Patricia Ann Benes

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Patricia Ann Benes, 76, of Gonzales, passed away Thursday, Feb. 25, 2016. Patricia was born Aug. 5, 1939 in Washington D.C., to John and Evelyn Gaume Stutz. Patricia married Charles Thomas Benes on Nov. 11, 1961 in Arlington, Vir. Patricia was a member of St. James Catholic Church.

Patricia was born and raised in Washington D.C. and graduated from Mount Vernon High School in Alexandria, Vir. with the Class of 1958. Patricia worked as a teacher’s aid for the Gonzales Independent School District for nearly 20 years.

She enjoyed going to movies and critiquing the acting as well as scoring the movie. Patricia liked to travel when she could find the time. She was a very good cook and her fried chicken and potato salad drew the family together and was thought to be epitome of comfort food. She enjoyed spending time with her children, especially if that time involved going to the movies. Patricia was a loving and caring wife, mother and grandmother.

Patricia Ann Benes is survived by her husband of 54 years, Charles Thomas Benes of Gonzales; daughters, Dana Allen of Austin, Katherine Benes of Gonzales; sons, David Benes of Gonzales, John Benes and his wife Purcilla of Round Rock; grandchildren, Johnathan Allen and Jessica Allen and she was awaiting the birth of her first great-grandchild. Patricia was preceded in death by her parent. 

Memorial services will be held privately at a later date. Friends may make memorials in Patricia’s name to the charity of one’s choice. 

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Seydler-Hill Funeral Home. 

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