Kiefer: Lewis Benjamin
In his 91st year, a veteran of WWII, serving with the Royal Hamilton Light Infantry, Dad passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 28, 2015. at Birch Trail, Parkview Meadows,Townsend. The loved father of four children: Nancy of Hamilton, Sara Jane (Wayne) of Ilderton, Martin (Joanne) of Simcoe and Richard of Hamilton. Predeceased by his siblings Lola, Donald and Helen. A devoted husband to Peggie (d1986) for 25+ years, they raised their family in Hagersville.
In 1989, Dad remarried to Joan (nee Phillips).They spent over 26 years traveling and enjoying life together as best friends and partners. In these last years, Joan has been a dedicated and loving caretaker for Dad. Dad was much loved by both families and was a kind and loving person to his grandchildren, who were his pride and joy.
The family would like to extend their gratitude and appreciation to the staff of Birch Trail at the Parkview Meadows residence for the high quality of care, support, and love they gave to our father these past months, and to Diny for her patience and perseverance in difficult circumstances.
The family will honour his life visitation at the Hyde & Mott Chapel of R.H.B. Anderson Funeral Homes Ltd., 60 Main St. S., Hagersville on Thursday from 6-8 p.m. Funeral service will be held at St. Paul's Anglican Church, 65 Talbot St E., Jarvis, on May 1, 2015 at 11 a.m. Interment of cremated remains to follow at Greenwood Cemetery, Springvale.
Condolences
Posted by
Kim Hughson (Shaw)
on
Apr 28th, 2015
We are so sorry to hear of Ben's passing. My mom Edna Shaw (Hurst) was a first cousin to Ben and his siblings. She always had fond memories of visiting family in Hagersville. Mom passed away Feb. 14, 2015 and my dad Tom Shaw passed away April 9, 2015. May all your good memories of Ben stay with you. Our thoughts are with you. Kim and Allan Hughson and family (St Thomas)
Posted by
Don Herries & Lori Brown
on
Apr 29th, 2015
Martin & family,
Please accept our sincere sympathy in the loss of you Dad. Our thoughts are truly with you at this time.
Don Herries & Lori Brown
Posted by
Dianne & Dwight Schurr
on
Apr 29th, 2015
Please accept our deepest sympathy. He was such a kind and gentle man. Our prayers are with Joan and
the family.
Posted by
Deb Smith
on
Apr 29th, 2015
Hi Joan and Family please except my condolences Joan you touched my life a few weeks ago at Birch Trail when my Aunt Velma was in her final days and on the day of her passing I will never forget your kind words and that hand on my shoulder at a difficult time we all miss her stories Ithink you will know who i am for weeks I watched you care for your hubby with so much love and care so many forget when this horrible disease appears and can't handle seeing there loved one fade away but you my dear were so dedicated I will always admire your strength may God Bless you always Deb Smith
Posted by
Barry & Cathe Vermeersch
on
Apr 30th, 2015
Hi Martin and Joanne,
Sincere condolences to you and your family. May the strenght of your family and friends help you find peace at this most difficult time.
B&C
Posted by
Larrie & Marj
on
Apr 30th, 2015
We're both so sorry for the loss of your father Sara, our sincerest condolences to you, Wayne and the family during this difficult time.
Posted by
Sherri & Richard Ladosz & family
on
Apr 30th, 2015
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your father, father-in-law and grandfather. Plese know that you and your extended family are in our thoughts & prayers.
Sincerely,
Richard, Sherri & family
Posted by
Dan and Claudia Labrozzi
on
May 1st, 2015
We are very sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. Sincere condolences to you, Joanne and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Sincerely, Dan and Claudia Labrozzi
Posted by
Dean Shantz
on
May 1st, 2015
Hi Martin,
Sincere condolences to you and your family. May fond memories and the love of family and friends sustain you during this difficult time.
Dean Shantz
Posted by
Lucy & Dom DiBartolomeo & family
on
May 1st, 2015
Martin, Joanne & family
We would like to express our sincere condolences on the loss of your father, father-in-law and grandfather. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Lucy & Dom DiBartolomeo & family
Posted by
Liz Hercun and Rupert Grigull
on
May 4th, 2015
Our sincere and heartfelt condolences to you Joan and your family.
Liz and Rupert
Posted by
Sara
on
Jul 31st, 2015
I would like to thank everyone, on behalf of my family, for your very kind and meaningful words. The following poem by Chief Dan George captures Dad so well,and I wish to share it with you: "May the stars carry your sadness away, May the flowers fill your heart with beauty, May hope forever wipe away your tears, And, above all, may your silence make you strong". We will always remember the special gift that Dad gave us in his gentle presence and unfailing love. We love you forever, Dad.
Sara, Nancy, Martin and Richard xoxoxoxo
