Jeaneen Benson
March 18, 1942 - November 06, 2020
Obituary
Jeaneen Benson, age 78 of Darlington, WI passed away Friday, November 6, 2020 at Upland Hills Health in Dodgeville, WI. She was born March 18, 1942 in Darlington the daughter of Herman and Myrtle (Thorson) Halvorson. Jeaneen was born and raised in Darlington and spent her entire life there. She was united in marriage to the love of her life, Robert Benson, on June 14, 1959 at Darlington United Methodist Church in Darlington. Jeaneen was the proud owner of Neenee's Place and dedicated her working years to making her business succeed. Jeaneen is survived by her grandchildren: Mindy (Steven) Judkins of Darlington and Shawn Benson of Cedar Rapids, IA; daughter-in-law: Debra Benson of Darlington; her great-grandchildren: Tyler, Dustin, Chasity, Devan, Patti, Kimlynn, Silas, and Robby; one brother: Clinton Halvorson of Darlington; one sister: Melva "Lolly" (Henry) Tschanz of Monroe; and one sister-in-law: Sharon Halvorson of Darlington. She was preceded in death by her husband: Robert, one day after her death; parents; one son: Kim Benson; three brothers: Sylvester, Edward, and Eldon Halvorson and one brother in infancy; two sisters: Arlene Heins and Idellis McKillip; and one granddaughter: Adalynn Judkins. Jeaneen was a member of Darlington United Methodist Church in Darlington, the Lafayette Manor Auxiliary, the Darlington Antique Club and volenteered with many other orginazation. She enjoyed quilting, sewing, and ceramics. Jeaneen cherished her family, especially her grandchildren, bonus grandchildren; Will, Lizzie and Jaycie Schwartz and the memories they created together. She also cherished her special friendships with her Monday night ceramic ladies and church sewing group. She will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by her family and friends. A public visitation will be held Wednesday, November 11, 2020 from 4:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. at Erickson Funeral Home (508 Main St., Darlington). The family will not be present for the visitation. However, they invite friends and family to pay their respects during the allotted time of the visitation. A private family funeral service will be held on Thursday, November 12, 2020 at Erickson Funeral Home with Rev. Angela Utter of Darlington United Methodist Church officiating. Burial will be in Union Grove Cemetery. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.ericksonfuneralhome.com. For those who prefer, a memorial fund has been established in Jeaneen's name. Due to Wisconsin state mandate, masks are to be worn for the duration of your visit inside the funeral home and that proper social distancing guidelines are practiced.
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Lori Neumann
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Jeaneen was a wonderful woman with a great smile. I will miss her!
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Pamela K Johnson-Weller
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The first time I met Jeaneen Who was many years ago in her ceramic I guess I'll call it shop. She was all smiles she was so sweet. We talked a little bit and she showed me a lot of her ceramic explain her different equipment she used told me anytime I ever wanted to come she teach me how to make whatever I wanted to or whatever she had mold for. Unfortunately I didn't look close enough and when I came to visit I was never there long enough. But I'd meet her and her husband on many occasions especially at the townhouse. Bobby also is all smiles. Her and Bobby are going to be so deeply missed and loved by so many people. My deepest sympathy to my niece Mindy, her husband and children and family & Friends Rest in Heaven Jeaneen and Bobby.. Pamela k Johnson-Weller
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Norman and Cathy Mueller
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Jeaneen was a friend. Her smile and happy voice always made me feel good. Jeaneen was such a special person. Through her we got to know Bob too. Many happy memories. Norman and Cathy Mueller
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Laura Gross
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Our sympathy to Jeaneen’s family. I remember her as a polite and very soft spoken person. We would see her at family gatherings for Walter and Idelus
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Jaci Barth- Johnson
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Jeaneen was like grandma to my son Jordan. Jordan would stay at his Grandmas Marabelle Johnsons everyday. Or maybe I should say he was at Jeanern & Bobby's house. Jordan always his other parents. The spoiled him. We loved Jeaneen & Bobby like Family.
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Donna Gough
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My memories of you are how sweet, kind, caring, and gentle you were! I loved coming to your house for coffee and muffins! You always had a smile and kind word! I do remember you repainting a set of large lawn deer (that my Mom had painted before she passed away). My heart was filled with so much love when you gave them back to me! They looked just like when Mom had first done them! You doing that just filled my heart with joy! I am going to miss your beautiful smile, kindness, and our wonderful chats! I know you are still smiling as you and the love of your life, Uncle Bobby, are still together just in a much better place! My love to you for all eternity! Your niece Donna & Dave