James Benka

James "Jim" Benka found deserved peace on Wednesday January 14, 2015. Preceded in death by his parents Peter & Lillian Benka and brother Jerry Benka. Survived by his wife of 51 years, Stefani (nee Ratz); daughters Christine (Tony) Gutowski; Kathy (Mark) Meyers; proud grandfather to Mackenzie & Julia Meyers and Jacek & Gerik Gutowski; sister-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, many cousins & friends. Cudahy native & high school quarterback, tennis player and basketball star; Marquette Warrior basketball player; USTA Western doubles tennis champion; Oak Creek High School educator & coach for 38 years. "You are at peace and once again whole; swinging a racket and shooting a fade away jumper. You will be missed by many." Memorial Mass 11:30 am on Monday January 19, 2015 at Divine Mercy Parish, 800 E Marquette Ave, South Milwaukee, WI 53172. The family will greet relatives and friends at the church on Monday from 9:00 am until time of Mass. Private Burial. In lieu of flowers, donations to the National Parkinson Foundation, appreciated.