William, “Bill”, Benedict, age 92, of Zeeland, MI and formerly of East Brunswick, NJ, passed away Saturday, Dec 23, 2023.
William was born in South River, NJ on August 26, 1931. He graduated high school at Plainfield Academy in 1951 and attended 2 years of college at Washington Missionary College. He worked various jobs as a contractor and spent his last 25 years at the Bound Brook Board of Education maintenance department in NJ, retiring as lead supervisor. William was an author of poetry and proudly published 7 books. He was a longtime member of the Lake Nelson Adventist Church in Piscataway, NJ. William moved to Zeeland, MI in 2015 to be closer to his family. William was a supportive husband, father and grandfather. He loved writing poetry, working in his garden, going to his favorite NJ diners, spending time at the Jersey shore, and sharing his NJ stories.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Yola Benedict in 2015.
He is survived by his sons Bryan (Amy) and Martin (Joy) Benedict; grandchildren Brittany, Austin, Kaylee, and Ethan; sisters-in-law Joann Benedict, Arlene Benedict, and America Meier; and extended family.
Memorial services will be held at the Holland Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 11279 Ottogan St, Holland, MI 49423 on Sunday, January 14, 2024, at 2:00 pm.
In William’s honor, memorial contributions may be donated to the Lake Nelson Adventist Academy at https://lakenelsonadventistacademy.org/
Burial to take place in Zeeland Cemetery
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