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Frank Benko Obituary

Frank Benko Hammond / Griffith/ Homosasa, FL Frank Benko, age 87, of Homosasa, Florida passed away Friday, January 16, 2004. He is survived by his brother, John (Marie) of Cassopolis, MI and brother, Louis (Frances) of Hammond; sister, Agnes (Joe) Ross of Homosasa Florida, sister-in-law, Sharon Benko of Crown Point; numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty, his step-daughter, Sue Freud and brother, Steve. Frank was a WW II veteran and retired from Pullman Standard Company. Frank was a loving husband to Betty and devoted father to Sue. To the rest, he was a kind and gentle man who will be sadly missed by all who knew him.

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Published by The Times on Jan. 22, 2004.

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Joe Ross

January 31, 2004

Frank's sister Agnes,and I traveled to the Florida National Cemetery on Jan 26,carrying the cremains of Frank for interment.A simple.short rite took place for the entombment located in a very attractive part of the cemetery.A scene of peace and quiet pervades the entire area,enhancing the hope for an eternity of peace and comfort for all who have gone before.This location is one of the more desireable resting places for our nation's veterans;experiencing as many as 60 funerals per day,or about 150 per week.Agnes and I are pleased with the location,knowing that their final resting place will be cared for by a staff of dedicated workers.This is a location that deserves consideration when a loved one departs this world for the next.It is a location that I intend to re-visit in my lifetime.

mavis dean

January 30, 2004

Frank Benko was a well known friend of mine;kind,considerate,caring sort of a person that always made you feel welcome.His generosity was a major factor in everything he did,giving of his time, talent and financial aid.His assistance to me at my time of need proved to be crucial to my successful recovery from the loss of my husband and son.He will be long remembered.

Joseph Ross

January 24, 2004

Frank was much more than a one day obituary statistic;he was a life member of American Legion Post 16,Hammond,In.As a member of the 866th aviation engineers construction battalion,he helped build airfields in the South Pacific during WW II.Awarded the Purple Heart for wounds received in combat,he attained the rank of Sergeant.He worked as a machine shop supervisor for Pullman-Standard freight car division for 35 years,retiring to Florida in 1978 to follow his passion for fishing and golf.As a resident member of an assisted living facility,he was warmly embraced by all of the other residents as well as the staff,being taken to their hearts and minds as a very loving and caring man.His memory will linger for many years because of his pro-active efforts to enhance all of their lives.He ended his days under the care of his sister and the Hospice of Citrus county.

Wilder Fountain funeral home of Homosassa in charge of arrangements.Interment at the Florida National Cemetery,Bushnell,Fl.

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