Name: Visitation for Mary L. Benoit
Start: 2021-10-23T12:30:00.000Z
End: 2021-10-23T13:30:00.000Z
Location: Sheehan-Hilborn-Breen Funeral Home

Mary L. Benoit, 101, of West Hartford died peacefully at home surrounded by her family. Mary was born in Saugus, MA on November 16, 1919, the daughter of John and Sarah Beaulieu. She was predeceased by her husband, Armand Benoit, brothers John, Robert, David, William Beaulieu and sisters Rita and Helen along with her son-in-law Joseph Prete. Her greatest treasure was her family. She took pleasure in bringing her family together for the "big meal" on Sunday afternoons. Her life was devoted to the care of her six brothers and sisters growing up. She then married the love of her life, Armand Benoit of Salem Massachusetts and raised their seven children in West Hartford. She was a long standing member of St. Brigid Church, Ladies Guild, and an avid volunteer for both church and civic activities. Mary was a longstanding supporter of the Salvation Army and other charitable groups, always living her life paying it forward. She was employed by the Town of West Hartford as a food service manager at Wolcott Elementary School until her retirement in 1982. She is survived by her seven loving children: Armand and his wife Karen Benoit of Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, John and his wife Cheryl Benoit of Bristol, CT, Thomas and his wife Mary Jane Benoit of Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, William and his wife Deborah Benoit of Louisville, KY, her daughters Reita and her husband Michael Turro of Millersville, MD, Corinne Prete of West Hartford, CT and Sarah and her husband Keith Parsons of West Hartford, CT. Mary will be forever missed by her nineteen grandchildren: Jonathan Benoit, Amy Benoit, Katerie Cariello, John Michael Benoit, Mary Benoit, Brian Benoit, Jason Benoit, Mary Taylor Mulkey, Loree Cullum, William Benoit, Ceighton Benoit, Christopher Turro, Jessica Turro, Annie Carmen, John Prete, Elizabeth Soares, Molly Guyer, Emily Parsons, and Keith Mathew Parsons. Mary also had twenty four great grandchildren whom she loved adoringly. Visitation will be at Sheehan-Hilborn-Breen Funeral Home, 1084 New Britain Avenue in West Hartford, Saturday October 23, 2021 from 8:30 - 9:30 AM. Following visitation a Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 10:00 AM at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church, 872 Farmington Avenue in West Hartford. Burial will be at Fairview Cemetery in West Hartford. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Salvation Army, 855 Asylum Ave, Hartford, CT 06105. Online condolences may be made www.SheehanHilbornBreen.com

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Published by Hartford Courant on Oct. 21, 2021.

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October 15, 2024

I just remember how wonderful she was. My father who went to school with her loved her. I also remember how she was always happy when coming to a family gathering. The world has lost a beautiful person with her passing. God Bless you aunt Mary.

John David Beaulieu Jr.

November 30, 2022

First I would like to send my condolences to my great-aunt that I've never met but wish I was able to do so ,well let me give a brief history of myself and why I'm write this well my name is John David Beaulieu Jr my father is John Sr.and my grandfather was John Harold Beaulieu ,Mrs.Marys brother I know you probably wonder why I'm doing this well I'm doing this cause I never got to really meet any of my grandfather's siblings I lived in Lynn ,ma for 7 years but came back to Georgetown,Texas where I was born cause my dad was in the army at Ft.Hood but I just wanted to give my little memory and condolences to a family I didn't get a chance to meet so I'm saying hello to all my relatives all the way down here in the Lone Star State thank you and God bless everyone sincerely long lost relative,John David Beaulieu Jr.

Henderson Family

January 17, 2022

Aunt Mary will be missed and brought great memories. I always remember all the Benoit's driving to Salem to meet the extended family. She was a mother that set the standards on how to raise a beautiful family. God Bless you aunt Mary.

Andrea Cianci Fenn

October 27, 2021

I well remember your mother when I was a child on Knollwood Road. My brother, Don, and I often played with John and Armand at your home, and your mom was always so warm and welcoming. My sincerest condolences to you all. God bless your dear mother and your entire family.

Rena J. Calcaterra

October 25, 2021

With love

Kate Doyle

October 23, 2021

Corinne, John and Elizabeth
Only today did I see that your Mom/Grandmother has moved on and left her family to cherish their loving memories..
I too will have such memories of an awesome gracious lady who came to visit you, and I always had this urge to visit with her! I´m grateful. Kate

Ryan and Nancy Beaulieu & family

October 23, 2021

Sending thoughts and prayers to all of you today. Aunt Mary was a beautiful person and we will always remember her smile. We are so sorry we cannot be there in person to pay our respects. We wish you all peace and love and a lifetime of good memories of your mother.

Billy & Kate wilson

October 22, 2021

Prayers for the soul of your dear Mom. May she Rest In Peace.

Christopher Sutherland

October 21, 2021

My sympathies to the Benoit family. As a child in the 70´s attending Wolcott School I have fond memories of your Mom taking care of us every day at Lunch. She always had a warm smile for everyone and the fact that I can remember her more than my teachers is a testament to who she was as a person.

Chris Sutherland