Marcia Lois Benedict

Marcia Lois Benedict, 71, of Cheyenne died August 17, 2014. She was born March 8, 1943 in Wichita, KS, to Charles Byron and Lois Annetta Peak. Her family moved to Missouri when she was very young. She attended schools at Clarence, Shelbina, and Lakenan, MO. She graduated from Shelbina High School in 1961.
Marcia first met Wayne Benedict at 4-H events and they began dating in high school. After graduation Marcia attended Bible College in Moberly, MO, and Gem City Business College in Quincy, IL.
Wayne and Marcia were married July 27, 1962, in Shelbina, MO, while Wayne was on leave from Air Force Tech School.
Marcia had many hobbies that included reading, sewing, watching old movies, and spending time with family. She worked as an administrative secretary for the State of Wyoming for over 20 years. In her retirement she was the secretary for her church, Cheyenne Church of Christ.
Marcia is survived by her husband, Wayne, and children, Lynda Paulson, Chuck Benedict, Kim McLees, all of Cheyenne, and six grandchildren, as well as 3 sisters and 1 brother; Myrna Schroy, Charla Funk, Connie Schwieter, and Learel Peak all of Missouri.
Marcia was preceded in death by her parents and in-laws.
Cremation has taken place at Wiederspahn-Radomsky Chapel. A memorial service will be held at Cheyenne Church of Christ on Thursday, August 28, 2014 at 3:00 p.m.
Contributions may be made to Cheyenne Church of Christ, 4707 Allan Road, Cheyenne, WY 82009, for various missions.