James B.

Benoit

James Bertman Benoit, born on July 26, 1939, passed away on Thursday, November 5, 2026, at the age of 87.

James was born in Church Point, Louisiana. He received his masters degree in social work. After, he went on to become a member of the United States Army Reserves. Once he completed his time in the military, he became a Health Care Administrator.

James is survived by his wife of 63 years, Lydia Toups Benoit; daughter, Francine Benoit Evans (Bob Guidry); sons, J Michael Benoit (Laura) and Benjamin Benoit (Jessica Bennett); grandchildren, Jason Benoit, Hannah Benoit, Sarah Evans Jackson (Tyler), William Evans (Ana), Abigail Mouton (Jacob), Lauren Benoit, AnnMarie Benoit, Taylor Diehl (Danielle), and Tory Miller (Hayden); and great-grandchildren, Wesley Collins, Tucker Jackson, Darren Mouton, Charlie Davis, Waylon Green, Collins Miller, Laken Miller, Clara Diehl, and Wesley Diehl.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Noe Benoit and Verla Wright Benoit; brother, John Elwood Benoit; and son-in-law, Kevin Evans.

Relatives and friends are invited to celebrate James’ life on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at St. Jude Catholic Church. All will be welcomed at 9:00 AM with a Memorial Mass beginning at 11:00 AM. Inurnment to follow at Resthaven Gardens of Memory.

The family would like to give a special thanks to Hospice of Baton Rouge.

Family and friends may sign the online guestbook or leave a personal note to the family at www.resthavenbatonrouge.com.