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Arthur Benoit Obituary
Arthur Paul Benoit, age 67, of Bridgeport and formerly of Greenwich, passed away peacefully at home on May 14, 2014. He was born in Greenwich to Arthur S. and Grace Benoit. He is survived by his wife, Claire (Ferris); his children, Robert, Michelle Nevins and Tracie Harris; his stepson, Jeffery Donohue; his brother, Edward; sister, Jane (Joseph) Doran; ten grandchildren; two great grandsons; and nieces and nephews.
Art served proudly in the US Army 1st Calvary Division in Vietnam, 8th Engineering Division. He was a butcher at the Cos Cob Food Mart for 25 years and most recently was employed with Balducci's in Westport for the past 5 years. He was proud of his yard and garden and spent many hours caring for it. He loved his cats and adopted many from the area over the years.
Art was a well-known bass guitar player and many would remember him from the old band The Creations and other local groups.
A memorial gathering will be held this summer at his home to share stories and celebrate his life.
Please make donations to the H.O.P.E. Spay/Neuter Clinic, 214 Canal Street, Plainville, CT 06479.
The Shaughnessey Banks Funeral Home, 50 Reef Rd. in Fairfield Center is in charge of the arrangements. To leave an online condolence please visit: www.shaughnesseybanks.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Gary Hansen
May 28, 2014
Rest in peace Artie – you were a good husband, father and awesome bass player!
May 23, 2014
so sorry to hear about artie.....my husband played in the creations also....he was the drummer......Elaine DiAngelo
Donna Leonardo
May 21, 2014
My condolences to all of the Benoit family. I had the plesasure of providing hearing healthcare to Mr. Benoit for many years. It was so nice to chat with him even after our hearing aid business was done. He was such a great person.
Matt &Beverly Brinton
May 18, 2014
Claire Matt and I are truly sorry to hear about Art we hope you find peace and know that God is taking care of him
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Elaine and Bob Caporizzo
May 16, 2014
We are truly sorry to hear that Artie has died. May the love of family and friends sustain you at this sad time. Please accept our sincere sympathy.
Rosie and George Roberts
May 16, 2014
Claire, after you and I (Rosie) met in a Chat Room on the internet many, many years ago, we finally arranged to meet. We enjoyed being with you and Art, although with us living in Florida, we only got together a couple of times when we visited relatives in Connecticut. At those times, Art was such a gracious host and had a great sense of humor. Please accept our most sincere sympathy on his passing.
Brianna
May 16, 2014
I am truly sorry for the loss of your loved one. I hope you can find comfort and encouragement in knowing god cares for you.
Maria Modafferi
May 16, 2014
My sincere condolences to all of the Benoit Family.
Kim Clark
May 16, 2014
We will miss you so much pops so glad I got the chance to meet you and have the picnic's every year wont be the same without you :( may you R.I.P. love Kim
stephanie perry
May 16, 2014
My Condolences to all of the Benoit family. There will always be great memories of Artie, all the goodtimes, jokes & laughter growing up in Cos Cob.
I also had the pleasure of working with Artie at the Cos Cob Foodmart for quite a while. He had a way of making everyone's bad day turnout great!
RIP Artie and keep the music going!
Barbara Ritch
May 16, 2014
My sincere condolences to the Benoit family May he rest in peace
Robert Benoit
May 16, 2014
Im gonna miss u so much dad. Love u
Christine Lane
May 16, 2014
Rip love Chris Patrick and Thomas
Mariion Carter
May 16, 2014
Dear Claire and Jeff: My heart goes out to you with deepest sympathy on the sudden loss of Art.He took so much pride in his yard and gardens,and the pool for everyone to enjoy. The beautiful new kitchen he just had installed..Think of good memories as you look around your home and you can see all the changes that he accomplished . As the expression goes "gone but not forgotten" I will miss his sense of humor especially his humorous jokes about being a butcher
Art. Iknow you are up there keeping track of Claire about turning off the outside lights. You will be greatly missed Art. R.I.P.
Linda (Penn) Donato
May 16, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Laura DiSapio DiBella
May 16, 2014
Aunt Jane and all the Benoit Family, I am so very sorry to learn of the passing of Artie. My prayers are with you all.
nan parker
May 16, 2014
jane and family, so sorry to read of your brother's passing--nan pittocco parker
Michelle Nevins
May 16, 2014
Miss you Daddy ;( I know you are now our Angel watching over us.
May 16, 2014
Claire condolences to you and your family. Art will be missed.
Arlenne & Mark O'Brien
Dave Stagnetta
May 15, 2014
From all the guys at the A&P that Artie worked with over the years we will miss you. The Tuesday night fishing trips on his boat that ended up at the pizza place in Greenwich. The good times we had in the meat dept. The dinners at the boat club. Good memories. Condolences to Clair, Jeff and all his family.
May 15, 2014
Claire, we're so very sorry to hear about Artie...Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. ~Darlene & Rick Gosnell
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