Gregory Kent Benedict

Coleman Funeral Home of Southaven
Gregory Kent Benedict, 69, passed away Friday, March 24, 2023, in Southaven, MS. A visitation will be held Wednesday, March 29, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Coleman Funeral Home of Southaven (626 Star Landing Road East, Southaven, MS, 38672). A funeral service will immediately follow at 3:00 p.m., also at Coleman Funeral Home of Southaven. Dan Wilson will be officiating. Coleman Funeral Home of Southaven is in charge of arrangements.
Gregory Kent Benedict was born January 8, 1954, in DuQuion, IL. Gregory is remembered for his excellent sense of humor and calm, gentle spirit. He had an easy-going personality and was never known to be angry (except at his golf clubs and golf balls). Gregory was an excellent golfer and spent most of his free time on the golf course with his friends and family. Most importantly, he cherished his family and was a wonderful husband and father.
Gregory Kent Benedict is survived by his wife of almost 43 years, Barbara Benedict of Southaven, MS; his daughter, Rebecca Dunlap (Ricky) of Philadelphia, PA; his granddaughters, Zoie Dunlap and Zabrie Dunlap, both of Philadelphia; his grandsons, Zander Dunlap and Zach Aguirre, both of Philadelphia, PA; his brother, Gary Benedict (Jeri) of Red Bud, IL; and a host of nieces, nephews, and extended family.
Gregory Kent Benedict was preceded in death by his father, Robert Clyde Benedict; his mother, Bonnie Lorraine Benedict; and his daughter, Amanda Benedict Aguirre.
Contributions or donations in honor of Gregory Kent Benedict may be made to the Southaven Animal Shelter (mail check or in-person donation: 5813 Pepper Chase Dr, Southaven, MS 38671).
Online condolences may be left on his Tribute Wall at www.colemanfuneralhome.com.