Marianne Bene
Posted Nov 22, 2021 | 9:37 AM by CookSFC
Marianne Bene
1960 ~ 2021
Marianne Bene, beloved mother of Tonia and Michelle, passed away in Medicine Hat on Thursday, November 18, 2021, at the age of 61 years. Marianne will be lovingly remembered by her daughters, Tonia (Soren) Hansen and Michelle Bene (Scott Lewry); grandchildren, Richard, David, Wynter, Brayden, Ethan, Lucas, Cohen and Averie; parents, Ludwig and Collene Schwarz; siblings, Ron (Laurie) Schwarz and Norm Schwarz; Rick’s family: mother, Sharon Bene; siblings, Carrie (Pat) Kinahan, Todd (Marnee) Bene and Tamie Bene as well as numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Rick Bene on July 26, 2021 and her father-in-law, Peter Bene in August 2019. Marianne, more affectionately known as ‘Nana,’ was born in Lethbridge on July 15, 1960. She enjoyed crafting, horses, drag racing and camping, but time spent with family meant the most to her as Marianne never missed a holiday or special event. She was everything to everyone, being there for everyone, always ready to help. Her love and warmth will be forever missed by her loved ones!
Due to the current COVID-19 restrictions in place, the service honouring Marianne’s life will be by invitation only. Marianne’s Celebration will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Saturday, November 27, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Murray Jaster officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. Marianne’s chapel celebration will be live streamed. Those who cannot attend but wish to experience the chapel service may visit our website at www.cooksouthland.com and select the ‘View Broadcast’ button on the homepage at service time. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at www.cooksouthland.com) If friends so desire, memorial donations in Marianne’s name may be made directly to the Alberta Children’s Hospital, 28 Oki Drive N.W., Calgary, Alberta, T3B 6A8. Honoured to serve the family is Honoured to serve the family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, Crematorium & Reception Facility, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta,T1A 4V4. Telephone 403-527-6455
- Date : 2021-11-18
- Location : Medicine Hat, Alberta