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Lillian Bischoff Benton, 65, a native of New Branfels, Tx., and a resident of Houma, La., died at her home while surrounded by her family after a long and courageous battle with cancer at 1:05 p.m. Sunday, July 20.
She is survived by her husband, Jerry A. Benton of Houma; her mother, Elizabeth Breitschoff Bischoff; two sons, Jason Benton and wife, Stephanie, of Houma, and Seth Benton and wife, Aubrey, of Houma; two daughters, Robin Wurzel and husband, Barry, of Austin, Tx., and Holly Andrepont and husband, Rene’, of Austin; one sister, Peggy B. Simmons of Lufkin, Tx.; 16 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.
She was preceded in death by her father, Edward Bischoff.
She was an active member of Grace Lutheran Church in Houma and a realtor with Patterson Real Estate for 22 years. Among her interest were reading (she was an avid reader with a love for words and trivia) and traveling. She was happiest when surrounded by family and friends.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Children’s Hospital of New Orleans, Developmental Office, 200 Henry Clay Ave., New Orleans, La. 70118. Phone 504-896-9375.
Visitation will be 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday, July 23, at Grace Lutheran Church with a memorial service to follow. A second memorial service will be held in New Branfels, her final resting place.
Samart Funeral Home of Houma is in charge of the arrangements.
