Stel lost her 6 1/2 year battle with Alzheimer’s and Aphasia on May 24, 2019 with her family by her side. Stel was born Sept 5, 1942 in Cornwall, VT to Richard and Alberta (Lafountain) Benjamin. Together she and her husband Fred owned a construction business building power stations throughout VT and parts of New Hampshire. Stel was also an avid volunteer for various organizations and schools in Middlebury and FL. Her legacy was her family and she devoted her life to them. She was the devoted wife of Fred Ploof. They celebrated their 52nd anniversary on May 19th. She is survived by her husband Fred, her son Scott and his wife Jane Ploof and their children Brad (Shawna, great grandson Elliot) Ploof of Starksboro, VT and Adrianna of Bristol. Her daughter Penny Ploof and her wife Julie Bushey of Middlebury. VT. Her daughter Pam and her husband Eddie Potter and their children Hugh and Nona of Port Charlotte, FL, and her very beloved Cavalier King Charles Bj. She is also survived by her brother John Benjamin of MA, sister Clara Willard of Chester, VT, brother Joseph Benjamin of CT, Francis Benjamin of Middlebury, VT, Josephine Tomala of Westfield, MA, Lois Tracy of Brandon, VT. Her brother in law Jim and his wife Jeanne Ploof. She was predeceased by her sister Anna Emerson. She also leaves behind several nieces and nephews. Per Stel’s wishes there will be no service. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to your local Humane Society.
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