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2959 West 11th Avenue

Gary, Indiana

Bennie Pritchett Obituary

Deacon Bennie Frank Pritchett was born to the late Nelson and Phoebe (Bennett) Pritchett on May 18, 1926 in Magnolia, Alabama. Throughout his 93 years, Bennie was a devoted Christian. He influenced the lives of others in Gary, Indiana and Magnolia, Alabama, where he lived throughout his life. Bennie worked at US Steel/Gary Works Coke Plant for 30 years as a pump tender. He also owned a Sinclair Gas Station and was an extraordinary automobile mechanic. Bennie passed away at Golden Living Center on November 13, 2019. Bennie's loving family and friends will carry forward and forever cherish his legacy. Visitation Saturday, November 23, 2019 from 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. with homegoing celebration to follow at 11:00a.m. all services at the Guy & Allen Chapel 2959 West 11th Avenue. Rev. Robert Nichols officiating. Interment Evergreen Memorial Park .

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Published by Post-Tribune on Nov. 20, 2019.

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November 26, 2019

Condolences to the family of Mr.Bennie. May God comfort the family.



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Daniella Carter

November 22, 2019

Granddad, you will be TRULY missed! LOVE you!!!

Drs. RL and Ruby Yates

November 20, 2019

We are praying for the family. From the shared memories of his granddaughter Dr Tera Jordan, we understand he was strong in the faith. Having lost our Father's, we can attest to the fact that earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. We will continue to pray for the family.

November 17, 2019

My condolences to the family . May you find comfort in your treasured memories and Gods promise to return our loved ones who passed away in death . 1st Thessalonians 4 : 13 & 14 .

November 17, 2019

My deepest condolences to the family. May the God of all comfort sustain your family during the days ahead. Psalms 119:76

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2959 West 11th Avenue, Gary, IN 46404

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Hobart, IN

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2959 West 11th Avenue, Gary, IN 46404

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