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Edward Benjamin Obituary

Benjamin, Edward age 96, beloved husband for 67 years of Florence (nee Leibovitz), loving father of Wayne (Susan) Benjamin and Bonnie (James) Graham, proud grandfather of Michael and David Benjamin, Dr. Diana (Stephen Olshansky), Amy (Suzanne Gurland) and Aaron Graham, dear brother of Harriett (Harold) Warren, the late Ida Sabath and Meyer Benjamin. Donations may be made to Bonnie's Book Foundation or Charity of Choice. The family invites relatives and friends to a reception on Sunday, September 5, from 2 to 5 p.m., at the home of Bonnie and Jim.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Sep. 2 to Sep. 5, 2004.

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Carolyn Shear

September 3, 2004

Dear Bonnie, Jim and Family,

I send my heartfelt sympathy to you in the loss of your wonderful father, grandfather. No time is a good time when someone is so loved.

Love,

Carolyn Shear

Helen Jon

September 2, 2004

Dear Bonnie and Family,

Our most sincere condolences to you and your family. Your father was very special to us and he will be truly missed. Cherish your memories. Much love,

Helen, Jon and Family

Jim Graham

September 2, 2004

A warm, reluctant farewell to a wonderful father-in-law, respected as a self-made man who had a long, long life and felt a sense of completion. He was devoted to Florence, his wife of 67 years and childhood sweetheart. We will miss you, Ed.

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