BENNER, Anna M. – Passed away on May 1, 2017 surrounded by family at Riverview Care Center. Anna was born in Bottineau, ND on December 14, 1928. She moved to Spokane at age 14. Anna worked at several restaurants in Spokane as a waitress and then a cook. Anna is survived by her son, Paul (Judy); daughter, Paulette; grandchildren, Debi (Randy), Kathie (Stacy) and Terri; 6 great grandchildren; 3 great-great grandchildren; and brother, Michael (Moline, IL). Anna is preceded in death by her husband, Elmer; her parents; daughter, Lynne; and grandson, Larry. A graveside service will be held on Monday, May 8, 2017 at 2:30 p.m. at Greenwood Memorial Terrace, Spokane, WA. Anna’s family would like to thank Riverview Care Center for their care and friendship to Anna and her family. RIPLINGER FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, SPOKANE, WA assisting the family.