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Benoist, Frances June 15, 1932 - January 13, 2023

Frances Benoist of Hackettstown, NJ passed away at home on January 13, 2023 with her loving family by her side. Born in Newport, R.I. June 15, 1932, Frances was the daughter of the late Antone & Maria DaSilva Garcia.

A longtime resident of Hackettstown, she and her beloved husband, Pierre raised their family in this community. Frances volunteered as an Election Poll Watcher in Warren County for many years. She was a member of the New Jersey Boxing Association as an Amateur Boxing Judge and was a recipient of the Boxing Hall of Fame Amateur Official of the Year.

In addition to her husband Pierre, Frances is survived by Three sons; Steven, Christopher and Mark. She was predeceased by one son, Emile.

A visitation will take place on Wednesday, January 18th from 10:00am to 11:00am at the Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ, 07840. The funeral service will follow at 11:00am in the funeral home. Interment will be in the Hackettstown Union Cemetery.

Online condolences may be sent to www.cochranfuneral.com.

Condolences(17)

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    Erin SwiftVacca says
    January 13, 2023 at 6:51 pm

    Praying for Fran and her family in this difficult time she was one of a kind and we’re blessed to have known her. May she Rest In Peace and May she always be in the hearts of her family and friends.

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    John w Poturaj says
    January 14, 2023 at 4:09 pm

    Pierre,
    My sincerest condolences to you and your family. Fran was a great lady and will be missed. The boxing community has lost a real asset.
    John & Violet Poturaj

    • Carol and Karl Gergits says
      January 15, 2023 at 9:28 pm

      So sorry to hear of your family’s loss, may she RIP. Your neighbor on Valentine St.

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    Janet Lake says
    January 14, 2023 at 5:54 pm

    I worked with Fran at the voting poles at Moore Street Fire House. I was young and didn’t really know the ropes, she was very kind. Rest in peace Fran.

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    Paul & Robin Wallace says
    January 14, 2023 at 6:46 pm

    Dear Mr. Benoist
    Sir, my Wife Robin and I are so very sorry to hear of Mrs. Benoist’s passing, and know our words will provide any easing of the pain You and the Family are going through, but please know my Friend We will have in prayer before our FATHER in Heaven, as HE alone can provide the Comfort and shoulder to lean on right now.
    GOD Bless You and Your Family, in Christ Alone
    Paul & Robin Wallace

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    bryan farmer says
    January 14, 2023 at 7:54 pm

    Sorry for your loss Pierre.

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    Henry A. Jewell says
    January 15, 2023 at 5:23 am

    Mrs. Benoist was the kindest and nice person I have ever met.Very sorry to hear of her passing.

    • Brenda Benoist says
      January 16, 2023 at 6:01 pm

      Fran I will miss you were the best mother in law so kind alway thoughtful to me from the first moment I meet you your grandsons and great grandson will miss you too I with we had come up more often love you RIP 💔💔

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    Amy and John Sapio and Family says
    January 15, 2023 at 11:55 pm

    Dear Uncle Pierre, Steve, Chris, Mark and families. I am beyond sad about Aunt Frances. She was such a sweetheart. I have the fondest memories of her. She was fun to talk with, and she was an incredible cook!! Uncle Pierre, you and Aunt Fran were truly a love story. May you all find peace during this time, and God Bless you all. Rest In Peace Aunt Fran.. you were loved.

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    Gary J. Kuipers, Sr. says
    January 16, 2023 at 3:33 pm

    We are saddened to learn of Frances’s passing. The both of you made a great team at the polls. May God’s hand of comfort be with you during this time of mourning, find solace with our Lord Jesus Christ.

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    Brenda Benoist says
    January 16, 2023 at 6:00 pm

    Fran I will miss you were the best mother in law so kind alway thoughtful to me from the first moment I meet you your grandsons and great grandson will miss you too I with we had come up more often love you RIP 💔💔

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    MAUREEN BLOOM says
    January 16, 2023 at 8:29 pm

    I was sorry to hear of the passing of Fran. My parents Robert and Evelyn Pratt were friends with Pierre and Fran when they were younger I did Frans hair once and a while. She was so pleasant and loved Pierre so much.

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    Don & Angelita Burd says
    January 16, 2023 at 8:33 pm

    Dear Uncle Pierre, Steve, Chris and Mark and family.
    It’s been a long time since I’ve seen all of you, but I do recall when I lived there in NJ, and we would visit I always enjoyed seeing and speaking with Aunt Fran. She was always kind, and she always smiled. No longer suffering, she’s with the lord now. I will always remember her, as someone very special. It was a blessing to have known you Aunt Fran, rest in peace.

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    Steven Benoist says
    January 16, 2023 at 10:59 pm

    Grandma I’m going to miss you. I still have memories of grandma helping decorate for my wedding years ago. You were always there for my birthdays, even though you were so far away. I will miss your smile and your warm embrace. Grandpa, Dad, uncle Mark. I love you.

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    George J Benson says
    January 17, 2023 at 5:04 pm

    To Pierre, Steve, Chris & Mark,
    My sincere condolences. Ever your friend,

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    Joseph DiMaio says
    January 18, 2023 at 9:42 pm

    My heartfelt condolences go out to the entire Benoist family for the loss.

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    Joan Stevens Johnson says
    February 7, 2023 at 5:31 am

    Chris, Mark and Steve and families and am so very heartbroken to hear of your dear Mother’s passing. My heartfelt prayers are with you and your father during this time. Hugs and prayers.

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