P.O. Box 506, 943 Highway 425 North, Monticello, AR71655

Gerald "Buddy" W. Bennett
October 4, 1937 - November 28, 2015

Gerald "Buddy" W. Bennett

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Gerald W. "Buddy" Bennett, age 78 of Wilmar, passed away Saturday, November 28, 2015 at Drew Memorial Hospital in Monticello. He was born October 4, 1937 in Drew County, AR to the late Ben H. Bennett, Jr. and Erma O'Neill Bennett. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by three brothers, Ben, Bill, and Lee Bennett. Buddy was retired from the Drew County Road Department after twelve years of service. He was also a carpenter and built every house his family lived in. He loved his family, hunting and fishing, and he never quit building.

Buddy is survived by his wife of 31 years, Ann Sanders Bennett of Green Hill; two sons, Gerald Scott "Boo" Bennett of Green Castle, IN and Michael Swayze of Green Hill; two daughters, Suzie Bennett Flemister of Monticello, and Leighann Tucker and husband Chris of Conway; one sister-in-law Betty Bennett of Green Hill; five grandchildren, Casey Bennett, Brandon Flemister, Toni Flemister, Stephanie Tucker, and Ashley Tucker; four great-grandchildren, Ryleigh, Maci, Kinsley, and Karleigh; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

A graveside service will be held 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 2, 2015 at the Rough and Ready Cemetery in Monticello with Rev. Caleb Lane officiating. Visitation will be from 6:00 8:00 p.m. Tuesday evening at Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home. Online guestbook: www.stephensondearman.com.

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Visitation
Tuesday, December 1, 2015
from 6:00 to 8:00 pm
Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home
943 Highway 425 North
Monticello, AR  71657
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Service
Graveside Servcie
Wednesday, December 2, 2015
at 10:00 AM
Rough & Ready Cemetery
State School Rd.
Monticello, AR  71655
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Interment
Rough & Ready Cemetery
State School Rd.
Monticello, AR  71655
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Condolences(13)

  1. Kay Worbington
    Dear Ann, You and your family have my sincere sympathy at the loss of Gerald. I have memories as a child seeing him around the community and at the Greenhill store when he was a teen. I would see him playing basketball at the old Greenhill Schoolhouse with some of the other community teens. I pray for God's comfort as you adjust your life without him.
  2. Hazel Potts
    Dear Ann and Family
    I was so sorry to hear of Buddy passing All ways enjoyed him ever time he visited our dental office Always had a great story to tell He was such to joy to all who knew him He will be truly missed My prayers are with the family Looked to our Savior for comfort at this time I am so sorry I am not able to attend any of the services,but my prayers are with you
    Hazel and alan




  3. Janice Wiggam
    Ann, Suzie and family,

    You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you peace and comfort in your loss.

    With love & sympathy,
    Janice Gladden Wiggam
  4. Darlene Bennett Hayes
    To all my family, my heart is broken to hear of Uncle Buddy's death. He was a great man with an infectious laugh. He will be missed by all who knew him. I loved him dearly. All my thoughts and prayers to Boo, Suzy, Anne and family.
    Although I live far away I have never forgotten Uncle Buddy. I have so many fond memories of him.
    Rest in peace my wonderful uncle. I love you!
    Darlene (Sissy)
  5. Beverly Hood
    My deepest sympathy for the family of my friend Buddy Bennett. Prayers for your loss.
  6. steve dearmond
    sorry for youre loss
  7. Wanda Young
    So sorry for the loss of Buddy,always had fun visiting with him, old school friend. Prayers for family.
  8. Dwight and Sherri Witcher Witcher
    Please except our deepest sympathy to the Bennett family. A friend that will be missed. Our prayers go out to you during this time of grief. May the Lord give you peace!
  9. James & Mary Lasiter
    Deepest sympathy to the Bennett family. We were so sorry to hear of Geralds passing. May God comfort you at this time.
  10. Joan (Watts) Davidson
    So sorry to hear of your loss. Gerald was a great school friend & a great neighbor of mine. My prayers are with the family.
  11. Shelia Ratledge
    Suzie and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Praying God's strength and peace surround you in the coming days . All our love and prayers
    Shelia and Danny Ratledge
  12. Harry Densmore
    I can remember having many laughs with this man. I really enjoyed being around him. May God rest his hand of love and mercy upon all of the family.
  13. Carole (Doss) Rushing
    I was so saddened to read of Buddy's passing. I have known him all my life and we grew up as friends and neighbors. I know what a fine family he is from and I know how much he will be missed. My sincere sympathy and prayers for the entire family. May God give you the peace, comfort and strength that only He can at this time.

    With Love,
    Carole (Doss-Johns) Rushing
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