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Gayle Benton Obituary
Gayle Marie Benton
March 20, 1971 - Feb. 18, 2022
HOBART, IN - Gayle Marie Benton, age 50, of Hobart, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, February 18, 2022 in Laramie, WY.
She was born on March 20, 1971 in Chicago, IL and grew up in Palatine, IL. Gayle graduated from William Fremd High School in 1989. Gayle was married to the love of her life, Randall K. Benton on December 30, 1995 in West Lafayette, IN. Gayle graduated from Purdue University, West Lafayette in 1993 where she earned Bachelor degrees in Fine Arts and Art History. She worked for the School City of Hobart as a teacher's aide. She attended countless games and events where she was her children's biggest fan. Gayle was very involved with her children's activities and served as a Girl Scout troop leader and cheerleading coach. Gayle was a loving wife, mother, sister, aunt, coach, and friend who will be missed by all who knew her.
She is survived by her loving husband of 26 years, Randall K. Benton; four children: Jordan Marie Benton, Sydney Taylor Benton, Andrew William Benton, and Matthew Henry Benton; sister, Susan Knoll (Brian) Stage; beloved pets, Tallulah, Dixie, Nemo, Tres, and Salem; many nieces, nephews, and other loving family and friends.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the family for her children's education or to the Hobart Humane Society would be appreciated.
Gayle was preceded in death by her parents: Harold and Viola Knoll.
A funeral service for Gayle will take place Monday, February 28, 2022, at 12:00 p.m. at REES FUNERAL HOME, Hobart Chapel, 600 W. Old Ridge Rd. Burial will follow at Angelcrest Cemetery in Valparaiso. Visitation will be held Sunday, February 27, 2022 from 2:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home. For more information, please call (219) 942-2109. Please go to www.reesfuneralhomes.com to extend online condolences.
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Memories and Condolences
for Gayle Benton
Dona, Ron, and Ryann Zavesky
March 1, 2022
Our deepest condolences to the Benton family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Rest peacefully, Gayle, you will be missed :(
Mary Jarosz
February 28, 2022
Sorry for your loss. Prayers to the family.
The Germonprez Family
February 27, 2022
Our prayers are with you all.
Ron Knoll family
February 25, 2022
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Felicia Headly Family
February 25, 2022
Our thoughts are with who mourn.
Donation: St. Jude Children's Research.
Michelle O'Laughlin
February 24, 2022
On behalf of our entire family, please accept our love and condolences at this time. We are truly sorry for your loss.
Prayers~ The O’Laughlins.
Denise Evans
February 24, 2022
My deepest sympathies to the entire family. Gayle was a wonderful wife and Mother and will be truly missed by all.
Samuel Hicks
February 24, 2022
Gayle was a very sweet lady. She is now in the presence of the Lord. God Bless the Benton Family. Prayers and Condolences.
Karen Udiltz
February 24, 2022
Gayle was a wonderful person with a big heart. I am thankful for her coming into mine and my daughter's life. this world lost a great one. All of Hobart will miss her. May God comfort you all in this difficult time.
Karen Udoltz
Patricia & David Burger
February 24, 2022
We are heartbroken over the passing of our friend, Gayle. Gayle’s parents were my Godparents and I grew up spending many fun times with the Knoll family. Gayle and her sister Sue are like cousins/sisters to me. As we married and had children of our own, we have remained friends and part of one another’s lives as often as the miles would allow. Gayle had an awesome sense of humor, kind spirit and a lovely smile. We will miss her greatly and always think of her with love.
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