Smith, Benedict W. "Sonny" Age 81 of Columbia Heights passed away peacefully on May 3, 2015. Born in Mpls. Retired from Burlington Northern Railroad. Preceded in death by wife, Darline; granddaughter, Sydney. Survived by children, Craig (Cindy), Sherry (Kevin) and Vicki (Dirk); grandchildren, Katie (Warren), Cindy and Stephanie; 7 great grandchildren; other relatives and friends. Memorial Gathering Friday, May 8th, 12 noon - 3 pm at Cremation Society of MN, 4343 Nicollet Ave. South, Mpls. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the Animal Humane Society. cremationsocietyofmn.com