Benny Stoltz

Benny came to East as we Union Cross brats were being dismissed to Parkland. So, we met after high school. I was privileged to record in his studio twice in the late 1990s. Benny and I were finishing an eight-CD retrospective of the ministries with which the Lord has involved me through 67 years. We were seeking a graphics artist, since the one whom Benny had always used passed away unexpectedly during the summer. I noticed that Benny was not responding to my texts. Then, I received a call from his best friend, informing me of his passing. I had seen him only a week or two earlier; and, now, he was already gone. He had seemed to be the picture of health. I hate that I missed the very last events. But, I had the very special blessing of working with Benny on several of his final projects on this side of Heaven. I miss my dear friend, and empathize with Michele in her temporary emptiness. I'm glad, because of Benny's faith, that it is temporary.