In Loving Memory

Steven Lee Benoit

1/20/1948 — 10/16/2016

Clayton-Thompson

A Life Remembered

Obituary

Steven Lee Benoit January 20, 1948 - October 17, 2016

Steven Lee Benoit, 68, of Hillister, Texas passed away on Monday, October 17, 2016 at Tyler County Hospital in Woodville, Texas.

Steve was born on January 20, 1948 to Lucy Benoit in Lafayette, Louisiana. He has been a resident of Hillister for the last 31 years. Steve served in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. He worked as a ranch hand for 30 years with Umphrey Land and Cattle.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Lucy Benoit Touchet and his sister, Geraldine Touchet.

Steve is survived by his loving wife, Linda Benoit of Hillister, his son, David Benoit and wife, Tracy of Colorado Springs, Colorado, his two daughters, Michelle Ezell and husband, Sean of Sulphur, Louisiana, Lisa Barefield and husband, Jermaine of Beaumont, seven grandchildren and six great grandchildren.

He is also survived by his sister, Amanda Leger and husband, Billy Ray of Fannett, his two brothers, Gerald Touchet and Randy Touchet and wife, Tina all of Rye, Texas.

Visitation for family and friends will be on Wednesday, October 19, 2016 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Clayton Thompson Funeral Home in Groves. Visitation will continue on Thursday from 9:00 AM until service time. Graveside service to honor Steve’s life will be at 2:00 PM Thursday, October 20, 2016 with Military Funeral Honors at Memory Gardens in Nederland under the direction of Clayton Thompson Funeral Directors.

Messages of Love

From family and friends

John Baker October 21, 2016

I am so sorry to hear of Steve's passing. He was a great man and good friend. He always had a smile on his face. I will surely miss him.

Debbie Foster October 20, 2016

My dear friend Steve, though we didn't see each other regularly it was always a pleasure. You touched a lot of peoples lives. Always willing to go the extra mile for what ever needed done. They are receiving a blessed human being in heaven today. May you continue on as an angel and watch over your family from above. I will miss you a lot. Please rest in peace my friend. Debbie

David Benoitt October 20, 2016

I love you Dad! Tracy loves you too......... :'-)

David Benoitt October 20, 2016

Dad, you were the most beautiful person I've ever known. We lost a shining star but God got a beautiful Angel. Thank you for being you and touching everyone's lives the way did. You were the BEST. My heart is shattered and I have to try and figure how to put it back together again. I love you so much. :'-)

Linda K Vandegrift October 20, 2016

Thinking of you all as you celebrate your father and husbands remarkable life.. My heart goes out to you, God bless and may he bring you comfort.

Carrie Boyd October 19, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss. I can only imagine the enormity of the pain the family is in. My prayers are for God's angels to wrap their comforting arms around you and help you through all of this. May your mind find peace and grant you the ability to find joy in your many great and wonderful memories you have with him. I will continue to pray for you and your family.

Pastor John F. Barefield, Sr. October 19, 2016

To Lisa and Jermaine Barefield and the entire Barefield and Benoit family. At such a time as this, we would like to extend our condolences to the family of Mr. Steven Lee Benoit. We embrace you with our love during this storm of life. Just know that our Heavenly Father will help you all to bear it. The prayers of the church will be on you all's behalf during this difficult time. Love you brother and sister-in-law and family.

Kae Massey October 19, 2016

My deepest sympathy for the loss of your loved one. Your family is in my prayers. May God bless you with peace and comfort.

Mary And Wayne Arrugi October 19, 2016

Tracy, David and all of Steven's family, Wayne and I are very sorry for your loss. We are praying for all of you in your time of need to feel comforted and loved. In your memories of him he will live on in your hearts. Many Blessings and Love, Mary and Wayne

Jackye Simmons October 19, 2016

Praying for strength for the family in Jesus name

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