Gregory Bento
May 05, 2014
Gregory Bento, 56, passed away Monday, May 5, 2014. He was born July 12, 1957 to Joseph and Dorothy Bento in Des Moines, Iowa.
Greg was born a landscapers son and worked at Bento Landscaping located on the South Side of Des Moines for the early years of his life. He took pride in his work and was a dedicated employee. Most recently he worked for CBRE and had many great friends and co-workers. Greg loved music and was an avid collector. Greg had a very caring and giving attitude towards those he cared for and loved. He had a unique personality with a great sense of humor that made us laugh. He was a very proud Italian.
He is survived by his son, Cory Bento of Des Moines, Iowa; sister, Victoria (Michael) Anania of Lincoln, Nebraska; brother, Lawrence Matherly of Haines City, Florida; and a host of nieces and nephews.
Gregory was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Dorothy Bento; and sister, Patricia Ellis.
Memorial Service in Gregory’s honor will be held at a later date.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the family in loving memory of Gregory.
On-line condolences to www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Carol Arlene Gillette
04/13/2021
Greg we had 5 years of love and I will always miss you. I missed Cory and Ellie also. Sometime life is not fair. I didn't realize you were gone till my son John thought about you and checked the obits. We never got married life interfered with our plans. My dad was very ill and I had to care for him then my mother. They only had me. So we moved on with our lives separate i hope yours was good.Mine was lonely but I choose to care for my parents so they could stay in there home. By the time I came back you had moved on. May God bless you . I'll always love you. Carol💖
Bev Dickey
07/16/2014
I just got my mail and in it a returned birthday card that I sent to Greg last week. I am devastated and heart-sick. Greg and I were friends for over 30 years and he was simply the BEST! RIP my buddy. Cory & family - I am so sorry for your loss. You have my sincerest sympathy.
Cherie (Bahl) Cole
06/19/2014
My sincere condolences to the family. Greg and I were together many, many years ago and I remember him with much fondness. Peace to him always.
Traci Anania Sullivan
05/14/2014
Greg was my uncle. When I think of him, I see his smile and the twinkle in the corner of his eye. I can still hear his laugh as he would tease me... He was my moms little brother but I really think he saw himself as more of a protector, the way a big brother would. Although I didn't get to spend much time with my uncle Greg as I became an adult, I always loved him and enjoyed being around him. You will be missed and were loved by many, Greg. Until we meet again... Tra
Gary pennington
05/11/2014
Greg was a childhood friend of mine through my early 20s. As we grew and went different directions we lost touch, ironically in the last three weeks he came back into my life just in time for me to say hello again.
Take care my friend I hope you found peace.
Diane
05/10/2014
My sincere condolences to Greg's family during this difficult time. May Greg rest in peace. I'll remember his warm smile & how he always, always made me laugh. God bless & give you peace.
Victoria Anania
05/09/2014
My only sibling is gone. Greg was my younger and only brother. I am trying to come to realize I will not see him again. I am hurting and wishing I could have spoken to him to know he had such demons , and try to help him. I will miss him and thank god that my husband Mike has been here to comfort me. .Greg was a kind person and will be missed by many.I will continue to pray that some how he has found peace...
Bill Bernard Jr.
05/09/2014
I am gonna miss Greg, we've had alot of great times together. My thoughts and prayers are with Vickie & Mike, Larry, Rhonda, David & Mary, Brenda & Bert, and Jerry & Edna, May God comfort you in your time of loss.
Rick Davis
05/09/2014
I am so very sorry for your loss. Greg was indeed a wonderful man that knew how to make me laugh. We also listened to the same kind of music, but his collection was so much larger than mine! Many of our conversations were about music and I will miss those conversations.
Cindy Piehl
05/09/2014
In a very deep and caring way, Greg touched more souls than he realized. Prayers to you as you go through this difficult time. Know in your hearts that Greg is at peace and that he will be remembered as a good friend, a lover of music and a proud Italian.
Jody Auxier
05/09/2014
I am so sorry for your family's loss. Greg was a beautiful, lost soul. May he be at peace now and be dancing with the angels. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. RIP.
Mike Anania
05/09/2014
We didn't get a chance to say goodbye
So now we allow ourselves to cry
And in our moments we sit an pray
That we will meet again someday and share the music we loved to play
Chad and Diane Porter
05/09/2014
We are so sorry for your loss. Greg was a treasure and will be truly missed. He could always make you laugh and smile. He will never be forgotten and will always be a part of us.
Rhonda Thomas
05/08/2014
I love and miss him so. Cory please keep in touch with us and give us the opportunity to love you. He was my brother my playmate and my friend RIP my brother.
shelley
05/08/2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Cory. Greg will be truly missed. With all my love.