Born in Detroit, Michigan in 1941, Benjamin enjoyed hunting, fishing and boating. In addition, he was also an avid bowler and golfer.
Upon his retirement from Artech Corporation in 1999, he and his wife, Barbara moved to Tampa, FL. Where he was able to enjoy golf year around, spendmore time with his grandchildren and traveling regularly.
He will be remembered as a dedicated family man who loved entertaining, cooking and making everyone laugh. He is the beloved husband of Barbara E. Cien and loving father of Gordon Cien,Andria Cien, Benjamin Cien Jr., and Kristen Cien Lehman(Joseph). He is the brother of Michael (Georgiana), Virginia(late), Irene(late), and Josephine and brother-in-law of Leslie.
He will be remembered fondly by his nieces and nephews, Gary, Paul(late), Annette, Lisa, Ricky,Janet, Karen, Janelle, David(late), Henry, Susan, Brian and Karyn, as well as many great nieces and nephews.
He will be sadly missed by his grandchildren, Amanda Glodzik, Olivia Cien andMargret Cien, Elle Lehman and Lukas Lehman; several great grandchildren.
Benjamin and Barbara are lucky to have many loving friends, who really are more like family.Thank you for all your love and support.
Funeral Services are Saturday May 18th,2019.
Blount and Curry Funeral Home 3207 Bearss Ave., Tampa FL 33618.
11am Visitation.
12pm “Celebration of Life” service.
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