Eldon Ray Benyshek, was born on August 15, 1928, Concordia, KS to Steven and Olive Benyshek. He grew up in Cuba, Kansas a community where his father was a Banker, Insurance agent and later a Carpenter. He had two brothers, Robert and Steve. When Eldon was 3 ½ years old, scarlet fever robbed him of his hearing in both ears and he became deaf. He attended grade school and high school in Cuba, KS earning his scholarship to college. He displayed great talent as an artist during his school years and his desire was to be a commercial artist. With the help of hearing aids, Eldon enrolled at Bethany College, Lindsborg, KS, majoring in Painting/Commercial Art and graduated with a B.F.A. Degree. Shortly after his graduation, he was hired by The Boeing Company and became a Commercial Artist and later was a Lead in his group of 12 people. During his employment, he married and soon had four children: one son, David (Laura) Benyshek of Simi Valley, CA; daughters, Tammy (Don) Arnold of Andover, Tracy (Scott) Kiser of Wichita, KS, and Denita Benyshek of North Bend, WA. Eldon retired from Boeing after 39 years of service and took up the hobbies of playing golf, camping, fishing, boating, traveling and model ship building. After eight years of enjoyment, he was diagnosed with tremors which began to limit his hobbies. He continued to enjoy his retirement life with grandsons; Jake, Cole, Michael and Jack Benyshek of Simi Valley, CA., and Hans Van Wyck of North Bend, WA., and his granddaughters; Lauren and Megan Kiser of Wichita. Visitation will be Monday April 8th 2013 from 1-7 and family will receive friends from 5-7, funeral services will be 10:00 Tuesday all at Hillside Funeral Home East. Inurnment will be Wednesday at the National Bohemian Cemetery District 13 in Cuba, KS. Memorial may be made to: American Cancer Society.
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April 18, 2013
Denita Benyshek
Thank you to everyone for sharing memories of our father and sympathy for our loss. He was an extraordinary and special man and we were lucky to have him as a father. His affect on our lives will be enduring.
April 11, 2013
Carl Montford
I worked with Benny for many years at Boeing, always a joy to be with, and very talented in technical illustration. In the early days of Boeing, when layoffs started, Benny was working in an illustration group, and his bosses had their office separated by glass windows from the worker bees. Benny would lip read who was next on the layoff list and would alert them before the bosses could come out and tell them, they later covered the windows.
April 10, 2013
Cecilia "Cec" Cole-Mamenta
To the family I want to express my sympathy on the loss of your loved one. I worked with "Beny" for 11 years in Graphics at Boeing. He was such a sweet and kind man...I always remembered him. In fact, I saw him at a Graphics luncheon about a year and a half ago and we visited at that time. He was a wonderful co-employee and such a joy to be around. May God rest his soul and give each of his family and friends comfort.
April 10, 2013
Christine Martin
Denita, I offer condolences on your loss. I didn't see the notice in time to attend the service. I've thought of you often over the 40 years since high school. I came across a drawing of yours recently. Wishing you and yours peace and happiness. Chris Martin (Campbell) [email protected]
April 9, 2013
Elaine Clampitt
Benny's family, I am so sorry for your loss. Your Dad and Grandpa was the sunshine of my time with Boeing Graphics Department. So caring. Fun. Fantastic listener regardless of any disability. Talent - I almost forgot to mention. Keep him close with your memories.
April 8, 2013
Richard Powell
Tracy and Family,
I briefly spoke with your your father (Eldon) only a few times and found him full on energy, spunk and enjoyable to visit with. I'm sorry to see him pass but will always remember him for his laughter and good humor
April 8, 2013
Craig Bally
I have so many fond memories of Benny. He loved telling stories and I always loved listening. I will never forget his laugh. He will be missed by many.
April 8, 2013
Diana Kitch
Denita and family: I got to meet Mr. Benyshek a few years back. He exuded sweetness. I am sorry for your loss and know he will be missed.
April 8, 2013
Brenda (Hill) Adkins
Denita,
I have fond memories of your dad when we used to hang out at your house between play practices at South. He was a most kind and gentle man and I'm sure he had a profound influence on you as you were always just like him.
My thoughts and prayers are with you, you son and your family. May God bless.
April 7, 2013
Walt Garner
worked with Benny for 20 years at Boeing he was one of the good guys proud to call him a friend he will be missed
April 7, 2013
Barb Scott
I have fond memories, and "war stories" involving "Bennie" and proposal making while we were at The Boeing Company. The thought of him brings me a smile. I feel honored to have known him.
April 7, 2013
DAVID, TAMMY AND TRACY - MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH ALL OF YOU. I TRULY LOVED YOUR DAD, HE WAS ALWAYS SO HAPPY AND HAD A SMILE ON HIS FACE. GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU! VICCI BLANKENSHIP
April 5, 2013
BJ W
My deepest thoughts I send to the family during this time. God promises in the future all ears of the Deaf ones will be unstoppabled. Isaiah 35:5
BJ
April 5, 2013
Jenny Bluml
Tracy, I was so glad I got to meet your Dad. He is a kind, sweet man. Our hearts are with you and your family. Jenny & Randy Bluml
April 4, 2013
Jacalyn Strong
Eldon was a kind man and wonderful father. Though he will be greatly missed I hope it offers some comfort to know he is at peace with God.
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