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Benjamin Daniels Obituary

SUFFOLK - Home going for Benjamin Elliott Daniels. Benjamin Elliott Daniels, 60 of Suffolk, VA was called home by God on Thursday, October 3, 2013 at 4:30am at, the VA Medical Center. Born in Washington, DC to Delores and Willie Daniels. Benjamin was a man who touched the lives of many people and knew how to make others around him laugh. Any time he spoke to somebody he always was passionate about what he said. He has truly touched the lives of many and will continue to smile down on all of us. Ben enjoyed spending time with his family, fishing and watching sports. (Redskins) Benjamin was a loving and proud man survived by his wife Debra of 28 years and 11 months, sons Brandon and wife Diana, Brian Daniels, brothers Willie Daniels, Lawrence and wife Diana Daniels, Richard and wife Cathlene Daniels, sisters Brenda and husband Calvin Todd, Julia and husband James Moore, Crystal Daniels, grandchildren Jayden and Jazlyn and many loving aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and other friends. A funeral service will be conducted on Friday, October 11, 2013 at 10 AM at Bibleway Holiness 2520 Dexter St, Chesapeake, VA 23324, following the service Benjamin will be laid to rest at Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery, 5310 Milners Road, Suffolk, VA 23434. A special thanks to Bibleway Holiness church family and Baker-Foster Funeral Home. Condolences may be registered at www.bakerfoster.com

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Published by Daily Press from Oct. 9 to Oct. 11, 2013.

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Bert Resto

October 12, 2013

Ben always had a smile to share. Always spoke about his family with pride. And he never failed to ask me about mine. Its been awhile since I saw you last Mr. Ben but was forever missing our talks. Thank You for being my FRIEND!

Jim Freehill

October 12, 2013

Ben was loved by many and will be missed by all who were fortunate to know him. Well done God's good and faithful servant.

Louise Williams

October 11, 2013

Ben had a heart of gold and anything he had he didn't mind sharing. He always gave me great advice about any and everything. It was a pleasure to have worked with him at Fort Monroe Fitness Ctr. I was blessed to have met such a wonderful person. God makes no mistakes and Ben is now in a better place. My prayers are with his family. Ben you will be truly missed.

October 10, 2013

Ben, may you rest in God's Arms. You were a fantastic, loving, caring man. Now you are in heaven with no more pain.

Amy Hendricks Davis

October 10, 2013

Ben was one of my favorite people I ever met in all my years on Ft. Monroe at the Fitness Center. I will never forget what a selfless person he was! He really made me enjoy working the front even more than the customers. May the Daniels family find comfort in knowing Ben lives the greater life now and we will all see him again. Be proud of the wonderful person God made him and celebrate his life...and that he has earned his wings.

Lavonne Barnett

October 10, 2013

Ben was good man, fair, honest, positive and loved by everyone with whom he met. We talked a lot about things. He was probably one of the most selfless persons I ever met. It was an honor to know Benjamin Daniels. Heaven is going to be an even better place with Ben living there!

Debra Horn

October 9, 2013

Ben touched many lives while he was here on earth. My prayers go out to his family. I had the pleasure of working with Ben at the fitness center on Fort Monroe. We will truly miss our dear friend. God bless his family and may God give them strength.

Anne Gardner

October 9, 2013

Words seem inadequate to express the sadness felt by the loss of Ben. Today, and always, may loving memories bring peace and comfort. With love and remembrance,

Sabrina Zareo

October 9, 2013

Ben was an amazing person with so much heart in his body. He taught me how to look at life with such a positive perspective and how to forgive and love. I will forever miss this amazing man and I wish condolences to his family.

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5685 Lee Farm Ln, Suffolk, VA 23435

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