Benedict (Ben) C. Webber, age 73 of Eden Prairie, passed away peacefully Tuesday
November 5th, 2019. Preceded in death by his parents Charles and Rita Webber,
brothers Peter and Jerome, father and mother-in-law Elden and June Beckman.
He is survived by his wife of 47 years Connie, daughters Carrie (Leo) Moreno and
Candi (David) O’Hara, son Brandon (Abby) Webber. Also survived by grandchildren
Zach and Alex Moreno, Sophie and Eden Webber, grand-pets Copper and Peanut.
Sisters Pat (Glenn) Shatava and Cathy (Dennis) Gottschalk, brother in-laws Jim
(Sandy) Beckman, Dan (Deb) Beckman, sister in-law Nancy (Steve) Diesslin, and many
loving nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Ben was born on July 11, 1946 in Rush City, MN and grew up on the family farm in Pine
City, MN. For over 30 years, he was a professional over-the-road truck driver and took
pride in driving over 1,000,000 accident free miles. Most recently, he continued his
career as a part-time shuttle driver for the City of Eden Prairie and Elim Shores. He was
President of the Eden Prairie Senior Center Advisory Board and was sought out as a
leader in the community. Ben enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Lovingly
known as “Bumpa” to his grandchildren and “Hobie” to his family, he enjoyed spending
time with them in the outdoors and camping. He will always be remembered for his
attention to detail, punctuality, and strong sense of self.
Visitation 5-8 PM Friday (11/8) at Huber Funeral Home, 16394 Glory Lane, Eden Prairie. Funeral service 11 AM Saturday with visitation starting at 10 AM also at the funeral home. Private interment East Union Cemetery, Carver.
Huber Funeral & Cremation Services
Eden Prairie Chapel 952-949-4970