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Maurice Bennight Obituary

BENNIGHT, Maurice Lloyd Maurice Lloyd Bennight, 88, of Bastrop, Texas was called to his eternal rest Thursday, May 23, 2019. Maurice was born June 23, 1930 in Bastrop, Texas to Joe Wortham Bennight amd Maggie Rae (Rathman) Bennight. He Lived his life in Bastrop where he was a rancher until his death. Maurice and Marlene Moore were married on July 4, 1950. They lived in Smithville where he worked for the railroad and she for the telephone company. After a short stay in Smithville, Maurice and Marlene made teir permanent home in Bastrop. Maurice made a living ranchig. He had a love and an eye for a good cow and good horse. Maurice is survived is survived by his loving wife of 68 years Marlene; daugher sue Morris and husband Joe; daughter Janet Staton and husband Doug; son Bubba Bennight and wife Natalie; six grandchildren, phillip Morris and wife Karen; Cole Staton and wife Jaime; Cade Staton and wife Katherine; Peyton Bennight, Bailey Bennight and Brody Bennight; five great grandchildren; Lettie Morris, Braxton and Brant Staton, ryan and Courtney Staton. He is also Survived by sister Mary Jo Steward and husband Don and nephew Allen Stewart wife Crystal; sister Francis Uzzell, niece Deborah Berrera and husband Roque as well as numerous extended family and friends. Maurice was preceded in death by his mother. Maggie Rae Bennight; Joe Wortham Bennight.

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Published by ACNs on Jun. 8, 2019.

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Randy Albrecht

July 9, 2023

Janet i just saw where you lost your father. I am so sorry for your loss. I too have lost my parents. It will not hurt so deeped as time goes by. Randy Albrecht Bastrop FFA 81-83

Cousin Billy Torbett

November 9, 2020

I’m very sorry to here about Maurice. He was a very thoughtful and loving person. I remember one of the times when Joe Henry was visiting us here in Georgia many years ago that he was very proud of Maurice as a son-in-law. May the Lord bless you and your family.

Karen Long

June 4, 2019

So very sorry for your loss and letting you know that you are in my prayers.

Dale Weiss

May 29, 2019

Dear Bennight Family,

I was so sorry to hear about Mr. Bennight. I remember when Maurice and Marlene lived across from us on Garfield Street. My Dad and Maurice always had a special friendship and their fondness for good horses. I imagined they are again sharing those kindred conversations. I remember when he allow our old horse Maudine retire in his pasture of high grass. He was kind and charming, like all of the Bennight family are, and I am glad I got a chance to know him.

I am thinking of you all.

Ron Curry

May 29, 2019

Maurice will be missed at Lockhart Auction Barn. Ill miss his constant pranks. Ill miss his weekly question, Is it muddy up at your place? You didnt get stuck did you? He was a Texas icon and besides that he was a friend. He wont be replaced.

May 28, 2019

He was an amazing Rancher and Man to all. I am so very sorry for your loss. Heaven gained a great man. Barbara Gattis

Angela McIntyre

May 28, 2019

Philip, it is difficult to understand how a man described as small in stature could leave such a huge hole in our hearts. I think it is because he "lived so large" and was so special to so many people. My prayers are with you and your entire family.

Carolyn schlinke

May 27, 2019

Bubba so sorry to hear of the death of your father - our prayers are with you and your family

Tommy and Debbie Higgins

May 27, 2019

Our thoughts and prayers are with the whole family. Sorry to loose one of Bastrop's true cowboys

Linda Patschke

May 27, 2019

Sorry for your loss. He was a good friend and person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Edward & Lucy Faz

May 27, 2019

Prayers for the Bennight Family.

May 27, 2019

So sorry for the loss of a wonderful man. Our thoughts are with all of the family. The Brockenbush family.

greg kaiser

May 27, 2019

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

Jack & phyllis Burns

May 27, 2019

Was so sorry to hear this. He was a wonderful friend. With our sympathy and prayers.

Ailene Bailey Kelley

May 26, 2019

Sorry to hear about the passing of Maurice. My best to Marlene and family.

Stockton Family

May 26, 2019

Our family has been fortunate to know Maurice for many years, and will always remember how he did everything with honesty and integrity. He always had a kind word for everyone he met. He will be greatly missed. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Clyde & Karen Clardy

May 26, 2019

So sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Doris Hemphill

May 25, 2019

He was a very special gentle man! I know he will be greatly missed. Tears from Tennessee.

Carl Bailey

May 25, 2019

I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Maurice. My sincere condolences to his Family and Friends. He was a true gentleman and the most honest and hard working business partner anyone could ask for. May he Rest in Eternal Peace.

Leland/Barbara Froemling

May 25, 2019

Janet may God bless you, Sue, Bubba and the rest of your family in this time of sorrow.

Margaret Hanna

May 24, 2019

A wonderful friend and a true cowboy. I am sure he and Bugger Hanna, who recently died on April, 3 have already discussed the rain situation and the price of cattle, which both were usually too low. We know they are both whole again and we have to be grateful they are watching over us. There will be rain soon. Love and prayers to Marlene and family.

Dennis & Lois Turner

May 24, 2019

Expressing our sincere condolences for the loss of a wonderful father, grandfather, friend and an incredible man. Our love thoughts and prayers for the entire Bennight family.

Bozo Hoskins

May 24, 2019

Janet.
Sorry to hear about your Dad

Kay Lynch

May 24, 2019

Amazing person who touched so many lives with so many memories. I am sure he is looking down talking about his family and cows. He was always so proud of both. Stories will be told about his amazing life for many years to come.

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