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Cedric Benson
1982 - 2019
Cedric Benson
1982 - 2019
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BORN
1982
DIED
2019
Cedric Benson Obituary
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Benny & Mary Ellen Ledesma
August 17, 2024
You are not forgotten
rest in Peace
Benny & Mary Ellen Ledesma
November 28, 2023
always remembered
Melinda R. Hernandez
November 26, 2023
Every time I get the opportunity to visit Austin for a Longhorns game...I go by to visit Cedric.
Jackquiline, this is Melinda Hernandez, I used to work with you at Bank of America many moons ago.
I´d like to visit with you & give you my personal condolences.
I was saddened when Cedric passed... Loved him as a Longhorn player & loved what he did for the kids.
Praying Midland, TX will honor Cedric one day with a statue.
I pray everyone is well.
My thoughts & prayers...
Melinda R. Hernandez
Benny and Mary Ellen Ledesma LEDESMA
August 18, 2021
you are not forgotten
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Benny and Mary Ellen LEDESMA
May 21, 2020
You are not forgotten
from Mama Duse
May 20, 2020
God is a God of all Comfort and he will Comfort the family's..My heartfelt condolences to the family's.
November 28, 2019
My condolences on your tremendous loss and may God comfort you during this difficult time.
Rob Pippin
October 20, 2019
Cedric we the people of Cincinnati have broken heart's we lost one of our own he was true gentleman and I and my wife always had that great smile.god love Cedric .r.i.p. my dear friend and love ya always. Cincinnati ohio45215
September 20, 2019
I would like to express my deepest condolences to the family for their loss of a talented man, who will be remembered for his athletic ability. May you find comfort and strength in God during this time of mourning.
September 5, 2019
In memory of former Bears running back Cedric Benson.
September 1, 2019
Such a great loss for the community and close relatives. My prayers are with all of us who suffered a terrible loss. May Jehova God help to cope with our loss
SA
August 31, 2019
I am so deeply sorry for the heartbreak that the Benson family is experiencing. I extend my sincere condolences to you all. May your cherished memories console you and may the Father of tender mercies be with you.
Joseph Moody
August 29, 2019
Rest LongHorn you have ran your last play May you Rest In Peace .
BRENDA HEITZMANN
August 28, 2019
Your memories will live on forever. You touched so many lives you will be forever missed.
August 28, 2019
blessings...
August 28, 2019
RIP Cedric. Longhorn Nation for ever!
YM
August 28, 2019
To the family of Cedric Benson he will be missed but you will receive comfort from almighty God now and in the future
JOHN ALBERT ARZOLA 2012 @DON DARIO'S ON 6TH ST
LINDA PEREZ
August 27, 2019
ZANIYA NICOLE ARZOLA 2012 @DON DARIO'S ON 6TH ST
LINDA PEREZ
August 27, 2019
August 27, 2019
May God continue to bless and keep the Benson family. Cedric left a lot of great memories in the lives of many. May his legacy live on. God Bless you all
Cynthia Crayton
August 26, 2019
Rest in peace Cedric! Praying peace for your family and love ones!
August 25, 2019
I am sorry for your loss. May God the hearer of prayers comfort you and give you strength during this difficult time.
1Peter 5:10
Ernest Mayfield
August 25, 2019
Cedric Benson you have given me & others a lot of good memories during your life time. My condolences and prayers goes out to your daughter & family. God has come to take you home to be in a better place.
W. Amerson-Haynes
August 25, 2019
Cedric,
Wow, Longhorn nation is so in shock right now.
There's a hole in the Longhorn universe!!
Kudos to your parents for that beautiful smile,
Keep watching over us and smiling on Longhorn Nation.
We love and adore you!
R.I.P. kind sir.
Proud Lifetime Texas Ex 1977-1981
August 24, 2019
Never met the man but I loved the passion and energy he brought to my favorite football team. So very sad when anyone leaves this earth too soon.
Eric Harden
August 24, 2019
Cedric, my husband and I met you at a Trail Ride, you will be missed. Prayers for the Benson family.
Eric and Cheryl Harden
Buk Prive
August 24, 2019
CED I love you,and I'm gonna miss you.Im gonna tell all my friends "you did your best"
Alfreda Valentine
August 24, 2019
I remember Cedric's Chicago years and then his comeback with the Bengals. I am so sorry about his death. I pray that his family has beautiful memories and these give them some comfort. I also pray that Jehovah comforts them during this difficult time.
August 24, 2019
My prayers go out to all of you in this time. Have comfort in knowing he now rests in the arms of the Lord..
Michael Pope
August 24, 2019
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.
Marie Thompson
August 24, 2019
You've now joined the Angel's. You will be truly missed! God bless your daughter and family.
Gwen Wiseman
August 24, 2019
Watched you grow up and represent Midland proudly. My son wanted to be just like you. RIP Cedric.
Cynthia (Coach) Fisher
August 24, 2019
My deepest condolence to Cedric's family and friends. While coaching Cedric and his classmate at Milam Elem. I knew then at Cedric's future would touch some many people lives. He always encouraged and gave great advice to his teammates. Cedric had a smile on his face that brought happiness to people soul, that you couldn't help but smile back. He will be dearly missed. Heaven gained an angel. It is hard to forget someone who gave us so much to remember.
Lloyd Ward
August 24, 2019
Cedric was a true and vibrant star. He will always be remembered as chamption.
Ronald Stancy
August 23, 2019
With deepest sympathy
Suzanne Hamel
August 23, 2019
I'm so sorry for your loss, may Cedric Rest in Peace in the arms of our Lord. Prayers sent for all of his loved ones.
This is for you cousin! We love you!
Nigel Benson
August 23, 2019
Ced! I'm your cousin Nigel Benson from Waco, Texas. I can't believe your gone cousin, I would watch you play football and get motivated because of you when I played football. This is a big loss to our family but we love you and I know you are running touchdowns in heaven in front of God himself. I'm proud to be cousins with you and I love my Benson family!!! This is not the end, the Marathon Continuous
June Munoz-Niblett
August 23, 2019
Our deepest sympathies to the family. He was well loved both in my hometown of Midland and in Austin where we now live. His legacy will live on. Rest in paradise Ced.
Guy & Kris Robbins
August 23, 2019
Cedric - May you rest in peace as you watch the burnt orange sunsets with God by your side...thank you for the memories of some great Texas football. Prayers for the family...and Hook'em #32♥
Vickie Schuette
August 23, 2019
Thank you for the memories of such a talented young man. Even after football, he continued to give back to his community. I offer my condolences to your family, friends, and us, your fans. Rest in Peace, Cedric.
Matalin Mosby
August 23, 2019
My prayers go out to the Benson family. Cedric was an excellent player for the University of Texas and the NFL. The city of Austin and all of Texas will dearly miss him. Rest in peace.
Don Jones
August 23, 2019
I loved watching Cedric play throughout his years starting at Texas. Always left it out on the field! My heart breaks for the family. I hope his legacy lives through you! He was an absolutely amazing guy!
Kym Merriweather
August 23, 2019
This is a rough one. AMAZING young man. Way to represent Texas. Prayers to your loving family. May God comfort and ease the pain of all those whom are hurting. Rest in perfect peace Ced.
Linda Hickey, McDonald family
August 23, 2019
Jackie and family, praying always
Herman Harris
August 23, 2019
Was one of the best kids on the team, I had the opportunity to coach Cedric Benson on the little league baseball team in Midland, Texas I had a team of really good kids but he was one of the best will be missed.
Elisia Benson
August 23, 2019
RIH dear cousin. See you on the other side.
Your cousin
Elisia Benson
Jill Washington
August 23, 2019
I enjoyed watching Cedric play for the Bears. It sounds like he had gone on to do some great things after his playing days. May God bless the family.
Mary S
August 23, 2019
What a talented athlete- enjoyed all of the excitement that you brought to Cincinnati. Most of all thank you for getting involved in the community while you were here - it means as much or more than a touchdown. Condolences to your family - RIP Ced.
Wilma (Harris) Parker
August 23, 2019
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Linda Wilson
August 23, 2019
Loved by many in Cincinnati and a fine role model for youngsters. May you also be a shining star in heaven.
Lamont Alexander
August 23, 2019
Cedric You Will Be Missed RIP
Jeannie
August 23, 2019
May God grant you peace and comfort at this sad time. Cedric will be missed.
Connie Overstreet
August 23, 2019
Cederic, thank you for some of the best plays & moments in Cincinnati Bengals history! I am so saddened by your premature death & I offer my condolences to your family, friends, and us, your fans. Rest in peace Cedric.
Laura
August 23, 2019
Loved watching Cedric play during his Bengal years. RIP #32. Prayers to his family and friends
Rebecca Moralez
August 23, 2019
May you rest in peace Cedric and thank you for all the memories!
Norma DeBooth
August 23, 2019
Will Mason
August 22, 2019
R.I.P. (John 3:16) "great football player,he will be miss."
Kenny Duson-taylor
August 22, 2019
RIP ced
Thea Goodman
August 22, 2019
My deepest condolences for the passing of this amazing young man with the wonderful smile and tremendous athletic talent.
I enjoyed watching him play and he was so polite and kind to his many fans.
God bless him and his family whom he loved so much.
Kendria (Kenny) Duson-taylor
August 22, 2019
Jackie I am so very sad for yr loss Ced was a good kid and a awesome young man I remember when I was at yr house and he was training running on pine oak and pecan street that kid was amazing even back then . Ced will be missed you and your family are in my prayers. Friend I am here if you need me . All my love to you and your family
Clarence Burns
August 22, 2019
My family sends our condolences to the Benson family,we we're honored years ago to meet this Yong man,and other longhorn players,my grandson was waiting on a kidney transplant and players to would come by Dell children's hospital.truley an amazing person.
Sandy Williams
August 22, 2019
You will always remain in my heart. Thanks for all the special memories!
ELDER JOE COLSON, JR AND FAMILY
August 22, 2019
PRAYER ARE WITH YOU'LL!
Regina F Miller
August 22, 2019
RIP! God is great! You are loved. I offer my condolences to your family.
Gena
Rodney Hemphill
August 22, 2019
I like to give my condolences to Jackie and her Family,my heart ❤ is heavy right now also, I will be praying for you and Miss Debra Peterson and your family. I know first hand the Love ❤ the both of you have for Cedric, he was so bless to have strong beautiful Women in his Life. Love you guys, will be keeping you guys in my prayers, RIP CB love Coach. Thats was my name from the first day we met.(Rodney Hemphill and Family).
Marcus Mayberry
August 22, 2019
My prayers and deepest condolences to the family.It's been a pleasure to talk with Cedric over the years.I remember going over to my Aunt Pauline's house and he was always over there eating during his high school years.He was the best running back that came through Lee High school in the State of Texas.He will be missed but never forgotten RIH.
Bubba Franks
August 22, 2019
The Franks and Banks family sends our heartfelt Condolences to Cedric's Mom and family. Condolences to Aamina's family as well. May God bring you comfort and peace. Your son was a good man, friend and athlete. His was one of the greatest, his record speaks for itself. He will truly be missed by our football family in West Texas, Wisconsin and the entire NFL.
Rest in Heaven Ced.
Karen McClellan
August 22, 2019
Gone too soon, but will never be forgotten. My sincerest condolences to mother, daughter, brothers and entire family. Praying for peace and understanding. May God bless you!
Jacqueline Ratliff Shelby
August 22, 2019
RIH praying for the family
Virginia Dessart
August 22, 2019
Creator wrap your loving arms around Cedric and give peace,comfort and healing to his family. Cedric will be the sun shining down , his whispers in the wind and his tears in the rain. It was a great honor to had and watch you play for the Green Bay Packers. Bless you and your family.
Marshevet Hooker Flintall
August 22, 2019
Such a beautiful spirit. Cedric touched so many people, so many hearts, and in many different ways. Sometime it was just with a simple smile. God was first in your life Ced, you are with him now, and that's a beautiful thing! I pray strength and comfort for the entire family! Many Blessings to you all.
Terry Mckenzie
August 22, 2019
Rest in peace..God bless the Benson family..From a bears fan
Mike Whitworth
August 22, 2019
I love you, Cedric. I never met you, but I always watched you from day 1. Nothing could stop you except an accident. Right now everyone like me is feeling like me. Like we lost our brother.
You will live 4ever on The Forty Acres.
Thank you sir, for bringing me the happiness I enjoyed watching you from day one.
Benny and Mary Ellen LEDESMA
August 22, 2019
Rest in Peace. May God surround your family with love and comfort
Wilma Shelton
August 21, 2019
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Lupe McMillin
August 21, 2019
Rest in peace our Dear friend. Prayers and condolences to the family. What a wonderful person with such a wonderful smile rest in peace ,Amen
Mariza Saenz
August 21, 2019
May you rest in Peace ❤
Ollestean Daniel
August 21, 2019
God only called the best Angels home
JoAnne Talavera
August 21, 2019
RIP
William Davis
August 21, 2019
I was a big fan of his. Loved his style at his position. Laid back.
Cynthia Crayton
August 21, 2019
May the Lord Jesus Christ give your family peace that surpasses understanding during this difficult time! Rest in peace Cedric!
Ari Reyes
August 21, 2019
My condolences to the Benson family. You will be missed young Man. I will never forget the memories you gave us. God bless R.I.P.
Willard Floyd
August 21, 2019
My heart is sad and truly hurting. A true and genuine person is gone from this planet. He will be greatly missed.
Rhonda Gaye
August 21, 2019
The Ground Pounders M/C send our prayers.
Jerry Zachery
August 21, 2019
Job well done, but the lord needed you more. You will be missed and I rejoice in the day that we will all meet again. Blessings my brother.RIP.
Roger Dixon
August 21, 2019
Though I graduated Lee in 74 I have always kept up with the Rebels. I watched all three championships and was so proud. Cedric was the absolute best high school running I had ever seen and remains so In my opinion. My prayers and condolences go out to the family. Cedric will be missed but never forgotten. Rest In Peace!
Milton Suggs n family
August 21, 2019
Ced you were the best.And you will truly be missed. Praying for Jackie and family. I thank God you were a member of the church. RIP Suggs Family
Diane Banduch
August 21, 2019
RIP Cedric. You will be missed but never forgotten.
Miguel Perez
August 21, 2019
I would like to just say to the Benson family that I'm am really sorry for your loss and that I was a huge fan and will always be and I followed you cedric benson from Midland Lee to UT to the bears to The Bangles into their last year U broken foot You played on the 2005 national championship UT football team and for that were always be grateful for that Cedric and all the thing's you did to help the community R.I.P we really Do lose the great one's way too early I'm so sorry that it was you .....
Nicole Ayala
August 21, 2019
I have sat her and thought about you over and over and have cried.You will forever being in my HEART...Save me a place right next you ...HOOK'EM
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