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Ben Hanchett Obituary

Ben Joseph Hanchett, Sr. passed peacefully on Thursday, May 5, 2022. He was 75 years old. Mr. Hanchett was preceded in death by his father Ben Hanchett, mother Louanna Hanchett Joseph, and brother Curley W. Hanchett. He is survived by his wife Ellis Hanchett, son Ben Joseph Hanchett, Jr., and daughter Benita Hanchett (Dominick), four sisters: Mary F. Hanchett, Martha A. Wilson (James), Catherine Golden (Antoine) and Betty J. Hanchett; one brother Dr. Donald J. Hanchett (Geonice) and sister-in-law Eula Hanchett. He also leaves to mourn his passing his grandchildren, great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Family and friends are invited to attend the Celebration of Life Service on Saturday, May 21, 2022 for 10:00 a.m. at Franklin Avenue Baptist Church, New Orleans, LA. Pastor Fred Luter, Jr., officiating. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Mount Olivet Cemetery. Due to Covid-19, the family requests that all attendees wear a face mask. Guestbook Online: www.anewtraditionbegins.com, (504) 282-0600. Linear Brooks Boyd and Donavin D. Boyd Owners/Funeral Directors.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from May 18 to May 21, 2022.

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SHIRLEY JONES

May 21, 2022

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Jackie Robinson

May 20, 2022

Mrs.Eli´s Hanchett,family and friends,Batman had his Robin, Lone Ranger had his Tonto,Cisco Kid had his Poncho , and Jackie Robinson had his Ben Hanchett. Good bye my friend,"My Road Dawg " ,until we meet again. I will surely miss YOU

Ed & Frances Ventress - FABC

May 19, 2022

Dear Ellis & Family, we are saddened by Ben´s passing and we are covering you with our prayers for your Strength, Comfort and God´s Peace. This good man´s footsteps were truly ordered by The Lord. We join you in rejoicing with the angels in heaven, for he now sits in the presence of our Lord. As you miss Ben´s presence here, you can always find him in the alcoves of your hearts. Remember, God loves you and is always with you.

May God continually bless and keep you,

Your brother and sister in Christ,

Ed & Frances

Charles Robinson

May 19, 2022

U will be miss by the Robinson family. Charles & Irene.
God please bless the rest of the family.

Samuel Williams, Fairfield AL

May 19, 2022

Rest In Peace my dear friend. I will cherish the memories of a true and long friendship.

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Franklin Avenue Baptist Church

New Orleans, LA

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