Carol Ann Benninger

Carol Ann Benninger, née Walter, passed away on August 21, 2026, in Louisburg, Kansas. She was born on February 7, 1940, in Buffalo, New York, and was raised there, remaining in the Buffalo area for many years before later relocating to the Kansas City area.

Carol graduated from Kensington High School in Buffalo with the class of 1959. On July 22, 1961, she married Gene Benninger, beginning a marriage that would remain an important part of her life. She spent most of her working years as a daycare teacher, a role that suited her well. She loved children and loved her work, and her years in daycare reflected the warmth and care she brought to others each day.

She was also deeply creative. Carol enjoyed sewing, made clothing and dolls, and loved a variety of crafts. She was very crafty, and her talents were an expression of both her patience and imagination. Along with her creativity, she was known as a social butterfly who had tons of friends. Her great sense of humor and kind-hearted nature made her a welcome presence wherever she went.

Carol will be lovingly remembered by her daughter, Lois Jackson; her grandchildren, Tricia, Jimmy, Lynnette, Carollynn, and Michael; and by her great grandchildren, Jolee, Sarah, Charlotte, Luke, and Layla. Her family and friends will remember her with affection for the joy, laughter, and kindness she shared throughout her life.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Gene Benninger; her daughter, Sarah McNamara; her brother, Eugene Walter; her father, Albert Walter; and her mother, Lynette Walter.

Carol will be remembered for her kindness, humor, creativity, and the love she gave so freely to children, friends, and family. Her memory will continue to live on in the lives of those who knew and loved her.

A visitation will be held at 1:00 pm, Friday, October 16, 2026, at the Louisburg Baptist Temple, 6961 West 271st Street, Louisburg, Kansas 66053. A memorial service will follow at 2:00 pm.

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