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Benjamin F. "Buster" Piper

Benjamin Piper Obituary

Piper, Benjamin "Buster" F. native of Detroit and longtime Chicago resident passed away on Thursday, December 18, 2003 at age 67. His immediate family members survive him. The viewing will be held Monday, December 22, 2003, 3 to 9 p.m. at Wallace Funeral Home in Broadview, IL. Services will be held Tuesday, December 23, 2003. Visitation 10 a.m. and funeral 11 a.m. at Trinity United Church of Christ in Chicago. Donations can be made to Trinity United Church of Christ, Men's Conference Scholarship Fund; United Negro College Fund; or General Alumni Association, Inc. of Fisk University.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 22, 2003.

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Aflreda Vaughn-Robinson

May 17, 2004

I first met Ben in 1972 at Breadbasket Commercial Association. I never knew that his nickname was "Buster", which gave me a chuckle when I read it in Elaine's E-Mail. I always found him to be polite and readily receptive to a good laugh and never offended when we played jokes on him. During these past four (5) years, I met Ben often leaving the building at 53 West Jackson and he always took the time to greet me like the big brother with a giant hug. He always extended his hellos and concerns for my family. Learning of his transition was truly unexpected for me. Last I saw he was the picture of health, looking like he did the first day that I met him. My memories of him will always be good, which to many I'm sure I will share.



Alfreda Vaughn-Robinson & Family

Elaine Hines

May 15, 2004

I knew Ben, Brenda, Bryan, Becki, Bradley (the 5 B's) for over 20 years. Ben & I have been co-workers, friends and his family was my family. I apologize for entering my remarks so late, but I have been Afghanistan for the last 10 months (still here) and found out quite late about his death. I extend my condolences to the family. May God continue to keep His Arms around you all. I love you all very much.

Robert Randall

January 15, 2004

I feel honored to have met Benjamin Piper. His daughter, Becki Piper Hall, and I are members of the same profession--we are both actuaries. He brought distinction to his profession as an accountant just as she does to hers.

Theresa Topps Williams

January 5, 2004

To The Family of Mr. Benjamin Piper,

I work at Michael Reese Hospital, ICU Secretary, sorry for the late entry. Although I did not know Mr. Piper or his family. I felt a warm welcome to have known him for the little time I did. As I told his family he reminded me of my father, a very strong man. May God Bless and Comfort you at your time of sorrow.



May you all have a Blessed New Year.

Again, God Bless.

Yvonne and Mickey Peterson

December 23, 2003

Our deepest sympathy to all of you! I am so happy Mickey got to see his grandfather during the Thanksgiving Holiday. God Bless you all. Lots of love, Yvonne and Mickey

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