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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 left at www.carsonfuneralhomes.com