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Sgt. Benjamin McKenzie (November 23, 1943 – December 26, 2023)

Postell's Mortuary Chapel

Visitation: Wednesday, January 3, 2024
Visitation Time: 4:00 – 6:00 PM
Visitation Location: Postell’s Mortuary Chapel
811 North Powers Drive
Orlando, Florida

Service Date: Thursday, January 4, 2024
Service Time: 11:00 AM
Service Location: Postell’s Mortuary Chapel
811 North Powers Drive
Orlando, Florida

Obituary:

Sgt. Benjamin McKenzie, 80, of Orlando, departed this life on Tuesday, December 26, 2023. Benjamin was born on November 23, 1943 in Louisville, Alabama to the late Willa Mae and Odies McKenzie. Benjamin served in the US Army and earned the rank of Sergeant prior to his discharge in 1970. During his military service, he was awarded a National Defense Service Medal. After his military service, he owned and operated Ben’s Muffler Shop for over 50 years off Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando. He was a member of both the American Legion Post 286 and the Volture Locale 202.

Benjamin was a dedicated family man. He instilled love, wisdom, and Christian values for all of his family to follow. Ben, as he was affectionately known, was a devoted husband, father, brother, grandfather and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

He is survived by his devoted wife, Diana McKenzie, daughters, Laurie, Carmen (Steven), and Cindy, son, Chris (Joni), sister, Ruth, 11 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, and a host of other relatives and many friends. He was preceded in death by his father (Odies), his mother (Willa Mae), brother (Lewis Sr.) and his son (John).

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 3, 2024 from 4-6PM at the mortuary. A service of celebration will be held on Thursday, January 4, 2024, 11:00 AM at Postell’s Mortuary Chapel, Orlando. Interment: Cape Canaveral National Cemetery, Mims, FL with full military honors.

12 Comments

  • Monica Mansel-Geneville Posted December 30, 2023 3:35 pm

    We will miss you Uncle Ben – love Moni❤️

  • Sandy alsbaugh Posted December 30, 2023 8:08 pm

    Iam so sorry to hear this Ben was the best friend a person could ever have I will miss all ours talks and visits RIP my dear friend

  • Veronica McKenzie Posted December 31, 2023 12:05 pm

    Thank you Uncle Ben for giving me some of the best memories of my entire life. I will never forget everything you taught me about family and unconditional love. You were our Family Patriarch. You held us together and made it look so effortless and easy. You gave us instructions and showed us what family was all about. You really showed us what living the American dream looked like. Thank you for being the best Uncle, friend and father figure. I love you and I’m sure going to miss you.

  • Debbie Hayes Posted December 31, 2023 10:20 pm

    I’m so sorry for your loss. I’m praying for your heart that is hurting. We will miss you Uncle Ben. Rest in peace until we meet again. Love you.

  • LINDA JOHNSON Posted December 31, 2023 11:53 pm

    Rest my friend, I will truly miss you and all the holiday cooking you prepared for us, as well as, repairing my car when I was in dire need of a mechanic. God sent us a true Soldier that didn’t mind fighting, helping, or working for his people. May God give the McKenzie Family comfort and peace during this time. Rest in peace Mr. Ben a/k/a “Joe Bar and Grill”.

  • Lilly , Isaiah , Angel Posted January 1, 2024 4:41 pm

    Rest in peace Grandad 🤍
    Thank you for over 10 years of fireworks , Easter egg hunts , and lighting up the house for the Kids ! Thank you for all of the weekly family dinners and for your guidance and continued love .

    We will miss you.

  • Jacinda Chamblin Posted January 2, 2024 1:43 am

    Ben is always on my mind this time of year. Because we always got his muscle cat calendar with our Christmas card. It’s been a while since the last one was sent when he retired…one of the hardest things he did. He loved the people he worked with and was always available to lend a helping hand. He was a loyal and compassionate man. Despite his hard-fast opinions about some things, he didn’t turn away from someone who thought differently. I loved his sense of humor. It was the kind that left wondering for a moment, “Is he messing with me?” He loved his family and seemed to be the anchor for them all. There’s no doubt they will all deeply miss him, and I pray that their grief is tempered by the memories their time together. I wish that we could be with you all as you celebrate his life and home going. I love you all, and I am blessed for having known Ben Mckenzie!

    • Jacinda Chamblin Posted January 2, 2024 1:45 am

      PS: It was a muscle car calendar.

  • Kevin Preston Posted January 3, 2024 5:20 pm

    I never met SGT McKenzie but I do feel Mille I know him through his daughter, Carmen. Thank you for your many years of service, God Bless.

  • Erin rager Posted January 3, 2024 6:37 pm

    Rip uncle Ben. You were a good friend,man, ECT. Now you can forever play softball and work on cars up in heaven. Rip
    K.C’S DAUGHTER

  • Cynthia Manley Posted January 4, 2024 8:56 am

    My Sincere Condolences to The McKenzie Family, Ben was an Amazing, Caring & Loving man he definitely Loved his Family, Ben & Diane Started The McKenzie & Fryar Family Reunion’’s for many years & what an Amazing Job that was, he will truly be missed & Definitely Loved Bye many, Rest up my dear & Faithful Servant, Prayer’s 🙏🏽💔❤️‍🩹🙏🏽

  • Jaclyn Sanderson Posted January 4, 2024 7:18 pm

    My deepest sympathies and condolences to the McKenzie family for their loss. I have the privilege of knowing his daughter Carmen and can feel all his values shining through in her. Sending prayers and hugs to the entire family.

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