Newport News, Virginia
1926 - 2021
Bennie Everson Barnett passed away peacefully at his home on August 18, 2021. He was born in New Bern, North Carolina on November 9, 1926, and moved to Newport News, Virginia in 1940. Bennie graduated from the University of Virginia with a Bachelor of Science in Commerce degree in June 1951. He...
Read MoreBennie was a great person that took me under his wing and I will forever remember his work ethic. We went on several trips to various companies with our wives in tow. Great memories my wife Helen and Elizabeth. We also sealed many contracts while enjoying our trips.
William Woods
August 16, 2025 | Work
So sorry to hear about your dad. I worked with him at advex.
William Woods
November 15, 2021
Sending comfort to the family of Mr. Barnett. I worked at Advex while he was on the board. Mr. Barnett was alwyas very nice. He will be missed by many people.
Natalie Minton
August 23, 2021
We were neighbors of Bennie & Elizabeth from 2005-2015. We'll never forget the delicious "welcome to the neighborhood" blueberry muffins or bag of Christmas treats - baked by Miss Elizabeth, delivered by Bennie. And Bennie taught us, it's a lot easier to spread mulch with a pitch fork than a shovel! Wise and generous, a devoted husband and Godly man. Thankful we were able to know them both. May God comfort the family and in time, turn sadness into sweet memories.
Anita & Barry Chenault
August 23, 2021
You are forever in our hearts
Harriet Miller
August 22, 2021
Dear Rebecca & loved ones, my heart truely aches...I will miss our conversations, he was an awesome man. My sincere condolences to the family.
Pat Stanley
August 22, 2021
