Benham, Barbara Jean age 74, of Minneapolis and Garrison, passed away July 15, 2016. Barbara was a loving and caring woman to whom family was everything. She was married to her loving husband, Richard, for 58 years. An avid reader with a sharp wit and a great sense of humor. An outstanding cook whose meals were legendary. She loved to knit, making numerous items for her family as well as many charities. Although she has gone from us now to be with God her loving and generous spirit will remain with us always. Preceded in death by parents, George and Lorraine Bentley and sister, Joyce Garcelon. Survived by husband, Richard; brother, George (Sherie) Bentley, Jr.; children, Jody (Thomas) Johnson, Richard (Laurel) Benham, Jr., Wendy (William) McGie and Jennifer (Phil) Doughty; 15 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren and many other relatives and friends. Celebration of Life/open house will be from 12-3 pm, Saturday, August 6 at their home in Garrison Township, 27029 State Highway 18, Brainerd, MN 56401.