He was a graduate of Reading High School in 1954 and Albright College in 1959, where he was a member of Pi Tau Beta; he remained active in his fraternity for the rest of his life.

Lou was a U.S. Army veteran, serving in the Military Intelligence Corps.

He worked as a regional sales manager for 30 years for R.W. Eaken Inc., Leesport and retired from Textile Chemical in 1999.

Lou was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Douglassville.

He was a lifelong fan of the Boston Red Sox.

Lou was a 20+ year member of the Berks County Basketball Officials Association, CBOA (College Basketball Officials Association) and IAABO (International Association of Approved Basketball Officials); he coached Jr. High School Boys Basketball for both the Muhlenberg and Governor Mifflin School Districts.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his son, Jeffrey A., husband of Joelle H. Benedict, Reading; two step-sons, Steven D. Hornig, Athens, GA, and Joshua D., husband of Gina Hornig, Oley; and six grandchildren: Jakeb A. Benedict, Ellie Pat Benedict, Julianna Hornig, Macee Rose Hornig, Bailey Hornig and Gunner Hornig.

Services will be this coming Friday, July 10, 2015, with a visitation from 10 a.m.-11 a.m. and a service at 11 a.m. at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 548 Old Swede Rd., Douglassville, PA 19518. After the services, there will be a Celebration of Life reception at Jeff Benedict's home, which is located at 12 Laurel Lane, Reading, PA 19607 starting at 1 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Paul's Lutheran Church at the above address or Olivet Boys and Girls Club of Reading, 1161 Pershing Blvd., Reading, PA 19611.

Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home, Inc., West Reading, is in charge of arrangements.

Online condolences may be recorded at www.kuhnfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Reading Eagle from Jul. 7 to Jul. 9, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Louis Benedict

15 Entries

Barbara Mills

July 12, 2015

My sincere sympathy to you and your family.

Theresa Bates

July 11, 2015

Dear Jeff and Family,
I was so very sorry to read about your father. Please accept my sincerest condolences and prayers for all of you.
I remember him as a wonderful man. I had met him when I worked with you mother on the St. Catharine's Bazaar many years ago.
Mrs. Theresa Bates (retired English CCHS teacher)

Barbara Yohn Gergle

July 10, 2015

My sincere sympathy to all of Lou's family. I remember him fondly from our days in "Beginning Experience" long ago. He was a wonderful leader as we started the program in the Allentown Diocese. My prayers are with Lou's family. May God bless you always.

Joe Wentling

July 9, 2015

Jeff,
I have very fond memories of movie nights, miniature golf, University of Delaware football games, pick up basketball games at the house on Butter Lane and time at the Shore. But one of my favorite memories is of "Mr B." Coaching some skinny offensive linemen in midget football. When we were not giving 100% on the blocking sled he'd stop yelling and simply offer a hot dog to whoever hit the sled hardest. After that we all would hit the sled so hard I often thought he would fall off. And then he would laugh.....Pure Joy! We were all blessed to have Mr. Benedict in our lives. Prayers and love to your family.

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Sal Albert

July 9, 2015

Dear Jeff,
Lou, Maureen and you have been in our prayers for the last three weeks.
One of the many was a thank for lou's friendship of thirtyfive years. We reminisced, solved problems,praised our families,joked and laughed.
I have many memories which will not be forgotten.
I am sorry I will not attend the funeral because we are on our annual family vacation.
I wish you and your family peace and God bless you all

July 9, 2015

Jeff,

I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your Dad. I have a few good stories about your Dad and myself from his officiating days and when I was playing for good old Mount Penn. We still laugh about these stories today and your Dad was such a stand up guy. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families during this difficult time.

Sincerely,
Jeff Motze

Thaddeus & Gwendolyn Malecki

July 8, 2015

Maureen, Jeff, Joelle and Grandchildren - May the love of family and friends carry you through your grief. All of us are lucky to have known him and share so many happy memories together ---for so many years! Sincere sympathy and love to all,

Bill Williams

July 8, 2015

Lou was "Uncle Lou" to our 4 kids and like a brother to Marilyn and I.He gave all of us someone to look up to. He always tried to do what Jesus would do in every part of his life.We will all miss him immensely!

Merry Swavely

July 8, 2015

Lou was one of the nicest guy that I had the pleasure of knowing and working with (through the GM Athletic Office). My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time.

July 7, 2015

Lou was a very sincere and honest man. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Paul Shuey (Naples,FL)

Dawn Sarte

July 7, 2015

Maureen, my thought and prayers are with you and the entire Benedict family. I wish you peace and comfort in the days ahead.

Matt Siggins

July 7, 2015

RIP Coach

Jim Gano

July 7, 2015

My sincere condolences to Jeff and the entire Benedict family. Your father was one of the most honest and pleasant gentlemen I had the pleasure of knowing and working with. He was a fine model

Lee Braun

July 7, 2015

Lou was a great guy with a sunny, positive attitude. He will be missed by his many friends.

Ray Peters

July 7, 2015

RIP Lou

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