James Bennett Obituary
“A Gentle Man, A Lasting Light”
In Loving Memory of Mr. James Leroy Bennett
A quiet strength, a steady hand,A faithful heart that chose to stand,Through storm and sun, through joy and pain,You loved us well, again, again.
You didn’t need a crowd or stage,No spotlight bright, no printed page—Your kindness was your truest song,A melody that lives on strong.
You showed us how to work with pride,To walk with grace, with God as guide,To give our best, to do our part,To lead with love and gentle heart.
In every hug, in every smile,In every extra, unseen mile,You built a legacy of care—A quiet love that lingers there.
And though today our tears may fall,We hear your voice still through it all:“Hold on to faith, be not dismayed,God’s love will guide you, unafraid.”
So rest now from your earthly race,Surrounded by amazing grace.Your light lives on in all we do—In how we love, because of you.
Forever in our hearts,Forever in God’s hands,We thank Him for the gift ofMr. James Leroy Bennett.
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