Benjamin Homar, 97, of Newington, died Oct. 30. He was predeceased by his wife Shirley (Goldman) Homar. Born in Hartford, he was the son of the late Harry and Mollie Homar. He was a member of Congregation B’nai Shalom, now B’nai Tikvoh Sholom. in Bloomfield. He is survived by his children, Howard and his wife Jo of Wethersfield, and Janis Homar of Farmington; a niece and several cousins. He was also predeceased by his brother Abe and his wife Judy, and many aunts, uncles and cousins.