GARRY  "BENNY" BENSON

It is with sadness that we said goodbye to Garry on May 10, 2004, but we are so grateful that he has finally gone “Home”.  Garry was predeceased by parents Ervin and Violet Benson, brother Roy and nephew Jamie.  Left to remember him are:  Donna, his wife of 40 years; daughters: Lorraine and Gordon Knox and Sherri Benson; grand-daughters: Carly and Vanessa Knox; brothers: Lyle and Linda Benson and Dennis and Linda Benson; nieces and nephews: Christine and Ivan Lissel (Joelle and Kienna), Steven, Loralee, Jason, Mark and Scott; mother-in-law, Mamie Schnell; and special pets Maggie, Odie and Archie. We wish to thank the many caregivers who have been so kind to “Benny” and his family; the nurses and staff at Providence Place, Dr. W. Geyer, and the friends who have been so supportive over the past few months. The Funeral Service will be held at Minto United Church, 1036 Seventh Ave., N.W. on Thursday May 13, 2004 at 1:30 pm.  Pastor George Ayers will officiate.  Interment will follow at Rosedale Cemetery. Memorials to the Sask. Wildlife Federation, 444 River St. W., Moose Jaw, S6H 6J6, would be appreciated.  In living memory of Garry, a tree will be planted in Wakamow Valley by W.J.Jones & Son Funeral Home.  

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Tanis Swallow - Moose Jaw, SK: I saw Gary every week, for years, when he worked at Reliable.  He always brought a smile to my face when he walked in through the front door, and I was glad to have had the opportunity to know him.  My condolences to Donna, Lorraine & Sherri.

Sharon and Wayne Stangl - Calgary, AB: To Donna and all of the Benson Family: We were extremely sorry to hear of Garry's passing.  It's hard to believe one so young has gone, but we would rather it be that way than for him to suffer for a long time.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Richard and Wilda Leonardo - Edmonton, AB: Donna, Lorraine, & Sherri, Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Lloyd and Sandi Luhning - Moose Jaw, Sask.: Our sincerest sympathy to all the Benson family. We always enjoyed our meetings with Garry and we know now that Garry's own golf course will always have the most luscious fairways, most magical sand bunkers and the most perfect greens. Garry was a great person, one of a kind and we will sincerely miss him. God bless you Garry , and your game will always be remembered. Again to the family, your love and cherished memories will get you through this most difficult time.

Carolyn Folk - Moose Jaw, SK: So very sorry I was not able to attend the funeral, however, my thoughts and prayers are with you all.  May the comfort of knowing Gary is no longer with pain and suffering, and that he now is in a place much better than we can ever imagine, help you all through this difficult time.  Take care and God bless.

Don and Valda Craig - Calgary, AB: Although we are unable to be with you, please know that we are thinking of you.  We are so glad that Garry's suffering is done and that we got to see you all last summer at the family reunion.  We will miss him.  Take Care.

Lonnie and Louise Benson - Calgary, AB: So sorry we are unable to be with you.  I have many fond memories of Garry's and Roy's visits to our farm on their hunting "excursions".
Heaven is a glorious place indeed and we can all be comforted in the knowledge Garry now resides in a much better place. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Roger Tolley and Patty Yuzek - Moose Jaw, SK:  Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you in this time of sadness.

Dawn Luhning and David Danchilla - Moose Jaw, SK: Our sympathy and thoughts are with all of you at this very difficult time. Cherish your memories ... they last forever ...Please take care.

Pat and Sue Truscott - Chilliwack, BC: Hugs to you, Dennis and Linda, and the whole Benson family.  Take care and God Bless.

Nickie Haidt - Morse, SK: Garry gave me my first job. I will always be thankful for that I know he is now at rest. I have a hard time believing it. But I do believe God called him home. I will remember the good times we had at work. Also of him talking about his golfing and hunting experiences with his bow. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Garry Erfle - Moose Jaw, SK:  I got to know Garry when he worked at Reliable Stationery. We had  many conversations about golf and hunting. My condolences to his family.

Debbie Taylor - Moose Jaw, SK: I am saddened to hear of Garry's passing. He touched so many of our lives in such a positive way. My condolences to his family during this difficult time.

Brad and Jan Johnson - Albany, Oregon: While our sincere sympathies go out to Donna and Garry's family, we also want to recognize and celebrate the quality and value Benny brought to this world and the lives of those who knew him.  His dry wit was always quick and insightful.  Over the years I learned a lot from Benny - most recently, courage and dignity in the face of unreasonable fortune.  I hope we will golf and hunt together again someday.

Rod Decksheimer - Edmonton, AB: Our sincerest sympathy to the Benson family and Garry's many friends. What a pleasure is was to know this great man, and I know many in Moose Jaw will sincerely miss him. As I sit here writing this note with tears in my eyes I can't help but think of all the great times Garry provided for many of us in downtown Moose Jaw,  the golf course, the lake and anywhere else we were lucky enough to run into him. We truly have lost a great man. Donna, Sherry and Lorraine, Take care and God Bless, my prayers are with you.

Ed Hourd - Yorkton, SK: I worked with Garry at Reliable for many years and enjoyed every meeting we shared. Garry was always one to offer some levity to the situation. To this day I use some of his sayings. My sincerest sympathies to you Donna and your family.

Bryon Mills - Saskatoon, SK: To the guy who started me down the long & enjoyable trail of bowhunting so many years ago," I'll miss you buddy" !

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