Willie Charles Bennett

As the anniversary of Elder Will Bennett rapidly approaches, I am reminded of a conversation he and I once had in his office at the church. He was asking me to join him in ministry to grow the church and what I found extraordinary about this man and this conversation was that he wanted to grow the church for the sake of the Kingdom of GOD, and for the community.
In a world where many churches preach and teach prosperity and materialism, I found it divinely refreshing that this pastor's only concerns were for the Kingdom of GOD and for the lost sheep.
Elder Bennett was as good as it gets in ministry because his faith was unshakeable and his commitment was complete. In his conversation, there was a certain yearning for the uplifting of the people; a certain sorrow for the state of the world and a certain determination to do something about it.
So, in remembering this GIANT of a pastor; KING of a Kingdom, I have decided to rededicate my life to service. I will return to the church and finish the work that was started and I will carry Brother Bennett with me everywhere I go in this divine purpose.
Rest well, Brother Will Bennett. We love you, admire you, and have not forgotten you.

Always happy and honored to take a few minutes to remember someone that meant so much to me and to the community and the world.
Elder Bennett was a true vessel for Christ and worked hard to live the life he proclaimed. I think about him often and pray that one day, I will measure up to be even half the minister and half the man he was.

just remembering all the goodtimes and the badtimes.. I hope to see you heaven one day. Love Dad

Micah

My prayers are with Bennet family and friends. I can't help but think how God is smiling saying job well done. The everlasting peace and joy Elder Bennet strived for his is. When your hearts become heavy and sad just think of the memories you are blessed with and feel the warmth of his love. The sun rises and sets and with each new dawn there is joy.

Our prayers to the family - sorry we could not be there for the services. May God continue to be with you all. The Jacksons from Hills Temple, Akron

To all the Family, and Friends far & wide of Elder Bennett, I send my condolences & prayers that the Comforter has come to you with peace! Many memories of this soft spoken man who loved God & had loving spirit. I had the joy of traveling with for a short while in his ministries. St John 14:1-4 1)Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. 2)In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. 3)And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also. 4)And whither I go ye know, and the way ye know
Rev. Bennett I see you at the House!

Such an amazing person! Your heart was so big and your faith was awesome! You will truly be missed. Thank you for all the kind words and advice you gave me. You will never be forgotten. You are truly an angel and will be forever in my heart and thoughts. Prayers to all your friends and family❤

To Sis. Artie and the Bennett family, you have our heart felt sympathy. In the short time that we knew Elder Bennett we came to love him and enjoy his company. He will be be deeply missed but we know he is in God's arms. Deacon Danny and Sister Toni Everett

When Jesus was on the cross, he questioned GOD: "Father, why have thou forsaketh me?" I am a man that knows GOD and have every faith in HIS wisdom, yet when the news cam to me that Elder Will Bennett had left us, my first impulse, like Jesus, was to question GOD: "Why would you take such a kind, loving, gentle and faithful man?"
The answer was obvious. GOD called Brother Bennett HOME because his assignment here had been completed. No man knows the hour of his departure aforehand, but all of us must understand that we are created with a devine purpose and when that purpose is completed, we are called home.
Elder Bennett was a dear friend and there are many wonderful things I could say about him, but if I had to choose one thing to sum it all up, I would say that he was as real as real gets. He was a real man; a real husband; a real father...and definitely a real Man of GOD.
His faith was unshakable and his mission was non-waivering. Elder Bennett was a quiet, humble gentleman, but he wasn't "walking" GOD's path, he was "RUNNING". The Lord came first and foremost in Elder's life and the evidence of his love for GOD and commitment to righteousness is the powerful anointing that is upon his sons.
Lastly, Elder Will Bennett was a teacher. As I step into the pulpit from this day til my last day I will always take a part of him with me, and that will be the sincerity; the love and passion of Christ, and the commitment to doing ministry as GOD intended. I'll miss this wonderful, wonderful man. Rest peacefully, Brother Will. You earned it.

To the family of Elder Bennett, know that he is in a better place now. God is too wise to make a mistake. I thank God that I had the chance to share in the life of Elder Bennett. He was a kind, gentle man of God. He will surely be missed. Family, trust in and lean on God. He, along with time, will get you through. God Bless & Carry On! Much Love!

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of my old friend Willie Bennett. I remember him from our days at East Texas Bible College and the love and respect he always showed to everyone. He would often contact me on Facebook and I was so glad to hear how the Lord was using him. Rest in peace my Brother.

Praying for comfort and peace. Love you guys.

Our Condolences to family. "Bubble" as we called him, before he became Elder.

Elder Bennett, opened up his church for me and my wife when we launched our ministry several years ago...

Very nice man, very humble and at any given time available to talk about ministry, Pastoring and life...

I first met Will at the prison we worked at together. Throughout those years he not only became a good friend but he became like a brother to me. At work, we would always talk about the Lord. I learned a great deal from him during that time about his faith in God, his love for his family and the love that he had for the people that he counseled. I learned a lot about what it means to be a follower of Jesus Christ by watching the things that he was doing his daily life when he interacted with other people. When he retired, I started going to his Bible studies each week. Through his teachings, I learned how to be a stronger Christian and Minister and how to share my faith and teach others about our Lord. Here on this earth he was a great Minister, Counselor, and awesome Soldier in the Army of God. I will never forget the things that I've learned from him and although my heart is heavy, I know there's a celebration in heaven because he is finally home. Thank you for everything Will. Until we meet again...

My heart is heavy in learning the passing of my friend, Brother ,fellow yoke brother in the Gospel, Elder Will Bennett...we shared a lot while he pastored in Lancaster and I pastor in Nelsonville...I preached for him at the church he pastored in Columbus several years ago. I always found him to be a solid Brother ...a Mans Man...a down to earth man , but also a dynamic preacher and an anointed vessel for the Lord.Many rejoice to have their name in lights...Eld. Will rejoiced because his name is in the Lambs Book OF Life.

My brother Will was a wonderful brother our years at East Texas Bible College were awesome, he was such a warm loving gentle man who Loved God. Will would approach you with that warm smile, he was a kind man, a man worth emulating, he had a rich faith in God, and a brother that will be missed, because he added value to your life. I pray that the family will be strengthened in comforted by the grace and love of God. Will's impact upon the lives he touched will never be forgotten. Thank God to be absent from this body means he's in presence of our God. God bless you all.

From the Harris family we send our condolences to the Bennett family. May the Lord comfort each and every one of you. I met Elder Bennett at Bro Bishop's birthday dinner, great loving and kind man of God!

We used to do prison ministry together. He was a man that loved THE LORD.

Sis. Artie:
We were saddened to hear of the passing of Elder Bennett. Please know we love you and you are in our prayers. God is able to bless and strengthen you and the entire family during this difficult time.

I will never forget my godfather,gentle calm spirit,loving father. I always liked,how he said son,when was explaining something to you.

Although I haven't spent s lot of time with Bishop Bennett I remember him well as a little girl and growing up preaching and singing he was the most gentle warm hearted man he definitely loved the Lord I will always remember his smile and kind words he will be greatly missed RIH Bishop Willie C. Bennett you fought a good fight now take your rest.

Dad the Light Of World Jesus shined bright in you and I would like to light a candle in your honor and Jesus Christ's honor for making you into a great Pastor,Bible Teacher, Husband,Father and friend to the many people you touched. Love you Dad.

Dad will always remember how God flowed through you. The many people that you were a blessing to in the missions,churches. Although I know you're in heaven. I will never forget how you touched my life with your humbleness and humor. Great man of God. Love you Dad and enjoy heaven...