Owner of Kurt’s Custom Tool & Die
Peacefully in Midland surrounded by family on February 26, 2025 at the age of 82. Predeceased by his spouse Bogda. Loving father of Andrew (Lydia) Benke and step father to Peter (Wiola) Detembal and Monica (Chad) Smith. Loving Bakar ‘Grandfather’ to Max, Amelia, Nicole, Bella, Aubree and Brody. Survived by brothers Armin (Gloria) Benke and Otto (Kim) Benke. Always loved and remembered by his nieces and nephews Ron, Christina, Rick, Karen and Andrea. Sadly missed by other dear family members and many friends. The family will receive guests for visitation on Saturday March 8th, 2025 at Carson Funeral Home – J.H. Lynn Chapel, 290 First St. in Midland (705) 526-6551 from 11am to 1pm at which time we will celebrate his life in the chapel starting at 1pm. A reception luncheon will follow. Cremation has taken place. If desired in lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Red Cross or the Parkinson’s Foundation and are greatly appreciated.
Online condolences and memories may be left at www.carsonfuneralhomes.com
Condolences
Hans Kraus
Mar 10, 2025I met Kurt around 1970 when we used to work at the same company. We later started our own businesses - Kurt moved up to Midland and I stayed in Toronto. We kept in touch over the years as Kurt would visit me occasionally even once driving his DKW in to show it to me. The last time I saw him was about 2 years ago when our friend Herbert and I visited him in Midland. Unfortunately, after that lunch, we lost contact. I was sorry to hear about his passing.
Barbara Benke
Mar 8, 2025I am so sorry to hear of Kurt’s passing. My condolences to Andrew and family, and to Otto and Armin. And of course to Bogda’s children, and all of the grandchildren. I have many great memories of Kurt.