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It is with great sadness that we announce the death of
Raymond “Bennie” Benoit, 100, of Lakeview Manor, Riverview,
on Saturday September 28, 2024, surrounded by his family. Born in East
Tracadie, NS, he was the son of Henry and Charlotte (Deyoung)
Benoit.
In his early adult life, he moved to Moncton where he met his
late wife Doris (Drisdelle) and had a family of eight children. He was
a self-taught furnace technician where he applied his knowledge mostly
with Irving Oil.
Raymond and Doris were strong supporters of the Air Cadet
League of Canada. He spent several years at the Ray of Hope soup
kitchen as a volunteer and maintenance man. Once retired, he loved
doing woodwork where he was known as Woodchuck at the People Park
Tower. After moving to the Salvation Army Lakeview Manor, he continued
with his hobby even expanding his artful knowledge in making his
well-known cushions. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus
– Council 9270 and a Sir Knight of the 4th degree
– Assembly 618. He will be greatly missed by his family and
friends.
He is survived by his children: Léonard
(Claudette) of Timmins, ON, Antoine ‘Tony’
(Deborah), Gerald ‘Gerry’ (Marlene) both of
Moncton, Charlotte (René Allain) of Orleans, ON, Claudette
(Charlie Mayberry) of New Horton and Roger of Shediac; his
grandchildren: Jean-Francois, Jason (Kim), Bradley (Shannon), Rachelle
(Wade), Elizabeth, Francine (Rej), Aline (Herman), Marie
(André), Peter (Estelle), Louis (Darlene), Marc, Pierre
(Melissa), Diane (Israel), Yvette, Raymond (Véronique),
Stéphanie (Mike) and Christopher (Nadia); as well as 23
great-grandchildren, 17 great-great-grandchildren, six sisters-in-law,
nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his wife, Doris; two sons: Francis and
Timothy ‘Tim’; his grandson,
Philippe-André; his second wife, Audrey; as well as one
sister, four brothers, seven brothers-in-law, four sisters-in-law and
one daughter-in-law.
The family would like to thank the employees of the Salvation
Army Lakeview Manor for their care and attention to his needs while
residing under their care.
The family will receive condolences at Frenette Funeral and
Cremation Centre, 88 Church Street, Moncton (506-858-1900) on Thursday
from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm with parish prayers at 8:30 pm. The funeral
mass will be celebrated at Immaculate Heart of Mary R.C. church, 5
Fatima Drive, Riverview on Friday October 4 at 11 am. A reception will
follow at the Dan Bohan Family Centre. Interment will be in Our Lady
of Calvary cemetery, Dieppe. In memory of Raymond, a contribution to
the Ray of Hope Kitchen, the Salvation Army Lakeview Manor or a
charity of the donor’s choice would be
appreciated.
Words of comfort and donations may
be made at www.frenettefuneralhome.com
1924 2024
Death notice for the town of: Shediac, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick
death notice Raymond ”Bennie” Benoit 1924 2024
obituaries notice Raymond ”Bennie” Benoit 1924 2024
We offer our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Raymond ”Bennie” Benoit 1924 2024 and hope that their memory may be a source of comfort during this difficult time. Your thoughts and kind words are greatly appreciated.
