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Barbara J. Benson

March 2, 1943 — October 28, 2024

West Chester

Barbara J. Benson, 81, of West Chester, PA, passed away on Monday, October 28, 2024.

Born on March 2, 1943, Barbara was the daughter of the late Charles and Margaret (née Kennedy) Wojciehowski.

Barbara was a dedicated and respected Catholic high school art teacher. Throughout her 35-year career, she demonstrated unwavering commitment and patience toward her students. Her extensive knowledge of art, combined with her strong faith, made her an invaluable mentor. Barbara's vibrant spirit and high standards left a lasting impact on all who had the privilege of learning from her.

Barbara was the beloved wife of the late Robert D. Benson (Duane); loving mother of the late Shannon Benson, late Jason Benson, Erin (Benson) Gronczewski (Peter), and Joshua Benson (Michele Marzulli); devoted grandmother of Patrick, Abigail, Robert, Sophia, Kate, Anne, Joshua, and Molly; dear sister of Charlene Wojciehowski Roberts (John), Charles “Chuck” Wojciehowski (Nancy Brugnetti), and James Wojciehowski (Joyce Souders).

Relatives and friends are invited to honor Barbara’s life by joining the family for her Visitation, 6:00-8:00 PM, Friday, November 1, 2024, at Donohue Funeral Home, 1627 West Chester Pike, West Chester, PA, and 10:00-11:00 AM Saturday, November 2, 2024, at SS Peter and Paul Church, 1325 East Boot Road, West Chester, PA, followed by her Funeral Mass at 11:00 AM.

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Friday, November 1, 2024

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Donohue Funeral Home - West Chester

1627 W. Chester Pike, West Chester, PA 19382

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Saturday, November 2, 2024

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SS Peter & Paul Catholic Church

1325 Boot Rd, West Chester, PA 19380

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Saturday, November 2, 2024

11:00am - 12:00 pm (Eastern time)

SS Peter & Paul Catholic Church

1325 Boot Rd, West Chester, PA 19380

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