Marjorie "Marge" Benjamin
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Marjorie "Marge" Benjamin

  • May 30, 1919 - September 24, 2011
  • Wichita, Kansas
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“Marge was so loving and always made us feel very special. She will be sorely missed. I know she is with Dave now and I'm sure that makes her happy. ”
1 of 6 | Posted by: Steve and Marcia Wilkey - Wichita, KS

“We are so sorry for your loss, but we are celebrating her life while she was with us here!! Grandma B was always so full of life and such a sweet...Read More » ”
2 of 6 | Posted by: Kathy & Richard Pascuzzi - TX

“Grandma B was a wonderfully sweet and loving woman..always welcoming me with a big hug and kiss...and many strawberry pies. My sincere condolences go...Read More » ”
3 of 6 | Posted by: Jenny Brown - Tucson, AZ

“I have many great memories of Aunt Marge and Uncle David. Out thoughts will be with you on Thursday. ”
4 of 6 | Posted by: Pam Roberts - Longview, TX

“My thought and prayers are with you and your family. I have many memories of Marge. ”
5 of 6 | Posted by: Karen (Hadley) Wever - Tulsa, OK

“i have never met a more gracious, welcoming, friendly, loving person than Marge Benjamin. There is no dimming of the light with her loss, because all...Read More » ”
6 of 6 | Posted by: Kenneth Olson - CA - Nephew


Benjamin, Marjorie L., 92, passed from this life on September 24, 2011. She was born in Arkansas City, KS on May 30, 1919. She was preceded in death by her loving husband and best friend of 55 years, David Benjamin and her younger brother, Jack Hadley. Marge was a graduate of Arkansas City High School in 1937 and in 1939 she received her Teaching Certificate. Marge & Dave were High School and College "sweethearts" and married in 1941. In 1942, they moved to Wichita and Marge spent a life time as a "super" Mom to her three children priding herself in organizing, planning and cooking for family gatherings and being cheerleader at all sporting events. She was active in the Wichita community serving as a PTA President; President of Wichita's Extension Homemakers Unit; active member of Wichita book and bridge clubs; served as Christian Women's Fellowship President and long time member of Riverside Christian Church where she served on the Worship Committee. Marge loved to watch sports and was a loyal supporter of North High, WSU and the Royals. She is survived by her brother Roy (Fran) Hadley of Huntington Beach, CA; her three children: John (Laura) Benjamin of Tulsa, OK; Tom (Candy) Benjamin and Jean (Bryan) Shields of Wichita, KS; six grandchildren, ten great grandchildren, and many beloved nieces and nephews. Marge lived for her family, friends and the laughs and joy they shared will always be remembered. A celebration of life will be held at Riverside Christian Church, 1001 Litchfield Avenue, Wichita, Kansas on September 29, 2011 at 10:00 am. A viewing and visitation for family and friends will be September 28, 6:00 – 7:30 pm at Lakeview Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Marge's honor to Riverside Christian Church, Presbyterian Manor Good Samaritan Fund and Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice.