Celia

Benzinger

Celia Ann (Ceanne) Benzinger, age 84, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 5, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on September 23, 1942, in Hartford, Connecticut, she was the daughter of the late Francis and Ann (Hominick) Clauson. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Robert Benzinger, with whom she shared 58 years of marriage. Together, they built a life grounded in family, commitment, and devotion to their faith.

Ceanne was a lifelong and devoted member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Exceptionally musical, she generously shared her talents in service to her church for many years as its organist and pianist. Her love of music was an important part of her life and a gift she shared with her church family and community.A graduate of Bacon Academy in Colchester, Connecticut, Ceanne excelled in typing, shorthand, and bookkeeping. She was employed for many years as a customer service representative at a local bank. She was known for her dedication, talents, and willingness to serve others.Her greatest legacy was her family. She is survived by her three siblings, Christine (Clauson) Coates, Arthur (Katherine) Clauson, and Robert (Janice Starr) Clauson; her two children, Ronald (Nereida) Benzinger and Lori (Todd) Crider; and her grandchildren, Tyler (Ellen) Buckley and Emily Buckley; as well as her many nieces and nephews. She was also a proud great-grandmother to Tyler and Ellen's children Solomon (Nash) Buckley and Benjamin (Colt) Buckley, who brought her great joy.

Ceanne's life touched many people through her faith, musical gifts, kindness and love for her family. She leaves behind a legacy of devotion, cherished memories, and a love and faith that will continue through the generations. Though she will be deeply missed, those who knew and loved her will carry her memory in their hearts until we meet again on that great resurrection morning. 

A service celebrating her life will be held on Monday, November 16th, at the Mocksville SDA Church (407 Milling Rd, Mocksville, NC 27028). Family and friends are invited to a wake and visitation from 2:00 p.m. to 2:45 p.m., immediately preceding the funeral service at 3:00 p.m. Following the service, the cortege will proceed to Holly Springs Baptist Church (355 Houstonville Rd. W, Harmony, NC 28634) for graveside burial services. A reception and meal will follow in the church fellowship hall. She will be forever loved, remembered, and missed.

Flowers may be sent to Nicholson Funeral Home located at 135 E Front Street Statesville. NC 29677.