Michael J. Benyo . . . . . . Times News . . . . . . .June 25, 2004

Michael J. Benyo, 73, of Lakeland, Fla., formerly of Coaldale, died Wednesday (June 23) in his home. He was the husband of the late Roseann (Holbrook) Benyo.

He formerly resided in Knoxville, Tenn., where he was employed by the Tennessee Valley Authority.

Born in Coaldale, he was the son of the late Andrew and Mary Ann (Zulick) Benyo.

A graduate of the former Coaldale High School, he also continued his education at the University of Minnesota.

The deceased served in the U.S. Navy.

Surviving are two sons, Michael and Jonathan, and a daughter Laura, all in Minnesota; three sisters, Mary Ann, wife of the Rev. John Bohush of Philadelphia, Joan Ellen, wife of Michael Frendak of Lansford, and Nancy, wife of Nicholas King of Coaldale; a granddaughter and several nieces and nephews.

He was also preceded in death by a brother Andrew; and a grandson David.

Funeral services and burial will be held in Knoxville.