Christine "GiGi" Marsden Benjamin, 88, of Columbia, died Wednesday, March 18, 2020. Born on September 8, 1931 in Youngstown, OH, she was the daughter of the late Christopher and Louise Stuart Marsden.

Christine was devoted to her husband, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and especially God. A member of Northeast Presbyterian Church, she always had a helping hand for those in need. Christine enjoyed playing bridge, attending her church circles and always adored time with family and friends.

Survivors include her daughter, Marybeth Gawrys (Don) and Rick Benjamin; grandchildren, Robbie, Michael, Charise and Blake; four great grandchildren as well as her brother-in-law, Sheridan Weaver. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Paul Benjamin.

The funeral service for Mrs. Benjamin will be private. Shives Funeral Home, Trenholm Road Chapel, is assisting the family. A livestream will be available 4 o'clock Sunday, August 2nd by visiting https://www.shivesfuneralhome.com/current-webcast/ .

In lieu of flowers memorial may be made to The Wounded Warrior Project, 1990 Fordham Drive, Suite 100, Fayetteville, NC 28304.