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2012
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Curtis Benoit Obituary
LAFAYETTE - A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, May 12, 2012, at an 11:00 AM Mass of Christian Burial in La Chapelle de Martin & Castille in Lafayette, for Curtis Clade Benoit, 84, who died on Thursday, May 10, 2012 at his residence in Lafayette.
Reverend Dan Edwards, Pastor of St. Jules Catholic Church in Lafayette, will conduct the memorial services. Lectors will be Liz Higgins, Shantel Jones and Brandy Richard. Giftbearers will be Delaney Higgins and McKenzie Higgins.
Survivors include his beloved wife of 63 years, Merline Roy Benoit of Lafayette; one daughter, Jo Richard and her husband Ronnie of Houston, TX; one son, Damon Benoit and his wife Scherry of Lake Charles; four grandchildren, Liz Higgins and her husband Jamie, Brandy Richard, Curtis Jones and his wife Shantel and Brad Richard; five great grandchildren, Cory Higgins, Delaney Higgins, McKenzie Higgins, Gavin Jones and Easton Jones; one great great grandchild, Kaylee Higgins; and one sister, Doris Taylor of San Antonio, TX.
He was preceded in death by one daughter, Linda Benoit; parents, Deyhart and Henrietta LeDoux Benoit; one sister, Mechie Fuselier; one brother, Henry Earl Benoit; and one great grandson, Gabriel Jones.
A native of Lake Charles and a resident of Lafayette for 54 years, Curtis Benoit was a parishioner of St. Jules Catholic Church in Lafayette and proudly served his country as a member of the United States Navy during WWII. He worked for The Borden Company as an ice cream sales manager for 43 years. He enjoyed bowling, fishing and spending time with his family and friends.
The family requests that visitation be observed in Martin & Castille's DOWNTOWN Lafayette location on Saturday, May 12, 2012 from 10:00 AM until time of service.
A Rosary will be prayed on Saturday at 10:30 AM in Martin & Castille Funeral Home.
Special thanks to Hospice of Acadiana, especially Jolane and Rose. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in Mr. Benoit's name to Hospice of Acadiana, 2600 Johnston St., Suite 200, Lafayette, LA 70503 or on their website at www.HospiceAcadiana.com.
View the obituary and guestbook online at www.mourning.com
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Tom and Virginia Suire
May 13, 2012
I wish to extend our deepest sympathy to Jo and her family Wish we could have been with you. We send love and prayers to all of you. Love Tom and Virginia
Chaplain Richard Reuer
May 12, 2012
I wish to extend to you and to members of your family my deepest sympathy on your loss. May the Lord's loving promises comfort you and give you strength as you walk through this difficult time. On behalf of a greatful nation as an expression of appreciation for the honorable and faithful service rendered by your loved one. “Honoring Those Who Served-Ministry” (If you wish a personalized memorial card mailed to you with history of playing of taps, 21 gun salute, meaning of each fold of the flag as a keepsake, please send me your home address to where the card be mailed. Send to: Chaplain Richard Reuer, 1206 6th St SW, Minot, ND 58701. This is a free service to fallen veteran families.)
Brandy Richard
May 11, 2012
There are no words to express how proud I am to be Pop's granddaughter. Compassion, kindness, and authenticity are the treasured virtues that he gave to me.
Brad Richard
May 11, 2012
By far one of the greatest men I have ever known. I know God is smiling with Pop by his side.
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