Edward Andrew Benedict, Formerly of Southampton, Dies July 14 - 27 East
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Edward Andrew Benedict, Formerly of Southampton, Dies July 14

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Edward Andrew Benedict

Edward Andrew Benedict

authorStaff Writer on Jul 24, 2023

Benedict, Edward Andrew, 84, of Ormond Beach, formerly of Southampton and Farmingdale passed away July 14, 2023. Beloved husband of Joan Elizabeth. Loving father of Jo-Ann Eschmann (Thomas), George (Serena), Thomas (Chad) and the late Edward Andrew Jr. Cherished grandfather of Jarrett (Brittany), Troy (Rachael), Karen Schwind (Matthew) and Tristan (Caitlyn), Allison, and Taran (Allison Fiske). Adored great-grandfather of Chloe Jane, George, Elsie and Lillian. Treasured brother of George, Diane Atkisson (Robert), Warren (Barbara) Gary (Dolores) and the late Marilyn. Dear brother-in-law of Richard Dedora (Leslie) and the late Diane Ehlinger (Ronnie). Retired FDNY firefighter and former volunteer firefighter for East Farmingdale and South Farmingdale Fire Departments. Proud member of AA with 36 years in good standing. The family will receive visitors Monday, 7-9 pm at Arthur F. White Funeral Home, Inc., 315 Conklin Street, Farmingdale. Funeral Mass Tuesday, 9:45 am at St. Kilian RC Church. Interment following at Pinelawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Edward’s memory to Uniformed Firefighters Association; ufanyc.org or the Knights of Columbus; kofc.org.

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