Lawrence J. "Benny" Benedict Sr. 93, of Toledo, Ohio, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, August 8, 2024. He was born in Toledo, Ohio on August 29, 1930 to Frank and Helen (Thomas) Benedik. Benny attended Central Catholic High School and then enlisted in the United States Army and proudly served his country during the Korean War. He was a member of Epiphany of the Lord Parish- St. Stephens Catholic Church and American Legion Post 4906. He worked at Jeep for 32 years retiring in 1982. He loved his Notre Dame Fighting Irish and cheering on the Detroit Red Wings. Benny was an avid golfer, having 2 hole-in-ones to his name. Many people knew Benny for his ability to light up a room or spark a conversation with anyone. He had a passion for lake and ice fishing with Croppie being his fish of choice. From his trips to Canada and Lake Erie he was well known around the area. What Benny cherished most was his beloved family who will miss him dearly.

Benny is survived by his children, Christine (Gary) Harris, Lawrence "Mugsy" Benedict Jr., Kathleen (Michael) Schmidt; grandchildren, Wendy, Adam, Katie, Brenna; great-grandchildren, Christopher, Hannah, Bryant; many great-great grandchildren; brother-in-law, John Zatko; and companion, Joanne Wallace. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Betty Jane; son, Gary Benedict; granddaughter, Chelsea; sister, Barbara Zatko; and son-in-law. Howard "Red" Harris.

The family will receive friends at Eggleston Meinert & Pavley Funeral Home, Oregon Chapel, 440 S. Coy Road, Monday, August, 12, 2024 from 2:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at 1880, Genesee St., Toledo, Ohio, 43605. Expressions of sympathy in Benny's name may be directed to St. Stephens Catholic Church.