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Roberta Bennett Obituary
Born June 19, 1948, she was a daughter of the late Robert Chewning Mitcheltree and Mary Virginia Brooks. She was the wife of the late Gary Lee Bennett and is also preceded in death by brothers-in-law, Robert "Bobby" Hall, Charles Anderson; and a special friend, James "Woozie" Weaver.
She graduated from Orange County High School, class of 1966. Roberta was retired from the Department of Conservation and Recreation at Lake Anna State Park. She was a member of Gordonsville Baptist Church and enjoyed traveling and listening to music.
She is survived by her sisters, Patricia Hall and Linda Anderson, both of Gordonsville; a nephew, Jonathan DeVivi of Charlottesville; a great-nephew, Max DeVivi; and her beloved pets, Rip and Molly.
A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, September 3, 2016, at Maplewood Cemetery in Gordonsville with Pastor Wayne Collis and Clay Corbin officiating.
The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. on Friday, September 2, 2016, at Preddy Funeral Home in Gordonsville.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Gordonsville Baptist Church, P.O. Box 926, Gordonsville, VA 22942, or to the American Heart Association, c/o Nancy Beasley, 305 S. High St., Gordonsville, VA 22942.
Arrangements are being made by Preddy Funeral Home, Gordonsville.
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Marie Bowers
September 10, 2016
Roberta and I worked together at Centel in Charlottesville and we're best friends. I never knew what happened to her and recently we reconnected via Facebook. We had made plans to get together and visit and I was so saddened when I read her obituary in the newspaper. I am so sorry for your loss but I'm sure you know what a great person she was. Marie Bowers
Denise Johnson, Dominion Co-worker
September 8, 2016
Linda,
I am sorry for the loss of your sister Roberta. You and your family have my deepest sympathy.
Marie Acton
September 5, 2016
Condolences to Roberta's family and friends from the Acton family.
BILLY Locker
September 4, 2016
DEAR LINDA AND PATRICA,
CLYDE LET ME KNOW THAT ROBERTA HAD PASSED AWAY. I TRUST THIS MESSAGE WILL REACH YOU SINCE I WAS OUT OF TOWN AT THE TIME I RECEIVED THE NEWS. I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT ROBERTA'S PASSING. I REMEMBER ROBERTA COMING INTO DIXIE'S WHEN I WORKED THERE AND OF COURSE SEEING HER AROUND TOWN GROWING UP. SHE WAS ALWAYS SO BEAUTIFUL. MARGARET AND I SEND OUR SINCEREST SYMPATHY AND BLESSINGS TO BOTH OF YOU AND THE FAMILY.
LOVE BILLY
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September 4, 2016
Love, Barbara S.
Douglas Graham
September 3, 2016
I am sorry I missed the service. But I wanted to offer my condolences to the family. Roberta and I shared a lot of laughs and good times at work over the years. She was a very kind lady and will be missed.
Carolyn Trainum
September 2, 2016
I'M SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. I WILL MISS ROBERTA VISITS AT THE PHARMACY AND HER HUGS. SHE WAS SUCH A SWEET PERSON. I'M SORRY I DIDN'T MAKE IT TO FAMILY NIGHT I BECAME SICK ON THURSDAY.
Lauri Schular
September 2, 2016
Her park family has been very saddened to receive the news of Roberta's passing.
I had the great privilege of working with one of the kindest, most generous and truly thoughtful women in my 10 years with state parks.
Roberta greeted every day with a positive outlook and shared her wonderful sense of humor with everyone. She had a Peaceful way about her and when she smiled, you knew everything would be alright.
I take comfort in knowing she is sharing her smiles from the Heavens.
Darci & William Poole
September 2, 2016
I have so many great memories growing up and visiting with Roberta. William and I will miss her laugh and fun personality. We'll never go to a concert without thinking of her either! Thinking of you lots, Patricia and Linda. Love, Darci and William
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