December 23, 1975 – August 2, 2023
Benjamin J. Flora, age 47, passed away on August 2, 2023. He was a resident of BethHaven in Colorado Springs for 15 years.
Ben was born on December 23, 1975 to J. Edward and Sharon Flora in Colorado Springs, CO. He attended Cheyenne Mountain High School and graduated in 1994.
Ben enjoyed being in nature, camping, playing music, and hanging out with his friends and family. He accepted Jesus as his personal Savior as a youth.
He is survived by his mother and stepfather, Sharon and Paul Signorelli; stepmother, Leova Flora; sister and husband, Jill and John Lee, and their daughters, Harper and Hannah; his sister and husband, Sarah and Daniel Hankins, and their son, Gage, and daughter, Mia; stepsister and husband, Jennifer and Shane Vincent, and their daughter and husband, Jessica and Jacob Gengler; stepbrother and wife, John and Fumie Signorelli, and their children, Roberto, Marco, and Natalia; and half-brother, Jacob Koontz.
He was preceded in death by his father, J. Edward Flora, and nephew, Jacob Vincent.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 9, 2023 at the Shrine of Remembrance “America the Beautiful” Chapel, 1730 E. Fountain Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO 80910. Private inurnment will be at Evergreen Cemetery.
Memorials in Ben’s name may be made to BethHaven, PO Box 326, Colorado Springs, CO 80901, or NAMI-CS, 1615 S. Murray Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO 80916.
Leova Flora
5 Aug 2023May God Give All Of Ben’s Family and Friends Strength At This
Time Of Sorrow. When sorrow comes you’re not alone for God
Is always there; To strengthen and watch over and keep you in
His care. In His Loving way He’ll ease the grief that’s yours today,
And give you comfort always as you move along life’s way.
With Sympathy and Love… From Leova Flora. Ben and Jay Will
Forever Be In My Heart. Gone But Not Forgotten. Love and Missed.
Carol Wilkerson
5 Aug 2023Dearest Sharon, I’m so sorry to hear about the loss of your son. Please know you and your family are in our prayers: for comfort in your time of sadness, but also for moments of joy when you remember the many wonderful moments you had with Ben.
I know of a pastor who has cerebral palsy. He was asked once how he thinks he’ll feel when, in heaven, he will be made healthy. His answer? He said when we’re finally in the presence of the Lord, his magnificence will so great that all we’ll be able to do is praise him! That our bodies being healed will seem like a minor thing compared to meeting him face-to-face.
Love and blessings always. Carol and Dave Wilkerson
Jen Bonicelli Carmichael
6 Aug 2023Ben and I went to school together at Cheyenne. I remember him as a quiet, kind and gentle soul. He will be missed. My deepest condolences to his friends and family.
Jeremy and Sondra Rierson
7 Aug 2023As friends of Sarah and Danny and Jill and John we wish to extend our heartfelt sympathies to you all.
John Lewis
7 Aug 2023May you be comforted by warm and wonderful memories. Ben was a kind, friendly, and gentle soul. The BethHaven family will miss his presence in our lives and community.
Ayn Maddox
8 Aug 2023Sharon and Paul,
My heart is with you both. I am wrapping you all in prayer right now.
Ben reminded me so much of Kenny, composed so similarly…
LOVE you, Ayn
Adin DeGeare
8 Aug 2023I’m so sorry to hear this. Ben was a kind hearted person. I remember his smile and witty comments. My condolences to you all.
Linda Schwarz
8 Aug 2023Dear Sharon, Paul and Family,
I am sending thoughts, and prayers to you during this time of loss.
Ted Anderson
8 Aug 2023Ben was a wonderful childhood companion. We spent time together during our elementary years exploring the Skyway neighborhood, playing computer games in his basement and taking trips with Paul to the observatory to camp and look at the stars. He was one of the most genuine and kind souls I’ve had the privilege of knowing. My deepest sympathies to his family during this time of grieving and may Ben be at peace.
Susan McMullen
9 Aug 2023Sharon, my deepest condolences on the loss of your son. I did not know your son personally but I have heard your Mother’s heart as you have spoken of him. You will always have him in that special place forever; you will absorb that sorrow with God’s love and grace. May the Lord comfort and keep you strong during your time of grieving. Be blessed my friend, and draw close to Him, those you love and who love you.