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Lewis Benson

Lewis Benson

August 16, 2008

Lewis Benson
Benson, Lewis; at Louise Marshall Hospital, Mount Forest on Saturday August 16th, 2008. Lewis Douglas Benson of Mount Forest in his 79th year. Beloved husband of the late Vivian (Rice) Benson. Loved father of Dwight Benson & wife Cathy of Mount Forest, Kent Benson & wife Agnes of Kenilworth and Dianne Hill & husband Steve of Mount Forest. Loving grandfather of Michele Kleinsteuber & husband John of Mount Forest, Mark Benson & Christina of Sarnia, Christian Benson & wife Starla of London, Tyler Benson of Kenilworth, Blake Benson of Kenilworth and Tyson Hill of Mount Forest. Loving great grandfather of Jenna and Jake Kleinsteuber and Mitchell and Trace Benson. Friends may call at the Hendrick Funeral Home, Mount Forest on Tuesday from 2:00 to 4:00 & 7:00 to 9:00p.m. The funeral service will be held at First Baptist Church, Mount Forest on Wednesday August 20th at 1:00p.m. Interment at Mount Forest Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Children 's Wish Foundation or First Baptist Church Building Fund would be appreciated by the family. On line condolences may be made at www.hendrickfuneralhome.com

Condolences

sorry to hear about the passing of your father. will remember you in prayer. roy and lorna

— roy dreaning, August 26, 2008

We were sorry to hear of your father's passing. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Bill & Diane

— Bill & Diane Dineen, August 17, 2008

Dwight, Cathy, Michele, Mark and Chris, I am so sorry for your loss. I will be thinking of you. Love Tamara

— Tamara, January 1, 2010

Dwight, Cathy, Starla & Chris: So sorry to hear the passing of your father/grandfather. These next few days are always so sad because it's difficult to say good bye but remember instead the good times, the happy days, how he shaped your lives and the lives of others. My thoughts are with you as you carry on.

— Willa Wick, August 18, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.

— , January 1, 2010

Dwight, Cathy & family - I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you. Love, Jo Chapman & Jesse

— , January 1, 2010

We wish to convey our deepest sympathy to all the family.Lew will be sincerely missed by all his racing friends.

— Pat & Stu Bolender, August 18, 2008

I offer my sincere condolences to the family of Lewis. I knew him many years ago when I was shoeing horses for him. I met him in the paddock at Grand River last year and he remembered when I worked for him. May the Lord give comfort and strength in the coming days , weeks and months. Chaplain Ken Carter

— Chaplain Ken Carter, Mohawk Raceway, August 18, 2008

My deepest sympathy to all! Please tell Dwight that I'm still training a colt by Family Firm out of a D J Jackson full sister to Downright Darlin but the big galoot has decided to pace and can do it pretty quick and is about ready to qualify!

— Philip P Stewart, August 18, 2008

To Kent, Agnes and Family. You have my deepest sympathy in the loss of your dad, He was a great ambassador for all of us at the local racetracks. He will be sadly missed by everyone that came in contact with him. Remember all the good times and cherish them with every passing day,He may be gone but never forgotten

— Burt Newman, August 18, 2008

Dwight, Kathy and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time in your lives. Always cherish the wonderful memories your Dad left to each of you over the years.

— Marg & Jim Stortz, August 18, 2008

Dear Benson Family, We were very sorry to hear about Lew's passing. Our deepest sympathy to all of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Gary and Sharon

— Gary & Sharon Sothern, August 19, 2008

To Dwight and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sadness May God Bless. Larry, Carrie Noble and Family

— Larry & Carrie Noble, August 19, 2008

Diane, Steve, Dwight, Kathy, Kent and Agnes, We just heard the sad news of the passing of your father. We know how sad of a time this can be, but try to focus on many wonderful memories you must have. Our thoughts are with you. John and Julie

— John and Julie Benns, August 20, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are for all of you as you find peace in your souls knowing that Jesus prepared the way for each of us.

— , January 1, 2010

Dear Family, Our deepest condolences to your family at this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Warmest regards Bill & Judy

— Bill & Judy Gerber, August 21, 2008

Dianne: Sorry to hear about your dad. Our thoughts are with you and your extended family.

— Ruth (Mather) Halford, August 23, 2008




Contact Info

294 Main Street South
P.O. Box 38, Mount Forest
Ontario, Canada N0G 2L0
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