Beatrice Elizabeth Benedict, 100, died on Tuesday, May 4, 2021, while at the Meadows.  Formerly the Baptist Home in Rhinebeck.       Bea recently celebrated her 100th birthday.  Born on April 16, 1921, in Connecticut.  She was born to Lavina and John Oles along with her siblings, Everett, Sterling, John, Ralph, Inez, Ruth, Gertrude, and Lavina (Sissy).      On June 8,1940, she married the love of her life, Frank R. Benedict.  Together they had two daughters and one son.  Both her husband Frank and son Gary Benedict predeceased her.  She is survived by her two daughters.  Barbara Clark of Poughkeepsie and Bonnie Brokosch and her husband William of Hyde Park.  Her daughter-in-law, Connie Benedict (wife of Gary) survives in Hyde Park.    Bea was blessed with six granddaughters, Cristle; Kelly; Shannon (husband Lee); Lisa (husband Vince); Lori (husband Brian) and Chessa.  Along with great grandchildren; great-great grandchildren; nieces and nephews, all who survive her.      As a young girl in Connecticut, she worked for an Attorney, Mr. Woodward.  Upon moving to New York, she worked for Dr. Locke.  While raising her children she worked for the Poughkeepsie Leather Coat Company during war times assembling leather bomber jackets.  Later she worked at the Hudson River State Hospital.    Before retiring she worked for the owners of the Hyde Park and Golden Manor Motels.    Bea enjoyed her beautiful flower beds of petunias, her rose arbors and baked the most delicious cheesecake ever.   She was blessed with some very special friends.  Some who had passed before her and some who will be deeply saddened by her passing.   Chessa will miss her chats with her Grandma. They truly were best friends.      For those of you that were part of Bea's life, take a moment to remember her for her friendship, kindness, patience, acceptance, tolerance, forgiveness, endurance, and most of all love.     Many thanks to everyone that in some way shared their friendship, care, compassion, and love with Bea.    At Bea's request there will be no calling hours and burial will be at the convenience of the family.  Bea will be reunited with her husband, Frank, at Union Cemetery, Hyde Park.  May they Rest-in-Peace together again.    Arrangements are under the direction of Sweet's Funeral Home, Rte. 9, Hyde Park.  Donations may be made to a charity of your choice in Bea's memory.  Condolences may be made to the family at www.sweetsfuneralhome.com .