Bowie, MD. - Benjamin G. Straus, 86, passed away on September 27, 2022, after a long illness. Born on May 22, 1936, to the late Benjamin J. and Christina (Ritchie) Straus in Saratoga Springs, NY, Benjamin resided in Bowie, MD, for over 40 years.

After spending some time in the Army, he was active in the Army Reserves until being honorably discharged in 1964. Benjamin spent a short time teaching social studies at a high school in Long Island before starting his career with the federal government. He worked for the government for over four decades, traveling all over the world for his job.

Benjamin enjoyed singing in the choir, which he had been a member of for many years. He also never missed a chance to travel and spend time visiting with old high school friends and buddies from his time in the military.

In addition to his parents, Benjamin was predeceased by his brothers, Donald M. Straus and John E. Nichols, both of Saratoga Springs, NY. He is survived by his nephews, John C. Nichols (Catherine) of Malta Ridge and Edward Nichols of Saratoga Springs, NY; his two grand-nephews Jason (Holly) Nichols of Clifton Park, NY, and Zebidiah (Kristen) Nichols of Waterford, NY; his grand-niece Rebecca (Jeremy) Rubitsky of Ballston Spa, NY; as well as several cousins from both the Straus and Ritchie families.

Relatives and friends may call from 11:00am to 1:00pm on Monday, October 17, 2022 at the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes, 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 (518-584-5373). A funeral home service will follow at 1pm.

Burial with military honors will follow at 2:30pm at the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, 200 Duell Road, Schuylerville.

Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.