John F. Bensik, 96, stepped into the arms of Jesus on October 20, 2020. He was born September 13, 1924 in Pueblo, Colorado to Minnie C. Bensik and George A. Bensik. He attended Central High School, until he was called to serve in the United States Navy from 1942-1948. After serving, he worked in the Wire and Nail Mill at CF&I, and eventually joined the Pueblo Fire Department. John served 28 great years with the fire department from 1954-1982.
John was a member of the BPOE #90, The Fraternal Order of Eagles, City Park Senior Golf League, and various bowling leagues. He loved his garden, golfing, bowling, fishing, camping, and trips to Cripple Creek. John was a devoted husband, father and grandfather who loved his family. John was preceded in death by his loving wife Alberta Bensik, his brother, George, and his parents.
He is survived by his daughter Lorrie (Larry) Russell; son John “Rookie” (Barb) Bensik; sisters Mary Jane (Al) Delatore and Dorothy (Keith) Karnes; grandchildren Danny (Emily) Bensik, Marc (Mallory) Bensik, Jared (Sarah) Russell, and Carrie Russell; 6 great grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews, and his faithful caretaker Peggy Miller.
Instead of Flowers, donations can be made to: Shepherds Heart Ministry, PO Box 4808, Parker, CO
A procession led by the Pueblo Fire Department will leave from TG McCarthy Funeral Home (329 Goodnight Ave) at 10am on Saturday, October 24. A short graveside service will be held at Roselawn Cemetery at 10:30am the same day.
