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Matthew Benvenuti Obituary
NORTH BROOKFIELD - Matthew C. Benvenuti, 94, passed away on July 9, 2017 in Quaboag Rehabilitation and Skilled Care Center in West Brookfield.
Matt was born in Southbridge on May 15, 1923 to the late Matthew and Agnes Benvenuti and moved to North Brookfield in 1930. His wife, Irene G. (Kelley) Benvenuti, died in 2004. He is survived by his children Matthew G. Benvenuti & his wife Rosemary of North Brookfield and Jean L. Murphy & her husband Timothy of Easley, SC; 5 grandchildren Monica E. Wellman & her husband James, Matthew G. Benvenuti Jr., Nicholas J. Benvenuti, Rebecca Jarrell & her husband Corey and Tabatha Baker & her husband Chase; 3 great grandchildren Rose, Tegan and Chloe. He was predeceased by his 4 brothers Ernest, William, Emo, and Henry and a sister Pia Largess.
Matt graduated from North Brookfield High School, class of 1940. He was a sergeant in the United States Marine Corps during World War II serving in the Pacific on Siapan, Iwo Jima, and Okinawa. He also served in the Korean War.
Matt was co-owner of the North Brookfield Fruit Store, a local family fruit and vegetable store, until 1963 when he entered the U S Postal Service. He was a letter carrier and a clerk in North Brookfield for many years retiring in 1987. During his postal career he also served for a time as Postmaster of New Braintree. Over the years Matt served on the North Brookfield Planning Board, Finance Committee, Board of Registrars and was a Corporator of the North Brookfield Savings Bank. He was a life member of the VFW, American Legion, and the Marine Corps League; a member of the Cardinal Gibbons Council Knights of Columbus and St Joseph's Church where he was an usher for many years.
Friends and family are invited to attend calling hours on Wednesday, July 12, 2017 from 5-7PM in Pillsbury Funeral Home, 44 Gilbert St., N. Brookfield. The funeral will be held on Thursday with a Mass at 10:00AM in St.Josephs Church, 296 N. Main St. Burial will follow with full Military Honors in the parish cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Marine Corps League 1094, P O Box 336, Southbridge MA 01550.
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Phyllis Ferguson
July 13, 2017
I loved running into Matt whenever I returned to North Brookfield to visit family. I've known him my entire life and there was no finer gentleman. He served his community and country well. A true Patriot. My condolences to his family.
Margie & Bill Cousins Carolyn and Marianne, 1961 Maine
Carolyn Krahn
July 12, 2017
We will miss Matthew's smile and his warm hugs he gave whenever we came to Southbridge to visit.
My Mother Margie especially enjoyed her cousin Matthew, sharing stories of yesteryear, growing up in Southbridge, the Lenti's and Benvenuti's and summers on the lake. Big Italian families.
We met Matthew and his wife for the first time at Look Park in the early 80's at a reunion for both families.
Prayer's to his Family.
Love,
Carolyn Cousins Krahn & Hans Krahn & Family
Freeport, Maine
Ellen Varney
July 12, 2017
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Remember the fun times. Sending hugs and prayers to all of you.
Richard & Ellen Varney
Terence McKiernan
July 11, 2017
My sincerest condolences to Matts family. A true gentleman, community leader, and most of all a true family man. Matt welcomed me to North Brookfield when I joined its business community, of which I will be forever thankful. May rest in peace.
Collie Bonin
July 11, 2017
Dear Family of Matt,
Although we never spent time as extended family, your Father was a legend in our family. My mother, Sarah Lenti Moore, was always talking about her cousin Matt and all the wonderful times they shared growing up. Sending warm thoughts to all of you during this difficult time. Collie
Lea Benvenuti-Alberghini
July 10, 2017
For my fathers favorite Uncle. R.I.P. I hope you're with Aunt Irene and smiling down upon your loved ones.....
Lea Benvenuti-Alberghini
July 10, 2017
One of the sweetest, gentlest men I ever knew. I'm proud that he was my Great-Uncle. May God bless you Uncle Matt, you will be sorely missed. Not only by your beautiful family, but by all who had the privilege of knowing you! Sempir Fi!
With heavy heart,
Lea Benvenuti-Alberghini
Sue Appelt
July 10, 2017
My condolences to the family for the loss of your Dad/Grandfather.
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