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Benedict T. Marino

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J. Henry Stuhr Downtown Chapel

232 Calhoun Street

Charleston, South Carolina

Benedict Marino Obituary

Benedict T. Marino CHARLESTON - Benedict T. Marino, 69, passed away on the morning of Thursday, November 3, 2011, after a courageous battle with leukemia. The relatives and friends of Mr. and Mrs. Benedict T. Marino are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial of the former, in Holy Spirit Catholic Church, Betsy Kerrison Parkway, Johns Island, SC., Saturday, November 12, 2011 at 11:00 am. Rite of Committal will be private. Mr. Marino was President of BTM Investment Company, a privately held investment company. During his business career he held executive level positions at several Wall Street investment banking firms. He was Managing Director at Donaldson, Lufkin & Jenerette where he managed the Public Finance Division. He was also a former General Partner at Lehman Brothers during a period when the firm was a highly regarded Wall Street powerhouse. He was on the Board of Directors of Rochdale Securities at the time of his death. He was born and spent his childhood in Norwood, NJ. He and his wife raised their family in Ridgewood, NJ. He developed a deep love for the South Carolina's low country while travelling regularly to Charleston on business. Along with two friends, he purchased 1,700 acres of land in Mt. Pleasant, SC from International Paper. Twenty-five years later the land was developed into a planned residential, commercial and industrial community and named Carolina Park. With his son, he founded The Children's Center at Carolina Park, an early childhood development center. He maintained a home in the historic district of Charleston, and on Kiawah Island, South Carolina. He was a 1964 graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point. As a Lieutenant, he joined the Army Airborne Rangers and served in Vietnam near the Cambodian border. For his actions against hostile forces in Vietnam, he was awarded a Bronze Star. He was also awarded the Meritorious Service Medal and Vietnam Service Medal. After Vietnam, he served in the North American Air Defense Command with command responsibilities for nuclear missile batteries during the cold war. He was honorably discharged from the Army as a Captain. After the Army, he earned an MBA from the State University of NY in Albany, and pursued post-graduate studies at New York University. The West Point motto of "Duty, Honor, Country" would remain imprinted on his character, and he continued to serve his community throughout his life. Over a long period, he was active in a number of South Carolina community organizations including the College of Charleston Foundation, the Medical University of South Carolina, and the South Carolina Aquarium. In New Jersey, he was appointed by the Governor to serve on the State Local Finance Commission, and also served on several non-profit boards. He was a good athlete and was dedicated to physical fitness, continuing his daily routine of jogging six miles even after his diagnosis and treatment for leukemia. After retiring, he climbed the Matterhorn, Mt. Kilimanjaro, Mt. Whitney, and with his sons, Mt. Rainer. His most prized treasures were his family and friends. He collected a vast network of strong friendships that he maintained all his life. He was the son of Benedetto Marino and Henrietta Marino, both deceased He is survived by Cathy, his wife of forty six years, and three sons, Benedict Michael Marino (Anne) of Atlanta, Christopher Marino (Lisa) and Stephen Marino of Mt Pleasant, SC, and six grandchildren. He is also survived by a brother, John Marino of Dorset, Vermont, and two sisters, Frances Strait of Tolland, CT, and Elvira Schneider of Hillsdale, NJ. His other brother, Christopher Marino, pre-deceased him. Memorial contributions may be sent to MUSC Foundation Bone Marrow Transplant Fund, 18 Bee Street, Charleston, SC 29425. Arrangements by J. HENRY STUHR, INC., DOWNTOWN CHAPEL. A memorial message may be written to the family by visiting our website at www.jhenrystuhr.com. Visit our guestbook at www.postandcourier.com/ deaths

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Nov. 3 to Nov. 4, 2011.

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17 Entries

Doris Swenson

October 28, 2021

Kathy-I still remember, very well, the days we spent in Marge's run for Congress. lots of good memories. My best to you and your family. We all seem to be ok-I have two great grandchildren. I also will be 93 in November--time goes by very fast. I see and talk to Donna every so often. Good friends never go away!!!!My thoughts and prayers are with you at this hard time. LOL. Doris

Miller Love Jr

October 28, 2021

Have some fond memories of my times with Ben while working to develop a facility for Horry County in association with the McNair firm.

Paul Altman

January 25, 2012

Dear Cathy,

Please accept my sympathy for you and your family. I know that some time has passed and that I have delayed sending this note. However, the time spent with Benedict and you was very special. Know that you have friends in Barbados.
Yours Truly,
Paul

Mark Dennis

November 16, 2011

Aunt Cathy,
Words can't express how I feel for you. I was so glad to see you and Ben on our family trip and you again this past week. It was a beautiful service for Ben and I will remember it forever. We are always here for you.
All our love,
Mark, Shannon, Isabelle, Keegan & Cavan too ;-)

Miller L Love, Jr

November 16, 2011

Dear Cathy, I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing of my friend, Ben, and true gentleman. We worked together with Wayne Corley on a project for Horry County many years ago. I last saw Ben at Tim Scott's birthday event some weeks ago. I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing of a great American and a dear friend.

Cathy Buffington

November 14, 2011

Dear Cathy and family,
Dan and just heard the sad news about Ben's passing. We are sending prayers to you and the family with our deepest sentiments. We have known the two of you for many years and have the highest respect for both of you. Ben will truly be missed. His sense of humor, creativity and sensitivity are always something we will remember when we hear the name Ben Marino.
Our best in this trying time,
Dan and Cathy Buffington

Amelia Hendrix

November 12, 2011

Dear Cathy ,
Ben's service was so beautiful . It was celebratory of a fine man's life , well lived and loved .
Amelia Hendrix

Ron Forbes

November 9, 2011

Dear Cathy,
Jean and I are so sad at the loss of Ben. He was a remarkable man, and exceptional friend. Ben was generous in providing many opportunities to me and to our SUNY alumni over the years. We have cherished memorites of you both. Our deep sympathy to you and your family.
Ron & Jean Forbes

Tom and Judy Baldacci

November 8, 2011

Dear Cathy, Mike Chris, and Steven ... Our prayers are with you, just as Ben was with you and all of his many, many friends throughout his life. We always are happy when we think about Ben and will remember him always. All of us will miss him a lot. Tom and Judy Baldacci

November 7, 2011

Dear Cathy and family - I was so sorry to hear of Ben's passing. I read the obituary and thought what a full and interesting life he lived, and how fortunate you were to have made that journey together. Peace to all of you.

Anne Seymour Harrington

Michelle and Chris Spurgeon

November 6, 2011

Dear Cathy and Family,

Chris and I are so very sorry to hear of your great loss. May God bless you with His peace and love.

Doris Swenson

November 5, 2011

My dear Cathy and sons, May the love of your friends give you comfort and may the love of God give you peace. Very sincerely, Doris Swenson and family.

shannon karian

November 4, 2011

follow your heart and your light will forever guide you.

Chris & Meaghan Federico

November 4, 2011

Words cannot express how sorry we are for your loss. My mom called me yesterday to tell me Ben had passed and I looked up at the sky and said goodbye. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family.

Stacey Seymour

November 4, 2011

Dear Cathy and family! I am so sorry to hear about Ben. This is a big loss to our family. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Please know that you whole family is here for you. Love

shannon karian

November 4, 2011

Ben Marino was my uncle and godfather, and his wife, Cathy Marino, my mother's only sister and my godmother. my heart
aches for the loss of my very
distinguished, accomplished,
and generous uncle. I will
remember his dry sense of
humor, his frequent back rubs,
his athleticism, his commitment
to health, and his unparalleled
attention to detail. He could
spot a rogue lintball on an
imported chinese carpet from
his car idling in the driveway;
as impressive was his ability to
swiftly seize upon the unsightly
fuzzy intruder before the rest
of us had unbuckled our
seatbelts. A man who loved
his family, gave generously to
various social and educational
causes, I believe he will be
remembered most as a man of courage, high principles, and an enthusiastic liver of live. I suspect his next
challenge will involve exploring
the infitinite landscape of
heaven. I will miss my uncle
ben for the rest of my life. My
thoughts and prayers are with
my aunt cathy, my cousins and
their children, and all of
ben's family and friends. I love
you all. Peace be with you, my Uncle Ben.