INFORMATION FROM PHIL HASKETT (RET)
Posted: Sat Nov 18, 2023 11:13 amArthur Benker.jpeg
Arthur James Benker, 81, of Huntley, died peacefully at his home November 13, 2023, with his family by his side. Arthur was born March 25,1942 the son of Michael and Frances Benker. On June 1, 1963, he married Anna (Ann) Danno. For 37 years Art worked for the Chicago Fire Department as a watch commander at the 911 call center. Art was larger than life, he always put family first and would have daily phone calls to check on his family and friends. He was a man of strong faith and was blessed to be able to practice his Catholic religion. He loved food, eating it, cooking it, and sharing it with others. Art was a great story and joke teller. He was a loving son, husband, father, Poppy, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend who will be missed by all who knew him. He is survived by his wife, Ann, his children, Steven Benker, Allison (Vito) Parise, and Kristine Benker (Rick Ebel), by his grandchildren, Vanessa (Devin), Gianna, Mia, and Samantha. He is also survived by his brothers, Robert “Bob” Benker, and Dennis (Flo) Benker and by his sister-in-law, Virginia. Art was preceded in death by his parents and by his brother, Michael and sister, Gloria. A visitation will be held on Friday, November 17, 2023, from 3-8pm at DeFiore Funeral Home-10763 Dundee Road, Huntley. A Second visitation will be held on Saturday, November 18, 2023, from 12-1pm at St. Mary Church with a funeral Mass at 1pm- 10307 Dundee Road, Huntley. The burial will be at Huntley Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation https://bearnecessities.org/ or Chicago 100 Club www.100clubchicago.org. For further information please contact the funeral home at 847-515-8772 or online condolences may be directed to www.defiorefuneral.com.
From: <bdu4@aol.com>
Sent: Friday, November 17, 2023, at 11:28:16 AM MST
Dear Fellow CPD AZ Retiree,
Unfortunately, our monthly luncheon was cancelled at the last minute because Casino Arizona closed the Eagle Buffet on Wednesday. I was not given any notice other than the day before. I have been in contact with the casino food manager, Laura, and she apologized for the late notice. She indicated that Casino Arizona wanted to cut down on food costs and labor costs, so they shut it down on Wednesday. This makes no sense to me, when you have a captive audience there and it is a Wednesday. The buffet is now open Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Higher prices prevail on late Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. She also indicated that she could accommodate us on either a Thursday or Friday at the same price we are paying now.
In the last few days, I have had comments from some of our members about changing the venue. Brian Kratz was in contact with an Italian Restaurant Pizza place at Via De Ventura and Pima. The owner said he could give us a corner with a days’ notice. It is something to consider. Others in the west and N/W valley want something out West. Still no suggestions.
It is very difficult to please everyone. For the last 23 years I know, this luncheon has been in the Scottsdale area. If people want to change this and have something west and east let me know. In the meantime, if people wish to continue at Casino Arizona on Thursday or Friday, please get back to me on the preferred day. Do you wish to continue Thursday or Friday? LET ME KNOW.
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4 Dec. 2023 20th District Christmas Party!
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5 Dec. 2023 1st District Sneaker Ball Holiday Gala!
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5 Dec.2023 The 6th District Holiday and Retirement Party!
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Arthur James Benker, 81, of Huntley, died peacefully at his home November 13, 2023, with his family by his side. Arthur was born March 25,1942 the son of Michael and Frances Benker. On June 1, 1963, he married Anna (Ann) Danno. For 37 years Art worked for the Chicago Fire Department as a watch commander at the 911 call center. Art was larger than life, he always put family first and would have daily phone calls to check on his family and friends. He was a man of strong faith and was blessed to be able to practice his Catholic religion. He loved food, eating it, cooking it, and sharing it with others. Art was a great story and joke teller. He was a loving son, husband, father, Poppy, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend who will be missed by all who knew him. He is survived by his wife, Ann, his children, Steven Benker, Allison (Vito) Parise, and Kristine Benker (Rick Ebel), by his grandchildren, Vanessa (Devin), Gianna, Mia, and Samantha. He is also survived by his brothers, Robert “Bob” Benker, and Dennis (Flo) Benker and by his sister-in-law, Virginia. Art was preceded in death by his parents and by his brother, Michael and sister, Gloria. A visitation will be held on Friday, November 17, 2023, from 3-8pm at DeFiore Funeral Home-10763 Dundee Road, Huntley. A Second visitation will be held on Saturday, November 18, 2023, from 12-1pm at St. Mary Church with a funeral Mass at 1pm- 10307 Dundee Road, Huntley. The burial will be at Huntley Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation https://bearnecessities.org/ or Chicago 100 Club www.100clubchicago.org. For further information please contact the funeral home at 847-515-8772 or online condolences may be directed to www.defiorefuneral.com.
From: <bdu4@aol.com>
Sent: Friday, November 17, 2023, at 11:28:16 AM MST
Dear Fellow CPD AZ Retiree,
Unfortunately, our monthly luncheon was cancelled at the last minute because Casino Arizona closed the Eagle Buffet on Wednesday. I was not given any notice other than the day before. I have been in contact with the casino food manager, Laura, and she apologized for the late notice. She indicated that Casino Arizona wanted to cut down on food costs and labor costs, so they shut it down on Wednesday. This makes no sense to me, when you have a captive audience there and it is a Wednesday. The buffet is now open Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Higher prices prevail on late Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. She also indicated that she could accommodate us on either a Thursday or Friday at the same price we are paying now.
In the last few days, I have had comments from some of our members about changing the venue. Brian Kratz was in contact with an Italian Restaurant Pizza place at Via De Ventura and Pima. The owner said he could give us a corner with a days’ notice. It is something to consider. Others in the west and N/W valley want something out West. Still no suggestions.
It is very difficult to please everyone. For the last 23 years I know, this luncheon has been in the Scottsdale area. If people want to change this and have something west and east let me know. In the meantime, if people wish to continue at Casino Arizona on Thursday or Friday, please get back to me on the preferred day. Do you wish to continue Thursday or Friday? LET ME KNOW.
AND…
4 Dec. 2023 20th District Christmas Party!
Flyer attached:
AND…
5 Dec. 2023 1st District Sneaker Ball Holiday Gala!
Flyer attached:
AND…
5 Dec.2023 The 6th District Holiday and Retirement Party!
Flyer attached: