Violet R. Benson, age 94, peacefully passed away on Oct. 1, 2014 at Oak Trace, Downers Grove, formerly of Western Springs.  Dearest aunt of John (Janet) Helin, Margaret (Daniel) Eckstrom, Joyce (Paul) Versluis, Peter (Lydia) Benson, Linda (Peter) Zawicki, and great-aunt of 13.  She was a seasonal resident of Bethany Beach, Sawyer, MI.  Memorial Service will be held Saturday, Oct. 18, 2014 at Western Springs Baptist Church beginning at 11am.  Memorial gifts may be sent to Bethany Beach Tabernacle, 1427 Ada Lane, Naperville, IL 60540 (attn: Financial Secretary) or to Western Springs Baptist Church, 4475 Wolf Rd., Western Springs, IL 60558.  Arrangements entrusted to Hallowell & James Funeral Home at 708/352-6500 or www.hjfunerals.com