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Alex Benard Obituary

Alex J. Benard, passed away peacefully at his home on September 23, 2021, at the age of 69. A 1970 graduate of Roosevelt High School; retired from US Steel with 32 years of service in 2003. He leaves to cherish his memory, loving wife, Denise Benard, Daughters Alexis (Corey, Sr.) Spencer of Gary, IN, Camille Benard of Indianapolis, IN, Nephew he raised Cornell Broadway, of Lafayette, IN, brother, Larry Benard of Gary, IN sister, Clarice Grady of Michigan City, IN Jaqueline Benard of Gary, IN, Four grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Viewing – Saturday, October 9, 2021, from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Guy & Allen Funeral Chapel, 2959 W. 11th Avenue, Gary, IN.

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Published by Post-Tribune on Oct. 6, 2021.

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Elvida Williams & Bradford Taylor

November 4, 2021

We were saddened to hear of the passing of the Man I called GQ, Always from Head to toe, his laugh, That smile he was the right hand to our cousin Moochie. Always respectful and Real. Rest In Peace GQ, never forgotten. Our prayers and condolences to the Family.

Baxter Crim

October 16, 2021

Friend from the 60's played with him and Brother Jack.

Hubert Hartville,Jr. RHS '70

October 12, 2021

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Nellie Cooper

October 10, 2021

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Willie Strickland

October 10, 2021

To my postal colleague friend and family. My deepest sympathy in the passing of your loved one To God be the glory To God be the glory...Alex will be truly missed

Darrell Taylor

October 8, 2021

What a exceptionally kind man...the world just got dimmer...

Sharon Franklin

October 7, 2021

May God continue to saturate you with His Love, Strenght, Comfort and supply your every need(s). In Jesus Name, Praise God.
Blessings

Michael & Ermalene Gault Sr

October 6, 2021

Larry & family,

Your brother Alex's at peace. Think of the good times and smile. For comfort read Ecclesiastes 3:1-15,17,19,20,22. May The Most High God bring you peace during this time.

Elinora "Cookie" London

October 6, 2021

Larry,
"Earth has no sorrow, that heaven cannot heal."
Stay strong.

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