BAINBRIDGE TWP. – Jean E. Benjamin, 88 years of age, passed away peacefully Saturday, Jan. 4, 2020, surrounded by her family.
She was born on June 20, 1931, in Cleveland, the daughter of the late Durwood M. “Goody” and Marcia (nee Eames) Nelisse Sr.
On Sept. 30, 1950, she married Howard Benjamin, who preceded her in death in 2014.
Also preceding are her brother, Durwood M. “Buck” Nelisse Jr.
Jean is survived by her daughter, ReNae (Ken) Krause, of Mantua; and son, Howard (Diane) Benjamin, of Bainbridge Township; grandchildren, Jason (DeAnna) Krause, Erin (Andrew) Stoudt, Jill (Chris) Huston and Christopher Benjamin; and seven great-grandchildren.
She found great joy in time spent with family.
Her hobbies included many forms of needlework and she created many beautiful quilts.
No calling hours.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Final resting place will be at Restland Cemetery, Bainbridge Township.
In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to Geauga Humane Society’s Rescue Village, 15463 Chillicothe Road, Novelty, OH 44072.
Arrangements are by Green Family Funeral Home & Crematory Service in Mantua, where condolences and memories may be viewed atwww.greenfamilyfuneralhome.com.