Benjamin A. Desmarais

Benjamin A. Desmarais, 30, of Manchester, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, June 10, 2017 at his residence of a drug overdose. Born in Manchester, he was the son of Albert and Theresa (Chaput) Desmarais. A beloved father, son, brother, and friend, Ben's family was paramount in his life. Ben cherished time spent with his young son, making priceless memories at every opportunity. In his spare time, Ben enjoyed all season hiking with his father, Al, and brother, Mike. A diehard New England Sports fan, Ben could recite all the stats of Boston sports. He was especially passionate about the New England Patriots. A selfless young man, Ben would do anything for his family and friends. Ben will be best remembered for his kind heart and zest for life. Ben is survived by his son, Bryson; mother, Theresa Desmarais; father, Albert Desmarais, Jr.; brother, Michael Desmarais; maternal grandfather, Richard Chaput and wife Pauline; maternal grandmother, June Bernaby and husband Peter; girlfriend and life partner, Brittany Paradise; two nieces, Skylar and Alison; dear family friends, Edward and Janice Stefanik; uncle, Richard Chaput and wife Rose; several aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Ben was predeceased by his paternal grandparents, Albert J. Desmarais, Sr., and Irene Desmarais. ARRANGEMENTS: His Visitation will be held in the Phaneuf Funeral Homes and Crematorium, 243 Hanover St., Manchester, on Thursday, June 15 from 5:00 to 7:00P.M. followed by a Funeral Service at 7:00P.M. Friends and relatives invited. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made in Ben's memory to assist with the cost of funeral arrangements at https://funds.gofundme.com/dashboard/ben-desmarais-funeral-expences/share/getpanel?panel=fbshare&start=1.