Obituary: George Benedetti, 70, Of Bethany

Obituary via Cody White Funeral Home

George William Benedetti, 70, of Bethany, CT, passed away on February 18, 2023. Born on May 29, 1952, he was the son of the late George Dominick Benedetti and Catherine Ann (Behrman) Benedetti.

George graduated from North Haven High School and went on to graduate summa cum laude from the University of Connecticut with a BS degree in engineering. This was followed by his attainment of a MS degree in engineering, which was also from the University of Connecticut. He went on to attain an executive MBA degree from the University of New Haven.

George had a passion for engineering, physics, building, woodworking, and just about anything that piqued his curiosity. George was exceptionally intelligent and a lover of knowledge. His intelligence was coupled with a quick-witted sense of humor.

As a licensed Professional Engineer, he was dedicated to preserving public safety. He developed a device for the purpose of improving safety in the natural gas utility sector and was awarded a U.S. patent. He devoted many years towards promoting this advancement in technology. In retirement, he was working towards three additional patents related to public safety.

George established a successful consulting business which focused on developing and implementing creative energy solutions for clients. He also served as an Energy Task Force member for the Town of Bethany and City of Milford.

Later in George’s life, he enjoyed a rewarding career as a high school science teacher. He taught physics, chemistry, and physical science. He also formed various science clubs to engage students in learning beyond the classroom.

George had a strong desire for mentoring young people towards achieving their dreams in life. He volunteered as a Big Brother multiple times and volunteered as a tutor and mentor at the Janus Youth in Crisis House in Bridgeport. He also served as an advisory board member for the Connecticut chapter of Prevent Child Abuse America.

George was loved by family, friends, students, and strangers alike. Whether George knew someone for 10 years or for only 10 minutes, he always did his best to be of service and to lend a hand. Lending a hand could entail anything from helping with a remodeling project to finding a way to help a young father he had just met replace a stolen bicycle for his son.

He always offered just the right words to brighten your day and cause you to feel acknowledged and loved unconditionally. He would tell you not to mourn his passing, but to smile to yourself instead as you remember him with gratitude for something he once said that elevated your spirit for the day or changed the trajectory of your life for the better.

George is survived by his wife Maria of 29 years, his son Jeff and spouse Katie, his daughter Amy and spouse Cory, his son Joey, his grandchildren, Grace, Peyton, Claire, Nora, and Oscar, his sister Ann, and his dog Teddy.

Memorial services will be held at Washington Congregational Church in Washington, NH, at a later date.

In lieu of flowers or donations, it would be the greatest honor to him if you would keep a promise to yourself to always generously share your smile and gifts with others.