Photo courtesy of CLOSED-McNulty Funeral Home - Green Island
May 7, 1933 - Jul 31, 2013
My deep condolences. May you find comfort from God's word recorded at Ecclesiastes 9:5, 10 regarding the loss of your love one.
August 03, 2014
Dear Betty, Annie, Mark, John and family,
We just learned of George's passing. We are sad to hear the news. George was always a great guy to work with and I have very fond memories.
Karl Raymond
Fellow Painter
Karl Raymond
August 06, 2013 | Petersburgh, NY
To all of George's family-
I am sorry for your loss. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart.
Jennifer Fahd
August 03, 2013 | Henderson, NV
Betty and Family: I am very sorry for your loss.
Mike McNulty
August 02, 2013 | Green Island, NY
Anne,
I am so sorry for the loss of your dad. My thoughts are will you....
June Prudhomme
August 02, 2013
Annie, Mark and Alicia and Family:
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with all of you. He is still watching over you, look for the signs. If you need anything please don't hesitate to ask. May he rest in peace.
Love,
Barb S.
Barb Sagliocca
August 02, 2013 | Malta, NY
Aunt Betty, Annie, Mary, John and Family, you are all in our hearts during this difficult time. Uncle George was a wonderful man ... so full of life. Know that he will live on in our hearts and memories. Love, Paul and Dawne
Love, Paul & Dawne
August 02, 2013
Our condolences, thoughts, and prayers to everyone. I didn't have the pleasure of knowing George very well, only meeting him a few times, but he definitely brought an upbeat, positive energy, and a lot of stories, to every gathering that will truly be missed.
Todd & Megan Wysocki
Todd Wysocki
August 02, 2013 | Levittown, PA
Anne, Alicia and family- I am so sorry for the loss of such a great man. He will always be with you. Love you guys <3
Gracie McGrath
August 02, 2013 | Troy, NY
Green Island – George L. Benoit, 80, after a long illness, died peacefully with his family by his side on Wednesday, July 31, 2013 at the Samaritan Hospital in Troy. Born in South Burlington, VT, son of the late Amedee and Emelia Fournier Benoit, he resided in Green Island most of his lifetime. George served his county in the US Army during the Korean War and was employed for many years by the Painter's Union Local 201. He was a communicant of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Watervliet and the former St. Joseph's Church in Green Island. George loved to boat and fish, but most of all he loved to share his stories. He is survived by his loving wife, Elizabeth "Betty" Craney Benoit; his devoted children, Mary (Larry) Flynn, Anne (Mark) Tremblay and John (Rosy) Benoit; his grandchildren, Alicia (Chris) Cavanaugh, Terrence, Steve and Daniel Flynn; his siblings, Paul Benoit, Mary Jane Casey and Mary Sara "Mae" (Raymond) Boyea; and many nieces and nephews. George was predeceased by his brothers, Phil and Henry "Gil" Benoit and sister, Bertha Tiernan. Funeral services will be held at the McNulty Funeral Home, 147 Hudson Avenue, Green Island on Saturday at 10 a.m. with Father Edward Deimeke officiating. Interment will be in St. Mary's Cemetery in Troy. Calling hours will be on Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. The family would like to thank Dr. Benton for all he has done, as well as the ICU staff at Samaritan Hospital. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that contributions be made to Samaritan Hospital for heart and lung research.
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