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William Benninghoff Obituary

William G. "Bill" Benninghoff 72, of Mercer, and formerly of Napa, Calif., died Monday, Aug. 1, 2011, in Mercer, following a two-year battle with cancer. Bill owned and operated McDonald's Restaurants in the Napa Valley and Pinole, and had resided in Mercer, Wis. since 2000. Survivors include his wife, Virginia; children, Kathryn and Michael; and sisters, Mary Anne Melson and Joan Murphy. Bill's obituary can be viewed online and condolences given to his family at mckevittpatrickfuneralhome.com Arrangements are with McKevitt-Patrick Funeral Home, Inc., Ironwood, Mich. 906-932-1141.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Aug. 2 to Aug. 3, 2011.

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Carol Finley Stein

August 30, 2011

Dear Virginia,
How dearly I remember the two of you. Bill was one of the biggest recipients of Johnsonville bratwurst when my husband Roy and I were the owners of Stein's of Napa, just over the bridge from your store. I am so sorry to hear of his passing.

My husband Roy died in November of 2010 at the age of 81. I sincerely send my condolences. Roy had a great deal of respect for Bill. I can remember great meetings between the two of them. God bless you, my dear.

Nancy Henry

August 5, 2011

Dear Ginger~
Jim and I were very saddenend to read of Bill's passing. Cherish all of your wonderful memories of Bill forever in your heart.

August 5, 2011

Dear Ginger and family,

We remember Bill as a friendly neighbor and a generous man to the community. Our prayers and sympathy are with you all in this difficult time.

Dean & Sharon Goff

August 5, 2011

Ginger; I had the pleasure and honor of meeting both of you only once, and some people walk through our lives, but others leave a lasting impression, which is the case here. Take care and God Bless. Sincerely, Bill and Jessie Saenger.

Joe Murphy

August 5, 2011

Dear Maryann,

My sincere sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your brother. I didnt know he was a fellow Riordan HS alumni.

Edward OReilly

August 3, 2011

Bill and I grew up in S.F.. and went to grammer school together. WE were good friends. I just told the story today about Bill and I. We would take the streetcar downtown go to a morning movie,then a burger and milkshake,then 20 cartoons at the pix theater for a dime ,then an afternoon movie,then dinner [ another burger and shake ]then an evening movie.then home all for less than 2 bucks.
It shocks me to find he's gone. but I know we'll all be back together soon.
My sincere condolences
Ed OReilly

August 3, 2011

Dear Ginger, I am so sorry to learn of Bills death. My prayers are with you & your family. We had some great times together and I have many fond memories. God Bless.....Dee Akins

August 3, 2011

Dear Virginia,
We are so sorry to read of Bill's passing. May you and family be at peace with Bill. I have such found memories of our tennis days, and hope you had some good times in Wisconsin, before his illness. Would love to hear from you, when things calm down.
Our prayers and love,
Joan and Cliff Simpkins

Archbishop Riordan High School

August 2, 2011

The faculty, staff and students of Archbishop Riordan High School send their sympathy and prayers.

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