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Friends may visit with the family from 4 – 6:30 PM on Thursday, September 29, 2016 at the Vander May Wayne Colonial Funeral Home, 567 Ratzer Road, Wayne. At 6:30 PM, on Thursday evening, a Celebration of Life service will be held.
Benjamin “Ben” Evan Filler, age 22 of Wayne, passed suddenly and unexpectedly on Saturday, September 24, 2016.
Ben was born in Hackensack, NJ. Since he was two weeks overdue, he required an emergency C-section. He was born with fluid in his lungs and was placed in the NICU. He was quickly named “Big Ben” as he was almost 10 pounds and over 22 inches long. His nurse’s name was Joe Montana. That is how Ben’s adventure began.
Ben was quick to hold his own bottle at just a few weeks old. He learned to walk early. He was potty trained in like two days. He would completely undress when going to the bathroom which at times was hilarious because it didn't matter where he was.
Ben loved any kind of rescue trucks and the videos that featured them. I can’t count how many times we heard “Here comes a firetruck.... with Lenny Dave.” That must have been where his love for rescuing people came from.
Ben loved playing sports. He played baseball and football. If you asked any innocent bystander sitting next to us in the stands, I was one of the loudest moms rooting for Ben and his teammates. He made some very good friends during those times. Going to Cooperstown for little league was so much fun!
Ben was such a loving being. He always wanted to help those in need, regardless of the situation, time or consequences.
Ben had such a funny sense of humor and a quick wit. We loved to quote movie lines. Since we were heading to the airport, it was of course "Are we arriving or departing?"
As it turned out, Ben was departing. We lost our son to a horrible monster named heroin. I usually didn’t share his daily struggle with addiction but now I must. Doug and I must find a way to make some kind of change and not let our beautiful boy’s life be lost in vain. If you are struggling with addiction, reach out to a friend, parent, family or colleague. Seek professional help! There are so many resources available like Narcotics Anonymous and Alcoholics Anonymous.
We will always remember our beautiful Benjamin with his amazing smile and his love for his family. He recently came back from Florida and we had the most amazing three months. His brother Matthew bought his first car and it was a dud. The first thing Ben said to Matt was, “Don’t worry, we will get one together.” He immediately began saving almost every dollar he made, and every night when he got home he would hand me his money, "Here mom, put this with the rest.” That’s the Benny we knew and loved.
He was clean for over 10 months and working hard, he had a wonderful girlfriend named Sam, and was planning on going back to school.
Benjamin, our little Benicito -- you will forever be in our hearts.
We love you to infinity and beyond. Rest in peace my sweet Angel.
Ben is survived by his loving parents Doug and Lou Filler of Wayne; he was the much loved brother of Matthew Filler of Wayne; cherished grandson of Wally and Jayne Filler of California, and Marie R. Morales; dear nephew of Brigitte Darrow of New York, Zoranne Cuadrado of New York, Gail Filler of California, and Peter Filler of Texas; he was also dearly loved by many cousins and friends.
In lieu of flowers those inclined to make a memorial donation are asked to consider the Benjamin Filler Memorial Fund.
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Friends may visit with the family from 4 – 6:30 PM on Thursday, September 29, 2016 at the Vander May Wayne Colonial Funeral Home, 567 Ratzer Road, Wayne. At 6:30 PM, on Thursday evening, a Celebration of Life service will be held.
Services
Friends may visit with the family from 4 – 6:30 PM on Thursday, September 29, 2016 at the Vander May Wayne Colonial Funeral Home, 567 Ratzer Road, Wayne. At 6:30 PM, on Thursday evening, a Celebration of Life service will be held.
Benjamin “Ben” Evan Filler, age 22 of Wayne, passed suddenly and unexpectedly on Saturday, September 24, 2016.
Ben was born in Hackensack, NJ. Since he was two weeks overdue, he required an emergency C-section. He was born with fluid in his lungs and was placed in the NICU. He was quickly named “Big Ben” as he was almost 10 pounds and over 22 inches long. His nurse’s name was Joe Montana. That is how Ben’s adventure began.
Ben was quick to hold his own bottle at just a few weeks old. He learned to walk early. He was potty trained in like two days. He would completely undress when going to the bathroom which at times was hilarious because it didn't matter where he was.
Ben loved any kind of rescue trucks and the videos that featured them. I can’t count how many times we heard “Here comes a firetruck.... with Lenny Dave.” That must have been where his love for rescuing people came from.
Ben loved playing sports. He played baseball and football. If you asked any innocent bystander sitting next to us in the stands, I was one of the loudest moms rooting for Ben and his teammates. He made some very good friends during those times. Going to Cooperstown for little league was so much fun!
Ben was such a loving being. He always wanted to help those in need, regardless of the situation, time or consequences.
Ben had such a funny sense of humor and a quick wit. We loved to quote movie lines. Since we were heading to the airport, it was of course "Are we arriving or departing?"
As it turned out, Ben was departing. We lost our son to a horrible monster named heroin. I usually didn’t share his daily struggle with addiction but now I must. Doug and I must find a way to make some kind of change and not let our beautiful boy’s life be lost in vain. If you are struggling with addiction, reach out to a friend, parent, family or colleague. Seek professional help! There are so many resources available like Narcotics Anonymous and Alcoholics Anonymous.
We will always remember our beautiful Benjamin with his amazing smile and his love for his family. He recently came back from Florida and we had the most amazing three months. His brother Matthew bought his first car and it was a dud. The first thing Ben said to Matt was, “Don’t worry, we will get one together.” He immediately began saving almost every dollar he made, and every night when he got home he would hand me his money, "Here mom, put this with the rest.” That’s the Benny we knew and loved.
He was clean for over 10 months and working hard, he had a wonderful girlfriend named Sam, and was planning on going back to school.
Benjamin, our little Benicito -- you will forever be in our hearts.
We love you to infinity and beyond. Rest in peace my sweet Angel.
Ben is survived by his loving parents Doug and Lou Filler of Wayne; he was the much loved brother of Matthew Filler of Wayne; cherished grandson of Wally and Jayne Filler of California, and Marie R. Morales; dear nephew of Brigitte Darrow of New York, Zoranne Cuadrado of New York, Gail Filler of California, and Peter Filler of Texas; he was also dearly loved by many cousins and friends.
In lieu of flowers those inclined to make a memorial donation are asked to consider the Benjamin Filler Memorial Fund.
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