Twila M. Benjamin

Twila M. Benjamin, a devoted wife, loving mother, and cherished grandmother, passed away peacefully on May 30, 2023, in Nampa, Idaho at the age of 95. Born to Bertha Cusic Montgomery and Ralph Eugene “Monty” Montgomery, Twila began her journey on July 19, 1927, in Colorado. Twila would proudly boast about attending Princeton and Harvard (high schools), sharing the amusing irony of the prestigious institution names. Twila went on to live a remarkable life filled with faith, family, and adventure. Twila's path led her to Caldwell, Idaho, where she met and married William Hiram Benjamin. They were united in marriage on Feb. 20, 1949, and were married for 37 years until Bill’s passing in 1986. They were blessed with seven children, who brought immeasurable joy and pride to their lives. In the late 1950s, Twila and Bill relocated to Royal City, Washington, where they purchased land and forged lasting connections within the community. Twila's passion for faith led her to become a founding member of the Royal City Church of the Nazarene, where she actively participated in various church programs and ministries, including Sunday school, Caravan and Bible quizzing.