Obituary: Michael W. Bensh, 59, Of Redding

Information and Photo Courtesy Spear Miller Funeral Home

REDDING, CT — Michael W. Bensh, 59 of Redding, passed away unexpectedly on Dec. 3, 2023 at Bridgeport Hospital. He was the devoted husband of Valeria Costa Bensh.

Mike was born in Booton, NJ on February 19, 1964 to Nickolas and Elinor Bensh. Mike earned an MBA from UCONN and was a talented electrical engineer, working as the manager of the MEP department at BL Companies. He enjoyed volleyball, a good round of golf, gardening and had a love for his backyard birds. More than anything, Mike loved his family!

In addition to his wife and mother, he is survived by his two sons, Dylan and Tyler. He is also survived by his sister, Melissa Ann Bensh. He also leaves many nieces, nephews, cousins and so many friends that loved him dearly. His willingness to help others and genuine spirit will be missed by so many. He was predeceased by his father, Nickolas Bensh, who passed away in 1998.

Family and friends may visit the Spear-Miller Funeral Home, 39 South Benson Road, Fairfield on Friday, Dec. 8 from 4-7 p.m. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023 at 10 a.m. at St. Patrick’s Church 169 Black Rock Turnpike, Redding. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Connecticut Audubon Society.