Benjamin Read

So sorry to hear this very sad news.

I had the privilege to work down the hall from Ben in the Highland Park office building for several years before I moved the business. Benji always lent me a kind legal ear as I was starting up my new business and was always a friend whenever needed.

God Bless you Benji; Rest in peace, a good man indeed.

Hollie, I was so sorry and shocked to hear the sad news about Benjie. He was 6 years old when I went to work for Bill. I watched him grow up, marry you and have a family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Hollie, Scott, Jenna & Rachael, the almost 40 years I've known Benji were some of the most fun and memorable times of my life. His passion for life and love of his family are an inspiration to everyone that knew him. I am thankful for the hospitality you have always shown me. If there is every anything I can do to help any of you please don't hesitate to call. My prayers are with you.

Hollie; the three of us spent countless hours solving our girls basketball drama! It was these times where I got to know Benji the best. The two of y'alls passion for sports and more importantly for the well being of your kids and their lives was so inspiring! Benji such a great man, unselfish, giving....I am glad I had the opportunity to get to know. Shane did a wonderful job in his eulogy of his big bro. I look forward to cross country days with you soon! Love you and your family.

Coach Read,
We are so sorry to learn of the passing of your husband. You will be in our prayers! I know that the ESD family will surround you with love.

Kristi, Avery and Davis Cole

I would like to echo Bill Oakes in remembering
Benjie and the wonderful childhood memories of playing together on Westway. Love and blessings to the entire family. Mary Ellen Thornhill McCoy

Precious memories of Westway and all the Reads, what fun we did have. We will remember Benjie and miss him. Love, blessings and comfort to all of you. Marijo Thornhill

Dearest Read Family,
You are in my heart, thoughts, and prayers during this most difficult time. May you find the peace of God as you morn and grieve the loss of such a fine man.

Scott and Family,

I am shocked and saddened to hear of the loss of you dad. Meeting him at Ole Miss gave me the opportunity to meet the man I had heard so much about. May your lifetime of memories provide you with strength during this difficult time.