Benjamin Metoyer Sr.

Benjamin Metoyer Obituary

Benjamin Metoyer Sr., age 68, of Romeoville, passed away Monday, March 16, 2009 at home surrounded by his loving family. Born Jan. 14, 1941 in Louisiana, he was the son of Joseph Arthur and Irma E., nee Christophe, Metoyer. He enjoyed gardening and camping, and especially liked visiting his family. Survived by his beloved wife of 22 years, Ella Priscilla, nee Metoyer, Metoyer; two sons, Benjamin B. (Daniel

Seebauer) Metoyer Jr. and Robert Metoyer; one grandson, Robert M. Newell; one brother, Willie F. (Rose Marie) Metoyer; four sisters, Mattie Rose (late Edward)

Antee, Alice Mae Llorens, Cora (Luke)

Sarpy and Mary Rachal; a sister-in-law, Carrie Metoyer; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Preceded by his parents; two brothers, Raymond (Beatrice) Metoyer and Julian Metoyer and two sisters, Carmel (Augustin) Metoyer and

Roberta (Alfred) Llorens. Funeral services for Benjamin Metoyer Sr. will be Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 9 a.m. from the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black at Essington Rds., Joliet, to St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church, Romeoville, for Mass at 10 a.m. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Hillside. In lieu of flowers, memorials in his name to the Cancer Treatment Centers of America, Assistance in Health Care, 2520 Elisha Avenue, Zion, IL 60099 would be appreciated. Visitation Friday from 3 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home. For information 815-741-5500 or www.fredcdames.com.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Mar. 18, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Benjamin Metoyer

9 Entries

Linda Iacopelli

March 20, 2009

Dear Ella & Family. Ben will certainly be missed by many. As the days pass & you find yourself wihtout anyone to talk to, please do not hesitate to call, ring the bell or whatever you feel is needed. Pete I will try & keep an eye on you best we can. We will remain available for you whenever needed. May God bless you & watch over you & your entie family. GOD BLESS & We will remain keeping you all in our prayers. Pete & Linda Iacopelli

Crystal Christophe

March 19, 2009

"A loved one is a treasure of the heart, losing a loved one is like losing a piece of yourself. But the love that this person brought you did not leave, for the essence of the soul lingers. It cannot escape your heart, for it has been there forever.

Cling to the memories and let them find their way to heal you. The love and laughter, the joy in the togetherness you shared, will make you stronger. You'll come to realize that your time together, no matter how long, was meant to be and that you were blessed to have such a precious gift of love in your life.

Keep your heart beating with the loving memories, and trust in your faith to guide you through.' --Unknown.

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Love always,
Crystal

Linda and Jerold Buishas

March 19, 2009

We will always be here for you. Just Call. And as the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Roxanne & Family Gregory (Charles Christopher)

March 19, 2009

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

WillieMae & James Lacour

March 19, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Charles Christopher

March 19, 2009

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
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