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Joseph Badger:
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Pam Marks:
George Lawrence Benning was born to William Joseph Benning (1852 - 1930) and Imogene N. (Millard) Benning (1854 - 1916) in Boone, Iowa. He had 9 siblings: Nelson, Henry, Lois, Cora, Walter Joseph, Grace, Arthur, Mabel and Lloyd. He was the youngest.
George was married twice, first to Mildred Wilson, and his second marriage to Eileen Constance (Tasker) Benning had Marian Joyce (Benning) Kroetch. He also had a daughter, Lois (Benning) Ewen, from his first marriage to Mildred (Wilson) Benning. His second family lived first in Seattle, then Portland, then in Bremerton Washington, a small port town which grew during WW2. He owned the Chevrolet car dealership in Bremerton.
Micky Reed, the owner of the Reed Chevrolet dealership in Bremerton Washington, was on a local river fishing trip and drowned. Micky's widow, Meeka (who I, his granddaughter knew, since she and my grandmother were friends until they died), sold the dealership to George. He called it Reed-Benning dealership as an homage to Micky. Chevrolet didn't like the fact that a woman (oh lordy, a WOMAN!) sold the dealership on her own so they made new rules. The upshot? When George, my grandfather, died, my grandmother couldn't sell the dealership!
He was very active in the business, social and political components of the community. I know that he was a Freemason and a Shriner, and that he had some strong relationships with State politicians. (Note from his granddaughter: George was good friends with Warren Magnuson, first a US Representative and then a US Senator. Evidently, Magnuson used to spend summers at my grandparent's house - I saw a letter of condolence from him to my grandmother when George died, expressing how much he would miss George and referencing the wonderful summers he spent at their house. Also in their social circle? Names that you would recognize today: the Gates' - yes, that Bill Gates family - the Nordstroms , and more. The Seattle/Bremerton community was small then.) George also was instrumental in establishing the Elks Lodge in Bremerton, and was involved with the creation of the Washington Athletic Club in downtown Seattle. George was also a founding member of the Isaac Evans American Legion Post in Seward, Alaska in 1919.
One cool story about George: He had a bit of real estate in Bremerton and rented these homes to his employees. Upon George's death his will stipulated that the deeds to the homes get passed along to the employees.
Also, the story my Mom (George’s daugher) told me about the homes - the people weren't employees but simply people who lived in Bremerton at the time. Since George was a Mason, he was also involved in charitable activities. Mom said that no one (including family) knew that he had bought (I heard 3) houses for people who had problems paying rent and were going to be evicted. (This was probably around the end of the Depression.) He didn't charge the tenants rent and when he died he left the homes to the tenants. However, my sister (who says she has a copy of George's will), notes that there is no record of any homes being deeded.
Kathy Pinna:
CRAIG ALAN JUE
Craig was born on March 29, 1959, in Fresno, CA. He passed away on Sunday, August 21, 2005, at the age of 46 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Craig was a life long resident of Fresno, CA. He attended Homan Elementary School and graduated from Fresno High School in 1977. Upon graduation he completed his Ophthalmic Dispensing Certification from Canada College in San Mateo, CA, earning designation as fellow from the National Academy of Opticianry.
He was also a registered contact lens fitter. He returned to Fresno and was employed by Kaiser Permanente for the last 15 years. He excelled in his profession earning top sales awards throughout his career. His patients enjoyed his quick smile, his caring and professional attitude.
Craig was an avid golfer and sports fan. He enjoyed cheering for his teams - the Los Angeles Lakers, Saint Louis Rams, and the San Francisco Giants. He had fond memories of attending Giants games with his father. In 1999, he wed the love of his life, Irma R. Fain. Sadly, he passed away one week short of their sixth wedding anniversary.
He is survived by his wife Irma; his parents, Wilson and Irene Jue; his sister, Carrie Todd; his niece, Courtney Pinheiro; his grandmother, Mae Tamura; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. We will miss Craig's quick wit, sense of humor, and steadfast loyalty to family, friends, and his wife. In Celebration of Craig's Life, visitation will be held at Stephens & Bean Chapel on Friday, August 26, 2005, from 2:00 to 7:00 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held at the First Chinese Baptist Church on Saturday, August 27, 2005, at 10:00 a.m. In Craig's honor, remembrances may be made to the First Chinese Baptist Church, Scholarship Fund, 6080 N. Angus, Fresno, CA 93710. STEPHENS & BEAN CHAPEL202 No. Teilman, Fresno (559) 268-9292Lic. #11
- Fresno Bee (Fresno, California) published August 24 - 31, 2005.
Tom Perry:
Mark was the youngest of my sister's and brother. At the time I thought he was perhaps one of the best looking babies I had ever seen back then, I was 13 years old when he came along. He was pretty quiet and reserved his whole life, careful not to make any disturbance or scene. He enjoyed driving around, listening to music, he never liked school and dropped out. He never heard the call of the world beckoning him to leave the nest as me and my siblings had. He stayed home and helped Mom and Dad out around the house. When he fell sick he tried to keep things to him self until the pain was unbearable. I think of you alot Mark. I'm sorry I wasn't there for you. I can only hope the pain has subsided and that you rest in peace. When it's time I hope to see you again.
Michelle Whitman:
Looking for family of Myra (Bennett) farmer - The Myra Bennett we are looking for would have been a single unwed mother around 18 - 20 years old in 1931.
She had her daughter (possibly dubbed "Daisy") at the Pilot Point home, in Denton Texas, and put her daughter up for adoption.
That daughter is now 94 years old, and curious about her bio parentage, but not looking to upset lives, would just like to know a bit more, if possible.
Any reply is appreciated
*May, 2025
Lee Conover:
My Father - My Father was a wonderful Man, he served in three wars and the Bay of Pigs Conflict. He ran the International Hotel and Casino in Saigon during the Viet Nam Conflict. Ten years as a Sheriff in Freehold N.J.. His job was designing Galleys for the U.S. Navy, he was proud of his work, especially his design used on the US Wichita. I remember his stories about crossing the Equator, his youth with his brothers all piling on his old Indian Motorcycle heading to the "Shore", he called every Harley I owned junk and would say find an Old Indian and you'll never break down on the road. I miss him and Mom everyday
Viara Palazova-Radeva:
Hello everyone! My name is Viara. I’m from Bulgaria 🇧🇬. I’m trying to find people, who lived with my uncle Neal Koleshkoff, before his death in 1999…
He was born in Bulgaria in rich family, but he lived and he was a hospital architect in Dearborn Michigan. I hope if someone can help me to find more information about his life and people around him. Thank you 🙏
Anita LeNorman:
Glenda was an angel - Glenda was my stepmom. She was one of the sweetest people you could ever know. She was kind, sweet and loving.
I did manage to see her later in life but later lost touch due to my cancer diagnosis. I hoped she knew that I loved her dearly and still think about her and miss her so much.
Kelley Farr:
Daughter - John H Farr is my father. I have so many memories but I will talk about the family reunion house the farr family built when I was young The house was on a lake with a dock, not sure of the exact town or lake but my memory remembers Buda Tx west of Austin. I know Dad had Family that lived in George Town east of Austin. I was so young I slept in the back of Dads truck, that old white truck he kept forever, at the “lake house” I don’t remember ever sleeping in a bed, however I eventually earned a spot inside on the floor. I remember Uncle David, he was the grill master and Aunt Bea and Grandma Farr, eating huge meals, especially breakfast. If you know what I’m talking about it is a good memory and there are not many of those from childhood. This was probably the early 70’s maybe even late 60’s.