1950 – 2020
Webster, MA- John Benoit, 70, of 11 Black Point Road, died Monday, July 13, 2020, surrounded by his loving family at UMASS Memorial Medical Center. Born June 27, 1950 in Webster, he was the son of the late Ernest Benoit, Sr. and Lois (Baxendale) Benoit.
John grew up on the lake in Webster and was a veteran of the United States Army. He worked for Southbridge Public Schools as a custodian for over 20 years. John loved spending time at the beach. He was an avid sailor and was a longtime member of the Webster Lake Sailing Association. John’s greatest joy in life was spending time with his children and grandchildren who will miss him greatly. He will be remembered for his unique sense of humor and his famous chocolate chip cookies.
John is survived by his children, Eric Benoit and his wife Melanie of Woodstock Valley, CT; and Valerie Imre of Dayville, CT; his brother, Ernest Benoit, Jr. and his wife Arlene of Webster, MA; his grandchildren, Jazmin Benoit, Katrina Imre and Alex Imre; and several special nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his siblings, Rona Lussier, Ronald Benoit, Gary Benoit, and Debra Saad.
Funeral arrangements for John are private and have been entrusted to the Gilman Funeral Home & Crematory. Memorial donations may be made to Webster Lake Sailing Association, 4 Bates Point Rd, Webster, MA 01570. For memorial guestbook visit www. GilmanAndValade.com
James and Ellen Maynard
John was one of the nicest people I ever met. We were honored to know him. He will be deeply missed.
Heather Berube
My sincere condolences to Valerie and Eric…. May your father find peace in heaven.
Ernest Benoit
Will miss you Uncle John so many great memories too many to list.
Love Ernest and Lisa, James, Alyssa and Emily Benoit
Tammy Lenit
I will miss my uncle John so much. We spent a lot of time together. He was a huge part of my life.
Tom Pezzella
John was a long-time member of the Webster Sailing Association, where he served on the Executive Committee, Race Committee, and Trustee of the Association.. we certainly are thankful for his many years of service and dedication. He was an avid sailor, from a family of sailors, and would offer his expertise to members new and old on any issue related to sailing or their boats. John was very handy and contributed to many projects at the club over the years He was a great friend and will sorely be missed. Fair winds, John.
Tom Pezzella
Commodore
Tom Pezzella
John was a long-time member of the Webster Sailing Association, where he served on the Executive Committee, Race Committee, and Trustee of the Association.. we certainly are thankful for his many years of service and dedication. He was an avid sailor, from a family of sailors, and would offer his expertise to members new and old on any issue related to sailing or their boats. John was very handy and contributed to many projects at the club over the years He was a great friend and will sorely be missed. Fair winds, John.
Commodore, WSA
Sally Mitchell
Eric and Valerie, I am so sad to hear your Dad “John B” has passed. We (Roger and I) spent many hours, doing projects at the Sailing Club. Enjoying coffee and conversation, sailing together and also competing in Sunday races. He was always ready to help with any project that needed to be done around the Club. He also had so many stories of events that happened on the lake, people who lived on the lake since he was a life long resident. He left us so many memories. He will be missed at the Sailing Club.
Judy Mills
I want to offer my sincere condolences to Valerie and your entire family. Val I didn’t know your Dad personal but knowing you he must have been a wonderful man. My prayers and love are with you.
Elaine & John Czebotar
Words cannot express how saddened we are that John has sailed on far too soon. He was a mentor and friend who often came along on our boat; always there with a good story, a knowing smile and chocolate chip cookies for our gatherings. John often spoke of his family and loved you all. His presence will truly be missed by anyone who knew him, but his spirit continues and he will always be in our thoughts and hearts.
Denise Gorski
My sincere sympathy to our Benoit cousins. Our mom Reine Gorski was a first cousin to John. As kids we spent time at uncle Ernest & Aunt lois’s house on the lake swimming & jumping off the dock. Great memories. So very sorry for your loss.
Denise Gorski
Joyce LaPrade
Val, Eric and family. We are saddened to hear of your loss. John was a great friend to all that knew him.
Ken and Joyce LaPrade
Christy Stone
Our deepest sympathy on your loss. JB was one of the sweetest guys ever and his chocolate chip cookies were the best. May he live on in your hearts forever.
Ed & Christy Stone
Marie Therrien
Dear Valerie and Eric, I was saddened to hear that Dad passed, He was an awesome guy. Walt and your father were friends since they teenagers. Many picnics at the cottage or just to visit Walt. Then so many hours at the garage just sitting around talking about you and your children, sailing, cars, and reminisce about the years gone by. He was a wonderful man and hopefully continuing their visiting in heaven.
Our deepest sympathies, Marie Therrien and family
Linda Osterman RN
I am so sorry for the loss of John. I only knew him through phone calls as a nurse, but every call was a pleasure and he was so appreciative of my calls. May he sail the heavens in peace and happiness