- Date Of Birth: August 14, 1926
- Date Of Death: February 9, 2020
- State: New York
Born in White Plains, NY on August 14, 1926 Departed on February 9, 2020 and resided in Southbury, CT.
James R. Benedict, 93, passed away February 9, 2020, surrounded by his loving family. James was born August 14, 1929 in White Plains to Alexander J. and Julie (Motts) Benedict. He graduated from White Plains High School and New York University. James served his country in the US Marine Corp as a Drill Instructor.
On August 23, 1953, James married the love of his life Norma A. Forzano at Holy Family Church in New York. James was a Teacher of Industrial Arts at The Scarsdale Middle School for 29 years where he inspired many students. James is survived by his wife of 66 years, Norma, Brothers David and Brian and many adoring nieces and nephews. Brothers Alexander, Robert, and Edward predeceased him.
