Search by Name

Search by Name

FUNERAL HOME

The Springs Funeral Services - Platte

3115 E. Platte Avenue

Colorado Springs, Colorado

Raymond Benner Obituary

September 17, 1930 - May 24, 2008 Our beloved father, grandfather & great- grandfather died May 24, 2008 in Colorado Springs, CO at the age of 77. He was born in Franklinville, NC to Connie & Nellie Benner. He also lived in FL from 1962 on until moving to GA in the mid 1980's. Raymond served proudly in the US Navy as a young man. He went on to have a lifelong career in the airline business beginning with Northeast Airlines and retiring from Delta Airlines. Raymond married Blanche Marie Fidler who preceded him in death in 1999; together they had three children, Kevin E. Benner of West Palm Beach, FL, Debra A. Mazza of Colorado Springs, CO and Raymond L. Benner of Margate, FL. He is also survived by 5 grandchildren and 1 great-grandson. Memorial Services and inurnment will be held at Our Lady Queen of Heaven Cemetery, 1500 South State Road 7, North Lauderdale FL on Friday, June 21, 2008 at 3:00 PM.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Gazette on Jun. 10, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Raymond Benner

Not sure what to say?





Kevin Benner

October 19, 2008

Happy Birthday Mom. Today is your first birthday celebration with Dad since you had to leave us. I know it was a very happy celebration!
We all love you both so very much and will always miss you until we meet again.
Love,
Kevin.

Kevin Benner

September 16, 2008

Happy Birthday Dad. Your first birthday since you have been gone. You are missed so much by everybody that loved you and we miss you as much today as the day you left us.
I Love & Miss You Dad,
your son Kevin.

Ron Moser

July 1, 2008

To the Benner Family,
I only workd with Rick for a very short time, he was always a gentleman. A fair and honest man to all who knew him, may God reach out to this kind man.

Ron Gwynn

June 21, 2008

Ricky was my Supervisor when I was a young man working the ticket counter in Fll. I learned alot from him and he was great to work for. I will never forget him and his family should be so proud of the the way he touched his fellow employees and friends........Ron Gwynn

Steve Evans

June 21, 2008

Rick was my supervisor in FLL. We all loved working for him as he made coming to work fun and enjoyable. He was a good and honest man. We wish his family the very best during this sad time.

Will Ripple

June 20, 2008

While I didn't have the opportunity to work directly with Rick much, I will always remember him as a friendly, cheerful guy with a positive attitude. I think Rick was an inspiration to the younger Delta employees and a terrific role model. It was an honor to have been associated with him.

virginia Sabourin

June 20, 2008

THe world is alot lonlier without Rick, a well loved, respected supervisor from Northeast days and then Delta days..Work was always a pleasure when Rick was on duty. He will be truly missed. My sincere regrets for the loss of this dear soul..

Roger Byers

June 20, 2008

I was very sad to hear of "Rick's" passing. I had the pleasure of working with Rick in Ft. Lauderdale at Northeast and Delta Air Lines. Rick was a true gentleman and well respected by all who worked with him. I would like to express my deepest sympathy to his family.

Bill Riggle

June 20, 2008

I have not had contact with Mr. Benner (Rick) since we worked together for years in FLL. My memories of him are of a kind, considerate, fair and respectful man with integrity. The world has lost a good man and Heaven is now an even better place.
My condolences to his Family and Friends
Bill Riggle

Ilene & Carl Kidd

June 16, 2008

Our condolences to the entire Benner family. As friends of Kevin & BJ, we spent time with Ray & Blanche when they visited here in Fla. and when we were in Ga. They opened up their home to us as if we were their own children and we will never forget how sweet, loving & kind they were to us.

Kevin Benner

June 15, 2008

Dad, Happy father's Day.
Right about now I would be calling you to wish you a happy Father's Day and finding out what you were planning to do. You and Deb & the kids might be going over to Cracker Barrel or Red Lobster or maybe just going over to Deb's to have the cold cut platter that you enjoy.
I will 'call you' every Father's day to see how you are doing, just like I do on Mother's Day to talk to Mom.
Love You Dad,
Kevin.

Loretta McMasters

June 12, 2008

Kevin, Debra, & Raymond I loved my brother,Raymond so very much and this hurts so much and I know it is so hard on all of you. Glenn and I will keep you in our prayers. We are going to see his beautiful smile again when God calls each one of us home. Love Loretta

Libby Hurley

June 12, 2008

Uncle Raymond was such a special man to me.Although we did not get to see nearly enough of each other I was always blessed because I knew he was there.I will miss him terribly but now I know he is home with the rest of his family still looking after all of us.All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.Love all of you.
Libby McMasters Hurley

Victor Fernandez

June 11, 2008

Kevin, Debra, & Raymond,

I will always treasure the memories of your dad while we were all young kids. It's been many years since I've seen you, but I can still remember, your dad teaching Kevin & I how to best set-up the vibrating metal football game so the Packers would beat the Colts. Those were the best of times back in Hialeah. May God give you strength at this difficult time in your lives.

Vic

Jim & Terri Cox

June 11, 2008

We were deeply saddened in hear of Ricky's passing. We held him in high regard and felt privileged to have worked with him in Fll and to call him friend. Our prayers are with you. Love, Jim & Terri (Martin) Cox

Howie Gardiner

June 11, 2008

Benner Family,
Rick was a fine, gentle man, respectful to all. Working with him as a new employee gave all a good role model to follow. My prayers are with you.

Gerry & Judy Welter

June 11, 2008

We will sadley miss your Father as he was like one to us. Our prayers are with you at this time.

Barbara Hubbard

June 11, 2008

I have so many fond memories
working with "Rick" as we called
him in FLL. He was a real gentleman. I am so sorry for your loss. I'm sure you will miss
him dearly.

Jane & Craig Beagle

June 10, 2008

Kevin, Debra & Raymond,
You all sure lost a great father. I was so sorry to hear about this. He was a dear uncle to me. I use to love to hear him laugh & he had a great smile. I will miss him greatly.

Cherish the time you all had with him. Our thoughts & prayers are with all of you.

Cousin Jane.

Showing 1 - 19 of 19 results

Make a Donation
in Raymond Benner's name

Memorial Events
for Raymond Benner

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

The Springs Funeral Services - Platte

3115 E. Platte Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO 80909

How to support Raymond's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services, and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Raymond Benner's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more