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Benjamin J. Singleton, Sr. SUMMERVILLE - The relatives and friends of Mr. Benjamin J. Singleton, Sr. are invited to attend his Funeral Service 12:00 PM, Thursday, November 30, 2017 at Canaan United Methodist Church, 171 Highway 61, Ridgeville, SC. Interment - Hillcrest Cemetery, Summerville, SC. Wake Service will be held Wednesday, November 29, 2017 from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM at the church. Mr. Singleton will lie-in-state on Thursday from 10:30 AM until the hour of service. Mr. Singleton is survived by his wife, Helen Singleton; his children, Tommy Funny and Sharon Simmons; daughter-in-law, Lynn Haney- Singleton; his stepson, Larry Wright; his grandchildren, Tavarez Ahmaz Funny, Brittney Shuree McClellan, Brittany N. Simmons, Benjamin Jeremiah Singleton, III, and Myah Kathryn Singleton; two great-grandchildren, Solomon Rice, III, Tavarez Funny Jr.; sisters, Ermine Myers, Sarah McLean; brothers, Clement Singleton, Jr. (Victoria), Dr. Charles Singleton (Cozy) and Isreal Singleton (Deloris); brothers-in-law, Leslie Brown (Odessa), Edward T. Samuels; one sister-in-law, Mary Duncan; and a host of other relatives and friends. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.murraysmortuary.com. Arrangements entrusted to MURRAY'S MORTUARY, 4060 RIVERS AVENUE, NORTH CHARLESTON, SC 843-744-5488. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier on Nov. 29, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
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Family Journal Editors

November 21, 2021

Benjamin James "Ben" Singleton Sr. was a genuine custodian of local law enforcement in Dorchester County, South Carolina, during his living years. His sensible wisdom and dependable service to the people for over forty-six years was truly a life's blessing. Ben's simple solutions saved lives, through community law enforcement and policing. Scoop Publications, Saturday, April 24, 2021. https://www.blacknewsscoop.com/2021/04/simple-solutions-save-lives-law.html

Benjamin James Singleton, Sr. Memorial Intersection, March 2020, Dorchester County, South Carolina

Dr. Charles L. Singleton

November 21, 2020

In memoriam, Benjamin James Singleton, Sr. Memorial Intersection, Orangeburg Road (Red Road) S-18-22 and Dorchester Road, SC Hwy 642, SC: Adopted by the South Carolina General Assembly on March 4, 2020. Ben's earthly legacy still lives.

Family Journal Editors, USA & Overseas

November 21, 2019

Benjamin James Singleton, Sr. will forever be remembered by his family members, friends and associates. We thank God for sharing "Ben" with us during the days of his earthly living.

BENJAMIN "TOOKIE" SINGLETON, JR. 1965-2001

The Singleton Family

February 2, 2018

Benjamin's Memoriam: BENJAMIN "TOOKIE" SINGLETON, JR. 1965-2001 And His "Beloved" Father BENJAMIN James SINGLETON, SR. 1943-2017

We miss both of you. And now those precious memories will live forever in our minds and hearts. "Precious memories, how they linger, how they ever flood my soul; in the stillness of the midnight, precious, sacred scenes unfold."
---J. B. F. Wright

Patricia Addison

December 22, 2017

Gentle Spirit

December 6, 2017

Isreal,
I am so sorry for your loss. If your brother was anything like you, our world has lost a wonderful man.
With sympathy,
Suzanne Hughes

Kenneth Randolpn

December 1, 2017

Much love to you all.

December 1, 2017

My deepest sympathy to his family. May Almighty God grant you peace as you cope with your loss. Jer.29:11

Willie Johnson

November 30, 2017

To The Family of Ben Singleton Sr: I knew Ben by way of the Palmetto State Law Enforcement Officers Association. He was well respected and a person who said what he meant and meant what he said. He was one of the great presidents for the PSLEOA. He will be missed by the law enforcement community all over the state of South Carolina. The family of "Ben", you are in my thoughts and prayers. Chief Willie Johnson, Retired (Greenville Police Department)

BOBO and Rochelle Smith

November 30, 2017

Prayers for the Singleton Family in its entirety.

Jim Holden

November 30, 2017

Isreal - please accept my heartfelt condolences in your time of loss. I'm sure that you will think of your brother often, and that will bring you comfort in the days ahead.

Jim Holden

November 30, 2017

Isreal - Please accept my heartfelt condolences in your time of loss. I'm sure you will think of your brother often, and that will bring you comfort in the days to come.

Cousin Dottie Brown

November 29, 2017

To Mrs. Helen and the family of Bengie, as we use to call him: May God heal your hearts and comfort your soul.

Kenneth Sanders

November 29, 2017

May God comfort you in time of sorrow.

Donna Beard

November 29, 2017

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

Shawn Amick

November 29, 2017

Mr. Singleton, I'm so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. ❤

Robin Graves

November 29, 2017

Isreal, I am so sorry for the loss of your brother. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Edharriet Baker

November 29, 2017

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Beckwith Carlos

November 29, 2017

TO THE FAMILY OF MR. BEN SINGLETON , WE SEND OUR DEEPEST HEARTFELT PRAYERS AND CONDOLENCES DURING YOUR TIME OF BEREAVEMENT. MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS YOU AND KEEP YOU STRONG DURING AFTERWARDS AND ALWAYS! THANKS FOR ALLOWING ME THE TIMES WE SPENT TOGETHER. THEY WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN! RIP KIND SIR!

BECKWITH H. CARLOS & FAMILY

Dr. Jacquelyn & George III Hill

November 29, 2017

To The Singleton Family:

Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time.The sun will shine again in your life.

Moses Smalls

November 29, 2017

Truly a great friend, co-worker, and family man, Ben you will truly be missed you are one of a kind, you've been an inspiration to me, and the way that you love and live life. The work that you've done will surely shine in the lives that you've changed.Well done my brother, my friend look down on me from time to time. I love you!

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Editors Family Journal USA

November 29, 2017

Benjamin Singleton said, Announce it in the Family Journal!

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Dr. Charles L. Singleton

November 29, 2017

Our sincere condolences and prayers, The Atlanta Metro Alumni Chapter of Elizabeth City State University (ECSU).

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Alston High School Senior Class 1964

November 29, 2017

Ben lived his life like it was "Golden."

---Jill Scott

He will be greatly missed.

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Drayton Singleton

November 29, 2017

We are going to miss "Our" Benjamin.

Flood Singleton Heritage Seal

Editors Family Journal USA

November 29, 2017

We are celebrating Benjamin James Singleton, Sr. 1943-2017

Deputy, Sheriff Department, Dorchester County, Summerville, South Carolina

Journal Editors AHS1964 and Family Journals USA

November 29, 2017

Dearly Beloved, Our Prayers for the
Benjamin James Singleton, Sr.'s Family

On behalf of our 165 Journal Families, loved ones, relatives, friends, The Cascade United Methodist Church Family, Atlanta, GA, and the Atlanta Metro Alumni Chapter of Elizabeth City State University (ECSU), we offer sincere prayers of condolences to the Singleton family, upon the passing of our dearly-beloved Ben. When I've gone the last mile of the way, I will rest at the close of the day; and I know there are joys that await me, when I've gone the last mile of the way. --- Johnson Oatman, Jr.

We, indeed, thank Our Heavenly Father for Benjamin's life, which he shared with us. Now, Lord, may his soul rest in everlasting peace. And, may God continue to strengthen and take care of you.

Sincerely,

Family Journal Editors
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Drayton Singleton Heritage Seal

Celebrating Our Dear Cousin, Ben's Historical Legacy, Our Seal of Inheritance
Drayton Singleton USA Families, Clubhouse, Ridgeville, South Carolina

Mr. Benjamin J. Singleton, Sr.'s family, relatives and friends; we, the Alston High School Senior Class (AHS) of 1964 sends sincere prayers and sympathies during your loss and bereavement. In saying goodbye, may Benjamin's God-given Soul rest in everlasting peace, and the precious memories of his living years will live on forever. AHS1964 Journal USA, Our Class Legacy Emblem

Dark Riders Motorcycle Club

November 28, 2017

Nothing in Life can prepare us for losing someone close to us, we will miss you.

Rest In Peace Mr Ben

Rasheen, Ella, Jazmin and Aaron Robinson

Aaron, Ella, Rasheen & Jazmin Robinson

November 28, 2017

Helen you and Ben are a part of our Family because you both accepted us into your lives. Your Friendship, Leadership and Love will always be Remembered and never be Replaced.

Priscilla Drake

November 28, 2017

My heartfelt condolences go out to you. I pray that God keeps you in his tender loving care. God Bless!

Dorchester County, South Carolina, Sheriff's Department

Associates USA

November 28, 2017

"SINGLETON, Benjamin J., 73, of Summerville, a retired administrator with Dorchester County Sheriff's Department, former chief of police with Town of Ridgeville and husband of Helen Brown Singleton, died Saturday. Arrangements by Murray's Mortuary of North Charleston." --- Public Domain

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Senior Class 1964 Alston High School

November 28, 2017

Mr. Benjamin J. Singleton, Sr.s family, relatives and friends, we, the Alston High School Senior Class (AHS) of 1964 sends sincere prayers and sympathies during your loss and bereavement. In saying goodbye, may Benjamins God-given Soul rest in everlasting peace, and the precious memories of his living years will live on forever. AHS1964 Journal USA, Our Class Legacy Emblem

Drayton Singleton Seal of Inheritance

USA Families Drayton Singleton

November 28, 2017

Celebrating Our Dear Cousin, Bens Historical Legacy, Our Seal of Inheritance
Drayton Singleton USA Families, Clubhouse, Ridgeville, South Carolina

Flood Singleton Heritage Seal

Editors Family Journal USA

November 28, 2017

Benjamin James Singleton, Sr., "Our Heritage, Our History, Our Legacy"

Benjamin James Singleton, Sr. 1943-2017

Editors Family Journal USA

November 28, 2017

Dearly Beloved, Our Prayers for the Benjamin James Singleton, Sr.s Family

On behalf of our 165 Journal Families, loved ones, relatives, friends, The Cascade United Methodist Church Family, Atlanta, GA, and the Atlanta Metro Alumni Chapter of Elizabeth City State University (ECSU), we offer sincere prayers of condolences to the Singleton family, upon the passing of our dearly-beloved Ben. When Ive gone the last mile of the way, I will rest at the close of the day; and I know there are joys that await me, when Ive gone the last mile of the way. --- Johnson Oatman, Jr.

We, indeed, thank Our Heavenly Father for Benjamins life, which he shared with us. Now, Lord, may his soul rest in everlasting peace. And, may God continue to strengthen and take care of you.

Sincerely,
Family Journal Editors
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Nickey pryor

November 28, 2017

sorry to hear the loss of mr Ben may god keep his family in his loving hands r.i.p as i always call him my uncle Ben.

Angela Martin

November 27, 2017

I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Ben. He was such a great man. I always enjoyed being in conversation with him while at the PSLEOA Conferences. He always had something funny to say and always, always had a smile on his face. I will truly miss my friend, but I will never forget him.
My prayers are with you all during this time.

Rest in Peace, Ben

Lavern Geddis-Harrison

November 27, 2017

To the family of Benjamin Singleton:
You have my deepest sympathy its very little anyone can say or do to ease the loss of one who meant so very much to you just know that we all care and is praying for your strength.

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