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Born in Syracuse, New York and raised in Old Bridge, New Jersey, he lived in Edison before moving to Somerset in 1995.
David worked as Systems Engineer for Nokia Bell Labs in Murray Hill.
He was a member of the Edison Moose Lodge #1978. David also enjoyed listening to music, watching the History, Military and Discovery Channels and martial arts movies, all the Star Trek episodes, and was a competitive marksman. He loved the Air Shows and flew the helicopter at one point. He also played all musical brass instruments in school.
Surviving are his wife of 33 years, Marilou; sister, Anne Benenati of Old Bridge; and a host of beloved family members and friends.
Private cremation services have been handled under the professional direction of the Gleason Funeral Home, Somerset.
Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, November 9th, 11 AM at St. Matthias Church 168 JFK Boulevard, Somerset.
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Anne Benenati
November 8, 2024
David Benenati was the beloved son of Eunice Benenati, he was so loved by his mother and she was always so impressed with how intelligent David was!
May you sleep in peace until Jesus returns and wakes you to eternal life!
God bless from your little sister , Anne Benenati and your nephew, Alex Benenati -Skierski !
Yui-Wah (Clement) Lee
November 8, 2024
Some photos of Dave from his time at Nokia Bell Labs
Peretz Feder
November 4, 2024
David is/was a great individual. I Hired him into my group at Lucent Technologies and he kept evolving over the years to become a leading member and a reliable go-to person at the organization. Over the years our professional and personal ties grew stronger and we became very good friends, especially after I moved on to other assignments within the organization. David would call me every Friday to wish me a great weekend no matter what time zone I was residing at. When that recently stopped, I realized that his health was not at the level I recalled.
David is leaving his family, colleagues, friends and the world a significant void. It is our duty to follow his path and keep spreading his legacy as exemplified by his willingness to help and extend his hands and energy to any individual that crossed his path.
David, may you rest in peace. We will always remember and miss you very much
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Yui-Wah (Clement) Lee
November 4, 2024
David was my ex-colleague at Nokia Bell Labs in Murray Hill, New Jersey. He was meticulous and always helpful.
Rest in Peace, Dave!
Shi-Min
November 3, 2024
Rest in peace, David!
- Former colleague at Nokia Bell Labs
Susan Sanders
November 2, 2024
God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. I know Dave from work at Nokia Bell Labs in Murray Hill. My Memory of Dave is that he always reedy to help.
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