Tamara K. Benoit, 73, of Alvordton, Ohio, passed away Thursday, August 26, 2021, at her home surrounded by her family. Tamara was born March 24, 1948, in Bryan, Ohio to the late James V. and Evelyn M. (Reed) Fielitz. She married William H. Benoit in Montpelier, Ohio on September 27, 1988, and he preceded her in death on August 4, 2007. Tamara managed an apartment building with her husband, Bill, in Columbus, Georgia, until his passing. She previously worked at Waldron Industries for 17 years. Tamara enjoyed traveling, wood working, spending time with family and caring for others.
Surviving are her children, Gwen (Richard) Farrell, Eric (Justina) Helinski, William J. Benoit, Bryan Benoit, and Angela (Kevin) Cassaubon; 13 Grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; brother David (Dorothy Carr) Hill. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband William; son Tracy Helinski; two sisters, Sandra Jackson, Suzetta “Susie” Strayer; brother Terry Fielitz.
To honor Tamara’s wishes there will be no visitation or service. Arrangements Oberlin-Turnbull Funeral Home, 202 North Liberty Street, West Unity, Ohio.
Memorial contributions can be made out to the American Cancer Society.
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