Samella Benson Obituary
It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Samella Benson of Peoria, Illinois, who passed away at the age of 79, on December 2, 2024. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Samella Benson to show support.
As we bid adieu to Samella's earthly form, let us not dwell on the void left in her wake, but rather celebrate the legacy of love and inspiration Samella has bequeathed us. For though she may have departed from our sight, her spirit remains a timeless beacon, guiding loved ones through the labyrinth of life's journey.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Sam Garner and Della Garner (Price); and her son Anthony Garner. She is survived by: her significant other Eddie Charles Carves, Sr. of Peoria, IL; her nephews, Antonio McDonald, Jr. of Minneapolis, MN, McDonald of Minneapolis, MN and Martin McDonald of Minneapolis, MN; and her niece Barbara McDonal of St. Paul, MN. She is also survived by other grand and great nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Visitation was held on Friday, December 13th 2024 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Simons Mortuary (912 W John H Gwynn Jr Ave, Peoria, IL 61605). A funeral service was held on Friday, December 13th 2024 at 11:00 AM at the Simons Mortuary Chapel (912 W John H Gwynn Jr Ave, Peoria, IL 61605).
