Alfred F. Benkner's Obituary
Alfred F. Benkner, 93, of Punta Gorda, FL passed away Sunday, Oct.20. 2013. He was born in New York, N.Y., and moved to this area in 1990 from Pompton Lakes, N.Y. Alfred worked as an Aviation Re-Insurance Specialist retiring from Guy Carpenter, a division of Marsh & McCellan
in New York City. Locally, Alfred was an active member of the Sacred Heart Cathoilc Church.
He is survived by his children, Al (Sandra) Benkner of Punta Gorda; Patricia Benkner of Montville, N.J., and June (Eddie) Amara of Punta Gorda; and granddaughter, Devyn Amara of Punta Gorda. Alfred was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Adeline one year ago, Oct. 18, 2013. Donations may be made in memory of Alfred to the St. Jude's Childrens Research Hospital at stjude.org or by calling 800-805-5856. Inurnment with full military honors will take place at a later date at Royal Palm Memorial Gardens.
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