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Steven Benson Obituary
Born: June 7, 1953
Died: March 14, 2017
Steven "Benny" Benson, of Crystal Lake, was born June 7, 1953 in Elgin to John and Ethel (nee Erickson) Benson. He passed away peacefully at his home March 14, 2017, surrounded by his loving family.
Steve was an owner of Quality Jig Grinding for 40 years. He was an avid sports fan who loved March Madness and his beloved Cubbies. The Cubs World Series win was the icing on the cake. Mostly Steve loved spending time with his family, especially his girls. He was a "glass half full" kind of guy who was born on a sunny day.
He is survived by his bride, Jeanne (nee Moriarty); whom he married September 13, 1980 in Crystal Lake; daughters, Sarah (Stefan) Shemaitis, Kristen Benson, and Anne (Jake Walkner) Benson; granddaughter Bryn and her soon to be baby sister; brothers, Scott (Maureen) Benson and Kurt (Linda) Benson; and sister, Linda Benson. Steve was preceded in death by his parents.
Memorial visitation will be held from 1:00 to 4:00pm, Sunday, March 19, 2017 at Davenport Family Funeral Home, 419 E. Terra Cotta Ave (Route 176), Crystal Lake. Interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to JourneyCare Foundation, 2050 Claire Court, Glenview, IL 60025.
Please visit www.davenportfamily.com to send condolences.
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Andrew Aguirre
April 24, 2017
Prayers and Condolences to the Benson Family on the passing of another Crystal Lake Tiger Basketball teammate; we all must cherish the memories until we meet again Benny!
Chris Knapp
March 21, 2017
Jeanne and Family,
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss, my deepest sympathies, thoughts, and prayers during this most difficult time.
Chris
Deb Peacock
March 20, 2017
Thought and Prayers go out to your family.
Ed Laumbacher
March 20, 2017
So sorry to hear about Steve. Met him growing up; playing CLCHS sports and everything else CL had to offer. I will always remember how competitive he was and how much we all respected him while having such great times.
Judy Pratt
March 20, 2017
So sorry for your loss Jeanne, my condolences to you and your family.
Debra Cook
March 19, 2017
Sorry for your loss Benson family, Steve will truly be missed. Sincerely , A, Deb and Margaret Cook
HARVEL"S
March 19, 2017
BENSON'S
"WE LOVE YOU GUYS!
HARVEL'S
Sean T
March 18, 2017
Rest in peace my friend. Our paths crossed for a relatively short time these past couple years, too short, yet just long enough for you to make a positive lasting impression on me and our mutual friends before completing your journey here on earth. I'm better to have met you. See you in the next go around.
Ronald Miller
March 18, 2017
You will be greatly missed my friend, condolences to the family..Linda so sorry for the loss of your brother..
Ronald and Deborah Miller
Tomahawk Wisconsin
Keri Zaleski
March 17, 2017
I was so sorry to hear that Steve passed away. My thoughts are with you all at this difficult time.
Elaine Walkner
March 17, 2017
My deepest sympathy to Anne and the Benson family. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
With Love,
Grandma Elaine Walkner
Debbie Stegeman
March 17, 2017
Jeanne, my heart goes out to you and the girls. Steve was a very kind and caring man. You are in my prayers and thoughts.
Mary Sue Brown
March 17, 2017
So sorry to hear about Stevie. I grew up next door to the Bensons, and we played together as toddlers. I still have a picture of Stevie and Linda at my fifth birthday party. This is so sad. My condolences to the family.
Gene Janet Gulgren
March 17, 2017
We were so sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. We're sending you a hug from afar.
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