of Chelsea, Michigan, age 61, died Tuesday, July 30, 2013 at St. Joseph Mercy hospital in Ypsilanti, Michigan. She was born February 29, 1952 in Ypsilanti, Michigan, the daughter of Lloyd & Frances (Glenn) Frye.
Patricia was a Ypsilanti High School graduate. She attended Washtenaw Community College where she earned a nursing degree. Patricia was a member of the Dexter Church of Christ. She worked as a RN at U of M from 1981-1995, she worked in the Holden NICU. She was a strong Christian woman who really loved the Lord and studied the Bible often. Patricia loved to craft and quilt, and truly loved spending time with her grandchildren.
She married Lyndon C. Benjamin in Ypsilanti on Oct. 20, 1972, and he preceded her in death on December 31, 2006. Survivors include two daughters, Angela Benjamin of Chelsea, Rachel Benjamin of Chelsea; one sister, Christine Francher of Alpena; one grandson, Owen Benjamin; and one granddaughter, Ava Rose Benjamin. She was preceded in death by a sister, Claudine Sipe; brother, Richard Frye; and her parents.
Funeral services were held Friday, August 2, 11:00 am at Cole Funeral Chapel, Chelsea, with Carl Whitelaw officiating. A private burial will be held at Oak Grove East Cemetery in Chelsea. The family received friends Thursday, 3-5 & 7-9pm. Memorial contributions may be made to Dexter Church of Christ, 8700 Jackson Rd, Dexter, MI 48130.
#12 jennifer-patrick 2013-10-10 15:15
I Just found out about it a week ago. You have my deepest sympathy.
#11 Becky Gibson 2013-09-01 02:15
I am so sorry to hear of Pat's death. I was her best friend until 12 grade and then we lost contact.I saw her once, on a vacation to Michigan as I had moved to California in 1974. I tried to email the family to catch up, but no one answered my emails. Angela and Rachel, I loved your mother so much. Please contact me if you ever come to CA. Or if you are on Facebook, please look me up. I can tell you some funny stories about her childhood, like when we stole 20 pumpkins from Krogers!!! :-), we were good kids, but eveyone has done 1 or 2 naughty things. She had such a big heart.
#10 L. Kirkland 2013-08-31 18:06
My sincere sympathy to all the family for the loss of your loved one, Patricia Rose. As one who loved and read her Bible, no doubt Patricia realized the hope it promises for a resurrection: "Jesus said, 'I am the resurrection and the life. He that exercises faith in me, even though he dies, will come to life.'" (John 11:25) I hope that all of you will find comfort in this promise, and many others in God's Word. (Psalms 37:29)
#9 Heather Turnbow 2013-08-14 15:57
Angie and Rachel- I am so sorry for your loss. I can not even imagine your grief. I will be praying for you. Your mother was a wonderful woman. I have many fond memories of the middle street house from school years and beyond. My deepest sympathy.
#8 Q. Shackelford 2013-08-08 08:53
Find comfort in God's Word...Rev. 21:4, 5 "God will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away."
#7 Barbara 2013-08-02 11:04
Pat was a blessing to know and we have such fond memories of our times with Ben and Pat. We are reminded at all holidays, of how much fun we are missing on those special days! And all the days in between. I am thankful to have known Pat and appreciate how much she loved our Lord. She was so much more than a friend to me. You all are in our prayers.
#6 GERALDINE FRYE 2013-08-01 16:21
THIS IS HER SISTER IN LAW I WAS MARRIED TO RICHARD FRYE. PAT WAS A GREAT WOMAN THOUGHT ABOUT HER ALOT THROUGHOUT THE YEARS. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL MAY SHE REST IN PEACE. LOVE TO ALL.
#5 Robin Frye 2013-08-01 16:01
PAT WAS MY AUNT AND I HAVENT SEEN HER IN A VERY LONG TIME BUT SHE HAS ALWAYS HELD A SPECIAL PLACE IN MY HEART WHICH IS SADDENED SHE IS GONE SO YOUNG. THOUGHT ABOUT ALL OF YOU OFTEN THROUGH THE YEARS TIME FLYS LETS KEEP IN TOUCH. WITH LOVE AND PRAYERS ROBIN.....MAY YOU REST NOW WITH THE ANGELS AUNT PAT
#4 Janet Glenn-Kendall 2013-08-01 01:56
Pat was my cousin, I remember her smile and visiting her at Aunt Francis and Uncle Lloyd's house when we were young. Its been a long time but my siblings and I remember Pat. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Some of us may make it Thursday or Friday if possible. (Bill and Dorothy Glenn were our parents)
#3 Carolyn Griffin 2013-07-31 23:16
Pat was my sister Lorraine Lucado Gibson's friend and a student of mine in her 10th grade English class at Ypsilanti High School. We'll be praying for her family. Mrs. Carolyn Lucado Griffin
#2 Ken 2013-07-31 17:21
Angela & Rachel, Karen and I extend our sympathy to you and to Owe and Ava. Our prayers are with you. Blessings.
#1 Katie 2013-07-31 12:00
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