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Bennett Roaf Obituary
Worcester - "How lucky I am to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard." A.A. Milne
Bennett Fletcher Roaf died in his mother's arms on Friday, November 8th. During his short life, Benny was surrounded by loving family and friends. Known to his parents, Sheri and Parker and big sister Darcy as "Captain Crazy", Benny was a free spirit who loved to socialize with his buddies and adults alike. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made at youcaring.com/rememberingbennett or http://www.the3day.org/goto/sheri2014sheri2014. Memorial Services will be at the family's convenience.
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Memories and Condolences
for Bennett Roaf
Lisa Holbrook
November 17, 2013
To Bennett's mom, dad and sister ... I am so very sorry for the loss of your beautiful son and brother. I lost a beautiful blonde boy myself four years ago and while my son was 18 years and yours was 18 months, I know that losing a child is life's worst loss, and I just had to sign this book in his honor. I love the name "Captain Crazy" it speaks volumes about the love that this boy gave to you and that you gave to him. God bless you. Bennett was beautiful because of your love; that is the one thing that never changes ... the love. That doesn't end ... that is forever.
Nancy & Allan Black
November 16, 2013
Nana & PopPop love you Bennett. We will always keep you in our hearts. May the invisible string aways keep you by our side. Love you Parker, Sheri and our little granddaughter, Darcy.
Katie C
November 16, 2013
I don't know your family personally but I have a son the same age as Bennett and I have been in agony over this for you since I heard about it. Bennett is so beautiful, just a perfect little face. What a joy it must have been to be around this little guy. Perfect strangers are grieving with you.
A Worcester Mom
November 15, 2013
So sorry for the loss of your beautiful baby boy. May he rest in peace and may God grant you strength to deal with your tremendous loss.
Samantha & Randan Griffin
November 14, 2013
There are no words to even begin how to describe how truly sorry we are for your loss. Our thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathy are with your family.
Ken, Michelle and Charlie Friedrich
November 13, 2013
Parker, Sheryl and family,
We are so very sorry to hear about Bennett. Kenny and I have been trying to find the right words to say and there really just aren't any. He was a beautiful little boy, taken far too soon. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. May your wonderful memories of Bennett bring you peace.
Mary Lemmler
November 13, 2013
To Sheri and Family,
I am so truly sorry to hear of your loss. Please know I am thinking of you and here it you need me.
Joyce Anderson
November 13, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Thaddeus Jones
November 13, 2013
So sorry for Bennetts lose and short life.Prays to you two and family. There is still a lot of love in your home. We had a lot there as a family,,TJ
from the townspeople of Warwick Mass
November 13, 2013
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Rod & Liz Whipple
November 12, 2013
Words cannot express our sadness at your loss. We are friends of Bennett's grandfather, George. This all seems so wrong. May God have mercy and help you to remember this beautiful boy as he was. Rod & Liz
Tia Esper
November 12, 2013
Every night and day I continue to pray. My tears are falling with yours. Try to remember those wonderful memories you had together and know that your son is watching down on you. I babysat a few kids in the neighborhood and wish I got the chance to babysit Bennett..I know he would have touched my life like he did with everyone else. He's a bright spirit. Rest in peace little man.
--A neighbor
November 12, 2013
My deepest sympathies in the loss of your son. From one grieving mother to another we will never understand why they are taken from us.
Amanda Cleveland
November 12, 2013
We are so deeply sorry for your loss. Words are hard to come by. We pray for you, Darcey and Parker.
November 12, 2013
I am so very sorry for the loss of your beautiful son. He will be in your hearts forever and your angel up above. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Marjorie M.
November 12, 2013
As a mother of a child of the same age, I cant imagine the pain you all must be in. I pray that God gives you the strength and the will to get throught this tough time. May the memories of his life fill your heart with peace and help you get through the dark days. God bless this beautiful angel. May he rest in peace.
Betty Tiberio
November 12, 2013
No-one should have to endure this horrific tragedy - may God be with you in your time of grief. Betty Tiberio
A Mom
November 11, 2013
My heart breaks for you. I am so sorry for the loss of your sweet little boy. I will pray for your family in the days, months and years ahead. Your little angel Bennett will be your guardian angel until you meet again.
Kathleen L.
November 11, 2013
My heart is aching for your family and the unbearable loss you are all suffering. You are all in my prayers. A child loved so well as Bennett will never be far from the minds of all who knew and loved him. Please accept my sincerest sympathy. I will continue to pray that love, light and comfort surround your family. God bless you all.
Peggy & Gary Tambolleo
November 11, 2013
What a beautiful boy, and what a lucky boy to have been surrounded by so much love. So sorry for your loss.
neighbor
November 11, 2013
I am a neighbor from up the street who passes your house every day; I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts are with your family... "all too brief but ever brilliant"
November 11, 2013
I can not stop thinking about Bennett. I have cried every day since the accident and I can't even imagine what you all are going through. My heart aches for you all. There are no words that will make you pain go away so I can only say that I am sorry. Grieving process will be a very long journey, but know you will somehow get through it.
Joanna Bowen
November 11, 2013
I can't imagine your grief. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Connee Re
November 11, 2013
God bless you at this heartbreaking time.
Friend of a first responder
November 11, 2013
Thoughts and prayers for all of you during this difficult time. Words can not express our sadness. Bennett & family has been in our thoughts daily.
Judy & John Devine
November 11, 2013
Our thoughts, love, and prayers are with you during this painful time. You are blessed to be surrounded by so many caring friends, family, and neighbors.
Unknown Grandmother
November 11, 2013
May the love of your many family members & friends help you through your sadness. May the memories of your little angel help you all find peace.
November 11, 2013
Keep the beautiful memories alive in your heart for they will always be the light that shines in the dark to help you find your way back and bring you peace. Our deepest sympathies to all of you... The Premo's
Jennifer Prokopowich
November 11, 2013
God Bless you and your family and your Angel. He will always be with you. <3 prayers and thoughts
November 11, 2013
Sorry sorry for the loss of you little Angel.
AWorcester Mom
Resident
November 11, 2013
I'm so very sorry that you have to go through the death of your child. There are no words to comfort you, I have thought of nothing but your family since Friday and will keep you in my thoughts for a long time.
lori parks
November 11, 2013
our prayers are with you and your family in this sad time . Find comfort in your family and friends as they share your pain. cherish every second with your little girl . From a mom that has been there .
Melanie
November 11, 2013
My heart goes out to you at this time. I can not express how deeply sadden I am for your loss. Saying prayers for you all. A Mom and Gramma
Rob and Maria DiVerdi
November 11, 2013
Parker and Sheryl and sweet Darcy, Our hearts broke when we learned of your tremendous loss. Rob and I know how it feels to loose a child. Please,if there is anything ever that we can do for you, we will be there. God bless you all.
a mom and gramma
November 11, 2013
Family of Bennett,
My heart breaks for all of you.
You and little bennett are in my thoughts
Tara
November 11, 2013
I can't imagine the pain your feeling. Tears filled my eyes when I hear of this. Benny is safe now in the Lord's arms. You're in my thoughts and prayers every single day xo
Jana Baumer
November 11, 2013
Parker, Sheryl and Darcy,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this heartbreaking time. My deepest condolences.
Rickman Management Employees
November 11, 2013
Sheryl, Parker & Darcy,
Our deepest condolences at your time of loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Jean Sagerian
November 11, 2013
Dear Family,
So sorry for the loss of Bennett. It breaks my heart to know you lost such a special person. He will always be remembered in everyone's heart as I am sure he had a big impact on everyone who met him.
November 11, 2013
There are no adequate words to express to you how terribly sorry I am over the loss of your sweet, beautiful baby boy. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers and I hope that you will continue to feel Bennett watching over you and your daughter in the days and years to come.
-A fellow parent
November 11, 2013
In Loving Memory of Bennett
-The Jabs Family
Chris, Lori & Alyssa Jabs
November 11, 2013
Parker, Sheryl & Darcy,
You are all in our hearts & prayers. We love you ALL & are here for you if you need anything.
Love you cuz,
-Chris, Lori & Alyssa xo
Janet and Lenny
November 11, 2013
I don't think there are any words to comfort you. We only hope you may find some comfort in the days to come. God Bless all of you.
Dave and Barbra Tesconi
November 11, 2013
Dave and I just wanted to let you know that our thoughts and prayers are with Parker, Sheryl, and Darcy. We were deeply saddened to hear about Bennett and although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that our hearts are with you in this time of sorrow.
Sincerely,
Dave and Barbra Tesconi
Worcester resident
November 11, 2013
We are so deeply sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jessica Greenwood
November 11, 2013
Dear Roaf Family,
I am so terribly sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers with you and your family. Your little angel will be with you always.
maggie donovan
November 11, 2013
So very sorry for your loss
Stephen & Dolores Pontz
November 11, 2013
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.
Vanasse-King Family
November 11, 2013
Our thoughts are with you!
A Worcester Resident
November 11, 2013
What a beautiful little boy. May your memories live on forever. God Bless you and your family.
A Friend
November 11, 2013
To the entire Roaf family,
My condolences on the tragic loss of benny. May he rest in peace,with God now!!
shirley asante
November 11, 2013
I am so sorry for your precious loss. May God be with you all through this hard time.
Laurajean Peters
November 11, 2013
Roaf Family, I can not begin to know the loss you are feeling now with the loss of your sweet Bennett. I don't know your family but as a Mother and Grandmother of twin toddler boy's my heart breaks for you. may you find Peace knowing you have a special angel watching over you R.I.P. Bennett
Susan
November 11, 2013
Godspeed little boy.
Nelson place mom
November 11, 2013
Rest easy sweet Bennett . There are no words....
November 11, 2013
So sorry for your loss.
someone who cares
November 11, 2013
Rest in Peace sweet boy...your memories will help your mom, dad and big sister through this difficult time. Even though you were sent here for such a short time, you will never be forgotten and forever will be loved. Now that you are the sweetest angel in Heaven, look over your family and give them the strength to move forward~
A Grandmother
November 11, 2013
Heaven has gained another little angel.....may his memories help to put a smile on your face some day........watch for those pennies....RIP little guy.
Betty Mongeon
November 11, 2013
To Roaf family,We are so sorry for your loss.Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Your neighbors Jim,Rita Betty
Kristi Fletcher
November 11, 2013
My adorable nephew Bennett I wish i was able to visit with you more often,I thought we would have all the time in the world left to spend together never knew it would be cut so short. May you rest peacefully and find comfort in your grandmas arms in heaven.
Lots of love Auntie Kristi
Xoxoxoxoxoxo
A Worcester Resident
November 11, 2013
Thoughts and prayers, with deepest sympathy.
Retired teacher
November 10, 2013
Your Milne quote says it all and your sweet, well-chosen words, paint a picture of what sounds like a fun family dynamic. Like so many others, I am very sorry for the tragic loss of your beautiful child
November 10, 2013
We drive by your house almost everyday. While we don't know you, our hearts are broken for you and your tremendous loss. As a mother, I know there is no greater love than for your child. May you find some comfort in that love, your beautiful memories, and your precious daughter. You are all forever in our prayers.....The Haskins family
A Mom
November 10, 2013
Rest sweet pea. God lent you and now he needs you back. Prayers for your parents and sister.
Amy
November 10, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss, it' so tough for the parents to out live their child. I am glad to know that he is not suffering from the injuries. God has a new little angel in heaven. Keep him in you heart and he will never be far from you.
a Mother
November 10, 2013
My heart goes out to all of you...I hope you find comfort to know your son is in God's hands now..
Worcester Mom of 2
November 10, 2013
My deepest condolences on the loss of your son and brother. May his memory be eternal.
Worcester mom
November 10, 2013
I'm so sorry for your loss. I cannot even begin to imagine the pain you are dealing with right now. I hope God eases your pain and the reminders of your sweet boys smiles get you through this trying time.
Jennifer
November 10, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Laura & Shaun Hennessey
November 10, 2013
Sending the Roaf family our heartfelt sympathies. You may not know many of your neighbors personally, but we are sending love and prayers to you all.
Worcester resident
November 10, 2013
My deepest condolences for your loss. It was heart wrenching to read that such a young angel was taken. Know that he is in gods arms now.
Cheryl Schofield
November 10, 2013
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead. A neighbor
Beth Proko
November 10, 2013
There are just no words to describe how truly sorry we are for your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you now and in the days, weeks and months ahead. May your beautiful boy rest in peace.
A mom
November 10, 2013
Prayers for all, in your loss, may you somehow find peace in your days ahead as you greive . So sorry...
Tina Ackerman Maldonado
November 10, 2013
I did not know your sweet son,but I am a Mother of two Daugters.My heart just breaks for your family.I have not stopped thinking of you & sending prayers your way.May your little Angel rest in peace.
Dianne and Carlyle Nelson
November 10, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Dianne and Carlyle Nelson
November 10, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May you take some comfort in knowing that God's loving arms are embracing both you and Bennett.
A Mother and Grandmother
November 10, 2013
To the Roaf family,
My heart is broken to hear of the very sad news. No parent should ever bury the most important person in there life, a child.
Just know he is safe in heaven and will be looking down on you every day.
November 10, 2013
Parker, Sheryl and Darcy,
There are no words to express the sorrow that we feel over the loss of Bennett and the grief you are having to go through. Know that our entire family, along with all of us here in the neighborhood, are going to be here to support you through this terrible time.
Jessika, Alex, Zakary and Kassidy
November 10, 2013
As the grandmother of a toddler, my heart is breaking for your family. Know that your precious little boy is in God's hands and is going to always be your guardian angel. Words cannot express the feelings you are going through. I will continue to pray that God will lift you up and heal your heart. My sincere condolences.
A grandmother
November 10, 2013
Parker, Sheryl & Darcey - My heart goes out to you. I can't begin to imagine what you must be feeling. Take strength and comfort from each other and know that you are in my thoughts & prayers. May God watch over Bennett & help you thru this trying time.
George
Angela Bazydlo
November 10, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Roaf family as they mourn little Bennett. Please know that your neighbors want to offer help and support to your grieving family to help you through this unthinkable tragedy. We will hold you tight and won't let you fall...
Joe, Angela, Madison and Joey Bazydlo
November 10, 2013
Dear Parker,There are absolutely no words to describe the feelings that surround a situation like this. I would like you and your beautiful family to know that you are ALL in my thoughts and Prayers. There is a New Angel in Heaven Looking over you and especially keeping a watchful eye over Darcy. May she always remember this. Jeff Archambo
A Worcester Resident
November 10, 2013
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
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