Benkowski, Anton A. Age 81. Went peacefully surrounded by family on May 24, 2009, after suffering with Parkinson's Disease. Beloved husband of Ruth (nee Schweitzer), for 58 years. Loving father of Kevin (Cindy), Mark, Patrick (Linda), Monica (Michael) Meer, Timothy (Annette) and Anthony (Tracy). Proud grandpa of Andrzej, Stefan, Rachel, Anna Mae, Madeline, Allyssa, Owen, Collin, Jacob, Landin, Aidan, Clayton, Natalie, Leya and Casey. Brother of Ilene Stritchko and Andrea (Ronald) Lepak. He was preceded in death by his son, David (Therese Graf) and brother, Edwin (Shirley). The family would like to thank VITAS Hospice Nursing Care and Nicky with Good People Care Giving.Cemetery:Private family inurnment.Visitation:Memorials will be donated to Parkinson's Research. A Memorial Gathering will be held at the Funeral Home on Friday, May 29, from 3-5PM.Service:Funeral Service at 5PM.