Brian Robert Benard, age 64, of Redford Township, Michigan passed away on November 29, 2021 in Escanaba Michigan.
He was a multi-talented artist with a passion for painting, and loved creating abstract surrealist art. He was also a loving Father and Grandfather, Brother and Son.
Brian is survived by his two daughters, Carrie Hayen and Jill Benard; grandchildren, Isiah Benard, Dakota Hayen, Cristian Hayen; parents, Duaine (Juanita) Benard.; siblings, Michael Benard, Renee Parsons and Daniel Benard, as well as many Nephews and Nieces.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Roberta (Moore) Benard. brother, Christopher Benard. and nephew, Robert Larson.
Memorial services will be held at a later date and inurnment service will take place in the Spring at the Fernwood Cemetery in Gladstone.
The Benard family is being assisted by the Skradski Funeral Home in Gladstone.
kathy tyner - GLADSTONE, MI
We remember the good times when family got together at grandmas. Will miss you cuz and love you. Will meet again some day.❤
Prayers to his family during this time. Glad Carrie you got some time with him.
Isiah Benard - Lapeer , Mi
Love you Grandpa, so thankful that we were able to spend much more time together these past few years. Thank you for the smiles, pocket knives and good looks that you passed on to me. Love you Grandpa
Jill Benard - NYC, NY
Dad,
I will miss you each day.
Most of all, I am proud of you for how strong you were until the end.
I will miss how you laughed at all my jokes. We shared our sense of humor, amongst many other things.
Isiah and I will keep you in our hearts and minds always.
Watch over us.
Much love, Jill
Janice Lawson - Apache Junction, AZ
Love you Brian and thank you for the amazing children you brought into this world.
Marilyn Sue Burroughs - Escanaba, MI
Sorry for your loss, Dr. Hayen. You & your family are in my thoughts & prayers.