Mary Kay Ariss Bethune
My deepest sympathy to your family on Fred's passing. My parents knew Fred well and so enjoyed his visits to the Dairy Queen. I remember well the kind words on his many contributions to the Big Rapids community.

Birth date: Mar 19, 1923 Death date: Jan 2, 2019
Frederic K. Benedict, Jr, 95, of Croton, passed away Wednesday, January 2, 2019, at Royal View Retirement Community in Canadian Lakes with family by his side. He was born March 19, 1923, in Big Rapids, the son of Frederic Sr. and Read Obituary
My deepest sympathy to your family on Fred's passing. My parents knew Fred well and so enjoyed his visits to the Dairy Queen. I remember well the kind words on his many contributions to the Big Rapids community.

Fred Benedict was 100% class, gracious, caring and a very sharp wit. He will be remembered and missed by all that knew him, of which their are many. Rest in peace, you are not forgotten.

I met Fred a few years ago through a mutual friend. He was always gracious, friendly and caring, with a sharp sense of humor. He loved watching the birds and activities on the "Pond" and I know would have wanted to die peacefully looking out h
Please accept my condolences to the Benedict family upon hearing of the passing of this great man. His service to our country and our communities will not soon be forgotten. I had the pleasure of meeting "Uncle Fred" (that was how he introduced

Much gratitude to Fred and the Benedicts. My sincere condolences to all the family. May Fred rest in peace.
Fred was a true Gentleman and will always be remembered fondly.