Agnes "Aggie" Benson late of Weyburn, passed away peacefully Tuesday, November 19, 2013 at the age of 85 years. Aggie was predeceased by her parents, Chris and Dagney Lillejord; husband, Orville Benson; brothers, David "Buddy" Lillejord and Ken Lillejord; sister Ruby (Mike) Kaufmann and brother-in-law, Joe Froh. Aggie will be lovingly remembered by her son, Ken Benson of Weyburn and his children, Gregg and Kristina, Dan Benson of Weyburn and daughter, Tammy (Drew) Ellingson and their children Mason and Hunter and son, David (Becky) Benson and their children, Joel and Henlee, Ross (Terry) Benson of Weyburn and their daughter, Blair and her children, Chanel and Tripp, Murray (Marcie) Benson of Weyburn and family, Brianne and Brent, Wade Benson of Weyburn and his daughter, Ashley Benson (Blake) and their daughter Emily and daughter, Cheryl; sister Olga Froh; sister-in-law, Myrt Lillejord as well as numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Aggie grew up on the Lillejord homestead farm near Khedive and was a farm girl at heart. She loved being outside helping with the many farm chores. She also loved music and sports and played softball and curling. She attended Khedive School. In 1947, she married Orville Benson after he returned from four and a half years overseas in the RCAF. They spent their first year together in Regina and then lived in Amulet and Pangman, where they farmed together and Orville taught school. It was during these years that their five sons were born. They logged countless miles driving their five boys to many years of hockey and ball. It was a busy life, but Aggie loved every minute of it. In 1968 they sold their farm to Orville's brother Len Benson and moved to Yellow Grass. In 1972 they moved to Weyburn where Aggie worked at the Soo Line Piano House and the Weyburn Co-op. Aggie loved her jobs and the socializing that came with it. Aggie loved to cook, bake and spend time with family and friends, playing cards, playing music, and especially enjoyed her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Her family was very important to her, and her warm heart, energy and great spirit touched many. Aggie always had strong faith and enjoyed attending church. The Royal Canadian Legion was also an important part of both Aggie's and Orville's lives. In later years she cared for Orville with great devotion, and missed him so much after he passed away in 2003. Aggie remained very active and healthy until the past few years, when she stayed at Marion Home in Radville, and then at Tatagwa House 3 in Weyburn. Staff at both care homes spoke of how she brightened everyone's day, and how she took care of others. She received wonderful care in both of these facilities. Her family also wishes to thank the excellent staff at the Regina General Cardiac Care Unit, where Aggie spent her last few days. A private family Visitation was held Friday, November 22 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm at Fletcher Funeral Chapel, Weyburn, and a Funeral Service for family was held on Saturday, November 23 at 11:00 am from Zion Lutheran Church, Weyburn, with Pastor Martin Olson officiating. Interment followed at Green Acres Memorial Gardens, Weyburn. Donations in memory of Aggie may be made to Weyburn Group Home Society Inc. at 209 Lorraine Street, Weyburn, SK S4H 1R9. Condolences may be left at: www.fletcherfuneralchapel.com.
