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Bennie Frank "Ben" Broussard Jr.
Bennie Frank "Ben" Broussard Jr.
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Bennie Broussard Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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May 7, 2009
Sherry,
I was shocked and saddened at hearing of Ben's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I pray God's peace and presence will sustain you.
Nancy Grueneich
Molly Hodge
March 31, 2009
Sherry
I was so shocked to hear of your loss. We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. If there is anything I can do,please call. It was great to be able to talk to you and Nina.
I love you dear sweet friend
Friends forever
Molly
Carol Newman Green
March 14, 2009
I am very sorry for your loss. I was a classmate at Jefferson.
Jo Ann Smotrys
March 14, 2009
Sherry,
I'm so sorry you've lost the love of your life. Elizabeth Ann and I are very honored your Mom entrusted us with selecting photos from those Ben had included in their 'Picture Frame gift' to have on display for 'his visitation'. Elizabeth Ann has always been a part of your family so nothing was a surprise for her. For me, learning about Ben and his unending love for you and love of life was evident through each. His humor and enthusiasm seemed endless. I know you have many, many pictures to treasure and I'll get you a copy of the SD of the 'frame' pictures to carry along anywhere with you. You have a heart full of treasured memories, though I know none begin to fill the void and emptiness and deep pain you now feel... I'm so sorry!
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Stacey Carpenter
March 13, 2009
Sherry, I just heard of Ben's passing! I am so sorry for your loss, I know he will be greatly missed! I know first hand how hard it is to loose a loved one, please do not hesitate to call if you need something, even if it is just to talk! My thoughts are with you at this difficult time!
John D. Sharer
March 13, 2009
Mrs. Broussard: Please accept my sincere sympathy and heartfelt condolences on the death of your husband. "These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you have tribulation, but take courage; I have overcome the world." John 16:33.
Frankie Winn
March 13, 2009
Sherry,
Beth and I were so saddened to hear about Ben. Please know that our prayers and thoughts are with you. Ben was so much fun to be around. Whether singing, golfing or just visiting, he was so funny to be with. You will be our friend forever.
Frankie Winn
Jack and Laura Elmore
March 13, 2009
So sorry for your loss our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Freddie,Shelly Stembridge
March 12, 2009
Sorry for your loss,If there is anything we can do please let us know. We will miss Ben at the Golf Course with his smile and jokes,but we all will remember him.
Freddie,Shelly
Stembridge
Katherine Bowman-Horner
March 12, 2009
Sherry,
I am so sorry for your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with you. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you. Take care of yourself and hang on to the memories.
I would love to get together when you are up to it so we can catch up and talk about the old times at the pharmacy...
Katherine (Bowman) Horner
Janice Lefevers Gensler
March 11, 2009
I was so sad to hear about Bennie. We went all through school together and graduated together. He was always a friend to me. My Dad and Bennie's Mom always called each other when Arkansas played football. I miss Bonnie and Big Frank too, especially Frank's singing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
George (Butch) Lester
March 11, 2009
Sherry, I cannot tell you how sorry I am for your loss. My wife Jan(Simpson) and I knew Benny all our lives I guess. Benny and his dad taught me to water ski when I was around 12. Benny and I spent many good times together, and I cannot recall any bad times till now. I am in total shock at the loss of this special friend. God bless you and all of the family with the knowledge Benny is now fishing with Jesus. Butch & Jan Lester
Marsha Lester Freeman
March 11, 2009
Bennie spent many hours as a boy in our home - he was a good friend of my brother's - George (Butch) Lester. I am so sorry for your loss - may sweet memories sustain you. God Bless, Marsha Lester Freeman
CONNIE EVALEN ZUZUKIN
March 11, 2009
SHERRY, OUR FAMILIES LIVED SIDE BY SIDE IN JEFFERSON, AND WE WERE ALL LIKE BROTHERS AND SISTERS. WE LOVED EACH OTHERS PARENTS AND ALWAYS PLAYED AT EACH OTHERS HOUSES. BEN WAS THE ONLY ONE FROM HIS FAMILY WHO GOT IN TOUCH WITH OUR FAMILY WHEN MY MOTHER DIED. THE TIME AND DISTANCE WOULD NEVER KEEP OUR CHILDHOOD MEMORIES FROM LIVING OVER AND OVER IN OUR HEARTS. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS FOR HIS GREAT LOSS IN YOUR FAMILY. WE WILL MISS HIM, BUT KNOW HE WAS THE FIRST TO MEET UP WITH BONNIE AND FRANK IN THEIR HOLY HOME. WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY, EVALEN HAGGARD ZUZUKIN
Pope & Betty Jo Fisher
March 11, 2009
We are so sorry to hear of little Ben's homegoing...We know he will be missed greatly by all that knew him & esecially his family...The smile he wears in the photo is nothing compared to the one he is wearing now in Heaven...We didn't know him as well as we knew the girls, but, his mother and daddy we knew well & thought the world of them...Such a fine christian family...Again, we are so sorry & prayers are lifted for the family now that God will give you the strength to continue your lives which was so enriched by Ben's presence...Remember all the good times and keep looking UPWARD...God loves you all.....Lean hard on Him and he will guide you through your valley's and carry you to the top of the mountain.....
Julie Wine
March 11, 2009
Sherry, I am so aorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers. If there is anything I can do for you, please give me a call. God Bless-
Dorothy and Marcia Craver
March 10, 2009
We knew this family well and his father before him. We regret the passing of a dear family friend.
Carla Biggs Bass
March 10, 2009
My prayers are with you and your family at this time. I have fond memories of Bennie and his parents. I was several years younger, but we were in band together from the time I was in Jr. Hi. Keep your happy memories close to your heart and God will see you through.
Kathy Norwood Latham
March 10, 2009
To all the Broussard family, What joy to know that Bennie is in Heaven rejoicing, and from what I have heard, probably 'at the lake'. I have not lived in Jefferson for many years, but have such fond memories of going to church and school with Bennie & his family. I know that God's comfort will be with you, and I am so thankful that you have so many good memories of Ben. My prayers are with you.
Bubba and Jean Haggard
March 10, 2009
Sherry,
Jean and I were saddened when Barry called Saturday to tell us about Bennie. Bennie and I grew up as next door neighbors and truly knew each other all our lives.
In the '50s and '60s in the small town of Jefferson, we "explored" the neighborhood and played "war" in an old dirt pit we called the canyons. We would also get the neighborhood boys together to play football or baseball at the old football stadium across the street from his house. We played on the same little league baseball team.
When it was time to date, well, Bennie was quite a ladies man. I don't think I will say much more about that, but he had a great personality and was a good friend who will be missed.
Jean was in the band with him and said how much she enjoyed the trips to the games and events. He was a good friend of hers too.
Jean & Bubba "Hoss" Haggard ("Hoss" is a nickname that Bennie's Dad gave me. He nicknamed me and my sister).
Sylvia and Dowell Sterrett
March 10, 2009
Our love and prayers are with the family of Bennie, we were neighbors in Jefferson and loved him and his family. So sorry for this loss.
Bridgette Moran
March 10, 2009
Sherry,
I am really sorry for your loss. I hope your memories will get you through the tough times.
Liz Mott
March 10, 2009
My prayers go out to the family. Ben had a great heart & will be missed by all who knew him.
Suzanne Wiener
March 10, 2009
So sorry for your loss. Ben will be missed. From his corporate travel agent - Suzanne
Patricia Bree
March 10, 2009
My prayers are with you and your family. Ben was a kind, good-hearted and fun loving person. I feel fortunate to have worked with him for the last 20 years. He will be greatly missed.
Pat McClain
March 10, 2009
To Ben's Family,
Our hearts are saddened that we have lost not only a co-worker, but also a friend. Ben really cared about people, and if he could do anything to make someone smile, then you can bet he would do it! He was loyal and dedicated to his job, but you could never have a conversation with Ben that he didn't speak of his family. Much of our conversations revealed his soul, and his compassion for others.
You, the family of Ben, have our deepest sympathy as you feel the loss of a husband, a father, a brother or a dearly loved uncle. We at Radiac shall miss Ben as a friend, and are grateful for the time we were privileged to know him.
Barry Bailey
March 10, 2009
Sherry,
You have the deepest sympathies from my family - Gail, Kristin, Michael & Zachary. Ben was a wonderful friend and a great person to work with.
If heaven didn't have a lake before, I know they do now. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Barry & Family
Sharon Bonner-Goolsby
March 10, 2009
Sherry: Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We have such wonderful memories having grown up together. He will be missed. The Haggards from Jefferson
Kathi Carter
March 10, 2009
Sherry,
I was deeply saddened to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Hold on to what is good even if it is a handful of earth.
Hold on to what you believe even if it is a tree which stands by itself.
Hold on to what you must do even if it is a long way from here.
Hold on to life even when it is easier letting go.
Hold on to my hand even when I have gone away from you
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