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Elisa Behuniak Obituary
She leaves her husband of 27 years, Michael W. Behuniak; two sons, both serving in the U.S. Army, Sgt. Matthew J. Behuniak and his wife Simone stationed in Germany and Warrant Officer, Jonathan M. Behuniak stationed at Fort Rucker, AL; a daughter, Stephanie G. Dossantos of Leominster; her mother, Marilyn Arbit of Ft. Lauderdale, FL; two brothers, Michael Arbit of Ft. Lauderdale, FL and Gary Arbit of Murfreesboro, TN; two grandchildren; nieces and nephews. She was born in Memphis, TN, the daughter of the late Hal Arbit and has lived in Holden for 25 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend calling hours on Saturday, August 6th, from 2 to 4 p.m. followed by a funeral home service at 4 p.m. in the Miles Funeral Home, 1158 Main Street, Holden. A private burial service will be held at a later date at the Gerald B. H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery in Schuylerville, NY. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Fisher House Foundation, 111 Rockville Pike, Suite 420, Rockville, MD 20850-5168.
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for Elisa Behuniak
Cindie Markarian
July 26, 2023
I still think of you often, Lisa. I miss the way you used to make me laugh and how you could get me to do so many things I did'nt want to try. I will never forget how you sent Michael to speak to my son about joining the Army. You were the best friend. I miss that.
Susan DePerrio
August 18, 2011
Lisa was a wonderful person who took care of me through my stroke and other illnesses. She joked that "we did not make up one whole healthy person "between us!! We shared many medical problems but we shared a close friendship for many years. She will be missed everyday. I hope the Behuniaks and friends can find peace and love through this hard time. Be good to each other, she would want that. Miss you Lis
Diane Cohen Green
August 7, 2011
Our very deepest sympathy to Mike, Matthew, Stephanie, Jonathan, the grandchildren, and the Arbit family. Lisa and I were childhood friends in Murfreesboro. We lived next door and were in and out of each other's houses. As a child, Lisa would knock on my window very early to get me to come out and play, trying to get me over my sleepyhead ways...she continued this tradition in adult years by calling me very early on my birthday -We always had a good laugh and memories on those occasions!...I finally caught up with her early bird tendencies when I had children. Lisa, in recent years, I could hear the pride in your voice when you spoke of Mike and your children and your grandchildren...I try to hold that thought as my thoughts go out to your family at this very difficult time. You are gone way too soon. I am so sorry Mike and to your family.
Stepehen Boyd
August 6, 2011
Our deepest sympathies and sincere condolences to the Behuniak family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
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John O'Hara
August 6, 2011
A long time friend. Michael and her kids were first priority in life. Lisa had a heart of gold. She will be truely missed by all her friends and family.
Madeline Ducharme
August 5, 2011
I worked with Lisa at the MRI center. She was a great person and will truely be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Stephanie Caplette
August 5, 2011
Lisa you will be truely missed, you were an awesome friend and I am so glad to have known you. My deepest sympathy to her family in this hard time. She talked of you all always and was very proud of you all. My thoughts and prayers are with you all and Lisa will remain in heart always.
John Trudel
August 5, 2011
My sincere condolences to the entire Behuniak family.Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Cindie Markarian
August 5, 2011
My dear friend Lisa. You always had my back and told it to me like it was.....I will miss you.
Emeila Johnson
August 4, 2011
My deepest sympathy to Lisa's family,she was a great lady and she will be missed dearly. I worked with Lisa at the MRI center and she always gave my little guy food because he loves to eat.
Emelia Johnson
Sarah Mellor
August 4, 2011
Lisa, I am so shocked and saddened. I will miss your stories and making us all laugh when you came into the salon. You were truly a joy to have around and I will miss the sound of your voice. To her family, my deepest condolences. She talked greatly about all of you and will always be with you. I am so sorry for your loss. She will be missed.
Lady Jane
August 3, 2011
Lisa will certainly be missed, she is a wonderful person & just made Heaven a better place. We will all miss her, but when we do start missing her just remember she is always by our side.
My Deepest Condolences to Michael & her Children.
August 3, 2011
Our deepest sympathy to Michael
Pat Haile Hudgens
August 2, 2011
I am so sorry. Lisa and I played basketball together and had lots of fun times growing up. She will be missed and always loved.
Stephanie dos dantos (behuniak)
August 2, 2011
Thank you to everyone for showing such love and support to mother and family. We deeply appreciate it. Mom I can't begin to express what an amazing person you are I love and miss you so very much xoxoxo
jodi hannah
August 1, 2011
lisa and i as well as our parents were very close. lisa and i met at a very young age(5yrs old)playing b-ball and again on the softball field. my heart goes out sincerely to her family!
Marakia Hughes
August 1, 2011
With deepest sympathy the Behuniak family will remain in my prayers.
Cindy Jackson-McCormick
August 1, 2011
My deepest sympathy to Lisa's family.I have so many great memories growing up with Lisa--we met in Elementary School.We were teammates on the basketball court and on the softball field!!! Whether we were playing sports, riding horses, or just climbing trees, she was so much fun to be around.Lisa will be truly missed!!!Thanks for all the great memories!!
Douglas Mallozzi
August 1, 2011
Our deepest sympathies to the Behuniak family our family's thoughts and prayers go out to you all.
Jan Watson
August 1, 2011
I can't seem to find any words that can explain this loss. Lisa was such a good friend since the day we met the summer before 6th grade. She was always up for an adventure and never failed to make me smile and laugh. You left us way too soon but the memories your friend's have and your children will keep your light burning brightly.
Dana White McDowell
August 1, 2011
Deepest sympathy to Lisa's family and friends. I met Lisa and her family in Murfreesboro, Tennessee nearly 40 years ago and we have been friends ever since. I was fortunate to reconnect with her again through Facebook and have enjoyed catching up and seeing pictures of her family, who she obviously adored. Thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. I only wish I could give my condolences in person. She will never be forgotten in our hearts.
Donna Dixson Thompson
August 1, 2011
To the family I send all of you my deepest sympathy. Lisa was full of life, full of laughter, and I am so thankful to have known her. In school we always called her Hub and when we reconnected after many years that is how I addressed her. She got a real kick out of hearing that nickname again after many years. She truly is one of a kind. I will miss her deeply!
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