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Benjamin Remington Obituary

Benjamin Douglas Remington, 36, went to be with his Lord and Savior June 11, 2013 following a courageous battle with cancer and a stem cell transplant. Ben was born June 30, 1976 to Bonnie Wehde Saenz and Douglas Remington in Alta, Iowa. He attended grade school In Cherokee, Iowa and completed his H.S. education in Brush, Colorado. In 1996, Ben moved to Colorado Springs where he met and married his wife of 13 years. Ben and his family resided in Colorado Springs for the next ten years. Ben was co-owner of Full Armor Construction in C/S and employed by Direct TV in Hawaii. Ben dedicated his life to his family, friends and relationship with the Lord. He was a self proclaimed "Jesus Freak." Ben demonstrated his love for Jesus Christ by facilitating men's groups, by volunteering his time, testament, and talents, by investing in relationships and by spreading God's word. Ben used his God given talents and passion for helping others on mission trips to Mexico and Mississippi. His love for the Lord was contagious. Ben's kind, gentle, loving spirit drew others to him and allowed him to share what the Lord had done in his life. As a testament to his obedience, Ben moved his family to Hawaii in 2010 where God continued to minister in and through him. In Nov. 2012, Ben learned his cancer had returned. He moved to Phoenix to begin treatment at the Mayo Clinic with the support of his parents who both resided there. Ben lost his courageous battle, while in remission from Lymphoma, to complications from a stem cell transplant. Ben is survived by his wife Suzy, son Gage, daughters Acenia and Zalina, sister Brooke Remington of Colorado Springs, parents Bonnie and Paul Saenz of Maricopa, Arizona and Doug and Cindy Remington of Prescott Valley, Arizona, mother-in-law Diane Roybal, in-laws Lina and Jeremiah, Mona and Tim, nieces Taea, Mya and nephew Elijah, grandparents Emelda and Barry as well as extended family and friends. Ben is preceded in death by grandparents Gus and Marcella Wehde of Early, Iowa and Earl and Dorothy Remington of Arapahoe, Nebraska. A celebration of Ben's life will be held at 1pm on Saturday, June 29th at Rocky Mountain Calvary Chapel, 4285 N. Academy Blvd, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80918. There will be a time of fellowship following the service. The family requests casual (jeans, shorts, t-shirts, flip flops) or Hawaiian attire. Arrangements entrusted to Rocky Mountain Calvary Chapel.

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Published by The Gazette on Jun. 21, 2013.

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June 30, 2013

From a distant cousin -- my thoughts and prayers are with your family. God will give peace and sustain you. Love, Lois

Stacey

June 27, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with Suzy and their children, for Bonnie and the rest of Ben's family. Ben will live on thru all the lives he has touched.... forever ~ May Jesus comfort you all.

Agustin Rodriguez

June 26, 2013

A tragic loss. I remember Ben to be a great man, an amazing father and a loving husband. My sincerest condolences to Suzy and his children for this loss.

June 25, 2013

My deepest condolences to the family. May your faith keep you strong and get you through this dificult time. You are not alone. Ben left a legacy of faith and love, an example for all to follow. Praise God for Ben and his witness. Carolyn Binninger, New York.

Gem & Family

June 24, 2013

Our sincere condolences to the Remington family and friends during this time of sorrow. May the God of all comfort bring peace to your hearts through His Word at
Psalm 9:9,10.

Angie Aydelott

June 24, 2013

Ben was a great friend. There were a lot of laughs when he was around. He left a mark on many people. You will not be forgotten Ben. Prayers for your family in this hard time.

Estella Vigil

June 23, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bless you.
Leonard and Estella Vigil and family

Leslie Braswell

June 22, 2013

Another Soldier of the Lord joining God's heavenly army. May Jesus hold Ben in HIS arms until you can all once again hold him in yours! With love and prayers to your whole family...

Andrew Courtright

June 22, 2013

I knew Ben as a young boy. We played together as kids in Cherokee, ia. He was full of life and always happy. I am glad to see he has made such a lasting impact in this world. I am deeply sorry for your loss. God bless Ben and his family.

Rebecca Rediess/McMullen

June 22, 2013

I remember ben in high school always made us smile and laugh. My thoughts and prayers to all of you. Rest in peace Ben. Sending lots of love from Brush,Colorado.

Cam Hatch

June 22, 2013

Sorry for your loss. I think about all of you often. Ben loved it down at the park when he was a little guy. Our girls could not wait for Susan to get them to your house when you watched them.

Jeneria Bennett-Burgardt

June 21, 2013

Oh my...no words. I had no idea about Ben's battle with cancer. Sounds like he led a full, positive life and with his strong belief in our Lord, he is at a happy resting place. Prayers and condolences for his friends and family. R.I.P. my Brush High school friend.

jenny price

June 21, 2013

God bless and keep you Ben, I wish we could have met. Bonnie and family I wish you peace and joy in your future. All my love, Jenny Ringgenberg Price

Amy Strahmann

June 21, 2013

I'm so sorry to hear about Ben passing my thoughts and prayers are with the family .I will never forget Ben he was a great kid in School always made people laugh.

June 21, 2013

my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Theresa B

Patt Hultman

June 21, 2013

Ben I hope you can feel our arms around your parents, they need us so much right now, please guide them to some calmness in their lives, they miss you so much. You will be missed by everyone that had the opportunity to know you and love you.
Patt

Heather OLeary

June 21, 2013

From Dorian, Heather, and Alyssa... Ben we thank the Lord for you laughter, for your sense of humor, for your kindness, for the friendship He allowed us to have.. but most of all for YOU!! And we can not wait until we get to forever hang out... have no idea what that is gonna look like-- but we do know that we will never miss you again <3 To the family... we will continue to pray for you, and each one of us are here for each one of you -- anytime anyday <3 We love you all too!!

Chris Mackiewicz

June 21, 2013

Ben will be in peaceful paradise forever. May God bless you all Suzy, Gage, Acenia, Brooke, and all other family, as this is a loss you will definitely feel deeply. May God carry you on on eagle's wings, securely in the Palm of His hand.

June 21, 2013

I will never forget this wonderful man! I loved serving in the nursery at RMC with him, he was so great with the babies! It was a blessing to have known him. The whole family is great, what a legacy you left behind! Enjoy the time with your Lord and Savior Ben and so glad there is no more pain for you and that you are new in Him!

Tammy Lopez

June 20, 2013

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

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