Betty Benjamin

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Benjamin Betty Benjamin, 80, died June 26, 2004. Her long fight against ovarian cancer was only one example of her remarkable courage. Active in her church, the reproductive choice movement, and other women's and children's causes, she earned many awards and honors. Along with her activism, Betty had the energy to pursue gardening, sewing, cooking, and travel. Betty will be missed by three children, Scott B. Benjamin (Ruth), Minnetonka, Diane B. Uren (Matt), Denver, CO, Laura B. Kopperud (Scott), Poway, California; eight grandchildren; one brother; numerous relatives, many friends; and her best friend and husband of 57 years, Robert Bedell Benjamin. Memorial service will be held at 4:00 PM, Tuesday, June 29th at First Universalist Church, 3400 Dupont Ave So, Mpls, MN 55408. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the Betty Benjamin Leadership Fund (NARAL Pro-Choice MN Foundation, 550 Rice St., St Paul, MN 55103), or First Universalist Church.

Published on June 28, 2004