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Gerald Bentley Obituary
Gerald Bentley Jr., age 51, of Trotwood, OH, passed away Saturday, November 22, 2025. Funeral Service 11 am Saturday, December 13, 2025 at Tabernacle Baptist Church, 380 S. Broadway St., Dayton, OH. Visitation 10 am- 11 am at which time family will receive friends. Interment Woodland Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to House of Wheat Funeral Home.
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Charles Ferguson
January 6, 2026
We´ve been friends since we were 14 years old. I´m still trying to get through your passing.
Mary Townsend Stokes
December 16, 2025
Dear Sheila & Family:
I share your grief on the loss of your son. Praying God will bless and strengthen you. I will stay in touch. Please call me if I can assist you in any way. Glad you received my card and gift.
Mary Townsend Stokes
Cincinnati OH
Carla Reid
December 15, 2025
Cousin Jay, I just want to thank you for reaching out to me to and welcoming me into the family. I'm still reeling from the news of your passing and though we didn't get to meet in person as planned, I will absolutely keep my promise with your babies... RIP dear!
Robin Williams
December 12, 2025
Rest easy Jay
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Jo Ann Huntley
December 8, 2025
Shelia you have my deepest sympathy
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