In addition to his parents, Benny was preceded in death by a daughter, Theresa Fern King; his second wife, Vanita King; six siblings, Avilia Pharr, Martha Chapman, Robert King, Eva Lopez, Marquerite Dickinson, and Myrtle King; and his previous wife, Billie Fern Reinhart.
He is survived by one son, Dr, Lewis R. King of Dallas, TX; a daughter, April Rae King of White Hall, AR; granddaughter, Meghan Rae Berry; and three great grandchildren, Emma Rae Berry, Brick Berry, Andrey Ray Berry; along with numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Visitation will be held Monday, June 30, 2025, from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home. Funeral services will be Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. in the Stephenson-Dearman Chapel with Rev. Terry Newman officiating. Burial will be in Green Hill Cemetery.
Condolences(3)
Donna Webb
White Hall, AR Friday, July 4, 2025 I worked with Benny for lots of years he always had a smile on his face and I know he loved his childrenGo rest high on that mountain my friend cause you deserve to rest in peace always loved you
Jerry & Joyce Smith
Monticello, AR Monday, June 30, 2025 Praying for the family.Dorothy Adcock McWhorter
Bedford, TX Monday, June 30, 2025 It is with great sadness that I learn of Benny's death. On behalf of my family, I send our deepest sympathy to Benny's family.The King family was an integral part of the Monticello community; especially as members of the Second Baptist Church.