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Martin Benz Obituary

Benz, Martin J. age 80, Retired CFD member of 34 years, beloved husband of Jeanette (nee Sporer), loving father of David (Anna) and Christina (fiancee Jim), proud grandfather of Matthew and Joseph Benz, dear brother of Muriel Benz, fond brother-in-law and uncle of many. Mr. Benz was the proud founder of his family business. Funeral Wednesday 10:45 am from Smith-Corcoran Funeral Home, 6150 N. Cicero Ave., Chicago to St. Hilary Church for Mass at 11:30 am. Interment Bohemian National Cemetery. Visitation Tuesday 3 to 9 pm. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Rainbow Hospice, 444 N. Northwest Hwy, Suite 145 Park Ridge, IL 60068. Info: 773-736-3833 or www.smithcorcoran.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Oct. 13, 2009.

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Patsy

October 18, 2009

Dearest Jeanette and family,

I'm so sorry about Marty. I didn't know him that well, but I was always posted about how he was doing through Phyl and Carol. It will be difficult, but with the good help of your family, and prayer, you will make it through the hard times.
My Love and Prayers to all.

October 16, 2009

Offering our deepest sympathy during this time. It was a privilege to serve Marty and your family.

The Staff of Rainbow Hospice and Palliative Care

Jude Restis

October 16, 2009

Dear Jeanette, Muriel and family

I'm sorry to hear about my Godfather "Uncle" Marty. He was a great and positive influence on my younger years. My dad (Harold) thought so much of Marty, and always was excited when Marty would come for a visit, and passed that excitement on to us.

I’ll keep Uncle Marty and you all in my prayers.

Love
Jude

Dan Restis

October 15, 2009

Dear Aunt Jeanette, Aunt Muriel, Dave, Christina and family,

I’m so sorry to hear about Uncle Marty. I have such fond memories of Uncle Marty from my childhood. He was always happy to flex his muscles to show me how strong he was..... I thought he was “Superman.” And he was ..... Uncle Marty was a super man. He will be missed but not forgotten...

Love to all,

Dan Restis

October 15, 2009

I worked with Marty for several years on the fire department. He was a great guy and will be sorely missed. Robert and Elaine Greifelt (Chicago, IL)

Margie-Rose Dalton

October 13, 2009

My Sympathy to your family, Tom Dalton's daughter and her two sons:
Margie-Rose Dalton,
Carl D. Ohlman,
Thomas K Ohlman.

Sharon Rodda/Matiya

October 13, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Sorry we couldn't make the services. I remember Marty, but haven't seen him in many years. Just know that you are all in our thoughts.
Sincerely,
Sharon Rodda (Matiya)

Bill Britt

October 13, 2009

Dear Dave, Christina and Mrs. Benz,
I was very sorry to hear the news. My family and I are unable to attend the funeral or the wake, but please know we will say a prayer for you and your father.
I didn't know him that well, but I do know he was a very good man.
Sincerely,
Bill Britt and family

NORBERT JOHNSON

October 13, 2009

I WENT TO AMUNDSEN HIGH SCHOOL WITH MARTY AND LATER HAD FREQUENT CONTACTS
AS A FELLOW REAL ESTATE BROKER.
MARTY WAS A GREAT GUY AND WILL BE MISSED.

The Green Team of Rainbow Hospice

October 13, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Rejeena Logan

October 13, 2009

Christina,

Mr. Benz loved his family and friends. Isaiah 26:9 gives us hope that he will be resurrected back to life on earth. Oh what a happy time that will be.

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