BORN

1956

DIED

2011

FUNERAL HOME

Kirksey Funeral Home

Spring St & Us Highway 70 W

Old Fort, North Carolina

Harold Benfield Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jul. 4, 2011.

Harold Gene Benfield, 55, of Morganton, NC formerly of Old Fort, NC passed away unexpectedly Saturday, July 2, 2011 at Grace Hospital.

He was born June 23, 1956 in Burke County, NC to Lois Marie Benfield of Old Fort, NC and to the late Donald Ray Benfield.

In addition to his father, he is also preceded in death by his sister, Deborah.

Surviving are his wife, Vanessa Carver Benfield of the home; two sons, Harold Gene Benfield, Jr. of Morganton, NC and Donald Ray Benfield of the home; two daughters, Nicole Howard and husband, Steve of Asheville, NC and Anglia Walker and husband, Joe of Marion, NC; one brother, Frank Benfield of Old Fort, NC; and three sisters, Vicki, Teresa and Tammy; and eight grandchildren.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM on Tuesday, July 5, 2011 at Kirksey Funeral Chapel in Old Fort, NC. Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, July 6, 2011 at Kirksey Funeral Chapel in Old Fort, NC with Rev. James Walker officiating. Burial will follow at Bethlehem Community Cemetery.

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March 25, 2023

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Harold "Gene" Benfield Jr.

I really feel dumb. Never knew a place such as this existed online. My son Dawson was asking about you and I found this. Would like to start with I have finally grown up some. I will never fulfill the foundation of being a good man like you were but thank you for teaching mme the pro's and con's of life. I have custody of my kids and strive to do my very best at setting a good example for them. A lot of kids go through life with lots less than I did without the guidance of
A dad. Thank you and I miss you so much. I'm doing my very best to make you proud of me. Sorry I didn't do that much while you were here but I hear you in my heart everyday and I hope that you are watching me cause I turned into you I'm forever grateful for that. Love you and looking forward to catching one to peel you off at the buzzer at the biggest pond in the sky. ..(ONE CAN DREAM CAN'T THEY....LOL.) HOLD IT DOWN TILL I GET THERE DAD....WITH NOTHING BUT LOVE AND RESPECT,

June 28, 2012

Sherry Davidson

Well Harold, it's almost been a year now and I cannot believe it. I lost my Dad in April so if you see him, tell him I love him. You will never be forgotten ole buddy. Hope your fishing days are good. Love ya.

January 9, 2012

Donald Benfield

Dad its me again. Its been so long without u. I think about u everyday. Things here are so messed up without u. I don't know where to turn and I've got no strength left to fight. Please send me a sign. I love u and miss u dearly.

July 30, 2011

Tara Elliott

Precious Moments... Never Forgotten.

July 27, 2011

Edna Stamey

Benfield Family:
So sorry for your loss.. harold will always be remembered for the good times and bad.. Edna

July 20, 2011

Iam so sorry i just found out this morning Edna had got a email i dont no what to say marie iam so sorry i no you are going though hell now but you are a tough women and i no we havent talked in a while but you are my sister and i love you love always Susie

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July 8, 2011

Amber Edwards

Harold was a very good man i will miss him so much i havent kept in touch over the past few years though now i wish i had you never know when someones time is up though this should push everyone to spend more time with there loved ones. I pray that donnie and gene both know ill be there for them through all of this i love you guys you know how to reach me

July 8, 2011

Nicole Revis, Howard

Daddy, it's your little girl. I know you are listening and I just want to say that I love you more than life itself. Im sorry that I didnt get to visit more often and Im even more sorry that you didnt get to spend more time with your grandbabies. We all love you very much and you will always be in our hearts. You walk with me and help me be strong from this day forward because all I want is to make you proud. Tell grandpa Benfield I said hello and I love him and I look forward to the day we all will reunite again in heaven. I love you always you PURTY man you.

July 7, 2011

donald benfield

This was my dad. He was the strongest hearted man I've ever known. He loved to fish and I believe in my heart he's on the carp banks of heaven now, slayin em like he always did. Thanks to all who have been there for me and I love you all. I will miss you dearly daddy. U were my strive and strength. But now I shall stand strong for you like I know you would want me to. I got huge shoes to fill but with our family sticking together we can alll make it. Im gonna miss you so much dad and I will think about u everyday until we meet un heaven. I love you so much and wont ever forget you.

July 6, 2011

Jerry & Kathy Gentry

I am so sorry to here of your loss. Harold has been a true friend to me for 40 years.Without his help , I might have never caught a Carp... He will always be in me heart,and will be messed.

July 6, 2011

Dora Pressley

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

July 6, 2011

Lori ann& Thomas Walder

Dawson and Hailey will miss you so very much, you were there grandpa and they loved you very much.you was a very special man.you are in our thoughts and prayers.

July 6, 2011

Young Family

We are so sorry for your loss Gene, We are here if you need us.

July 6, 2011

Pam Mitchell

Vanessa and children,

Harold and I are first cousins; our parents are brother and sister. We never kept in touch after the death of both of our parents and our grandmother. We have good memories from our younger childhood days and regret that I have never met you and your family. I am sorry for your loss and will keep your family in our prayers. Shane, Pam, & Madeline Mitchell (formerly Pam Young, Gail's daughter)

July 5, 2011

sorry to hear of your loss he is our cousin our prayers and thoughts are with the family god bless the family wilma white webb and family

July 5, 2011

Kim Webb

So sorry to hear of your loss.I will be praying for you & the family.

July 5, 2011

Darrell Helms

So sorry for your loss.He will be deeply missed. He was a good friend the short time I knew him.

July 5, 2011

Ashley & Francisco Martinez

Harold is my husbands uncle. it broke our hearts to hear of his passing.Harold you will always be in our hearts and prayers.we will miss you dearly.

July 5, 2011

Brandy Roberts

I'm so sorry for your loss he was a great grandpa to Hailey an Dawson. He will be missed by many.You and your family are in my prayers.

July 5, 2011

Annis Lytle

Tammy, you and your family are in my prayers. I am sorry for your loss.

July 5, 2011

Marilyn (Punny) CLARK

So sorry to hear about Harold.Will keep you and the family in our hearts and prayers.

July 5, 2011

Kathy Yount Amber Edwards

To the Benfield family...I am so sorry for your loss.You all will be in our thoughts and prayers..

July 5, 2011

Miranda Carroll

You and your family is in our prayers. Harold came to my work atleat once a week and got breakfast. Gonna miss seeing his smiling face. God bless!!!

July 5, 2011

Pamela Whisenant & Girls

My family and I are so sorry Vanessa. I was at work when I heard of his leaving us. Miranda and I will keep you in our prayers. I hope his loving thoughts sooth your days to come. If you need anything, call me.

July 5, 2011

Rushie Sorrenti

My prayers are with you during this difficult time!

July 5, 2011

Larry Hicks

So sorry to hear about your loss. We fished with him and he will be missed. Everyone of you are in our thoughts and prayers

July 5, 2011

Kelly & Rachel Poteat

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

July 4, 2011

Donna Green & Allen Ledford

Anglia & family,
We are so sorry to learn of your loss. We will be keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.

July 4, 2011

eric watson

we are so sorry for your loss.gene and family.call if you need us

July 4, 2011

crystal watson

im so sorry for your loss gene and family
you know i love you like a brother gene if you need anything let me know.im thinking about you.

July 4, 2011

Diane Crabtree

So sorry to hear the news,I will be praying for the family.I worked with Harold a little at Caterpillar and remember him to always be a good guy.

July 4, 2011

Sherry Davidson

To the Benfield family, I'm so sorry for your loss. May your memories bring you comfort during this difficult time. Rest In Peace Harold. I'm gonna miss you.

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