Obituaries
Mary Elizabeth Bench Lawrence
Mary Elizabeth Bench, 81, Lawrence, passed away Sunday, September 9, at her home.
Private graveside service and burial will be held Thursday, September 13.
She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Bob L. Bench, Lawrence; daughters Stephanie Raines, Troy, Ohio, Charisse Bench Edgin, Lawrence; grandchildren, Greg Raines, Troy, Ohio, and Brody Edgin of Lawrence.
She is preceded in death by a grandson, Christopher Raines who passed last December.
Online condolences may be sent at www.rumsey-yost.com.
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