Anna Mae Benjamin, 79 of rural Tyro, Kansas passed away on Thursday, August 8, 2024, at Medicalodge of Coffeyville.
She was born Anna Mae Hill on January 8, 1945, in Vinita, Oklahoma to Benjamin F. and Bessie Mae (Elder) Hill. Her family lived in Centralia, Oklahoma before moving to rural South Coffeyville where she attended school in Lenapah, Oklahoma.
Anna married Bill Payne and they had two children, Tracie and Stacie.
She married Bill Sunday and they had three children, Billie, Roger, and Misty.
In July 1985 Anna married James W. "Benny" Benjamin. Following their marriage they made their home near Tyro, Kansas until Benny passed away on May 20, 2019.
Anna was a woman whose love for life and family knew no bounds. Anna's journey was always guided by her unwavering spirit and the enduring love she held for her family and friends and her fur baby’s. Anna spent many of her years working at Walmart, Country-Mart and lastly at Comforting Angels in Coffeyville, Kansas, a testament to her generous heart and dedication to uplifting others. Her vibrant personality and warm spirit brought comfort to those who were fortunate enough to cross her path, Anna knew no stranger.
Anna was a lover of the great outdoors, with camping at Copan Lake being one of her favorite pastimes. She would often invite her family and friends to join her getaway, fondly referring to it as the Copan Country Club. Anna was also an avid reader and a passionate fishing enthusiast. Anna’s favorite team was the OSU Cowboys “pistols firing” was her saying. Sharing a birthday with Elvis Presley started her love for his music. Yet, what mattered most to Anna was her family. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother. Her family was her pride and joy, and she cherished every moment spent with them.
Anna is survived by her daughters, Tracie Eskew, Stacie (Rob) Hough, Billie Sunday-Henderson, and Misty (Josh) Duncan, and her sister LaHonda (Ron) Choate, 11 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and twin great-great grandchildren. Her lifetime friend Roger Bowshier.
She is predeceased by her father Benjamin Hill, mother Bessie Hill-Graffham, husband Benny Benjamin, and son Roger Sunday, and her stepson Dale Sunday, her four brothers Richard “Starchy” Hill, Charles E. Hill, Clarence “Pete” Hill, James O. “J.O.” Hill, Howard “Billy” Hill.
Friends and family are invited to celebrate Anna's life on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at 1:00 pm at South Coffeyville United Methodist Church, 600 Park Blvd, South Coffeyville, Oklahoma, with Pastor Pamela Peck officiating.
The family will receive friends on Monday, August 12, 2024, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at David W. Barnes Funeral Home, 306 North Cline Road, Coffeyville, Kansas, 67337.
Anna's life was a testament to the power of love and the strength of family. She will always be remembered for her infectious laughter, her warm heart, and her unwavering dedication to those she loved.
We invite you to share your memories of Anna and upload photos to her memorial page at www.dwbfh.com.
David W. Barnes Funeral Home of Coffeyville is in charge of arrangements.
