Benne Neil Kusnetzky Obituary (1936 - 2013)

Benne Neil Kusnetzky, 76, passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on Thursday, November 7, 2013. The funeral will be held on Friday, November 8, at 2 p.m., at the Louis Memorial Chapel, 6830 Troost, Avenue, Kansas City, Mo. Burial Kehilath Israel Blue Ridge Cemetery. Kindly omit flowers; the family suggests contributions to Harvesters Community Food Network, 3801 Topping Ave, Kansas City, MO 64129. Benne was a loving husband, father, brother, and friend. He was an intelligent, charming, and gentle man, with a sharp wit and a suave sense of humor. Benne’s only regret was that he was born too early, and hence never had the chance to experience the unknown worlds of the future. Benne was a lifelong Kansas City area resident. As a youngster, he attained the rank of Eagle Scout. After college, he traveled to expand his love of history. His adulthood was devoted to his career as a successful businessman, in which his gift for the gab and his captivating smile earned him fond friends and loyal customers. In family, he found meaning in life, nurturing his wife and children through his devotion. He will be deeply missed. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, Arthur and Bess Kusnetzky and his mother-in-law, Jeanette Pasnik. He is survived by his wife Barbara, his three children, Lara, Ira, and Sara, and his sister, Yalene Kusnetzky.