May 10, 1980 – July 28, 2024    

Benito was born in Castlegar, B.C. on May 10, 1980. He was the third of five children, and only boy, where he got to play the role of little and big brother; he was the pride and joy to his parents. 

He holds an incredibly special place in the memories and hearts of his parents, and each one of his sisters. He grew up with many extended family members throughout B.C. but considered Kamloops his true home. Here, he was surrounded by his family, extended family, and longtime friends. He graduated from Norkam Secondary school in 1998 and continued a career with the railroad thereafter. His family grew, gaining some brothers and becoming “Uncle Benni”. He began his own little family in 2009 with the birth of his beautiful daughter Isabella Marie Pucci-Daniele on July 24. Better known as Bella, she became his most cherished treasure of whom he lived each and every day for, and their duo was soon referred to as “Bah and Beh”. Bens favourite moments in life encompassed family – whether it be hunting with his dad and brothers, time at the lake, big Christmas gatherings, and his most favourite, making memories with him and Isabella, where he would take all the photos, never wanting to miss a moment. 

Ben’s presence was absolutely unforgettable. If you were privileged to be in the same room as him, you were laughing and filled with immense joy. He was fiercely faithful, the laughter and light of our family, and has left a void that could never be filled, though his presence can never be forgotten. 

Benito is predeceased by many extended family members so close to him. His great-grandparents Pietro and Teresa Caputo, His Nonno Antonio Vecchio, Nonno and Nonna Antonio and Teresa Pucci-Daniele, Uncles Giovanni Pucci-Daniele, and Guido Vecchio, amongst others. 

Ben is survived by his beloved daughter Isabella Pucci-Daniele, best friends, and parents, Vincenzo and Lucia Pucci-Daniele, his siblings Trina Robinson (Trevor) Rosanna Covaceuszach (Dino) Melissa Kinaschuk ( Mike), Amanda Pucci-Daniele; his partner Calida Barnhardt, and her daughter Cienna . He left behind many nieces and nephews including: Danielle Loring (Matt), Colter Mccauley, Mya and Alia Loring, Ava and Mateo Covaceuszach, Ariana, Milania and Luca Kinaschuk. He also left behind countless aunts, uncles, cousins, friends and extended family. 

His legacy will forever remain through his daughter Isabella, of whom he shared more than 15 years of love and memories. 

Prayers will be recited on Thursday, August 8, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. in Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, 635 Tranquille Rd., Kamloops. Funeral Mass will be celebrated in the church on Friday, August 9, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. with Father Thomas Arackal Celebrant. 

In lieu of flowers, the family has arranged a trust for Isabella Pucci-Daniele in the legacy of her father Benito. Donations can be made via e transfer to the following email: isabellaintrust@yahoo.com 

Ben, you are loved and missed beyond measure. We will love you forever. 

Corinthians 16:14. Do everything in Love 

You may offer a message of condolence at Schoening Funeral Service for the Pucci-Daniele family. 

• Date : 2024-07-28
• Location : Kamloops