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BENJAMIN (BEN) HECHTER
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BENJAMIN (BEN) HECHTER
It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Benjamin (Ben) Hechter, at the age of 51.
Ben was the beloved husband of Penny for 20 years, and devoted father to Sam. He will forever be lovingly remembered by his mother Gail Hechter and predeceased father Ted Hechter, sister Cheryl Hechter and husband Doron Raphaeli, and brother Joel Hechter and wife Yasamine Jacobs. He will also be sadly missed by his nieces and nephews, brothers-in-law, Greg and Dave, and sister-in-law Leanne.
Ben was born and raised in Winnipeg, MB and made lifelong friends throughout his travels around the world. He was generous, creative and strong in all areas of his life, and always put his family first. Ben was passionate about cooking, fishing, and devoted his career to hospitality services.
We extend gratitude to the staff of CancerCare Manitoba and Riverview Health Centre for their care and compassion.
A funeral service will be held at Congregation Etz Chayim on Friday, November 4, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. Live streaming will be made available on the synagogue's website.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Ben's memory at CancerCare Manitoba or Riverview Health Centre Foundation. Make a donation to
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 04, 2022
Condolences & Memories (15 entries)
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Dear Hechter family. My deepest sympathy for all. So young, so sad. I wish Mishaberach to all the family. much love - Posted by: deborah Avren, debby scharfstein (cousin) on: Nov 13, 2023
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My deepest condolences to all the family. I am so very saddened to hear of his passing. I grew up with Cheryl and our families were friends for generations. I was at their home on Oak Street probably more than I was at my own. I remember many fun evenings when Ben was young, and I'd come over and babysit the boys. He was such a good young man, who grew to be a wonderful father and friend. My heart aches heavily for his loss. May his memory be a blessing. - Posted by: Joy Block (Family friend) on: Dec 01, 2022
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My deepest condolences, Hechtner family. I've worked for Ben for a few short years at Bell MTS Place (now Canada Life Centre). Ben was that manager that supported his staff any way he could. He looked at us as family instead of just employees. He was kind, he listened, he took concerns and tried his best to fix them immediately. Even when he battled cancer, he worked so hard. He made us laugh with dad jokes after every pre-shift meeting and supported us. Ben was a blessing everywhere he went. He will truly be missed but not forgotten. - Posted by: Jemison Valencia (Work acquaintance ) on: Nov 19, 2022
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Dearest Hechter family, Gail, Penny and Sam, Joel and Yasamine, Cheryl and Doron, On behalf of the Hoselton family and the Page/Gombocz family, I offer our deepest condolences. What a sad, difficult journey it has been for your family. I am so sorry for your loss and the loss of such a vibrant young man stolen from his family and his friends. You are in our thoughts and and our hearts. Penny and Sam, Gail and your family, we send strength and peace and courage. Much love, Anne. - Posted by: Anne Page (friend) on: Nov 09, 2022
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Beth and I send our belated but deepest sympathies to Gail, Joel and all members of Ben's family. I have fond memories of Ben as a warm and kind hearted student. When last we met, Ben was at the High Tea Bakery. It was a pleasure and a joy to be with him again as he planned and had baked a beautiful 60th anniversary cake for us. Those few meetings rekindled the earlier warm and friendly relationship. - Posted by: Bernard A Beare (Friend and teacher) on: Nov 06, 2022
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Hello Gail: I am so sorry for your loss. My condolences to you and your family. - Posted by: Tinderpreet (Work Acquaintance) on: Nov 06, 2022
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Dear Gail and family, We were so sorry to hear of Ben's passing. We have fond memories of his affability and fun-loving personality. He had a wonderful spirit and was able to brighten everyone's day. Our sincerest condolences to the entire family. Ray and Michelle Grynol - Posted by: Ray and Michelle Grynol (former teachers) on: Nov 04, 2022
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Condolences to Bens family. I worked for Ben at IGF and also MTS Centre. Although I did not know him well he was always a fair and well liked person. - Posted by: Susan (Work aquaintance) on: Nov 04, 2022
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Ben, what a great boss you were to me when I was just a new immigrant and employee at the new IGF stadium. I am shocked to hear you passed on to Glory. My sincere condolences to his wife, son and all family members. - Posted by: Chinedu Odizia (My Boss) on: Nov 04, 2022
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We knew him through the Down Under Club of Wpg. New Zealand and Australians living in Winnipeg. I am a Kiwi as is Penny, we are very sorry. - Posted by: Terry and Kerry (Friend) on: Nov 04, 2022
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Penny, Sam and family, I am so sorry for your loss. He was a great friend to all who knew him and the world is much less without him in it. - Posted by: Sherri Buss (Friend ) on: Nov 04, 2022
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Sending my love to all of you. - Posted by: Lori Cohen (Friend) on: Nov 04, 2022
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Gail, So sorry to learn of the very sad news of the loss of your son Ben. My condolences to you & your family. - Posted by: Renee Billauer (Acquaintance) on: Nov 04, 2022
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Hello Gail: Danny, Don Anderson and Linda and Wayne Hughes send our deepest condolences to you and your family. - Posted by: Linda hughes (Friend of Gail’s ) on: Nov 04, 2022
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My sincere condolences today to Gail and her family. - Posted by: Jocelyn Greenwood (Acquaintance ) on: Nov 04, 2022