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HAVERHILL — Joseph "Bobo" Benedetti, 76, died peacefully Thursday, Jan. 15, 2009 at his home surrounded by his family following a brief illness.
He was born in Haverhill, April 24, 1932 son of Marcy and Molly (Augusta) Benedetti.He graduated from Haverhill High School, were he excelled in football and baseball.
After high school he served in the U.S.Army during the Korean War. While in the military he met baseball great Ted Williams, who gave him a $10.00 tip, and famed Hollywood actress Marilyn Monroe. As a small child he also starred in a Three Stooges short, which still airs today. A long time Haverhill businessman, he owned Benedetti's Deli, where he invented "The Rocket" a huge sandwich for a good price. There wasn't a person with a bigger heart in Haverhill. He would never turn down any person who was hungry, and had no money. Bobo didn't know the meaning of the word "No". He fed countless families over the years with a smile, always telling a story with a purchase. He wrote a weekly column for the The Haverhill Independent called Bobo's Potpourri, which recounted sports past and present sports topics. He was a member of All Saints Parish.
He is survived by his wife of 46 years Mary (Bakanosky) Benedetti. two sons, Marc Benedetti and his wife Erica of Haverhill. Edward Benedetti and his partner Dr. Brian Lowner of Boston, one daughter and her husband Mary DiBartolmeo and her husband Anthony of Haverhill; an uncle Gabriel "Bill" Augusta of Bradford; grandchildren, Nicholas and Thomas Benedetti and Ophelia Benedetti and Isabella DiBartolmeo, all of Haverhill. He is also survived by his pet cat Dixie.
ARRANGEMENTS: His funeral will be held Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009 at 9 a.m. from the Scatamacchia Funeral Home, 358 Washington St. followed a Mass of Christian burial in All Saints Church at 10 a.m. Burial will be in St. James Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held Monday, Jan. 19 from 4 to 8 p.m. Memorial Contributions may be made to the All Saints Parish Food Pantry, 120 Bellevue Ave. Haverhill, MA 01832 For directions or the send condolences go to www.Scatamacchiafuenralhome.com.
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David Gates
January 26, 2009
I am very sorryto hear of the passing of BOBO. I and my family have been patrons of the deli ever since me and my brothers have been about eight years old. we are now in our late thirties we take trips with our own children just to get a rocket you will be greatly missed.
dean balliro
January 25, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Jim Rurak
January 22, 2009
I was out of town and just learned of "Bobo's" passing. My deepest sympathies. He was a kind, sweet-spirited man who also took his politics very seriously. He predicted the results of my first campaign to within a ten vote accuracy! My family will continue to enjoy "Rockets" from
Benedetti's, but we'll all miss talking to "Bobo" when we're there to get them.
John Iuele
January 21, 2009
My condolences to the Family. Bobo was the nicest person I have ever met. My Grandmother Mary Iuele used to take me to the Bartlett store to buy her veal cutlets..when I visited Haverhill in 2002 I brought my wife to meet BO..A GREAT Guy
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George & Fran Elias
January 21, 2009
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss.I remember the old store on the corner of Bartlett St where we 1st met Bobo. Was always a pleasure to talk to. He will be sadly missed.
Marc and Mary you should be proud to have had him as a Father
Emily Ricketts
January 21, 2009
My deepest sympathies to Bo Bo and his family and I will miss the conversations with him when at the store.He will sadly be missed by the Simpson family.
jan godin
January 21, 2009
Bo Bo was the greatest and kindest man I have ever known. I will miss is smiling face. God Bless him and his family
Eleanor Raymond
January 20, 2009
I am so very sorry I could not attend, but know that we've friends for a long time and wish Mary and family the best. I'm sure if Michael were here he would have seen you Mark, but he just flew back to Mobile after burying his father-in-law, such is life, but keep the memories alive.
Donna Begin
January 20, 2009
Sorry for your Loss. Your Dad was the kindess man there was in Haverhill. He will be missed.
Sam Torrisi
January 19, 2009
Joe was the "Wood." I have never know a kinder or more generous man. Joe always made me feel like family. Joe always asked about my family and when I brought my sons he would smile and showed joy as if they were his own. He will be sorely missed. He will always be in my heart, thoughts and prayers.
Brian Siney
January 19, 2009
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. I grew up in the Mt. Washington area. One of my fondest childhood memories was of my family getting a "Rocket" on Saturday afternoon at the old store on the corner of Bartlett St. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Butch Marcotte
January 19, 2009
Whenever we're back in Haverhill, one of our first stops is Bobo's. Our prayers and sympathy go out to your family. Joseph was a great man, and will be sorely missed.
marc benedetti
January 18, 2009
I would like to thank everyone for their kind words for my father.. iT REALLY HELPS ME getting through this tough time. I only hope to be as good as my father was....
Melissa Morse
January 18, 2009
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead."Bobo" will always be thought of and sadly missed. He was so helpful when my family was need when I was young. My mother, Mary, my brother, Mark and myself, Missy. We lived in the neighborhood in the late 80's. To Marc and Mary, we are sorry for your loss, we will always be thankful for your fathers', help when we were in need. I wish you comfort and peace.
MICHELLE FULLER
January 18, 2009
Mary and Family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. BoBo was a great man the store will never be the same He will be in our hearts always and mother ellie fuller knew him too he will be miss from every body.
Haldon and Arlene Bryer
January 18, 2009
Our deepest condolences to the family. We never met Joseph Benedetti but from the article and responses, it is obvious he was an amazing man. May his memory live forever in your hearts.
Joe Schena
January 18, 2009
Fond memories of "BOBO" when delivering bread to his market on the corner of Bartlett and washington streets with my dad.
Heather Dewar
January 18, 2009
To the family,
We wish to leave our deepest condolencens to all of you. Bo will be missed so much the store will never be the same without him..
sincerly,
Heather and Alex Dewar
Mickey Coppola
January 17, 2009
Mary and Family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. BoBo was a great man who knew what family was all about. He will be in our hearts always.
EDWARD AND LAURENA KARAYIANES
January 17, 2009
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE SENT TO THE BENEDETTI FAMILY WE GOT TO KNOW JOE AND THE CHILDREN WHILE WE LIVED ON THE HILL HE WILL BE SADLY MISSED.
Tim & Cathy Cantara
January 17, 2009
To the Benedetti Family,
Our thoughts & prayers are with you and hope that the words received bring some comfort during these difficult times. "Bobo" will live on in the memories of many - he was a very loving, caring man and will be greatly missed.
Love,
Joe and Linda Consentino
January 17, 2009
To The Benedetti Family,
We were saddened to learn of "Bobo's" passing. Our deepest sympathy at this most difficult time. We grew up in a simpler time. We knew of all the Benedetti's and how they touched so many lives ( food, clothes, shoes, friendship). They were well known and respected. I grew up in Currier Square and have many memories of the store, Joe, Louise, Billy, Mollie, Marcy and many others. Its true he watched us and our children grow up. Still remembering who we are when we dropped in the store. Such a loss for all of you!
Bobo will never be forgotten!
Joe and Linda (Chinchiolo) Consentino
Frank & Glo Augusta
January 17, 2009
He will never be truly gone. The store will never be the same without my cousin Joe's warm greeting.
George Tattan
January 17, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Patti Augusta Faucher
January 17, 2009
I am saddened to hear about my cousin, BoBo's death. He was the oldest of all our Augusta cousins, the most generous to all. He maintained the same atmosphere as his mother, our aunt, Mollie. Always warm, friendly and inviting to all of us. Even though we moved to California, whenever we returned, we had to make our first stop to Bobo's Deli to see all our relatives. Rest in peace, Bobo and thank you for always welcoming us home.
Michelle Wilkins
January 17, 2009
The city of Haverhill has lost a legend and heaven now has a new angel.He will be missed and our deepest condolences go out to the family
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