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Lee Benedict Obituary
Lee E. Benedict
of New Milford, Pa.
Lee E. Benedict, 74, of New Milford, Pa., passed away suddenly on Saturday, November 10, 2007, at the Endless Mountains Health Systems, Montrose, Pa. He was born in Afton, N.Y., to the late Edwin F. and Ina Pearl (Herkimer) Benedict. His wife of 56 years, Anita M. (Lashway) Benedict, survives. Also surviving are his children and their spouses, Gail and Ray Holbrook, Newark Valley, N.Y., Karen and Art Doolittle, Kingsley, Pa., Kevin and Sandy Benedict, Nicholson, Pa., Mark and Terri Benedict, Uniondale, Pa., Darryl and Bonnie Benedict, Dalton, Pa., Lance and Carla Benedict, Hop Bottom, Pa.; 26 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Lee was predeceased by a son, Troy Patrick Benedict; a granddaughter, Carrie Ann Folmar; and his sister, Mildred Gun. He worked as a machinist for 26 years, built and ran the Shore Forest Campground in Hop Bottom, Pa., for 15 years, also ran the Benedict Market for 3 years, was the Susquehanna County Recycling Coordinator for 6 years. He was a longtime volunteer fireman in Vestal and Hop Bottom, associated with the Crime Watch for the Sheriff's office in Ocala, Fla., was a member of the St. John's Catholic Church, New Milford, Pa., and the Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Ocala, Fla., along with it's choir, and a member of the Knights of Columbus at St. John's.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m., Wednesday, November 14, 2007, in the St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Great Bend, Pa., with Rev. Alfred J. Vito of St. Lawrence Church officiating. Interment will be in Lake View Cemetery, Jackson Twp., Pa. Visitations will be at the Daniel K. Regan Funeral Home on Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Donations in Lee's name can be made to the American Cancer Society, 1101 Hill St., Jessup, Pa. 18434; or to the American Red Cross, Public Ave., Montrose, Pa. 18801.
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Memories and Condolences
for Lee Benedict
Richard 'Ricky' Schreiber
November 15, 2007
Dear Anita and Family,
I was saddened by the news of Lee's passing. He was a great neighbor, a good friend and soul that will be sorely missed. My best to you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Kim (Farr) Vallequette
November 15, 2007
To my loving family, I love you all! May god bless all of you and be with you all in this time of sorrow. Grandpa was so proud of his family and loved us all so much!
Grandma I love you! If any of you need me I am here for you!
Ken, Bambi,Ashley,Brandi Ayers
November 14, 2007
Lee will be sadly missed by all who new him. He and his family have always made my family and I feel like we were part of theirs. I will always remember that. I loved listening to the stories he always told. He knew just about everyone, I was so amazed at that. He will live on in the hearts that he touched. Too his family we love you very much and will always be there for you. God Bless You All.
Jan/Ray Wheeler
November 14, 2007
Karen, we are very saddned for the loss of you father. God Bless and our prayers are with you.
Jan and Ray
Bob & Kathy Ragard
November 13, 2007
Your in our thoughts and prayers.
Lu Folmar
November 13, 2007
Knowing the pain of losing a father and grandfather, my sympathies are with the entire family.
Bette Warren-Reap
November 12, 2007
We were so sorry to read of Lee's death. He was always so kind to my parents and sister, Lucille & Willard Warren and Midgie. We will remember him in our prayers.
Debra Ehmke (Schambach)
November 12, 2007
Anita, Gail, Karen, Kevin, Mark, Darryl and Lance, I'm sorry to hear about your loss, Lee will be greatly missed. I have so many memories as a young child to a grown adult of your whole family, and the things you did for me. I will always remember all of you.
Emmett and Jean Wilkinson
November 12, 2007
We are sorry to read of Lee's passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. We miss seeing you Karen and Art. May God be with you.
Ronald Pinney
November 12, 2007
We are sorry about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Norma (Briggs) Bear
November 12, 2007
Mrs. Benedict and family,
I'm sure you don't remember me but I remember you and your family when I was younger and lived in Afton. I was best friends with Chris Gaydorus and remember Gail and Karen. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I forwarded Mr. Benedict's obituary to Chris.
Rachel Williams
November 12, 2007
Gail and family, I am so sorry about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Allen, Cindy & Tex Roba & Family
November 12, 2007
Mark, Lance & Family,
We worry so sorry for to hear of your loss and send our deepest sympathy to your entire family.
Laura Christina
November 12, 2007
Just remember one of my favorite songs, "Wish you were here". Mr. Benedict is "running with the Angels on streets made of gold, listening to stories of saints new and old, worshiping our maker that's were you'll be when you find me."
Concetta Kilmer
November 12, 2007
My deepest sympathies to a wonderful family who have always accepted me as one of their own. My thoughts and prayers are always with you. Concetta
Mark Christofaro
November 12, 2007
How can you say it all. Your legacy will live in your family. You were the rock and foundation and with the lords guidance you stood tall and became the best man you could be. Your life will be remembered with love in your families hearts and minds. You will be missed my friend.
Barbara Bowker
November 12, 2007
I want to send my deepest sympathy to a wonderful person whom I shall never forget. I spent alot of good times at Hop bottom and developed a nice relationship with Lee and Anita and have alot of good memories that I'll always remember. He was a wonderful person and will be missed alot. I used to be Barbara Leonard Hartwell and now am Barbara Bowker.
Bruce Benedict
November 12, 2007
Lee got me a job at K. Hein's when I was unemployed back in the mid 70's. I was always grateful and never have forgotten his compassion. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Chester & Vickie Cipilewski / gregg
November 12, 2007
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.
DONALD PERRY
November 12, 2007
YOU HAVE RUN THE RACE,YOU HAVE FINISHED YOUR JOURNEY HERE ON EARTH,OLD THINGS HAVE PASSED AWAY,BEHOLD ALL THINGS BECOME NEW,YOU ARE NOW IN THE PRESANTS OF OUR LORD & SAVIOUR & HAVE HEARD THOES WORDS,WELL DONE.THANKS LEE FOR KNOWING YOU.WILL SEE YOU AGAIN AT HOME..DON & SANDY
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