Joseph Octave Benoit

Joseph Octave Benoit obituary, Brunswick, ME

Joseph Octave Benoit

Joseph Benoit Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by David E. Desmond & Son Funeral Home - Bath on Nov. 10, 2022.

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Phippsburg - On November 9, Joseph Octave Benoit, a beloved husband, father, papa, brother, uncle, and friend to many, passed away. He was 77 years old. Joe was born on December 22, 1944, in Bath, Maine, to Charles and Bernice Benoit. He graduated from Morse High School, class of 1964, and then enlisted in the U.S. Navy serving honorably in Vietnam on the U.S.S. Sacramento. After four years of service to his country, he attended and received a Bachelor of Science degree in business from Thomas College in Waterville. Shortly after graduation he was asked to join a family member in designing and managing hair salons throughout midcoast and southern Maine. Quickly realizing he couldn't manage and design salons without understanding what the employees did for work, he enrolled in Pierre's Beauty School in Portland. There he met his wife of 47 years, Paula Webster Benoit. Together they worked as salon owners and cosmetologists while also working as partners in many home restoration and construction projects. A "Jack of all trades, and master of them all", he literally could build, repair, or design anything. It was his natural talent.
Joe enjoyed hunting, fishing, golf, boating, yard work, and any project that involved woodworking, and/or home restoration. His favorite place was always his workshop surrounded by hundreds of well-worn, used, and loved tools.
Joe is survived by his wife Paula; daughter Bethany Benoit Lotfi and her children, Hunter, Mohammad, Yousef, and Selowa; daughter Betsy Benoit Varian, her husband, Rink Varian, their children, Rosalee and Emmylou; son, Benjamin Benoit and his wife Evalyn Lopez Benoit; older brother, Charles Benoit Jr., nephew Greg, nieces Lisa and Debbie and their families.
A funeral, followed by reception, will be held on Saturday, December 3, at Maine Maritime Museum, 243 Washington St., Bath, 1:00-4:00.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to ME Maritime Museum, attention MMM Boat Shop, 243 Washington St., Bath, ME 04562.
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December 18, 2022

Andrea and Jeff Galuza posted to the memorial.

December 2, 2022

Jack and Bobbie Wallace posted to the memorial.

December 1, 2022

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Andrea and Jeff Galuza

December 18, 2022

So sorry for your loss and we are thinking of your family. I personally loved working with Joe when I first started in Real Estate and Joe started building homes in your neighborhood. He was so talented in many ways. Could style a home or a person for sure.

Jack and Bobbie Wallace

December 2, 2022

Some of the best times of my life were venturing and exploring Percy & Small Shipyard and the Kennebec River with Joe.

Heartfelt condolences to you Paula and your family.

janet and sam alexander

December 1, 2022

We are so sorry to hear of Joe's death and send our deepest condolences to you Paula and all your family. Janet and Sam Alexander

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Pam & Bud

November 16, 2022

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Eric and Pam Allen

November 15, 2022

Eric and I will miss his wonderful, warm humor. Though we haven´t seen him for years... New Year´s Celebrations he and Paula made happen at Hyde School are huge memories of our younger married life.

Karen Gray

November 14, 2022

My friend Joe Benoit...my heart is hurting. All the fun we had at Hair Creations back in the day.
We should have written it all down. Many great times. I'll miss you cheery smile.

Gil Sprague

November 13, 2022

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Jane Gower

November 10, 2022

So sorry to learn of Joe´s passing. He was a greatMorse High football player, soldier, business man, but more than that, family man. His warm smile and encouragement will be missed by many. Go rest high on that mountain Joe! With love to his many friends and family, Jane Gower

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