Joann Benia's Obituary
Joann Benia, age 79 of Royal Oak, Michigan and formerly of Madison Heights and Detroit, Michigan passed away peacefully at home on May 16, 2024. She was born on January 19, 1945 in Detroit, Michigan to Walter and Grace (maiden Daughenbaugh) Burns.
Beloved Wife of Charles William Benia. Dear Mother of Tina Marie Gardiner, Charles William Benia and David Matthew Benia. Cherished Grandmother of Miranda Grace Benia and Zachary James Gardiner. Great-Grandmother of Jackson Paul Ray. Sister of Sharon Macklem.
Joann was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She worked in the manufacturing, medical and retail industries during her lifetime and retired from Kroger.
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