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Richard Benoit Obituary
Norwich - Richard Benoit born December 13, 1954 was called home on on March 1, 2019 at the Backus Memorial Hospital surrounded by his loving family.
Richards larger than life presence will be missed by all those who loved him.
Richard was predeceased by his parents Frank Edward Benoit and Flora Francis Benoit, and a sister Kathleen Benoit Ross.
Left to cherish his memory are his children Jacob Benoit and wife Ginny of Dayville CT, Johsua Choiniere of Putnam CT, Melissa Morency of Attawagun CT and 9 grandchildren. Bothers, Edward Benoit and wife Janet of of Kileen TX, David Benoit and wife Barbara of Killeen, TX, Sisters Sandra Blanchette and husband Raymond of Danielson, CT, Laura Knight and husband Charles of Norwich, CT, Debra Butler of Kileen, TX and Linda Biddix and husband Joey of Fort Mill, SC.
Services will be private.
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Jack and Alice Leonard
March 26, 2019
Sorry for the loss , Jack and I sending prayers for family and friends.
Bruce
March 18, 2019
Sad to see Ricky had passed, have many memories as a young child with this man..rip my friend
Angela
March 13, 2019
I am so sad to hear of Richard's passing. He was such a great person. So sweet and genuine. My thoughts go out to the family.
Linda Kennison
March 13, 2019
So sorry for your loss he was a wonderful cousin we will miss him
Twila Walker
March 13, 2019
Linda and family so sorry for your loss.
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