Kathleen C. Benedict
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Kathleen "Kathy" C. Benedict passed away from complications brought on by multiple sclerosis (MS) on December 1, 2021, at the age of 78. She passed away in her Burnsville home, surrounded by her loving family.
After more than 20 years in a wheelchair, she is now walking with her Lord. Kathy was born to John and Elva Kopitski on January 26, 1943. She lived on the family farm in Taunton, MN and attended Minneota High School. Kathy moved to Minneapolis in 1964 and began working at First National Bank. She met her husband, LeWayne, in 1966; they married in 1967 and began raising a family shortly after.
Kathy's greatest joy was her family. She enjoyed spending time with her 4 sons and 8 grandchildren. Her generosity and kindness were surpassed only by her strength and courage in her fight with MS. Her life and presence in this world will be missed beyond measure.
She is survived by her husband of 54 years, LeWayne; sons Ryan (Leah), Evan (Sara), Erik (Kasia), and Scott; grandchildren Matthew, Jakub, McKayla, Luke, Carter, Isaac, Adisen, and Joshua; brother Jack (Karol) Kopitski; and many nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held Thursday, December 9 from 5-8 PM at White Funeral Home, 12804 Nicollet Ave, Burnsville. Funeral Friday, December 10 from 11-12 PM with visitation 1 hour before at Mary Mother of the Church, 3333 Cliff Rd, Burnsville; luncheon immediately to follow. Burial will be Monday, December 13 at 12:30 PM at Fort Snelling National Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers please donate to the Multiple Sclerosis Society www.nationalmssociety.org