Ruby
Benoit, 89, of Colchester, Vt., beloved homemaker, passed away
peacefully on January 10, 2024.
Born on August 3, 1934, in
Chester, N.H., to Lester and Winifred Martin, Ruby was a
compassionate and devoted woman who dedicated her life to caring for
her family. She brought joy, love and laughter to all those fortunate
enough to know her.
Ruby took great pleasure in her
various hobbies. She was a skilled bowler and was a valuable member
of a local bowling league. She also enjoyed gardening and being out
in the beautiful Vermont weather. Additionally, Ruby could be found
doing arts and crafts or watching old Western movies.
Family
was the cornerstone of Ruby’s life. As a devoted wife and mother, she
tirelessly provided care and support. Ruby’s warm embrace and kind
heart created a loving and nurturing environment that will forever be
cherished by her family. Her love and guidance will continue to
inspire and shape the lives of her children, grandchildren and
great-grandchildren.
Ruby Benoit is survived by her
husband of nearly 64 years; John Benoit Sr.; her children Diane
Sweeney-Taylor of Malletts Bay, Miles (Phong) Sweeney of St. Albans,
Laura (Scott Palmer) Kirby of Malletts Bay and John (Kim) Benoit Jr.
of South Burlington; her siblings Bernie Martin and Francis “Chicky”
Martin; her grandchildren, Angie, Jason, Kristy, Travis, Andrea,
Danielle, Miles, Katie, Michelle, Jessica, Jennifer and Nickolus; her
daughters-in-law Sue Sweeney and Corrinne Sweeney; and many
great-grandchildren and other friends and family. She was predeceased
by her first husband, Miles David Sweeney; her son Peter Sweeney; her
parents, Lester and Winifred Martin; her siblings Leonard Martin,
Jeanette Soloman, Gene Dumas, Blanche Rich, Winnie Martin and Mickey
Martin; and her sisters-in-law and dear friends, Margaret Quigley and
Nancy Carleton.
Visiting hours will take place on January
20, 2024, 1 p.m., at the Minor Funeral Home and Cremation Center in
Milton, followed by a memorial service at 2:30. A committal service
for this spring will be announced at a later date.
This article appears in Jan 10-16, 2024.