Carmen A. Benitez
Passed: June 13, 2019
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Carmen A. Benitez
Passed: June 13, 2019
Obituary
Carmen A. Benitez, age 84 of Goodyear, AZ died on Thursday, June 13, 2019. She was born on October 17, 1934 in Goodyear, AZ to Zacarias and Geronima (Ureño) Alvarado.
Carmen retired from Arizona Public Service in 1990. She was devoted to her family and had deep faith in God. She was a member of St. John Vianney Catholic Church in Goodyear since 1962.
She is survived by her companion of 40 years, Oscar Hony of Phoenix; children Belén Herner of Phoenix, Miguel A. and his wife, Debra of Goodyear, Steven J. and his wife Martha of Laveen, Mary E. Barr and her husband Thomas of Glendale, and Juan R. and his wife Krista of Phoenix; 15 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Fidencio L. “Benny” Benitez; brothers, Socorro, Plutarco, and Johnny Alvarado; sisters, Soledad Trujillo and Refaela Trevino; and son-in-law, Robert R. Herner.
A visitation will be held at 9:30, with a rosary at 10:30 and a funeral at 11:00 am, Monday, June 24, 2019 at St. John Vianney Catholic Church, 539 W. La Pasada Blvd, Goodyear, AZ 85338. Burial will be at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery, 10045 W. Thomas Road, Avondale, AZ 85392. Memorial contributions may be made to St. John Vianney Catholic Church, Hospice of the Valley, or the charity of your choice.
13 responses to Carmen A. Benitez
Jeanne Innes Davis says:
June 18, 2019
Dear Belen and Family,
Please accept my deepest condolences at the loss of your mother. I remember visiting her home in Goodyear many years ago. I also remember her to be very warm and welcoming. May the good Lord bless and keep her and may perpetual light shine upon her.
Terri Leon says:
June 18, 2019
So sorry for the loss of your mom, Belen. Wishing you and your family much love and peace during this time.
Mark says:
June 19, 2019
Our deepest condolences to the Benitez family. We can’t put into words the pain we feel for your loss. Please know that all of you and the rest of the family are in our thoughts and prayers. May God wrap his arms around you and guide you towards healing and comfort. Mark & Brenda Gonzales
Ann Sutton says:
June 19, 2019
I was so sorry to hear about Carmen. I would work with her occassionly in the Glendale office. She was one special lady.
Rosi Greer says:
June 20, 2019
Our condolences to the Benitez family. She was a very kind and loving person and I am sure you will miss her greatly. Praying you find comfort in the beautiful memories you have of her. God Bless!