Benjamin Ross Lurie of Beverly died at his home in Beverly on August 7. Ben was born in Salem to the late Jerrold and Paula (Ross) Lurie and raised in Salem and Beverly. Ben’s favorite pastimes included attending concerts as well as hunting and fishing. He had a degree in horticulture and worked many years at Sweeney’s Greenhouses and then for himself. Most recently, Ben had a longstanding 14 year career at Beverly Hospital.
Ben is survived by his son Phillip and his brother Arthur. A graveside service will be held at Agudos Shalom Cemetery, 232 Fuller Street, Everett, MA, 11:00 AM on Sunday, August 13. Contributions in his memory may be made to the Nature Conservancy Protection for Westmore, VT Land.