Benedict, David Ronald age 79, Digby passed away June 18, 2016 in the Digby General Hospital. Born in Centre Burlington, he was a son of the late Harry and Elsie (Sanford) Benedict. David was a well driller for 17 years for Bowmaster, a carpenter with Bernie Bell in Digby and later became janitor of the Weymouth School. He also enjoyed playing music. Surviving are his wife Lorraine (Doucet) Benedict, Digby; 3 sons Garnet of Halifax; Roger of Halifax; Jody (Jennifer) of Doucetteville, Digby Co. step-daughter Jill Blanchard , Kentville; step-son Jack Blanchard, of St.Stephen, NB; sister Donna ,BC.; 9 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. He was predeceased by his first wife Jean and brother Larry. As per David’s wishes there will be no visitation or funeral service. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Jayne’s Funeral Home, 7 Birch St. Digby. Donations in memory can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.