Elisabeth (Meyer) von den Benken, of West Roxbury, passed away on May 27, 2010. She was 89 years old.
Elisabeth was the dear and devoted wife of Henry von den Benken. Loving mother of Hilda Harris of FL, Elisabeth P. King and her husband William of Brighton, and Thomas von den Benken and his wife Glenda of West Roxbury. Beloved “Oma” of 8 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Dear sister of Hildegard Kremer and Mia Jungehuelsing of Germany and Claire Stemmler and her husband Heinz of Wilmington. She is also survived by several loving nieces and nephews.
Elisabeth's Funeral Mass was celebrated June 2, 2010 at St. Theresa of Avila Church. Visiting hours were held at the Kfoury Keefe Funeral Home.
Contributions in Elisabeth’s memory may be made to the German Ladies Aid Society c/o Deutches Altenheim 2222 Centre St. West Roxbury, MA 02132.
Interment Gethsemane Cemetery in West Roxbury.