Tristen Andrea Benson

March 8, 1990 ~ May 19, 2005
"Meadowlawn was excellent! They did very great!"
The staff were just awesome! Everything was perfect.
Everyone from Meadowlawn has been great and helpful!
My experience with Meadowlawn staff and my Funeral Director Whitney was absolutely the best.
At such a difficult time in my life Whitney was not only compassionate and understanding but went out of her way to make me feel comfortable. She listened to every detail about my wants for My Mother's service.
Overwhelmed with appreciation, gratitude. Meadowlawn gave me peace of mind at one of the most toughest time of my life. Our funeral director Rachel Garcia made sure all our needs were meet, helping coordinate everything giving my mother the absolute best service she could have.
During the most difficult time of my life, Elizabeth was very compassionate and had patience at every point of contact I/we had with her. When entering the funeral home everyone was friendly and very professional.
I just had a very spiritual and enlightening experience with funeral director. (Ms R Garcia) She is very competent and professional. She worked with me since early morning hours. I am so grateful for every minute I spent with her She was very quick at resolving several issues we had and she was very fast at getting things done. Not only is she very professional, she is also very compassionate and extremely knowledgeable about the business.
Meadowlawn far exceeded our expectations. Their candor and grace were reassuring during my mother's passing. We had a small issue with a previous employee that was fully rectified. Mary's Garden was a beautiful option for our loved ones.
Words cannot express the gratitude we have for the staff at Meadowlawn. From the day our Mom made her pre-needs selection to the day of her final arrangements, we felt confident that we made the right choice. Sherrie’s compassion and professionalism gave us the comfort to feel Mom’s service was planned and handled with love.
Truly Thank You to Whitney, along with all included staff, at MeadowLawn Memorial and Kathy with the Aftercare program with all support regarding my loved ones arrangements and services. My family and I are very appreciative of your professionalism and sympathy during these times.
My family received excellent service and respect throughout this process. Ms. Watson was able to anticipate our needs before we knew what came next. I received comments from individuals on the program that Whitney called them by name and showed them where to go, etc. I second guessed myself which showed I was stressed. Ms. Watson asked me what I wanted to do and don’t worry about anyone else. This was huge! I felt so relieved after that I was then able to complete the task. I would also like to mention Raymond and Sam for their professionalism as well as Ms. Watson. Thanks
My husband and I would like to thank MeadowLawn Funeral home from the bottom of our hearts for going above and beyond to make Belo, our retired Military Working Dog’s passing services as smooth as they possibly could’ve been. Rachel Garcia took very good care of us and made me feel right at home and helped me cope with his passing. They did exactly what we wanted. We are blessed to have ended up meeting such wonderful people who show you they truly do care about you and understand what you are going through. I can not emphasize more how grateful we are for taking care of his services for us. We appreciate you and truly could not have chosen a better place for him.
Greetings from the Lee & Todd Families! We would like to extend our sincere THANKS to MeadowLawn Funeral Home! Our family has had the pleasure of working with the staff in planning the services for our loved ones! You all have been so helpful and understanding during this process. Your staff was so patience with us and we greatly appreciate everything! Special Thank you to Erika Reyes for taking time out of her day off to insure that the Cremation service was flawless!!!! Blessings, Bobby & Shelia Lee
My family and I send our sincere gratitude to the staff at MeadowLawn for helping us get through an extremely difficult time as smoothly as possible. We were so disheartened with other establishments we visited before finding Rachel and Ray with MeadowLawn. They were respectful of our wishes and really gave us a sense of security that they would handle things appropriately and allow us the space to give our attention to family. Everyone we encountered was genuine, comforting and committed to making sure the service met our expectations. Even beyond that, the tapestry blanket they did to commemorate my mother was so unexpected and appreciated. It was that level of personal attention that we felt so compelled to comment on.
Yesterday, I purchased my 5th cremation policy from Elaine Edwards when I went to pick up my sisters ashes from Miriam Garcia. These 2 ladies are the reason. They Both are caring, informative, and considerate ladies that make this process easier. I truly have appreciated both of them in the help they extended to me over the last several years. Thanks to both of them, they are exceptional ladies!!
On behalf of the Palomo family I want to say thank you to the entire staff at MeadowLawn for the compassion, empathy, and caring, they showed to our family during the loss of our beloved mom. The service on Saturday, August 3, 2019, was beautiful and noteworthy because of MeadowLawn's commitment to service and professionalism it contributed to a dignified memorial service. A special thank you for Mr. Betancourt for his professionalism and his attention to detail on the day of the service and I would also like to acknowledge Ms. Elizabeth Jimenez for her professionalism, compassion, and guidance in helping us plan the memorial service. The service provided exceeded our expectations! A heartfelt thank you to everyone!
On behalf of the Chapman Family, I want to thank MeadowLawn for the funeral and burial services that was provided on behalf of our mother, Ms. Billie V. Wells. Most noteably, Ms. Rachel Garcia's (Funeral Director) professionalism and knowledge guided and facilitated our efforts with ensuring that our mother was laid to rest respectfully and with dignity and class. There was absolutely no pressure placed on my family and I as she guided us through the various packages and options that MeadowLand had to offer. Her efforts were extremely noted as she facilitated the funeral ceremony and directed the burial process at graveside. She is surely a value-added member of the MeadowLawn team. I would recommend MeadowLawn to any Family seeking a professional, prompt, respectful, and courteous funeral home for their loved one. Thank you Ms. Garcia. You come highly regarded and recommended. v/r Kenneth M. Chapman Major Retired United States Air Force.
On Behalf of the Moreno Family I want to give a BIG Thank You to Ms. Kerri for holding our hand when we came to get things situated for “Honey” and a BIG Thank You to Ms. Rachel for walking us through the whole process for being compassionate caring and considerate of My Poppas feelings throughout this difficult time. You treated us like family and I truly appreciate that!! I thank you so much from the bottom of my heart for making this whole situation less stressful!!
From the family of Margaret Kittinger, I want to thank all the staff at MeadowLawn for their personal compassionate and caring service. My mother chose to take advantage of preparing ahead of time to save her children the added stress of planning things after she had passed. While still painful, what a tremendous weight it lifted off our shoulders when she did pass away. To the entire staff, staff from the agent that came to our home to help with the prearrangement, to the crew that came to get Mom when she passed, and the office staff that helped with the last of the paperwork......on behalf of my sisters and I, a very heartfelt thank you.
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To the Benson family – I, as well as my family greive for your loss. You are in our thoughts and we are hopeful that during this difficult time that you can find some strength in knowing that Tristen is now safe-and in the hands of God. May she rest in peace and God bless you and your family.
I knew Tristen at school, and would like to let you all know how sorry I am that she has died. We mourn with you.
To the Family of Tristen Benson – It’s with all my prayers, I lift up your family. It’s such a tragedy when someone so young is taken from us. I pray that the pain you are feeling passes quickly, and allows you to remember Tristen as she was. Cause in your memories, she will always be with you, and as you carry her in your heart, she lives on through you. May God bless and keep you.
i just want to say thank you to tristen for being a nice friend and helping me with things she was a rolemodel to me tho she never knew it for two years and i missed her when she moved onto ninth grade she was really a great person and i hope wherever she is she lives on she gets the life that she really wanted to live tho i never knew the family i just want to say i hope that you will all be ok ur daughter was an awesome person and i promise i will never forget her megan stepanian
Brenda & Alfred, There is no greater pain than the lost of a child. Tristen was a beautiful young woman and loved by so many! We are all blessed to have had her in our lives! We will miss her quirky ways, her scence of humor, her love for all animals, and most of all her smile! Ryan, you are a great brother and we know you will keep her memory alive forever. May she find Peace. She is our angel watching over us now. God Bless the family and everyone who loved her! We will miss her so much! Big hug to you, our Tee! Love…Dale & Tina Thibodeaux
Lacy & family, We know you were a wonderful sister to Tristen. The love between sisters is never ending! She loved you and the boys.I hope that you can find some peace. Keep her memory alive for the boys so that they will know their aunt Tristen and how she loved them! Be there for Mom, she will need you now more than ever. If you need someone to talk to, we will always be here for you…All our prayers are with you and your family. Hugs and kisses, Lacy, we love you…God Bless… Dale & Tina and Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Alfred, Ryan & family. There are no words for the loss of one’s child and sister. Just know that Tristen is in a better place and finally home!
I give my deep regards to the Benson family. Tristen was and is a beautiful person both inside and out. Her family, friends and all those touched by her life will never forget her. – Randal Magalee
Tristen was a great person inside. Even though alot of people didnt get to see that about her. She was a person that i saw crying for help. Tristen and I hung out many times. She always told me her problems. I liked that she felt she could trust me. I will always keep her in my thoughts and prayers. I love you tristen.RIP
TO MARVIN AND CINDY SIMS; WE WISH TO EXPRESS OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY IN THE LOSS OF YOUR GRANDDAUGHTER. OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
Tristen, you will always be in my thoughts and prayers. You were such a loyal friend and thank you for the ALL laughs. I miss you muchly and I’ll never forget you. I know I’ll see you again someday. And to the family, I am so sorry for what has happened. She was beautiful inside and out. Much love and hope, Aaron.
Tristen,I love you dearly and even though you are not with me phisically I know that you will always be with me through mind and soul.Mr. and Mrs.Benson,I know that it is hard to get over losses of the family, but i hope that the hurt fades quickley, and you can see how many great things there were to be seen in Tristen.
Dearest Benson family, i know its a little late to sign this but i thought it mught make y’all happy. Brenda & Al (where do i start with you two, lol) you two are wonderful parents and it shall remain that way. You’ve fed, sheltered, and in some ways parented me. I love you guys and stay strong. Ryan, my nigga, how do i begin…i’d have to start off by saying you ARE the coolest 14 yr old kid i know. You’re tough, wise, and not much can really bring you down. That’s why you have to stay up and stay strong for your mother/father and yourself homeboy. All my love to the Benson family. love “Caveman”
Dearest Benson family, i know its a little late to sign this but i thought it mught make y’all happy. Brenda & Al (where do i start with you two, lol) you two are wonderful parents and it shall remain that way. You’ve fed, sheltered, and in some ways parented me. I love you guys and stay strong. Ryan, my nigga, how do i begin…i’d have to start off by saying you ARE the coolest 14 yr old kid i know. You’re tough, wise, and not much can really bring you down. That’s why you have to stay up and stay strong for your mother/father and yourself homeboy. All my love to the Benson family. love “Caveman” P.S. i wanted to know if i could only borrow a copy of Tristen’s funeral picture…she looked so beautiful in that picture. R.I.P. “Twisted Mynd”
What do I have to say to the parents of Tristen? I never really knew her but when i did talk with her she was so smart and willing to try new things. But i never thought this would ever happen! It makes me so angry that she passed so young and its all yall’s problem. You did this to her. This would have never happend if you just listend to this girl. She told me on her birthday that you guys forgot and i was the only one who bought her anything. Do you know how sad that is? well im not trying to be harsh no wait yes i am!!!!!!!!!