Photo courtesy of COZINE & TARVER FUNERAL HOME - GREENVILLE
GREENVILLE, Texas
May 23, 1935 – Aug 28, 2025
Jesse “Jessie” Benton, Sr, 90, passed away in Greenville, Texas on Thursday, August 28, 2025.
Jesse “Jessie” Benton, Sr, was born on Thursday, May 23, 1935 to the parentage of Walter and Edna Stevens Benton in Jefferson, Texas. At an early age, Jesse’s dedication and love for his family prompted him to quit school to help take care of his brother.
Jesse had a successful career as an employee of the Rock-Tenn Company and remained a dedicated worker until his retirement. He professed his faith in Jesus Christ and united with Mt. Elem Baptist Church. He also lifted his voice in praise to the Lord through singing in the gospel group, The Zion Trumpets.
June 23, 1999, Jesse and Mabel Brookline were united in holy matrimony.
Jesse was passionate and enjoyed fishing with his wife, gardening and working in his yard. He was full of love, fun and laughter.
Loved ones left to cherish Jessie’s precious memory: wife, Mabel Brookline Benton; a sister, Lesssie B. Cole of Jefferson, Texas; children, Johnnie Benton (Jacqueline), Elbert Benton (Ebony) Darlene Benton Jones, Debbie Brookins Bush (Adrian), Betty Brookins, Terri Brookins, Patti Brookins (Mike), Wanda Brookins (Kendall), Leo Brookins, Jr. (Jane) and Michael Brookins (Mamie); grandchildren, Chasity Benton, Stephone’y Stanfield, Shamonica Stanfield along with a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Edna Steven’s Benton; two sons, Jessie Benton, Jr and Tim Benton; brothers, Willie Lee Benton, Walter Benton, Jr., Eddie J. Benton and Theo Benton and sisters, Clydia Bell Benton and Oreda Gray.
Celebration of Life:
Visitation:
Cozine and Tarver Funeral Home
1608 King Street
Greenville, Texas 75401
Thursday, September 4, 2025
12 Noon - 6:00 PM
Homegoing Service:
Mt. Elem Baptist Church
3102 Dalton Street
Greenville, Texas 75401
Friday, September 5, 2025
1:00 PM
Interment:
Grundy Memorial Park Cemetery
Greenville, Texas 75401
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Darlene, I’m sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. Praying your memories bring you comfort in the years to come. Work won’t allow me to attend services, please know that I’m praying for you classmate.
Tracey Davis
September 05, 2025 | Grand Prairie, TX
MY thoughts and prayers go out to the Benton Family. My sincere condolence go out to the family(cousins). Thinking about you all.. Cuz always had a smile and kept us laughing. Heaven brought home a good one.
Otis Moon
September 03, 2025 | EMPORIA, KS | Family
