He is survived by two brothers, Oscar Hollinger and wife Melba of Monticello and Raleigh Hollinger, Jr. and wife Anita of Dermott; three sisters, Clarine White and husband Sidney of Pine Bluff, Linda Heflin and husband Hugh of Monticello and Frances Willard and husband Don of Sterlington, LA; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and a very special friend whom he considered a brother, Paul Rash of Baton Rouge, LA.
After graduating from Dermott High School in 1970, Benny attended the University of Arkansas at Monticello where he received a degree in business management and a BSN degree in nursing. After graduating from UAM, he obtained his APN degree from UAMS as a nurse practitioner. He was presently employed at Stonegate Villa Rehab in Crossett and was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening and working outdoors. His hobbies included raising quail, chickens and pheasants. Benny was a loving brother, uncle, and friend to many.
Funeral service will be 11:00 am Saturday, January 2 at Stephenson-Dearman Chapel with burial to follow in Dermott Cemetery in Dermott. Visitation will be Friday evening from 6:00-8:00 pm at the funeral home. Online guestbook www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(30)
Toni
, AR Thursday, February 11, 2016 Benny I will always love you.Crystal Handley
, AR Thursday, January 14, 2016 Great man, awesome Nurse as wellDorothy white
star city, AR Monday, January 4, 2016 I'm sorry for you all loss I work with Benny for a little while at the woods of Monticello. He was a kind man, he truly will be miss. Praying for the family.Arlene Russell
Monticello, AR Sunday, January 3, 2016 I met Bennie through Salvation Army. Despite the hours he worked, Bennie would volunteer to help ring when his work hours allowed him to do so. A big man with an even bigger heart. May Bennie rest in peace.terianthony
Crossett, AR Sunday, January 3, 2016 I met 'Mr.Benny' when I moved into Pine Wood rehab. I lost my ability to walk as a result of battling Lupus. I am 53 years old, and was not happy about having to live there. I guess it showed. Mr Benny noticed everything about his patients. He always had a smile, and a gentle word of encouragement. I told him once after he mursed me back to health (while having a very close call) that I appreciated him saving my life. He quickly told me that the good Lord did that, not him. He was a man of faith. He loved and cared for the weakest of us. More to the point, he was one of us. We all miss Benny greatly.I keep hopeing I will see him coming around the corner with that precious smile. I just want to say thank you Mr. Benny for putting up with us all. We will always love you. Your Pine Wood patients and Teri Anthony Rest in Peace.Everett Smith
Little Rock, AR Saturday, January 2, 2016 Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time.Cousin,
Everett Smith and wife, Anna
Roger Prince
Warren, AR Friday, January 1, 2016 Thinking of you in this time of loss. I was so saddened to hear of benny's passing.Darlene Savage
Warren, AR Friday, January 1, 2016 Heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I speak on behalf of Monticello Medical Clinic Doctors and Staff that Benny will be truly missed!!!Bob & Sue Rash
Arlington, TX Friday, January 1, 2016 We are still in shock. We had just visited with him the previous week. He was truly a great friend. He had been so helpful with our Mother. God Bless the family. BobDeShundra Griddine
, AR Friday, January 1, 2016 To the family of Benny you guys are in my prayers. This was a shock to me and I know to you guys as well. He and I worked together at The Woods he was such a gentle, soft spoken person with a lot of stories to tell and an awesome cook. He was one of my biggest supporters when I decided to get back in school to get my bachelors degree. Benny will be greatly missed.Bob& Sue Rash
Arlington, Texas, TX Thursday, December 31, 2015 One of the nicest persons I have known. A true sportsman and friend. You will be missed.Wonda Chestnut
Rosenberg, TX Thursday, December 31, 2015 Benny made it a priority to get a smile from my mom, a resident at The Woods. He would talk to her as long as it took to get that smile. To the family, I am deeply sorry for your loss. May God shower you with comfort during this difficult time.Danny Parker
Bella Vista, AR Thursday, December 31, 2015 Many happy memories from high school and college years.We will miss you.
Virginia M Robertson
Maumelle, AR Thursday, December 31, 2015 Sorry sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.Hugh and Julia Heflin
Jacksons Gap, AL Thursday, December 31, 2015 Our prayers and sympathy to Linda and the entire family. May the Lord fill the void with his love, grace and mercy. Love and peace to all as you mourn dear Benny.Barbara Barnes
Hot Springs, AR Thursday, December 31, 2015 Oscar & family, so sorry to hear of Benny's passing. My thoughts and prayers are being sent your way.Paul Shankles
Redfield, AR Thursday, December 31, 2015 I am saddened by the passing of my brother Benny. He was always willing to help anyone in need and always had a love for people. I am truly a better person for having known Benny and he will be sorely missed.Bobbie Ross
Warren, AR Thursday, December 31, 2015 Linda and family, I am so sorry to hear of your great loss. May God bless you all during this difficult time.Shirlene Stewart
Warren, AR Wednesday, December 30, 2015 He will be missed. Sorry for your loss.Jimmy & Sandra Stueart Arnn
Cape Girardeau, MO Wednesday, December 30, 2015 Benny was one of my first and best friends and although he was her cousin, he also became Sandra's friend. He was a great guy and a great football player. We will miss him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.Gail Henry Hammil
Star City, AR Wednesday, December 30, 2015 Linda Sue, Jr. and to the rest of the family, I am sorry to hear that Benny has passed away. The family will be in my prayers and thoughts. May God give you the peace and comfort that you all need during this difficult time. Love, GailKiedra Kirk
Crossett, AR Wednesday, December 30, 2015 To take care of others is to serve. Job well done Benny!!! RILSharonda smith
Monticello, AR Wednesday, December 30, 2015 To the family of Bennie,He will truly be missed. Every time I talked to Bennie he always had a story to tell pretaining to whatever question i had to ask him. I enjoyed hearing those stories too.
Delbert and Candy Sizemore.
Dermott, AR Wednesday, December 30, 2015 Our thoughts and prayers are with the family,we loved when they all lived in Dermott. Good memories of a good guy. May God be with you...Dianne Herring
Dermott, AR Wednesday, December 30, 2015 Hollinger family:I am so sorry to hear about Benny. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I know that God will wrap you in his loving arms and bring the comfort in your time of need.
Love Dianne Herring
Dianne Herring
Dermott, AR Wednesday, December 30, 2015 Hollinger family:I am so sorry to hear about Benny. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I know that God will wrap you in his loving arms and bring the comfort in your time of need.
Love Dianne Herring
Janis Gilliam
Crossett, AR Wednesday, December 30, 2015 Our Stonegate Villa family will miss our dear co-workers humble sweet spirit.. May the comfort of God help your during this difficult time.Dennis Wells
Springdale, AR Wednesday, December 30, 2015 JR, sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers for the family.Dennis Wells
Barbara Benton
Warren, AR Wednesday, December 30, 2015 I was shocked to hear of Benny's passing. He was always so courteous to the residents at The Woods when he was employed there. He made it a point to go to each table in the dining hall to speak to each resident on a regular basis. I am sorry for your loss. May God bless you all during this time.Bonita Yount
Monticello, AR Wednesday, December 30, 2015 Will miss his smile. He was a nice man. Prayers are with you all.