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William Benedict Obituary
Worcester - William R. "Bill" Benedict 73 passed away Saturday, August 13th, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Worcester son of the late Helen and Samuel Benedict, and was predeceased by his sister Suzanne Joslyn. He is survived by his wife of 49 years Margaret (Smith) BENEDICT, by his daughter Sheila Golden, his son Brian, and his son Daniel and his wife Julie. He is also survived by his 10 grandchildren, his nephews Timothy and Donald Joslyn, his nieces Cathleen Groleau and Sharon Trigiano. Brother in Law Donald Joslyn Sr., Cousins Elizabeth Quinn and Michael Lang. His sister in law Suzanne Mallaghan, her husband Edward and their children Rory Mallaghan and Brianne Spellane, sister in law Debora Smith, and brother in law, John Smith.
He graduated from North High School and received his Master's Degree in Criminal Justice from Westfield State College. He was a proud member of the U.S. Navy, serving with the SeaBee Division during the Cuban crisis. He was a member of the Worcester Police Department for 35 years retiring as a Detective Sergeant from the Domestic Assault Division. For many years he was in charge of the Worcester Police Color Guard, and was also a member of the Police Pipes and Drums of Worcester, MA.
Visiting hours will be held on Wednesday, August 17th from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Doane, Beal & Ames Funeral Home, 260 Main Street, West Harwich, MA 02671. A Mass to celebrate Bill's life will be held on Thursday, August 18th at 11 AM at Holy Trinity Church, 246 Main Street, West Harwich, MA 02671. Burial will follow at the Massachusetts National Cemetery, Connery Ave., Bourne, MA 02532 for 1:15 p.m.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. For online condolences, please visit www.doanebealames.com
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Memories and Condolences
for William Benedict
jenna benedict
May 14, 2018
i miss you da :/
Tom Broderick
September 12, 2016
Dear Marge, Just found out about Billy.
As you know our careers were joined together since the academy. We spent many hours working on sensitive cases together and his knowledge and demeanor were tops.In the 25yrs. we worked together I always knew him to be a proud husband and father, a proud policer officer and a man who I respected very much. A real fine man.
Paul Orczyk
September 7, 2016
I am very sorry to hear of Bill's passing. We were classmates in the police academy class of 1971. He was a great friend and collogue. My family and I wish to express our deepest condolences to your family
Sincerely
Retired Sergeant Paul Orczyk and Family
August 20, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Tom+ Tricia Markley
Angelo & Nina Naples
August 20, 2016
We were very sorry to hear of Bill's passing. He was a wonderful friend and collegue. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Benedict family during this difficult time.
Derek Lewis
August 19, 2016
Thoughts and Prayers my friend, may you rest peacefully until we meet again...
Eddie Farr
August 17, 2016
Hello, Marge. My visit to you and Bill several years ago was a wonderful experience. Bill spent his much appreciated time to re-acquaint me to Worcester. I will always remember that generosity. Eddie Farr
August 17, 2016
Dear Marge and Family- Sorry to hear about the loss of Bill. Please accept our deepest condolences and hope you and your family the best in these sad times. Ron and Mary Senosk
Giulio Fusaro
August 17, 2016
To me he was always helpful and candid, witty and humorous, frank and sincere. A true gentleman, consistently thoughtful of others, as we all navigated through the minefields of municipal policing. Thanks Bill, for your many years of service and sacrifice.
Leo tivnan
August 17, 2016
To Marge and Family:
So sorry for your loss. Billl was a true professional.
Leo and Janet tivnan
Bill & Laura Cronin
August 17, 2016
Marge, we are so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. We have great memories from the Captain's Table where we got to know you and Bill. There were lot's (and lot's) of laughs, great stories, all good friends enjoying each other's lives in the moment. We will always remember Bill with his vanilla ice cream and crème de Menthe dessert, and will think of him every time we do Colors...as you were.
Our thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Bill & Laura Cronin
August 16, 2016
My condolences to Brian and Dan and to the whole Benedict family. So sorry for your loss. Keith Stolarek
August 16, 2016
Dear Marge and family, Ron and I are so, so sorry.Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Please know you are not alone in remembering a wonderful person who always made people around him feel happy.
God has taken a very special person home. Ron and Melinda Johnson
Scott Mills
August 16, 2016
My condolences to Brian and Dan and the whole Benedict Family. Sorry for your loss.
August 16, 2016
Marge, our condolences to you and your family at this difficult time.
Ray and Ann (Hyland) Jones
August 16, 2016
I'm so sorry to learn of Bill's passing. He was such a good guy and a professional cop. We had many cases together although I was on the opposite side of all of them. He was always upfront and straightforward. It was a pleasure to have a case with him. To his family please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. Peter Ettenberg, Worcester
Jimmy McDermott
August 16, 2016
Dear Mrs. Benedict and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Mr. B was a good friend to my family and a positive influence on my life. There are too few men of his caliber in this world. He will be missed.
Francis J. Casey and Family
August 16, 2016
We were very sorry to hear of Bill's passing. He was a dear friend of 45 years, and even though I had not seen him in a while, I know I will always miss him. His handsome, warm smile and his upbeat personality were lovely, and it always made me happy to be with him. God bless his loving memory, and may he rest in peace with the Lord.
Donny Carlson
August 16, 2016
To the Benedict family, Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of Bill. He was a good friend and a great boss at the WPD. He will be missed for sure. The best to you all. "Can Do"
Glen & Irene Parath
August 16, 2016
Dear Marge, Danny and Brian. You all know what a great friend Bill was to us, especially to me (Glen). From our years at Norton Company through our years as police officers, and ultimately in retirement here on the Cape. We were always close. Bill was there for my family when I dealt with cancer and helped calm their fears as I fought to recover. He was a "gift" and we will all miss him dearly.
August 16, 2016
Dear Marge,
Janice and I send our sympathies to you and your family. May God bless and sustain you, during this most difficult time.
Warmest personal regards,
Wally& Janice Evanowski, (Holden, MA)
August 16, 2016
Sorry to hear of Bills passing. BIll was a good guy and I enjoyed working with him at W.P.D.
George Magner
Dick & Carole Costello
August 16, 2016
Dear Marge & Family, We were very sorry to hear of Bill's passing. I grew up with Bill and worked with him on the WPD for many years. He was a good guy and will be missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
August 16, 2016
Marge & Family,
So sorry to hear of Bill passing. We have many fond memories of our many years of fun at the Cape with Maryjean & Dan. May he rest in paradise.
-Maryann Pozzessere and Charlie Paul
Bob Bousquet
August 16, 2016
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Vinny & Chris Gorgoglione
August 15, 2016
Dear Marge, Sheila, Brian and Dan. Chris and I are so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. I have so many memories of working together for many years at WPD, which I will never forget. He was a good man, a good cop, and was always willing to help anyone who needed it. I will miss him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. Rest in peace my good friend.
August 15, 2016
To the Benedict Family,
My sincere condolences. May he rest in peace. TJ NAUGHTON
Peg & Jim McDermott
August 15, 2016
Dearest Marge, Sheila, Brian and Danny, it is with such sadness that we extend our deepest sympathies on the loss of Bill. We are so thankful for 40 years of friendship. Thanks for the wonderful memories that will always remain in our hearts and souls. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Claudette Thunberg
August 15, 2016
I am so sorry to hear we will be missing our dear friend next year in Marco Island. He was special friend to so many people there. Tom and I both especially thought he was the best!! I know there are so many people that thought so too. We love you Tom.
August 15, 2016
Marge We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Bill McClune (Worcester. MA)
August 15, 2016
Marge, So sorry to read of Bill's passing. He was an old and dear friend. May he rest in peace now. Kathleen Romano
Kevin Langhill
August 15, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. Bill may you rest in peace. You will be missed good friend.
James Dubois
August 15, 2016
Marge and family, we are so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. I enjoyed working with him at Our Lady of the Rosary. He was a great guy. May you all find peace in the many happy memories that you all have shared. June & Jim Dubois
Eddie O' Connell
August 15, 2016
So sorry to read that Billy passed we had a lot of fun growing up on Belmont St and later in the WPD May He Rest In PEACE
Elaine Santimore
August 15, 2016
Marge and family. So sorry to hear about your loss. May he rest in peace. My thoughts are with you.
Elaine Santimore (WEMS)
Bill McClune
August 15, 2016
Marge,
We are sorry to hear of the passing of Billy. He was a wonderful man who truly loved his family. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
Bill and Deb
Arthur Verdini
August 15, 2016
Marge and family. I am so sorry for your loss. Bill was a great friend, (55 years) and I will miss him dearly. He was always there for his family and friends.Artie Verdini
Tom and Rena Fox
August 15, 2016
Marge, we were so saddened to hear of Bill's passing. We were so blessed to know and spend time together in Marco. Such a sweet, happy man that made everyone around him laugh with his wonderful sense of humor. He will be so missed. Our prayers and sincere sympathy are with you and your family.
Robert Freeman
August 15, 2016
R.I.P. old friend: Bob/Carol Freeman
Tony Perna
August 15, 2016
My condolences to the Benedict family. Bill and I worked well together in the arson squad. He will be missed.
August 15, 2016
Margie,
It truly saddened me this morning to read of Bill's passing. You are both always fun to be with.Our condolences to you and your family.
John and Mary Frances Coakley
Dr.Timothy Hoffman
August 15, 2016
Thank you for serving our country. May your family find comfort in their faith and may you Rest in Peace.
John DiLiddo
August 15, 2016
Was saddened to learn of Bill's passing. Our sincere condolences to all of the Benedict Family.
Rest Easy Bill.
Jill Peterson
August 15, 2016
So sorry for your loss. Grew up my whole childhood with Mr.B & always felt safe with him there 2 houses away! He was a great man who is missed! Love u guys!
Tom Belezarian
August 15, 2016
Marge and family:
Sorry to hear of my dear friends passing. Have thought of him many times since retirement. Prayers and thoughts with the family.
August 15, 2016
Mags, So sorry to read of Bill's passing. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Bob Bradley
August 15, 2016
Rest in Peace Bill . You were a good man and a good friend.
Brian and Carol Houlihan
August 15, 2016
Very sorry for you loss. Bill was always happy and fun - he will be missed by his friends at Island Manor. Arlene & Bob DeCrow
Mac Mccann
August 15, 2016
Grew up with billy on Catherine st,,had some great times. Rip.
Donald Gannon
August 15, 2016
Dear Marge, Brian, and Danny, Meg and I are so sorry for your loss. He fought hard. He will be missed. We always loved getting together with him, because we would always spend the time laughing. I'm sure the memories you have of him will help you through this difficult time. We are thinking of you all, and you will find peace in your hearts.
Bruce LaBarge
August 15, 2016
To The Benedict family: So Sorry for your loss. I knew Bill when i worked with him as a Worcester Police Officer many years ago. He will be missed.
Jim & Betty Gallagher
August 15, 2016
Dear Marge and Family,
Betty and I were very sorry to learn of Bill's passing. I worked with Bill at the WPD for more than thirty years. Bill was a great police officer but more importantly he was a good friend. He will be missed by many. Rest in peace Bill.
August 15, 2016
Very sorry to hear of Bills passing.
Al Vuona Jr.
August 14, 2016
To MARGE and family,
What can I say. Bill and I were good friends for many years. I will miss his phone calls and friendship. He was a genuine good guy who will be missed by many. mamy people..
We had a lot of good times together and I will cherish those times.
Rest in peace my friend.
Jerry and Sharon Poulin
Anthony Petrone & family
August 14, 2016
To the Benedict,
I am very sorry for your loss. I enjoyed Bill as an instructor while in the academy. More importantly, I enjoyed listening to him telling me how great our profession is and how much he enjoyed every day of it.
May he rest in peace in his new home, where we know through our faith we all will be together once again.
Rest in peace brother.
Anne + Pat Hyland
August 14, 2016
To Marge and the entire Benedict family:
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on your loss. Bill's friendship since our boyhood days in Worcester was a treasured part of my life.
Mabel and Vic Cypher
August 14, 2016
Bill will certainly be missed by his Island Manor friends on Marco Island. To reiterate his own words......."we love you man".
The Staff of Doane Beal & Ames Funeral Home
August 14, 2016
We wish to extend our deepest sympathies at this difficult time.
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