BENNER, Marie J. (Brazones) Of Franklin, formerly of Needham and Wellesley, December 28. Beloved wife of the late Frank C. Benner. Loving mother of Peter J. Benner and his wife Mary of MN, Mary F. Sodbinow and her husband Emmanuel of Franklin, Ann M. Ferritto and her husband Daniel of NY, Richard C. Benner and his wife Kimberly of Needham. Grandmother of Patrick, Emma, Julia, Daniel, Joseph, Matthew, John, and James. Sister of Donald L. Brazones of MI, Gerald E. Brazones of SD, and the late Carl J. Brazones, Richard R. Brazones, Sally A. Knapp, and Evelyn R. Foster. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Marie was a devoted mother and grandmother. She enjoyed her gardening, flowers, bridge games, and family gatherings.
Funeral from The George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home, 1305 Highland Ave., NEEDHAM, Monday at 9 a.m. Funeral Mass in St. Joseph's Church, Needham, at 10 a.m. Relatives and friends kindly invited. Visiting hours Sunday 2-5 p.m. Interment Woodlawn Cemetery, Wellesley. In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate donations to Hospice of Greater Boston, 70 Walnut St., Suite 301, Wellesley MA 02481.