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Benvernetta Jamison Obituary

Jamison, Benvernetta Sneed owner/operator of the "75th & Stoney Island Newstand" and "The Wash Tub" Laundromat (1526 E. 75th St.), passed away in her Chatham home on Wednesday, October 22, 2003 after a brief hospitalization for Colon Cancer. She was known by many on the Southeast side including "Jackson Park Hospital" doctors, administrators, employees ;an;d patients as "Ben" or "The Paper Lady", because of her good nature, daily deliveries of newspapers, magazines and other related paraphernalia as well as proprietor of a clean and friendly Laundromat form the mid seventies until 1996 after the death of her husband and businees partner Wilbur Jamison, a retired Chicago Police Sergeant. This family was blessed with one son, Lawrence "Pookie" Sneed, also a Chicago Police Sergeant, one daughter-in-law, Yvonne Sneed, two granddaughters, Lanetta and Glenda Sneed and two great-grand daughters, Taylor and Makayla, six surviving sisters and four brothers and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and loved ones. She was also preceded in death by her mother, father, stepfather, one brother and one sister. Homegoing services will be held on Tuesday, October 28 at Valley Kingdom Ministries International, 1102 E. 154th St., South Holland, IL, 60473 (708)331-3511, wake 10 to 11 a.m. Funeral 11 a.m. to 12, St, Jude Police Ceremony will be at 10:30 a.m. Burial will be at Cedar Park Cemetery, 12540 S. Halsted immediately following services. Carter Funeral Home in charge, 2100 East 75th St., Chicago.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Oct. 26, 2003.

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Gloria Hanna

October 30, 2003

Larry, my sincerest condolences go out to you and your family. I am sorry I was unable to make the services, but I was out of town.

Jessie Lee

October 28, 2003

On behalf of President Anthony Scott and the members and staff of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE) I extend our deepest condolences to the Sneed family. I trust that you will remember the good times that you shared with Mrs. Jamison and that you will cherish those memories.

Eyvonna Hemphill

October 27, 2003

Larry & Yvonne, my family expresses their sincere condolences at the passing of "Mom". We too feel the loss, sorrow, pain and the void in missing Mom. She was a jewel and our mighty Lord saw fit to welcome her home. I encourage you to look to the hills for strength during this time and know that God makes no mistake. Everything is done in divine order. Hold on to your wonderful memories and the love Mom gave unconditionally. Our prayers are with you and your family. Know that your friends are there for you. May God be with you, Yvonne, and the girls. May He strengthen you all during this troubled time. Love Eyvonna

Brenda Jamison Bevineau

October 27, 2003

Beloved family, my love and prayers are with you at this sad time. My dear aunt will always be a treasured memory.

Charles&Sharon Renne Saunders

October 26, 2003

Larry, my husband and I were very sad to hear about the loss of your mother. Miss Ben was a very special person, devoted mother and grandmother. She was hands on businesswoman, who valued education and hard work. Your mother always made me feel my children, Milda and Chad were important to her. She wanted Lanetta to do well at St Dorothy and St Ignatius and Lanetta did well. I saw Glenda in the Jewel near 76th. She has grown into a beautiful intelligent young woman.You and Yvonne must be very proud of them. Your mother also gave me many many hints on how to make my clothes cleaner using her machines. Miss Ben was a good person who will be missed by us all. We will keep your family lifted up in prayer.

Runell Collins-Lacy

October 26, 2003

Sorry to hear of the passsing of your mother. She was a jewel to all of us. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during your mourning period.

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