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1930
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2025
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Mary Benteman Obituary
Mary passed away on March 25, 2025, at Baldwin Health Care and Rehab.
Mary was born October 12, 1930, in Jefferson City, MO, the daughter of Floyd and Nellie (Reed) Nichols. She was the eldest of 6 children.
She married Fritz Benteman on January 19, 1957, in Lawrence, KS, and he preceded her in death.
Mary is survived by her children, Michael Tremain, Judy Tremain, Karen Benteman-Wallace, and Amber Martinez.
Mary was also preceded in death by her parents, brother Jim Nichols, daughter Nada Schmidt, and her son Dale Tremain.
The family suggests donations to the American Cancer Society or the Disabled Veterans, which may be sent in the care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary, 120 W. 13th St. Lawrence, KS 66044.
For more information or to post a condolence go to warrenmcelwain.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Jillane Hogard
April 3, 2025
Little Mary, you were a bright light to Tom and me. Your cute little smile was so sweet. You'll be missed, but Tom will look after you.
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