Photo courtesy of Mercy Funeral System, Inc.
Feb 19, 1971 - Apr 19, 2023
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. Benny was so very special to us. I was close to Benny and he was always a upbeat young man. Always a smile happy. I just found out and I know I'm late ,but The Williams Family sends there condolence. As Benny would call me Eric Todd ..
Eric Todd
October 20, 2023 | Beaumont, TX | Teacher
May the Lord lift this Family up to Him and carry them threw this difficult time. Bless the Family in their Loss. I ask in Jesus name Amen and Amen
Deborah Matlock
April 29, 2023 | Silsbee, TX | Friend
Sending prayers and condolences to Gracie and the entire family. Praying that you will find comfort in the love of God during this time and. In the future.
Connie Richard
April 28, 2023 | Beaumont, TX | Friend
I was fortunate to know and teach Benny. I loved reading his obituary because it described him so accurately. He never meet a stranger, was a kind man, and loved his family. I was saddened to see about his passing. He touched many lives during his short time on earth.
Patrice Rabalais
April 28, 2023 | Beaumont, TX | Teacher
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Terry Holman
April 28, 2023 | Beaumont, TX | Friend
Gracie; 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. is our prayer.
Ms. Sadie & Family
April 28, 2023 | Beaumont, TX | Family
Gracie ..May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
In our Prayers.
Joseph & Rhonda Collins
April 28, 2023 | Beaumont (Cheek), TX | Friend
R.I.P. Benny
Elizabeth Bell
April 27, 2023 | Beaumont, TX | Friend
Mr. Benny Ray Dempsey, Jr., 52, of Beaumont, Texas passed away on Wednesday, April 19, 2023 in Beaumont, Texas.
Celebration Service for Mr. Dempsey will be at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 29, 2023, at Cathedral Of Faith Baptist Church located at 3755 Fannett Road in Beaumont, Texas 77705. Burial service will follow at Anthony Cemetery in Beaumont, Texas, under the direction of Mercy Funeral Home in Beaumont, Texas.
A Beautiful Journey
OBITUARY
Benny Ray Dempsey, Jr., was born on February 10, 1971 to Gracie Turner Garrett and the late
Benny Ray Dempsey, Sr. He attended the public schools in the Beaumont Independent School District, Lucas Elementary, Pietzsch Middle School and graduated from Westbrook High School. Benny loved to play Basketball, his younger brother was inspired to play because he had so much loved for the sport of Basketball. He also participated in the Special Olympic Events that were held at Babe Zaharius Stadium.
Benny enjoyed family activities, as well as, various outings with friends and Group Home’s. Although he required some special attention, Benny had an unusual passion for music. He was so motivated by certain songs, to the point that he would laugh and dance. In fact, everywhere Benny went, his boom box went with him. He loved all types of foods, and he Loved his Honey Buns. Benny's love for life was infectious, and through him, we have experienced unconditional love. Benny will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him.
He is preceded in death by his grandmother, Rudy Turner and grandfather, Freedie Williams. Benny departed his earthly life and entered into his eternal life on Wednesday, April 19, 2023 in Beaumont, Texas.
Benny’s memories forever remain in the hearts of his mother, Gracie Garrett; Stepfather, Don Garrett; brothers, Tellys Garrett (Anna) of Beaumont and Demitrius Dempsey Esclovon, of Berkley, California, step-sister, Bridgett Richardson of Silsbee, Texas; aunt, Erica Williams of Beaumont, Texas; four nieces, two nephews; and a host of other family members and friends.
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