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Geraldine Bennett Obituary

BENNETT God saw that I was getting tired and a cure was not to be, so he put his arms around me and whispered, "Come Home With Me". Geraldine Harding Bennett, age 78, a native of New Orleans, LA, and a resident of Baton Rouge, LA for over 3 years, passed away at her home, on Saturday, June 13, 2009, after a brief illness. She was a retired Educator with the Orleans Parish School System. She was a member of Star Hill Baptist Church, Baton Rouge, LA. She is survived by her daughters and their husbands: Jerlinda Bennett and Vernell Luckett, Artelia Bennett and Jay H. Banks, Jonetta Faye Bennett, Natalie Bennett Thomas and Phoebe Louise Frey; grandchildren: Ryan J. Banks, Tristan E. Thomas, and Shannon K. Thomas; her brother, Louis Harding, Jr. and his companion, Ann Gordon Piper. She was preceded in death by her husband, John T. Bennett; and parents: Louis Harding, Sr. and Albertha Lyons Harding Brown and stepdaughter of the late Palmer Brown. Friends of New Zion Baptist Church, Stronger Hope Baptist Church, Christian Unity Baptist Church, McDonald 35 Class of '46, New Orleans City Hall Assessor's Office, DSS Quality Assurance, Dryades YMCA, New Orleans Convention Center Board, Baker Ready Mix, Earl K. Long Hospital, Governor's Office Safe and Drug Free Agency, The Trojans Club, Zulu S.A. & P. Club, Orleans Democratic Executive Committee, Delta Sigma Theta N.O.A., Omega Psi Phi, Rho Phi Chapter are invited. Vistitation at Star Hill B.C. on Friday, June 19, 2009 from 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. with Service at 11:00 a.m. officiated by Rev. Raymond Jetson. Interment in Mount Olivet Cemetery, New Orleans, LA.

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Published by The Times-Picayune on Jun. 18, 2009.

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Melanie and Boys

June 30, 2009

Words could not and will not express my deep felt sorrow in the lost of Ms. B. I have wonderful memories that time will not deminish. I'm praying for all of you.

Evelyn Harrell

June 29, 2009

To: Artelia, Jonetta, Jerlinda & Natalie
I was very sorry to hear of your loss. May God bless and keep you always,

YOLANDA BURDS

June 27, 2009

TO:
Jerlinda, Artelia, Jonetta & Natalie

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. As each of you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family always.

FROM: Your New Zion Members...
Ruby M. Pierre, Vera M. Pierre, Geraldine Wilkerson & Yolanda Burds

June 24, 2009

To the Bennett Family
I will continue to keep you all lifted in prayer. Mrs Bennett was a wonderful and beautify person. I loved her very much.Mrs Bennett will always be in our hearts.
K. Ward, New Orleans, LA

The Clark Family

June 23, 2009

Family:

We will ALWAYS remember Ms. B and how she touched OUR life. We will continue to pray for strength. Ms. B is looking down and smiling at all of us. She is sooooo proud and happy.

JODY LUCKETT

June 22, 2009

I JUST WOULD LIKE TO TAKE A FEW MINUTES TO THANK EVERYBODY WHO INCLUDED MY FAMILY IN THERE PRAYERS. WE WILL BE ETERNALLY GRATEFUL. CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR OUR FAMILY. I LOST MY FRIEND,AND MY MOTHER. SHE WILL BE TRULY MISSED.(RIP MOMMIE)

Vera Hart

June 21, 2009

I can truly say that Ms. Bennett showed Christian character in all parts of her life and it continues in her children. From the time I met all of you it was a blessing. I can reach back and remember the good times at New Zion. She will be missed, but will live on in each of you.

A McKendall

June 19, 2009

Your family is in my prayers.

Lester Arnaud

June 19, 2009

Natalie & Family,
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Brenda&Herman Davis

June 19, 2009

To the Bennett Family
we are sorry to hear the Geraldine has gone home to be with the Lord.We are sorry that we are unable to attend the services in Baton Rouge, we will be praying for the family's strength to deal with the loss.

June 19, 2009

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Jesus knows and cares about the pain you feel.
“Jesus gave way to tears.” – John 11:35 When his dear friend Lazarus died he showed his emotions. So He knows how to comfort us during our time of grief.

I. L. G.
New Orleans, La.

Charlotte Johnson

June 18, 2009

God took another soldier home when he called my friend Geraldine home. She will be surely missed by many because she deliberately touched many. Life will not be easy for the family and friends, but knowing that she is resting in a better place, gives comfort. To God be the glory for the things he has done....Trust and believe. She certainly did life her way, the best way.

Denise Guss

June 18, 2009

May God continue to give you comfort and peace. I was saddened to hear of Mrs. Geraldine's passing. My prayers are with you all. Be Blessed

Betty Smith-Thomas

June 18, 2009

My dear friends your mother an angel has gone home to rest in the arms of our Lord. Though your hearts are heavy and tears are many, you too can also find comfort in the arms of our Lord.

My prayers are with you!

Meagan Harrison

June 18, 2009

The angels are smiling but my heart is aching. I know that time will heal all wounds. Thank you Mama B for all you contributed to others.
Stay strong family, All is well with Mama B.

Rev. Velma Matthews

June 18, 2009

My thoughts and prayers will include the family of my friend. She was a wonderful person and will be missed. May you find comfort in God's words.
Straight to the Heart Outreach Ministry, Director.

Mae C McGuffery

June 18, 2009

My sincere condolences to the family of my friend, Mama B. I pray His blessings to you during the time of sorrow. Know that Mama B will be missed and I am grateful for the season she shared her giftedness at Star Hill. Her kind spirit touched many lives and we will not forget her.
God bless you.

Donald Payton and Janice F. Moore

June 18, 2009

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

LENA STEWART

June 18, 2009

Geraldine was a great friend to me....we were seat mates at Stronger Hope Baptist Church in addition to our clerical responsibilties. "May the work she done.........Speak for her"
She was a strong christian.

Terricka Stevenson

June 18, 2009

Mama Natalie,
You and your family are in my prayers. Look to the hills from whence cometh your help. Know that Mama B is in a better place where no more pain is racking her body. Cancer was just a means of her getting to be home with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Its well. She lived her life for this moment. Let the memories comfort you during ur loss.

Love you always,
Terricka (ur work daughter)

Cynthia Reed

June 18, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with the Bennett family in the loss of Mrs. Geraldine Bennett. She and her great smile and conversations will be missed. You can take comfort in knowing, and I know that she is with the LORD.

Romanda Foster

June 18, 2009

My prayers are with you Artelia and your family. Know that I to share in the lost and know how you feel. Just know that each day with God is sweeter than the day before. She gone, but not forgotten! Her spirit lives on in you and yours.

Cynthia Smith

June 18, 2009

Jonetta,

Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family at this time.

Murelle Harrison

June 18, 2009

My prayers are with Jonetta and her family during this time of breavement. It is during times such as these that we put our complete trust in Him who gives us perfect peace.

Darren Mire

June 18, 2009

Your mother influenced so many people along the way through her life. Now she can rest and watch over all she spiritually touched. May she rest in peace and continue to guide from above.

Dr. Donaldo R. Batiste

June 18, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with each of you as you mourn the passing of this fine Christian lady. As former residents of Houma and church family members at NZBC, we always shared a "special bond" whenever we saw each other. I know that she is at rest in His bosom.

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