Ellen Marie Benson

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Ellen Marie Benson, loving wife of Albenie Benson, announces her passing that occurred on Thursday June 25, 2020 at the Saint John Regional Hospital. Born in October of 1940 in Saint John, she was the daughter of the late Stewart and Madeline (Boyle) Evans. Ellen enjoyed camping in 3 Bears Campground for over 30 years and cherished the time she spent with her family.

In addition to her loving husband Albenie of 62 years, she is survived by her children Jamie (Rose) Benson, Lori-Ann (Jarvis) Hubbard, Jeffrey (Joan) Benson, Randy (Kim) Benson and Stewart (Selina) Benson; siblings Albert (Maureen) Evans, Pat (Raymond) Brilla, Terry (Debbie) Evans and Pam (George) Lucas; 12 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her brothers Douglas Evans and Donald Evans; sisters Margie (Kenny) Hill, Hazel (Lyle) Johnson and Donna (Kenny) Joyce.

Arrangements are under the direction of Fundy Funeral Home, 230 Westmorland Road, Due to current health restrictions, all services will be held privately for family and friends, by invitation only. Donations in her memory may be made to the NB Lung Association.

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