Eric J Benjamin, 51, died after a brief illness January 2, 2010. He is survived by his wife of 8 years, Ann, father Kenneth Benjamin, brothers Peter Benjamin and Thomas Benjamin, nieces, Ana and Callie, nephews, Kurtis, Kenneth and William and many other family and family friends. He was preceded in death by his mother Patricia in 2001.

Eric, a native of Chicago, joined Cenflo Inc, publishers of trade journals in the floral and nursery industries, 30 years ago, following graduation from the University of New Mexico where he was a member of Sigma Chi Fraternity. He was currently in charge of Cenflo operations as Vice President and Group Publisher. He was responsible for a large share of the Companies photography in its award winning Flora Magazine. Eric was an accomplished musician as a Bass Guitarist. A memorial service was held Tuesday, January 5, 2010 at French Westside Chapel, Albuquerque, NM.