Richard Benoit

Richard N. (“Rich”) Benoit, 67, a resident of Attleboro, passed away Sunday, November 24, 2024 at Southeast Rehabilitation & Skilled Care Center in North Easton, surrounded by his family following a prolonged period of declining health. He was the husband of Marilyn I. (Castro) Benoit.

Born in Providence, and raised in Pawtucket RI, he was the son of the late Robert and Solange (Vallieres) Benoit.

Richard graduated from Our Lady of Providence High School, and then attended Rhode Island Junior College.

He was employed at Healthtex in Central Falls, and later in Retail Sales at Bass Pro Shops in Foxboro where he was known to be the go-to person for his knowledge in the Fishing Department.

Among Richard's many and varied interests he enjoyed his time spent fishing, and watching or listening to local sports and NESN, especially if it involved the Boston Bruins. He also enjoyed reading a good book, collecting gemstones, and listening to all genres of music.

Richard most valued his role as a husband, and as a “Dad” to their four children.

In addition to his wife Marilyn, he is survived by his four children: Giselle Benoit, Richard A. Benoit, Bernadette Benoit, and Dominic Benoit all of Attleboro. Richard is also survived by his four siblings: Michael Benoit and Donna of Cotuit, MA, Raymond Benoit of Pittsfield, NH, Lynn Ousley and Edward of Pawtucket, RI, Suzan Glaude of Port Charlotte, FL, and sister-in-law Alice (Ledoux) Benoit of Warwick, RI. He is also survived by 16 nieces and nephews, several aunts and uncles, and many cousins.

Richard was predeceased by his brother Claude Benoit, and his nephew Scott Ousley.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation on Monday morning from 9-10:30 a.m. on December 2, 2024 at Duffy-Poule Funeral Home, 20 Peck Street, Attleboro, MA. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. John the Evangelist Church, 133 North Main Street, Attleboro at 11a.m. following the visitation. Interment will follow at St. John's Cemetery, Attleboro.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Richard's memory may be made to the Natick Walpole Visiting Nurse Association, PO Box 252, Walpole, MA 02081.

We encourage those who knew Richard to share their memories on his memorial page, as a tribute to his life. Please visit www.duffy-poule.com