Donald E. Benham, 92 of Batavia, passed away peacefully on Wednesday (January 1, 2025) at Brothers of Mercy Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.
He was born March 25, 1932 in Buffalo, NY, a son of the late Harry and Daisy Mae Setzer Benham.
Donald served his country with the U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. He was employed by Eastman Kodak prior to his retirement. He enjoyed gardening and working around his home.
He is survived by his daughters, Debra (Thomas Rossi) Columbo of Rochester, Laura Finch of Batavia, Sally (Harry) Brown of West Barre and Janine (Kenneth) McKenrick of Batavia. Sons, Robert Benham of Cuba and Donald (Jennifer) Benham of Cuba. Longtime friend, Charlotte Fico. Also survived by several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
He was the brother of the late Florence Benham, Wilma Benham and Mae Gullion.
Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.mcandrewfuneralhome.net.
ARRANGEMENTS WERE ENTRUSTED TO THE J. LEONARD McANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 2 BOGUE AVE., BATAVIA, NY 14020. RONALD KONIECZNY II, DIRECTOR.
