Flora Hurst Benoit

Flora was predeceased by her husband Frank Edward Benoit, daughter Kathleen Ross, son Albert H. Ross Jr., sisters Alice Morgan, Myrtle Bingham, Catherine Cappolozzi, brother Richard Hurst and her companion of 45 years Albert H. Ross Sr. She leaves behind her loving children Sandra Blanchett and husband Raymond, Laura Knight and husband Charles, Edward Benoit and wife Janet, Shirley Benoit and husband Charles, William Ross and wife Jane, Richard Benoit, David Benoit and wife Barbara, Debra Butler, Elizabeth Wright and Linda Benoit, a sister Bessie Beatrice Richardson, a sister Elizabeth Messic, several nieces and nephews, many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Flora worked at Werman’s Shoe Factory in Norwich many years before moving to Bozrah. She enjoyed sewing, going to fairs with her companion and her friends. Flora was happiest when her family was all around her.

Family and friends may visit Church and Allen Funeral Home, 136 Sachem Street, Norwich on Sunday from noon to 2:00 p.m. Please visit www.churchandallen.com to leave an online condolence for the Benoit family.