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Derek BENOIT Obituary
Because of his positivity and determination, Derek became a mentor to new dialysis patients at the Fresenius Dialysis Center in Medford, MA. When he was physically able, Derek also enjoyed fishing, bow-hunting, and playing golf. He was also an avid animal lover and was well-known as a "dog whisperer" by family and friends.
Derek graduated from Winchester High School and Penn State University with a BA in Insurance and a Minor in Economics, as well as a BA in Business from Southern New Hampshire University.
Derek leaves behind his loving mother and father, Deborah G. Benoit (Dudgeon) and Edward M.Benoit, formerly of Winchester. He also leaves behind his sister, Melissa K. O'Neil (Benoit) and her husband, Edward P. O'Neil, of Clearwater, FL; as well as numerous aunts, uncles and cousins scattered across the U.S. Derek was the beloved grandson of the late Josephine R. and Joseph R.L. Dudgeon of Winchester and the late Helen and Norman Benoit of Brockton, MA.
Visitation will be held at Lane Funeral Home, 760 Main St. (Rte. 38), WINCHESTER, on Sunday, September 21, 1 - 4pm. A Funeral Service will be held in the funeral home on Monday, September 22, at 10am, followed by interment at Wildwood Cemetery, Winchester.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Derek's name at the following organizations: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center's Transplant Institute and the Beth Israel Lahey Health Joslin Diabetes Center website, giving.bilh.org Fresenius Kidney Care website, https://freseniusmedicalcare.com
Consider registering as an organ donor on your driver's license.
For online condolences, please visit www.lanefuneral.com Lane Funeral Home
760 Main Street
Winchester, MA 01890
781.729.2580
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Ellen Gelin
September 20, 2025
Debbie, Ed and Melissa, I am so terribly sorry and sad for your loss. May his memory be for a blessing!
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