

Andrew Kuczkowski

December 20, 2006

Ben was a great person, he will be deeply missed. My deepest sympathy goes out to all his family and childeren. I will remember all the great times Ben and I had together.

Steve and Barb House

December 14, 2006

Ben was our "first" little boy. Cheryl and I met at school and Steve and I immediately became very close to Nick, Ben and Sara. Steve and Ben bonded instantly. Steve taught Ben how to fish and he always remembered that. A few years ago we spoke on the phone just after Isabelle was born and Ben spoke of going fishing with Steve when he was younger. He will always be in our hearts. We ended up having two boys of our own and the second has the middle name "Benjamin"!

Jenifer Smith

December 14, 2006

My heart is saddened by the loss of such a wonderful person. I worked with Ben for many years and he always made me smile. He was a great friend and I will never forget how much he loved his family, his kids were his pride and joy. Benny, you will be truly missed. Lots-0-Love Benny

Lana Spencer

December 11, 2006

I am absolutely stunned to hear about benny. he was a great friend to me and all other who were blessed to have met him. i am so very sorry for the loss of such a great friend and im sure family member to you. he loved his family very much and spoke fondly of you all very often. i hope i am able to come to the service, if i am not please know you have all my prayers and thoughts.

Mark Gallichant

December 11, 2006

Ben,

The Lord is my shepard,
I shall not want;
He makes me lie down in green pastures,
He leads me besides still waters;
He restores my soul.
He leads me in paths of righteousness for his namesake.

Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,I fear no evil; for you are with me;
Your rod and your staff, they comfort me.

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life; and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever.

I think it's wondweful that Ben has touched so many people in his short life. He was a beautiful child, and a very loved young man. My heart and prayers go out to Yandra, Brian, and Izabella, for you are with me; you live on without a partner, a father, a son. Ben was one of three treasures that God has allowed me, and I will treasure his memory, as I am sure you will, all the days of our lives. I hope you will accept into your heart my deepest sympathy for our loss. Heaven brought in a shining light, and I will rejoyce in his memory forever. Thank you all for your wonderful thoughts and prayers. I will always love you Ben. Dad

Nick and Katie Quayle

December 10, 2006

We loved Ben so much and will always hold him in our hearts. He was a great friend, our daughter's Godfather and he will be missed. We know that he is in heaven looking out for all of us now, just as he did here on earth. We will never fogrget the good times, Ben.

Katy Siwek

December 10, 2006

I am so sorry to hear of this terrible loss. My heart goes out to all Bens family and friends. Love Always

Sherrie Newby

December 10, 2006

Words can't express my sympathy for your loss. Ben was a wonderful and unique person. You could always turn to him in time of need and he would be there. No one could ever take his place and he will always have a place in my heart. I will never forget the good times and I will always have the memories to carry with me for the rest of my time till we meet again my good friend Ben.

Cheryl Trenhaile

December 9, 2006

I would like to express our gratitude to all of my "Kids" that have been there and loved Ben through out the years, the memories we all have shared and the good times we had. As you all know, Ben was a very special person to everyone who knew him. As his Mom, I am deeply greatful to all of his friends and their families that loved him as much as I. Yandra, Bryan, Izabella, Sarah, and Nick as well as the rest of his family will be forever greatful to you all for giving Ben some wonderful years. Although he was much too young and the emptiness we feel is so strong please know that he loved each and everyone of you and he will always be with us in our hearts. My love and gratitude to you all. We are always there for you. 651-439-4458.

Hillary Lafone

December 9, 2006

I'm deeply saddened by this loss, Ben was a great person and was always willing help anyone any time! I always felt honored to be consider his friend and if there is anything I can do please don't hesitate to call (434) 846-3048

December 8, 2006

My family and I would like to express our deepest sympathies to all of Ben's family and friends. I knew Ben as a child and then as an adult. He had a good heart and will be missed. Our prayers to you all. ~~Lenny, Glen, Laurel & Grace from MN

Melissa Tomlin

December 8, 2006

Ben Was a great friend through out high school. He would always lend a shoulder to cry on or just a listening ear. He will be missed and always and forever loved. Melissa Hawkins Tomlin

Donna Will (Goodman)

December 8, 2006

I am terribly sorry to hear about your loss. Ben and I were good friends in middle school and high school. He will be missed greatly. If you need anything don't hesitate to call 434-832-0623.

Nancy Grant

December 7, 2006

Words can't express our sympathy on your loss. You and your family are in our prayers. May the Lord continue to bless , watch , and guide you and your family in this special time of need. If there is anything you all need please call or write. Heaven has let one more of his angels up into his gates of glory to protect you all. Much Love. 434 528-9493 or 434 238-7027

JEREMY WHITE

December 7, 2006

I AM REALLY SORRY TO HEAR OF THE FAMILIES LOSS. BEN AND I WENT TO SCHOOL TOGETHER AND HUNG OUT BACK IN SCHOOL DAYS. BEN WAS A GOOD GUY. IM SURE HE WILL BE SADLY MISSED. MY THOUGHTS ARE WITH THE FAMILY

Zamir Riascos

December 7, 2006

i will always remember ben as a brother he was always there to lent me a hand when need it and he was the father of my niece and nephew he was a good father and a good husband he will be miss by all of us.words cant meausure the emptiness that he will leave in our lives .you are my dog ben R.I.P BROTHER

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