1989
2012
Brett A. Benien, age 22, of Napoleon, Ohio, died Friday morning from injuries sustained in a single car accident at Co. Rd. 13 and Co. Rd. U-2. Born September 25, 1989 in Wauseon, Ohio the son of Allan and Deb (Gibson) Benien, who survives of Napoleon.
Brett worked for the KAMCO Industries of West Unity, Ohio. He graduated from Wauseon High School in 2007.
Surviving also is one daughter Madalee D. Benien, Napoleon, Ohio; one brother Thomas Benien, Napoleon, Ohio; three sisters Allyssia Benien, Wauseon, Ohio, Samara Benien, Napoleon, Ohio, Tasondra Harrington, Montpelier, Ohio; grandparents Roger Benien Sr., Charles and Trula Tanier, Delta, Ohio and Edward and Teri Gibson of Virginia. One niece Bailey Booth and one nephew Benjamin Booth also survive.
He was preceded in death by his grandmother Barbara Benien.
Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the Christ United Methodist Church, Napoleon , Ohio, Rev. Russell Shaeffer, officiating. Interment will be made in Riverview Memory Gardens, rural Defiance County.
Friends may call at the Walker Mortuary, Napoleon, Ohio on Tuesday from 2 to 8 p.m.
The family has suggested that memorial contributions may be made to Madalee D. Benien Fund.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
July 11, 2012
megan martinez
not a day goes by that we dont miss you.. my home is not the same my heart is not whole my memories are fading and time is standing still..tell me to pull it together cause life goes on one last time brett.. ud be proud of me.. i gotta backbone
July 7, 2012
Samara Benien
It's Madalees first birthday today, it hurts that you're not here, but I know you're watching over all of us every single day! I love and miss you so much big brother! <3
April 28, 2012
Michelle Miller
Brett i love you so much god took only the best, i will think of you everyday untill the day i die. i always feel you around when times get tough you give me strength. i think of you and im not AFRAID of anything love you bunches Miss you tons, and i can't wait till i see your shining face again <3
April 7, 2012
MEGAN MARTINEZ
MADALEE AND I LOVE U
April 6, 2012
Alesia Short
So sorry for your loss. Prayers going out to your family.
April 5, 2012
Lori Bashor
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.. (The bashor family)
April 5, 2012
Allyssia Benien
Brett WE LOVE SO MUCH! "A golden heart stopped beating, two beautiful blue eyes at rest, God broke our hearts to prove he only takes the best" Love always and forever, Allyssia, Robert, Ben and Bailey.
April 3, 2012
I find no words to express the sadness I feel for you and your family at this time. My heartfelt sympathy to you and your family'. My thoughts and prayers to you.
Sincerely, Carolyn Traxler
April 3, 2012
Ed & Rhonda Watkins
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
April 3, 2012
Michele, Kevin Aelker
Allan, Deb and Family,
We are so very sorry for the loss of your son. It is such a terrible tradgedy to lose a child. The love, compassion, and prayers received at this time are to aid in giving you the strength needed. There are no words that can express the compassion needed for you and your family during such loss, our thoughts and love will be with you.
Sincerely,
Michele (Martinez) and Kevin Aelker
April 3, 2012
Joy Al-Saady
My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Kumi Canada Corporation
April 2, 2012
Sarah Wisda
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you during this time.
April 2, 2012
Tony & Eileen Boellner
Deb, Allan and Benien family,
We are so sorry to hear about your loss!!! Our prayers go out to you! May God carry you through this tremendously difficult time!
Tony, Eileen, & Kaiden
April 2, 2012
Tabitha Bergstedt
Sorry for your loss.We are thinking of you all and praying. Love ya all, The Bergstedt
April 2, 2012
courtney parliment
Only time will make the pain easier to bare the loss of your son.The memories of him will make you smile. I am so very sorry about the loss of your son Brett, he will be missed. Courtney Parliment
April 1, 2012
MeLinda Resor
sorry to here about your lost i will keep you and your family in my prayers from MeLinda Resor
April 1, 2012
Brett, i will never forget all of fun times we all had together when you all were kids and spent the nights here, and i won't forget the nice talk we had together after grandma passed away, love you always, uncle roger
April 1, 2012
Kris & Patti Walz
Spider monkey you will be greatly missed Prayers for the Benien family
April 1, 2012
Dean & Penny Harris
Allan and Deb i am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that your entire family are in our thoughts and prayers.
April 1, 2012
Helen Altman
I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with your family in this difficult time. He was to young to be called home but God must have something planned for him.Keep the faith and your family close. He was a special young man as well as loved one I am sure. With deepest sympathy,Helen Altman
April 1, 2012
Dianne Wolfinger
our thoughts and prayers are with the whole family and thinking of you God will lead you in the right direction just trust in the Lord it is sometimes a difficult thing to do just know God needed another flower in his garden and Brett was the one he picked. Our blessings go out to the whole family
Dianne and Dave Wolfinger and family
April 1, 2012
Tasha and Rick Rhinehart
There's nothing to say to ease the pain. But I LOVE YOU ALL. Brett will be missed. My heart hurt's so bad. I can't believe it's true.
April 1, 2012
Odette Banister
Allyssia and Family
I am so sorry for the loss of your brother, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Odette Banister
April 1, 2012
Larry & Betty Stout
Our hearts and prayers go out to you now and in the days ahead. We are so sorry about your loss, may God bless you.
March 31, 2012
Eric Michoff
hey brother, I miss you...I'll be waiting to grab that beer with you sometime after work, Remember when we used to sneak out and grab a smoke break together...ya left me hangin man...God must have needed one hell of a guy..
March 31, 2012
Eric Michoff
hey brother, I miss you...I'll be waiting to grab that beer with you sometime after work, Remember when we used to sneak out and grab a smoke break together...ya left me hangin man...God must have needed one hell of a guy..
March 31, 2012
Donya Ruetz
Our thoughts and prayers are with the whole Benien family in your time of need. Brett was a very hard worker and a great young man to be around. He put a lot of smiles on many faces and will be greatly missed.
Donya Ruetz & Brian Harrington
March 31, 2012
Linda Minturn
My thoughts and prayers to the family. Brett will be greatly missed.
March 31, 2012
We are so very sorry for your loss. I wish there was someting I could say or do to help you through this difficult time. God Bless you and your entire Family. I'm so sorry Sam.
The Collins Family
March 31, 2012
Ted and Amber Dickinson
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of the Benien family during this time. Brett you were a great guy and hard worker, you will be missed.
March 31, 2012
Josh & Kayla Gulick
We're so sorry for your loss.
March 31, 2012
Chris Vasquez
I'm sorry for your loss Allan, Deb and the rest of the Benien family. Brett was a great guy to work with and everyone at Kamco will miss him greatly.
March 31, 2012
Joey Zuver
Thoughts and prayers got out to the Benien family...Brett was a hard worker and a great young man to be around!
March 31, 2012
Darin & Shari Wilson
March 31, 2012
Daniel Kammeyer
March 31, 2012
chad & christine hayward
We will miss him greatly, he was a great kid. We are keeping you in our thoughts al and deb. Love, chad and christine hayward
March 31, 2012
cosmin
March 31, 2012
Faye Willis
You will be greatly missed. Your smile lite up the place! Sorry for your loss to the Benien Family.
March 31, 2012
Jeri Ailiff
God Bless you and your family--prayers for all of you.
March 31, 2012
Nancy Tomblin
So sorry for your loss,my thoughts and prayers are with you.
March 31, 2012
carrie eidenier
Brett was a very caring and loving individual and he has touched everyone that he has ever came across at work. We all love you brett and you will be greatly missed by all of us. My cndolences go out to the Benien family.
March 31, 2012
Renae Queen
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
March 31, 2012
Linda Miller
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
March 31, 2012
Shelley Limber
You and your family are in my prayers and thoughts, Deb. Rest in Peace, Brettt, in God's loving arms.
March 31, 2012
Beth Baker
Gone but not forgotten! R. I. P. Brett!
March 31, 2012
Dustin Carr
March 31, 2012
Terry and Pat Baker
May God bless you and your family in your time of need
March 31, 2012
margaret hogrefe
words cannot express the feelings i have, but rip brett you were a good person. i was blessed to have known you. lord please watch of this family in their time of sorrow,take him in your loving arms and cradle him dear lord. amen
March 31, 2012
Kristie Laub
Brett, as I knew you as the hard working man, you are also a joyous spirit. I hope that you are resting peacefully and looking down on us and helping guide your parents and family through this. You will forever be missed and loved.
March 31, 2012
Jamie Lutz
My thoughts and prayers to the family. Such a great young man. He will be missed my many.
March 31, 2012
Angie Lloyd
miss you Brett.. Praying for you and your family.. watch down on all of us. RIP
March 31, 2012
Leslie Clendenin
My heart aches for the family/ friends/ co workers. He was a hard worker and will be missed at kamco. Rip Brett
March 31, 2012
Robin Deitemeyer
Love and prayers...
March 31, 2012
Karen McNett
March 31, 2012
Donna Richter
March 31, 2012
Ann Crites
My thoughts and prayers are with your family in this time of sorrow. My heart aches for the family. God Bless!
March 31, 2012
Lindsay Blosser
Brett was an amazing guy. He will be missed dearly. Thoughts and prayers go out to his family
March 31, 2012
LaVonne Fee
March 31, 2012
Amber Hovis
Thoughts and prayers are with your family thru this time sorry for your loss
March 31, 2012
Alexis Boothman
March 31, 2012
Deb Robarge
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Brett was a great guy to work with. He will be missed dearly!!
March 31, 2012
Tina Shutts
March 31, 2012
Steven Whetro
"My condolences to the family in this tough time im so sorry for your loss,god bless you all!my heart goes out to all of you!
March 31, 2012
Kelli Dempsey
March 31, 2012
violet booher
i am so sorry about your lost he was a very nice guy
March 31, 2012
" Brett, God Bless You. Deb and Al and family, I'm very sorry. God Bless You too." Sandy ( from sunnys) (Ashlyn)
March 31, 2012
Dawn Porter
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
March 31, 2012
Bobby and Marilyn Coker
May God be with u and your family. We will be sending our prayers with the family as they try to get through this very tough time
March 31, 2012
Nicki Bittinger
March 31, 2012
Tracie Drewes
March 31, 2012
Rachel Anderson
Thoughts and prayers for the family. So sorry for your loss.
March 31, 2012
jeri fowler
March 31, 2012
Jane Roesch
So deeply sorry,my thoughts and prayers are with you.
March 31, 2012
Nancy Booth Shaw Cutlip
Please know that my heart and prayers go out to all of you. I am Robert Booth's Aunt. This is so sad and words can't express the pain you must be feeling. I know what it is to loose a parent and spouse; but not a sibling or son. All I do know is to draw my strength from the Lord in Heaven. He is the only one that can carry you all through this. God Bless You. I will be praying for Allyssia and all of you. Aunt Nancy Booth Shaw Cutlip
March 31, 2012
tammy brooker
Deb and AL
No words can express my feelings. I love and will be here for you all...May God walk with you through this time of need. Love you.
Tammy Lindsey
March 31, 2012
andrea gibson
I wish there was something I could say or do to ease your pain. Please know I am praying for you all.....We love you so very much! God bless you!
March 30, 2012
Shawna Hillard
Many thoughts and prayers for your family. <3
March 30, 2012
valerie engel
our Thoughts and prayers Are with your family
March 30, 2012
LeaAnne Harbour
You are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you all
March 30, 2012
charlene sickmiller
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
March 30, 2012
jennifer dunn
I am so sorry for your loss I just lost my son in Wauseon two weeks ago he was the 13 yr old that got killed. My heart goes out to you the parents and all of the family. I cannot even explain how hard it is, just make sure you have a good group of support, that has helped us out alot.If you all need anything please let us know jenngarzadunn on facebook.
March 30, 2012
Tina Lucas
Sometimes life throughs us curves, many we never want to experience, yet through it all GOD carries the ones left behind to pickup the pieces and go on. Brett, you were like one of my own, I will alway be grateful that you were a part of my life. I wish you peace and I pray that your family knows that my love and prayers are with them.
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