Benton J. Bernstecker Obituary (1926 - 2011)

Benton J. Bernstecker, age 85, passed away on October 28, 2011. Preceded in death by his brother, Harlan Bernstecker and son-in-law, Andy MacKay. Survived by his wife, Harriet; daughters, Wendy (Robert) Gardner and Robin MacKay: grandchildren, Mitchell Morris Gardner, Jason Tyler MacKay and Sara Michelle MacKay; sister-in-law, Ruth Rosenthal; nephews, Lee (Stacy) Rosenthal and Brent (Sylvia) Rosenthal. He graduated from The Ohio State University and was a Pharmacist for over 40 years and a member of the Ohio Pharmacy Board. He was a lifetime volunteer for Wexner Heritage House and Hadassah Funeral Service 2 pm on Sunday, October 30th at THE EPSTEIN MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 3232 E. Main St. with Rabbi Michael Ungar officiating. Burial will follow at New Tifereth Israel Cemetery. Shiva will be observed at the Bernstecker residence Sunday - Tuesday evenings. In lieu of flowers, donations are preferred to Congregation Tifereth Israel or donor’s favorite charity.