Nancy (Markey) Elizabeth Benjamin Obituary (1930

Nancy (Markey) BENJAMIN Born January 3, 1930, died in the presence of her children, March 8, 2013. Nancy was born in Manila, Philippines, to Joseph and Elizabeth Markey. The family moved back to the states in 1934 and lived on Bainbridge Island. They later moved to Capitol Hill, in Seattle. She attended and graduated from Holy Names Academy in 1948 and it was there that she made many lifelong friendships. She attended Seattle University, and later met and married Robert (Bob) Benjamin. The family moved to Portland, Oregon in 1971, where they spent many happy years. After Bob's retirement, they moved to San Diego, but eventually returned to Seattle to be near their children and grandchildren. Mom loved people and made friends easily. She loved to laugh and was always the life of the party. She was tolerant and welcoming to everyone she encountered, and she championed the underdog. As a mother, wife and friend, she was always devoted, caring and fun, encouraging us all to use humor when times were tough. Loving mother of Barbara Simard (Mark), Robert Benjamin, Michael Benjamin (Stephanie) and William Benjamin; grandmother of Claire, Billy, Molly, Lauren, Charlie and Wally. Nancy was preceded in death in 2007, by Robert, her loving husband of 49 years; and her brothers, Jim and Joe Markey. Burial will be at Calvary Cemetery and a Memorial, celebrating her life will be announced at a later date. Remembrances may be made to: Alzheimer's Assn. 100 W. Harrison St., North Tower #200, Seattle 98119, or to Providence Hospice of Seattle, 425 Pontius Ave N, #300, Seattle, 98109. To send a flower arrangement in memory of Nancy (Markey) Elizabeth Benjamin, please click here to visit our sympathy store.