PALMER, BENNIE RAY Bennie R. Palmer of Milwaukie, died peacefully July 28, 2004, while supported by family and friends after a hard fought battle with lung cancer. Bennie was born December 10, 1932, in Wilson, Okla., and married his wife, Lois J. Palmer, 22 years later. Bennie and Lois planned to celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary December 24th of this year. Together, Bennie and Lois raised five children, four of whom reside in the Portland area. During his life Bennie served our country while enlisted with the United States Marine Corps as an AV electrician and continued his work as an electrician for the balance of his career through the IBEW Local # 11 and later, as an electrical inspector for the City of Tigard. Survivors include wife, Lois; son, Billy; daughters, Lynda Gentile; Judy P. Adler, and Raelynn P. Rackerby; seven grandchildren; one great-granddaughter, three sisters, and numerous extended family members. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Oregon Cancer Society in honor of Bennie.
