So sorry I couldn't be there to celebrate Marie's amazing life. A wonderful Aunt & fond memories of our phone calls on a Wednesday afternoon, after my Club day in Auckland, with Marie always asking what my score was & what my handicap was now. Enjoyed our lunches out which were always a delight. Condolences to all the family.

To the Benton family, Marie was an active member of the Westend Croquet Club, for many years. Her friendship was valued and her smile always welcoming. Her playing ability was admired by many. Our sympathy to you on this sad time. She will be missed. Kind regards Westend Croquet Club

The West End (NP) Bowling Club family offer sincere sympathy to Gavin Benton and family on the loss of Marie Benton.. May you all celebrate her long life with many happy memories at this sad time Molly Nagle, Club Captain, WEBC..

Aunty Marie was such a great lady to have had in our lives. Always smiling and interested in hearing our news. Forever in our hearts 💗. Sorry we couldn’t be there today. Sending love to all her family. Tony and Pam Xx

Deepest sympathy to allthe Benton families. So very sorry to see that Marie has passed away.. she was an amazing person Kind regards rom Raewyn and Pat Bishop

Deepest sympathy to all the Benton family. Thinking of you at this very sad time. She was an amazing woman With fondness From Yvonne Hildred

To the Benton family and to all of those who loved Marie, our condolences to you all at this sad time x

A wonderful woman. Marie and her family will always be remember by our family as a person who was great to have a game of golf with, share a yarn and many children would have benefited from her days in the classroom. RIP Marie

So sorry to hear of your sad loss. Your mum was such a lovely lady. Sincere condolences to all of your family. From Jeanie and all the McEwans

Condolences to all the family with the passing of Marie. Fond memories going back some 75 years of a young school teacher. A lovely lady. Zena and Rod

So very sorry to hear of Marie’s passing, she was the most wonderful woman and I have the loveliest memories of her. Thinking of you all and sending love from us all x Petra, Dan, Sly and Misha xxx

Sorry to learn of the passing of your dear mother.She was a wonderful lady.Bob Fowles.