Margot Helen Benson

Our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Margot Helen Benson, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 14, 2025, at the beautiful age of 90. She was a woman of deep faith, gentle spirit, and unwavering strength, who embodied the true meaning of kindness. Margot will be remembered as the heart of the family, a loving homemaker whose grace, kindness, and devotion touched everyone who knew her. Born November 1, 1935, in Jackson, Michigan to Donald Leimbach and Gladys Teubner, she attended Jackson High School and Michigan State University. She married Theodore Benson in 1954 and together they shared 39 wonderful years. In her 90 years, she touched many lives with her warmth and endless patience. She excelled in creating a beautiful warm home, where she always had an open door, a listening ear, and arms ready for comfort. She was happiest sharing stories, spending time with friends and family. Her passions were shown with her participation in organizations such as P.E.O. Sisterhood, an organization supporting scholarships and community (https://www.peointernational.org/make-a-gift/#donate), and MSU Extension, an organization helping people improve their lives by bringing the knowledge and resources to individuals, communities and businesses (https://www.canr.msu.edu/outreach/giving/). She’s survived by her devoted children, Susan (Steve) Whitener, Thomas (Louise) Benson, Beverly (Jon) Weist and Phillip (Elvie Avilez) Benson. Margot’s joy multiplied with each new generation. She leaves behind her cherished grandchildren; Noah (Meredith) Whitener, Adam (Alina) Whitener, Joelle (Michael) Winters, Nolan Groeb, Michael Weist, Matthew (Allison) Weist, Mark (Jennifer) Weist, Logan Benson, Blake (Chris) Lee, Bianca (Pat) Alwell and Nina Lyon. She also took delight in her six great-grandchildren: Lillian Weist, Pepper Whitener, Milo Whitener, Emerson Lee, Weston Lee and Odin Alwell. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Theodore. A celebration of Margot’s life will be held in the Spring. Details will be posted on the Robison-Bahnmiller Funeral Home website once finalized. In lieu of flowers, the family would welcome donations to one of her favorite organizations above mentioned, or donate to your favorite charity or place of worship. Margot will be deeply missed by all who knew her, but her warmth and kindness will live on in the hearts of those she touched. Please leave a memory you have of Margot and sign her guestbook by visiting www.rbfhsaline.com Arrangements entrusted to the Robison-Bahnmiller Funeral Home in Saline.

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Margot Helen Benson

November 1, 1935 - December 14, 2025