Beatrice Benbow

Beatrice (Bea) Benbow 57, a lifelong resident of Edgewood, passed away peacefully Sept. 1. She is survived by her husband of 29 years, Mike; daughters, Jennifer Christenson, Jamie Osborn (and

Carl) and son Jimmy Lovell (and Monica). She was the grandma of six: Justin, Jordan, Jesse, Kaylee, Shylynn and Carolus; and the great-grandma of six; sister-in-law to Jack and Della Rector; She was also survived by nephews, Shawn Rector (and Ness), Jason Rector (and Shantell), David Ellis (and Elise), Ron Ellis (and Diane) and Sonny Benbow (and Diane); nieces, April Cordova, Sara Kern (and Phil); and numerous great-nieces and nephews. Bea was previously employed for 15 years at MES in Student Nutritional Services. Prior to her employment with the school district many may remember her from the Corner Store in Edgewood, where she always greeted her customers by their name. She loved her community and enjoyed camping, thrifting, going for a ride on “Eleanor,” just spending time with family and her garden. She was a dedicated, generous, loving and caring person, who will be missed dearly. Rest in peace beautiful lady, until we all meet again. Your loving family.