Born on July 11, 1932, in Schenectady, NY, she was the daughter of the late William E. and Elsie (nee: Pohl) Colvin. A proud graduate of Scotia High School, Class of 1950, Benita began her career at the First National Bank of Scotia.
Her work ethic and dedication soon led her to General Electric at Kesselring Milton, where she contributed her talents for six years. After taking time to raise and care for her family, Benita returned to KAPL, where she continued to work until her well-deserved retirement in August of 1992. Benita's life was rich with interests and activities.
An avid golf player, she found joy in the camaraderie and challenge of the game. Her love for bridge and curling kept her socially active and engaged, while her passion for photography allowed her to capture the beauty of the world around her. Benita had an appreciation for vintage cars and enjoyed attending shows at Proctors with her friends.
Her adventurous spirit was evident in her extensive travels with her first husband, Richard, including memorable trips across the country, the Adirondacks where they enjoyed time at the camp that they built by hand, to Hawaii, and the Caribbean Islands. Even after his passing, Benita continued to explore the globe, visiting Ireland, Wales, England, Germany, Australia, and New Zealand. Benita's commitment to her faith was unwavering.
She was a devoted parishioner at the Church of the Immaculate Conception in Glenville and formerly of St. Joseph's in Scotia. Her community involvement was extensive, including memberships at The Edison Club in Rexford and an 18-year tenure at the Curling Club.
She was also a part of the General Electric Women's Club and the Board of Directors for the Avon Crest North Homeowners Association. Her giving nature extended to supporting the missions of Sunnyview and Ellis Hospital. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her beloved husbands, Richard Morris and John Allaire, and her cherished children, Timothy Morris and Karen Morris and her sister, Althea Haight (William A.
). She is survived by her devoted niece, Brenda Rupsis (Donald); her nephew, Douglas Haight (Sarah); great nephew, William A. Haight I; and her stepchildren, Carol Ploof (Michael), Nancy Allaire, and John E.
Allaire (Lori). She is also survived by step-grandchildren Vivienne Mennis, Kelly Palmer, Lisa Dearstyne, and Matthew Ploof; step-great-grandchildren Micah Dearstyne, Skyler Dearstyne, and Ava Palmer; and several nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, August 30, 2024, at 11 a.
m. at The Church of the Immaculate Conception, 400 Saratoga Road, Glenville. A calling hour will be held from 10 a.
m. until the time of Mass on Friday. Burial will immediately follow at Schenectady Memorial Park, Rotterdam.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, 4 Atrium Dr #100, Albany, NY 12205 or to a charity of one's choice. Arrangements are entrusted to Glenville Funeral Home, 9 Glenridge Road, Glenville and for online condolences please visit glenvillefuneralhome.com .
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