Lisa Benke

Lisa Marie McIntyre Benke, 66, of Charleston, entered into eternal rest Saturday, November 15, 2025. Relatives and friends are invited to attend her Catholic Memorial Service at 2:00 PM Saturday, November 29, 2025 at the James A. McAlister Chapel, 1620 Savannah Highway, Charleston. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.

Lisa McIntyre, born November 20, 1958, passed away peacefully on November 15, 2025. To know Lisa was to know a true original, an indelible force who lived life entirely on her own terms. She moved through the world with a rhythm all her own, and left a mark in a lasting way.

A proud member of the Seabrook clan, Lisa grew up surrounded by the warmth of family traditions; fish fries, Sunday gatherings, and a constellation of cousins who felt more like siblings. Those early years shaped her fierce loyalty, her humor, and her deep love for the people she called family.

Lisa gave her love and acceptance easily. She met people exactly where they were and never judged. She had a way of making others feel seen. This was just one of her many gifts.

Anyone who spent time with Lisa also knew her fantastic sense of humor; quick, sharp, and unmistakably hers. Her laughter filled rooms and left memories as bright as her spirit.

Lisa was the quintessential middle sister; independent, outspoken, spirited, and strong. She was a loving sister to her brothers, Joey McIntyre and Mike McIntyre. But above all else, her greatest purpose in life was motherhood. She was a fiercely devoted mother to her children, Amanda Wagner and Travis Shackelford, as well as to her stepchildren, Matt McClure and Eric McClure. Later, she found profound fulfillment as a grandmother to Elena, Lee, Everly, Raelyn, Madelyn, Cassie, Lucas, Gavin, Gianna, and Laila. Her family was the center of her world, and she loved them with fierce devotion.

Lisa had another great love: the game of pool. With a cue in her hand, she was a force. She could just about whip anyone who challenged her, and she took enormous pride and pleasure in playing with her league.

She is survived by her beloved children, Amanda Wagner (Robert) and Travis Shackelford (Alyssa); her stepchildren, Matt McClure (Carrie) and Eric McClure (Saniqua); and her cherished grandchildren. She is also survived by her older brother, Joey McIntyre (Georgia), her younger brother, Mike McIntyre (Amy), and her niece, Meagan Powell (Logan). She leaves behind her many Seabrook cousins, her Aunt Betty Barrineau, the matriarch of the Seabrook family and her lifelong friend, Gail Woodward. She was preceded in death by her loving parents, Joan and Joseph McIntyre. We find comfort knowing she is back in their loving arms.

Though her body may have failed her in recent years, her spirit never wavered. Lisa's laughter, compassion, bold honesty, and her unwavering love will echo through the lives of those she leaves behind. Her legacy is one of strength, individuality, humor, and a heart that loved without reservation.

Arrangements by James A. McAlister, (843) 766-1365.