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Joseph O'Neil "Neil" Bennett was born on January 16, 1965 in Pascagoula MS. He was a graduate of Humble High School in (1983) and Sam Houston State University (1992) earning a Bachelor's Degree in Finance. Neil was a decorated veteran having served proudly in the U.S. Army from 1986 to 1989. During that time he led a special weapons element on the front lines of the Cold War in deterrence to aggression from the former Soviet Union in Europe. He was honorably discharged at the rank of Sergeant.
Neil was a self-made entrepreneur who owned and operated several successful businesses. He ultimately founded Texas Realty Group where he achieved wide recognition and success as a real estate investor and broker in Harris and Chambers counties.
Neil was a member of the American Legion Post 566, and a strong supporter of veterans and many veteran causes. His special interests were God, family, competitive running, and the outdoors. He was an expert hunter and fishing guide as well as an avid collector of ancient and modern artifacts.
Neil was a loving and devoted husband, father, son, brother, and friend. Neil loved life and was well known for his fun-loving personality, his generosity, and his strong loyalty to his family, his friends, and his country.
Neil is survived by his wife Tabitha, his adoring daughter Ruby Jean, parents Bobbie & Jim Van Norman, sister Stacie Neall, niece Grace Neall and brother-in-law Graham Neall. A celebration of life service was held in Neil's honor on Friday May 12th at 1:30 PM at Atascocita United Methodist Church, 19325 Pinehurst Trail Drive, Humble, TX 77346.
In honor of Neil and in lieu of flowers we have established a college fund for his beautiful seven-year-old daughter, Ruby. If you wish to contribute to this fund, checks may be made to "Bobbie Van Norman", noted "Ruby's College Fund" and send to Cindy Rooks, P.O. Box 694, Huffman, TX 77336-0694.
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Ruby bennet (neils daughter)
February 9, 2022
i miss you so much dad, i can't belive its almost been five years without you, i miss you every day. i can't wait to see you in heaven some day
Elizabeth England
August 31, 2017
I was so shocked to hear of Neil's passing. He had been helping price some land my family had inherited in Anahuac. He had done so much work and not charged us a penny.
I'm so sad to know that I didn't find out until a few days ago. He talked to me about his family and his beautiful daughter. I was looking so forward to working with him more and I fill so loss without him. I truly can't imagine what a void he has left with his family and I am truly truly sorry for your loss. God Bless all.
Elizabeth England
Rosalyn Boehme
June 9, 2017
The news was so shocking. May God keep all in His tender loving care until the day of being reunited again and joy returns.
Lori
May 23, 2017
My heartfelt sympathies go out to the family and friends during this difficult time. I hope that the promise in 1 Thessalonians 4:14 can bring comfort. Knowing that there's a hope for the ones we have lost in death can be so reassuring.
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A. H.
May 22, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
May 15, 2017
sorry for your loss, we all are looking forward to the day that John 5:28 comes true for all the ones we love and lost. -
Laura Porter
May 11, 2017
Neil you were a one of a kind individual, missed by many.
R Flynn
May 4, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss . Although your hearts are filled with pain and sorrow , my prayer is that you gain comfort and hope from God's promise to reunite us with loved ones on the earth , never having to say goodbye again . For Jesus will make this earth the problem-free paradise that his Father intended it to be . I have gained comfort and strength from this promise ,
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