It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Susanne Largura Benedict (Fishers, Indiana), born in Gary, Indiana, who passed away on May 30, 2021, at the age of 50, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She is survived by: her parents, Dr. Aldo and Rebecca Largura; her husband Dr. Brian Benedict; her sons, Mario, Gavin and Oliver; and her siblings, Dr. Burton Largura (Heather Largura), Ryan Largura (Karen Largura) and Alison Largura (Leo Urdaneta). She is also survived by aunts, uncles, cousins and seven nieces and nephews.

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June 10, 2021

Janet Alberti Bailey lit a candle

“To Brian, their sons and the entire family, My heart has felt so heavy when I learned of Susanne’s passing. I will hold my study buddy (in dental school) very close to my heart. Warmest of thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this very difficult time.🙏💞”

June 9, 2021

Michael Kowolik and The Office of Faculty Affairs lit a candle

June 9, 2021

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June 9, 2021

Michael and Joan planted 10 trees

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June 9, 2021

Thankam Thyvalikakath sent flowers

“In loving memory of Susanne Largura Benedict, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.”

June 8, 2021

P.B. ~IUSD lit a candle

June 8, 2021

P.B. ~IUSD sent flowers

“In loving memory of Susanne Largura Benedict, Dr. Benedict always had a smile on her face. It will be missed at IUSD. Thank you doc for everything!! Please accept my most heartfelt sympathies for your loss.”

June 8, 2021

Love: Caroline, Chandler, Dallas, Logan, Neeti and Tyler sent flowers

“In loving memory of Dr. Susanne Largura Benedict, Thinking of you in your time of need. We were lucky to know Dr. Benedict and lucky to have had her as a mentor. She will be greatly missed by all of the IUSD community.”

June 8, 2021

Lucy Bickett lit a candle

June 8, 2021

Lucy Bickett sent flowers

“Dear Brian, Mario, Gavin and Oliver, Susanne was a brilliant intellect, sage of empathy, curious explorer and the brightest of lights! She not only touched each person in her life path in a special way, she etched a forever impact. We are all better because of her. Hugs...”

June 8, 2021

IUSD Prosthodontics Department lit a candle

June 8, 2021

IUSD Prosthodontics Department sent flowers

“In loving memory of Susanne Largura Benedict, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.”

June 7, 2021

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June 7, 2021

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June 7, 2021

Dr. and Mrs. Kevin Ward lit a candle

June 7, 2021

Dr. and Mrs. Kevin Ward sent flowers

“In loving memory of Susanne Largura Benedict, With deepest sympathies.”

June 7, 2021

American Society for Dental Ethics, Board of Directors planted 75 trees

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June 6, 2021

Ed and Joyce (Largura) Rampacek lit a candle

June 6, 2021

Ed and Joyce (Largura) Rampacek sent flowers

“In loving memory of Susanne Largura Benedict, We will never forget the warmth of you smile and giving spirit. You will be dearly missed cousin. Sending our love, support and prayers to your family.”

June 6, 2021

Joyce Largura Rampacek and Edward Rampacek planted 30 trees

“In memory of Susanne Largura Benedict”

June 6, 2021

Love, The Students of Indiana University School of Dentistry sent flowers

“In loving memory of Susanne Largura Benedict, Dr. Benedict was a champion for students at IUSD and taught us to uphold our ethical responsibilities each day. We are better because of her example. Her family and loved ones are in our deepest thoughts and prayers.”

June 6, 2021

Haydon and Megan Osborne lit a candle

June 6, 2021

Haydon and Megan Osborne sent flowers

“Dr. Benedict has been a source of strength and hope for us and so many others. We miss her so much, and will always remember her selfless, genuine compassion for others, extreme intelligence, and constant desire to help. Our deepest sympathies to the whole Benedict family.”

June 5, 2021

Marcello and Sisa Maddalone lit a candle

June 5, 2021

Marcello and Sisa Maddalone sent flowers

“In loving memory of Susanne Largura Benedict, Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.”

June 5, 2021

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June 5, 2021

The Deuschles sent flowers

“In loving memory of Susanne Largura Benedict, We send you thoughts of peace and courage.”

June 5, 2021

-Amanda, Christin, Cody, Dan, Erica, Jamie, John, Liya, Stephanie & Sylvie lit a candle

June 5, 2021

-Amanda, Christin, Cody, Dan, Erica, Jamie, John, Liya, Stephanie & Sylvie sent flowers

“In loving memory of Dr. Susanne Largura Benedict, Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. She was a beautiful woman, inside and out. An inspiration to many. Her big heart and fierce love won’t be forgotten.”

June 5, 2021

All our love the John Largura sr family lit a candle

June 5, 2021

All our love the John Largura sr family sent flowers

“In loving memory of Susanne Largura Benedict, May you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you.”

June 5, 2021

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“In loving memory of Susanne Largura Benedict, We send you thoughts of peace and courage.”

June 5, 2021

Chris, Raeanne, and Carrie Smith planted 10 trees

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June 5, 2021

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June 5, 2021

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June 4, 2021

IU Fort Wayne Allied Dental Faculty and Staff planted 10 trees

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June 15, 2021

Margie Largura wrote a sympathy message

“In loving memory of Susanne Largura Benedict, Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.”

June 11, 2021

Stuart Schrader wrote a sympathy message

“Please accept my most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. I have rarely met someone with such passion and commitment to pursuit of positive change. She and I worked together for a long time and I found Susanne's unwavering thirst for learning and professional and personal growth to be exceptional. She was consistently driven by wanting us all to learn more, change for the better and to work & share collaboratively and cooperatively.”

June 9, 2021

Thankam Thyvalikakath wrote a sympathy message

“In loving memory of Susanne Largura Benedict, I admired Susanne for her courage and commitment to upholding professional ethics. She will be greatly missed at IUSD. Rest in peace, dear Susanne! My prayers for her family to have the strength and peace during this difficult time.”

June 8, 2021

Nora Bickett wrote a sympathy message

“I have no words to relieve you of your sadness and grief. May Susanne's light lift you up. May her love continue to bind you together in a way that no other love can. My deepest sympathies to the entire family. ~ Lucy Bickett”

June 7, 2021

Elizabeth Kaznak-Hall wrote a sympathy message

“I am was so saddened to read of Susanne's passing in the paper. My son Ashdan played soccer with Mario and I treasured sitting next to her during games and sharing stories. She was an inspiration. My deepest thoughts and prayers are with Mario and his brothers and the whole family. Her smile and brilliant light will live in my heart. Elizabeth Kaznak-Hall (mother of Ashdan Trexler)”

June 6, 2021

Haydon and Megan Osborne wrote a sympathy message

“Dr. Benedict has been a source of strength and hope for us and so many others. We miss her so much, and will always remember her selfless, genuine compassion for others, extreme intelligence, and constant desire to help. She made such a positive impact on our lives and the lives of countless others. Deepest sympathy to her family, who will always be in our thoughts.”

June 5, 2021

Diana and Keith Johnson wrote a sympathy message

“In loving memory of Susanne Largura Benedict, With deepest sympathies. Keith and Diana Johnson”

June 4, 2021

Melissa Teaney wrote a sympathy message

“Dr. Benedict, my family and I are truly sorry for the loss your dear wife. You and your children are in our prayers. -James, Missy and Andrew Teaney”

June 4, 2021

Daniela & Emanuela Giussani wrote a sympathy message

“In loving memory of Susanne Largura Benedict, You will be sorely missed.”

June 4, 2021

Sheree Koester wrote a sympathy message

“Dr. Benedict was such a sweet person and so dedicated to the students at IU School of Dentistry. She will be greatly missed. Please accept my most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Sheree Koester IU School of Dentistry”

June 4, 2021

Jenny Felix Vasquez wrote a sympathy message

“In loving memory of Susanne Largura Benedict, Susan was beautiful inside and out. We will miss your smile.”

June 4, 2021

Tami Lodics wrote a sympathy message

“My deepest sympathies go out to Susanne's family and loved ones. My husband and I attended elementary school with her and remember her with fondness. We were so saddened to hear of her passing. Tami and John Lodics”

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Oaklawn Memorial Gardens
9700 Allisonville Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46250

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June 11

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St. Louis de Montfort Catholic Church
11441 Hague Rd, Fishers, IN 46038

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June 11

Mass of Christian Burial

St. Louis de Montfort Catholic Church
11441 Hague Rd, Fishers, IN 46038

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