Paul Kennedy Benham, 86

March 10, 2025

Paul Kennedy Benham, 86, of Lancaster, passed away Monday, March 10, 2025, at Lancaster General Hospital. Born in Manchester, MD, he was the son of the late Roy K. and Helen May (Strevig) Benham Wagner. Paul was the loving husband of Lois M. (Bensinger) Benham with whom he celebrated 56 years of marriage.

Paul graduated from the ROTC program at Western Maryland College, with a Bachelor’s Degree. He went on to obtain his Master’s Degree in Physics at Franklin and Marshall College.

Paul proudly served in the US Army in Germany and then the Army Reserves where he obtained the rank of Colonel.

Of the Lutheran Faith, Paul was an active member of Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd. He started working for RCA which later became GE, Burle, Phillips, and Bosch, as an Electrical Engineer for 40 years.

Paul was an avid bicyclist, traveling across the country to participate in group cycling events. On one memorable trip, he enjoyed riding alongside Lance Armstrong. He also enjoyed woodworking, photography, snow skiing, bird watching and writing poetry.

In addition to his wife, Lois, Paul is survived by his son Kevin, and his partner, Nick; sister, Janice Croasmun and nephew, Aaron Croasmun, husband of Kate. He was preceded in death by his sister, Amy Benham. Paul is also survived by his close friend, Susan Huber, wife of Glenn.

Interment at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery will take place at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Paul’s memory to the Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, 750 Greenfield Rd, Lancaster.