Edward R. Benedict, 67, Fishers, IN passed away August 25, 2018.

Ed was born April 24, 1951 in Fort Wayne, Indiana to Bolton Benedict and Elizabeth (Wyss) Benedict (Betty). His grandparents were Mr.  & Mrs. H. Benedict of Crockett, Texas and Theodore and Elizabeth (Fox) Wyss of Fort Wayne.  Ed was raised in Fort Wayne and spent five years, from age three to age eight, living with his sister Kay in the home of their maternal grandparents Theodore and Elizabeth Wyss after his father died.  He spent the next ten years in the home of his mother Betty and stepfather Curney Smith.

He was preceded in death by his father, mother, stepfather, and grandparents.

Ed was a 1969 graduate of New Haven High School and a 1974 graduate of Ball State University where he earned a B.A. in Business and Finance and served as president of Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity in 1974.

He spent his career in insurance, with companies including Blue Cross of Ohio, and Paul Revere Insurance.  He was employed as an agent with Thrivent Financial for many years.  He was also a certified financial planner.

His proudest achievement and greatest source of happiness was his three children, Natalie Benedict Payne (Mark), Theodore Paul Benedict (Brandy), and Kyle Edward Benedict (Ashley).  He was a doting grandfather to Austin and Alex Payne, Ty Benedict, and loving step-grandfather to Jaycie Cramer.

Ed was also a loyal and affectionate brother to Kay Benedict and a devoted fiancé to Linda Zuber.

Ed was formerly a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church where he was active in the music ministry and currently attended Cross and Crown Lutheran Church.

He was a member of Millersville Masonic Lodge where he was elevated to the degree of Master Mason in April 2017.  He was also the founder of the Bretton Woods Automotive Enthusiasts Club.

After Ed retired, Ed and Linda enjoyed travelling the world by land and sea, enjoying a Mediterranean cruise, a trip to Australia and New Zealand, and a cruise through the Panama Canal, among many other adventures.  They also enjoying relaxing at Linda’s cottage at Crooked Lake.

Ed remained positive and uncomplaining throughout his long illness. His good cheer and courage in the face of adversity will be an example to all who knew him.   Even in his last days, his first concern was his family.  We pray that he will be received into the arms of his Lord and Savior and enjoy a reunion in Heaven will all those who loved him, most especially his mother Betty.

He is survived by fiancee’, Linda Zuber; sister, Kay Benedict; daughter, Natalie Payne (Mark), son’s, Theodore Benedict (Brandy), Kyle Benedict (Ashley); and four grandchildren.

A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, August 29, 2018 at 2:00 p.m.  with visitation from 12:00 p.m. until time of service at Cross and Crown Lutheran Church 5233 E. 79th Street, Indianapolis, IN

In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation to one of the following…

Cross and Crown Lutheran Church at 5233 E. 79th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46250

Christ the Savior at 10500 E 126th St, Fishers, IN 46038

Community North Cancer Center at 7979 Shadeland Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46250

Wheeler Mission online at https://wheelermission.org/donate-to-wheeler/