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Eric Benson Obituary

BENSON, Eric V. "Rick" 78 of Winchester, Monday, May 10, 2010. Beloved husband of 53 years to Vivan R. (Ericson) Benson. Loving father of Eric S. and his wife Gloria of Stafford, VA, Timothy A. and his wife Jennifer of Bedford, MA, Col. Peter J. and his wife Peggy of Southern Pines, NC, and Lori Rasmussen of Halifax, Nova Scotia. Devoted grandfather of Annika, Christina and Peter, Kirsten, Anders and Erik and Holly and Cameron. Eric was a veteran of the Korean War serving in the Air Force and a longtime employee of Polaroid Corporation. He served on many charitable and public service boards and committees. Visiting hours Sunday, May 16th from 4-7 at Costello Funeral Home, 177 Washington St., Winchester. Funeral Monday, May 17th, 11:00 am, Faith Lutheran Church, 311 Broadway, Cambridge. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Faith Lutheran Church.

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from May 14 to May 15, 2010.

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Bruce Marr

March 9, 2011

Mr B was a super guy !'m so sorry for the great loss to whole Benson family. It's very hard to put into words how sad this truly is .Your all in my prayers. Bruce

May 17, 2010

Ric was a wonderful friend and colleague. We worked together, many years ago, in the International Division of Polaroid.

Ric was devoted to his family and was also, always eager to help a friend.

My sincere sympathy and prayers are sent to the entire Benson family.

Lin Pitchford

May 17, 2010

My condolences to the Benson family. I had the honor of meeting Mr. Benson twice and he was a true gentleman.

David J. O'Leary

May 15, 2010

Ric was a good friend and valued colleague. I fondly remember his contributions to the many projects that we worked together on at Polaroid. I will certainly miss him. ....Hal Henry

Jim Tierney

May 14, 2010

Cannot express our saddness for everyone - our thoughts and prayers are with all the Benson clan...Karen and Jim Tierney

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