General Information
Full Name: Minnie Benson
Date of Death: September 18, 2025
Minnie Benson, a beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother passed away peacefully on September 18, 2025, in Waldwick, NJ. She was born on December 24, 1928, in Brooklyn, NY.
Minnie was preceded in death by her loving husband of 67 years, Albert Benson, in 2018. They raised their family, the large one Minnie always dreamed of, in Fair Lawn, NJ. A proud graduate of Hunter College in New York, Minnie earned her degree in Education and later received a master’s degree from William Paterson University. She enjoyed a long and rewarding career as an elementary school teacher in Fair Lawn before retiring in 1994.
Minnie had a zest for life and always had a smile on her face. Whatever she took on became a passion—whether it was playing bridge with her husband, tennis with her girlfriends, or organizing countless social events. She and her husband Al also shared a love of travel which they enjoyed once they both retired. Above all, Minnie’s family was her greatest joy.
She was the proud mother of four: Ira Benson and his wife Nancy of Oldwick, NJ; Karen Papsin and her husband Rick of Lavallette, NJ; Stuart Benson and his wife Jodi of Montville, NJ; and Ellen Benson of Wyckoff, NJ. She was pre-deceased by her son-in law, Jim Judd, in 2020. Her love for her grandchildren was endless. Minnie was the cherished grandmother of eleven: David Benson (Jillian,) Jeffrey Benson, Michael Papsin (Nicole,) Steven Papsin (Sarah,) Brian Papsin (Julia,) Scott Papsin, Tyler Benson, Corey Benson, Carly Benson, Samuel Judd, and Benjamin Judd. She also leaves behind her seven great-grandchildren: Asher and Andi Benson, Madison and Carter Papsin, Brody and Aiden Papsin and Sofia Papsin.
Minnie’s positive outlook on life was contagious to those around her. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
Graveside Services will be held Sunday, September 21, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Cedar Park Cemetery, 735 Forest Avenue, Paramus, NJ.
Donations can be made to St Jude Children’s Research Hospital or to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Service Information
Sunday, September 21, 2025
11:00 AM
Service and Burial At:
Cedar Park Cemetery
735 Forest Ave, Paramus, NJ 07652
Condolences to former high school friend Ira on the passing of his beloved mother.
This is a belated memory but Minnie Benson was my best friends’ mom and I loved her. From arranging tea party for karen and her lucky friends when we were school girls to sticking Hershey bars that i loved to eat when i came over to play- I always thought she was the best mom! She was always laughing and cheerful even in her last few years. She was such a part of my growing up and she raised an amazing family.