Catherine Ronette Benson, age 65, of Colorado Springs, Colorado, passed away on July 5, 2024. She was a resident of Colorado Springs for the last 24 years. Catherine was born on September 9, 1958, to Ronald Henry Shoffner and Edith Sue McCormick in Bakersfield, California. She graduated from Sterling High School in Sterling, Colorado, in 1977
Above all, she was a kind, caring, and loving person. She always put others needs before her own. She always made everyone laugh and smile with her “one of a kind” wit, sense of humor, and her beautiful smile.
Catherine, also known as “Ronnie” to her friends, was a passionate mother and grandmother, whose first priority was always her kids and whose motivation for everything, including work, was to provide the best life possible for them. At home she loved cooking and was always the chef for her children. She also enjoyed traveling and the outdoors. She shared her love of movies, and her obsession for the Denver Broncos, freely. At work she brought that same passion to her customer service roles, always taking care of customers like they were family.
She was preceded in death by her son, Jeremiah Wray Benson; daughter, Janee Benson; parents, Ronald and Edith; and adoptive parents, Everett and Dorthy Duncan.
She is survived by her loving husband, Steven Bartosz of Colorado Springs, CO; child, Jason Michael Benson, and granddaughter, Saria Janee Benson, of Julesburg, CO; her brothers, Steve Shoffner of Rocky Ford, CO, and Rob (Ginger) Shoffner of Aurora, CO; and her nephew, Bryce (Amanda) Shoffner of Colorado Springs, CO. She is also survived by many close family members and friends.
A Celebration of Life / Memorial service will be held at the Shrine of Remembrance at 1730 E Fountain Blvd, Colorado Springs, Colorado on Friday, July 19, 2024 at 2 p.m. Scattering of ashes to immediately follow in the Rose Garden. A reception will follow at 4 p.m. at Antelope Ridge Clubhouse, 4001 Gray Fox Heights, Colorado Springs, CO.
Send flowers care of Catherine Benson Family to the Shrine of Remembrance, 1730 E Fountain Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80910.
Pat
13 Jul 2024Oh Cathy! We have known each other for a long time! You were the one that led me to the Lord one night very long ago. Yes I had everyone else planting seeds too and I’m thankful and blessed for all the love God shared with us ! Your last few years on this earth have been rough and yet you kept your faith! God has plans we don’t always understand but I know you are with the Lord now! I will continue to pray for the ones you loved here on earth. I can’t tell you how many times I see a cute minion meme or something else I can’t share with you anymore. Love and miss you lady ! 🥰
Pat
Steve Shoffner
13 Jul 2024My Dearest Family
We have experienced so much in the last 3year , So much appreciation & gratitude . I thank You God for showing us ✨ love In such a splended Manor. Catherine knew just how to do bring out the best in all of us , with brings me to you Brother Steve , I have never witnessed a husband’s love demonstrated in so much honor as I have in you. Thank You for being the finest extension of her in our family, she lives on in and through you my brother 💖 Respectfully Steve Shoffner
Patricia Bartosz Young
14 Jul 2024My deepest sympathies to Steve and all those that loved Catherine. Her strength and determination to make the best of each day will always be remembered. God bless you,Steve, for being strength for Catherine until she was able to rest in peace. You continue to be in our thoughts and prayers!
Love, Pat and Tom
Scott Mahoy
17 Jul 2024Condolences to you Steve!