Rita Amelia Benoit Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Rita Amelia Benoit (Antigonish, Nova Scotia), who passed away on May 22, 2026, at the age of 79, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Rita Amelia Benoit to pay them a last tribute.
In the hush of twilight, as the stars twinkle in silent homage, we reflect on the legacy Rita leaves behind and her impact on the lives of her loved ones. Though Rita may no longer walk among us, her spirit lives on in the memories held dear by her family and friends, a guiding light that illuminates their paths in times of darkness.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 27th 2026 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the C. L. Curry Funeral Home (135 College St, Antigonish, NS B2G1X9). A funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, May 28th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Ste. Croix Church (1148 Pomquet Monks Head Rd, Pomquet, NS B2G2L4).
Donations in Rita's memory may be made to the "Rita Benoit Bursary Fund," established to support future students who promote and celebrate Acadian culture and heritage.
