On Thursday, February 3, 2022, of Bethesda, MD. Beloved wife of the late Joseph Benson; devoted mother of Howard (Diane) Benson and Sheri Benson; cherished grandmother of Andy (Hillary), Stefani (Andrew), Carly (Ted) and great-grandmother of Julie, Abby, Farrah, Myles and Austyn; sister of Seymour (Shirley) Zuckerman and Madeline (Michael) Heyman.  A native of Bensonhurst, Brooklyn and graduate of NYU Business School, Shirlee met her husband at Gradus Hotel in Kiamesha Lake, NY in the Catskill Mountains.  She raised her family in suburban Washington, DC, where she created a joyful life full of friends, family and community.  Shirlee was a positive, loving and radiant person to everyone who knew her. Graveside service will be held on Monday, February 7, 2022, 10 a.m. at King David Memorial Gardens, 7482 Lee Highway, Falls Church, VA 22042. Masks are required. Shiva will be held via Zoom.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Casey House ( montgomeryhospice.org ).