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Freddie Bennett Obituary
Knoxville, TN
Deacon Freddie L. Bennett was born June 17, 1944. He went to be with the Lord on June 27, 2018. He was very faithful and active member of Tabernacle Baptist Church, where he was a participant of the Solid Rock of Wisdom Class along with being in the Master Life Classes. He was also a veteran of the US Army. He was previously employed at Alcoa Aluminum Plant. He was a graduate of Austin High School, Class of 1962.
He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Nina Schealey; father, Quincy Johnson; mother, Fannie R. Bennett; brothers: Robert and James; sisters, Stella B. Malone, Zola Hunt, Darlene Hughes and Barbara Jean Bennett. He leaves to mourn his passing the mother to his children, Cheryl Bennett; sons: Freddie Jr., and Aaron (Christy); daughters: Cynthia Bennett, Lisa (Terry) Wright and Tracie (Talley Dews) Bennett; brothers: Eddie (Marilyn), Charles (Ethel), Ronald, Hester, Danny and Ricky (Leah) Hughes; sisters: Dorothy Jackson and Vickie Hughes; very devoted sister, Joyce Bennett; grandchildren: Ashley, Dexter, Anthony, Michael, Jordan (Rebecca) Baker, Amber (Jasper) Sawyer of California, Brittany, Whitney Love, Terry Jr., Britney (Jordan) Taylor, Jada and Erin Bennett; very devoted friends: Misty Mitchell, Deacon William (Georgia) Pace, Mary Lawrence, Ann Upton, Regina Sanders, Rosalind Battista and Mr. Glenn; many other relatives, friends, nieces, nephews, cousins and his Tabernacle Baptist Church family.
The family and friends are assembling at 5812 Holston Drive. The family will receive friends on Saturday, July 7, 2018 from 11 AM to 12 PM at Tabernacle Baptist Church, with the funeral to follow with Elder Christopher Battle officiating, assisted by Pastor Daryl Arnold and other ministers. The final resting place will be at Berry Highland South Memorial Gardens following the service with military honors. A white dove release will conclude the services.
Arrangements made with integrity by Unity Mortuary. Mr. Bennett's guestbook can be signed on-line at www.unitymortuary.com and www.legacy.com.
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Charles Bennett
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Charles Bennett
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Charles Bennett
August 10, 2024
A truly great brother who is sadly missed
Kathy White Robinson
July 12, 2018
Condolences to The Bennett Family
May you all have peace during his time of transition, May you have great memories that will continues you all in time of despair. That you will count only on God To see you through ✝
Beverly Atkins
July 10, 2018
Lisa and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Warmest regards , Beverly Atkins and family
Joy Mitchell
July 8, 2018
I still can't believe you're gone. It just doesn't seem real. It's so easy to take someone's presence for granted and then you can't go back and tell them just how much you love and appreciate them. I know you knew the children and I loved you dearly...but, I wish I had told you more often. You will be greatly missed Uncle Freddie! I thank you for all you did for us. I thank you for the laughter we shared and the support you always so genuinely gave to my family. I pray our Creator's Peace and Comfort resides in each of your family member's spirits. Hugs and Kisses to you! Love always, Joy
douglas chandler
July 6, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
linda Dews
July 6, 2018
We are so sorry for your loss .I hope you and the family feel surrounded by much love
Mea Day
July 6, 2018
Thoughts and prayers goes out the family and grandchildren
Rose Tate
July 5, 2018
Our sincere condolences to the family. Freddie was a classmate and friend. He will be missed.
Charles and Rose Tate
Class of '62
Elnora Anderson and Family
July 5, 2018
With sincere sympathy and love...
Helen Waters & Family
July 5, 2018
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
Jamesena West-Hardin & Family
July 5, 2018
Psalm 73:26
My flesh and my heart may fail,but God is the strength of my heart,and my portion for ever.
Psalm 23
The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want.
He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.
Our deepest heartfelt sympathy and may the PEACE of GOD that surpasses "ALL" understanding bring comfort to "ALL" family and friends of Mr. Freddie L. Bennett, "Mr. Freddie" now and forevermore!
Continue to treasure the memories of love ones. Continual prayers to each of you.
Cheryl Alsup(Stewart)
July 4, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. May God strengthen each of you.
Dr. Virginia R Taylor
July 3, 2018
To the Bennett family. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
A friend and Fellow classmate
Maosa(Will Tom) Moore
July 2, 2018
Freddie was a classmate and always a friend.
Please accept our deepest sympathy during your time of bereavement. The Bennett family will be in our thoughts ad prayers.
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