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Phillip Benefield Obituary
Phillip Benefield, 50, passed away Thursday, September 4, 2014 after a short illness. Funeral services will be held Friday, September 12, 2014 at 2:00 P.M. at Beggs funeral chapel located at 3322 Apalachee Parkway in Tallahassee, FL. Visitation will be Thursday evening September 11, 2014 between the hours of 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM at Beggs Chapel.
Phillip was born December 23, 1963 to Helen and Eddie Benefield. He was raised on the south-side of Tallahassee Florida. Later in life, Phillip and his family filled a lifelong dream by moving to acreage in the Lake Talquin Florida area where he could enjoy the things in life that gave him great pleasure and satisfaction, hunting and fishing and room for a growing family.
Phillip was a caring and 'good hearted' person and got much joy from helping and doing for others. He was an avid outdoorsman and could not be confined to indoor spaces. Phillip was a most likeable person who always enjoyed good conversation and the company of others. He was liked by all who met him and has friends too numerous to name.
Phillip passed peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his devoted wife of 28-years, Kim Benefield, three daughters, Ashley, Tiffany, and Angel, eight grandchildren, one brother Steve Benefield and Steve's wife Janice.
Phillip was a true country gentleman. We will miss you Peanut Butter.
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Memories and Condolences
for Phillip Benefield
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Ashley
February 16, 2025
Thinking of you daddy I miss you so much and wish I could pick up the phone to hear your voice keep watching over me I love you so much
Jim and Kay Tate
September 2, 2020
Phillip...
You are, and will continue to be in our hearts and thoughts. Every holiday, and daily, weekly, monthly and yearly we remember how you made our lives better, just by being you. Loving, generous, humorous, and so much more. We love you and miss you, Phillip.
Kay and Jim Tate
August 23, 2015
We think of you every day, Phillip. Some days we smile, remembering your love, compassion and sense of humor...and some days we're tearful for the loss of you. Life is not the same without you, but we feel so fortunate for having had you as our son-in-law and loving you as a son and receiving your love in return. God's Blessings and our love...
Deborah Messer McFadden
July 17, 2015
It has almost been a year. I pulled out your picture and smiled! Cousin, I sure do miss your bear hugs, your chuckles, your stories,...you! God be with your sweet wife Kim, your daughters Tiffany & Ashley, and your grandchildren, and your brother Steve, on the 1st anniversary of losing you! Hugs to all of them. We love you! We miss you. We are forever changed. Debbie
Karen Price
October 4, 2014
I too grewup on the Southside of Tallahassee and I knew Phillip. He was always so funny and made us all laugh all the time. I was friends with his cousins Donna, Lisa and Vicki. So sorry to hear of his passing and your are in my thoughts and prayers! May the good Lord above bless you and comfort you!
Karen Price (Hendrickson)
Ed Maxwell
September 15, 2014
I went to school with Phillip but have not seen him in many years. I was very saddened to hear of his passing.
Joe DeRouen
September 13, 2014
Thought and prays for each of you. My brother and friend Phillip will be missed. Cajun Joe and family
Cindy Harrison-Roddenberry
September 12, 2014
I was trying to find the right words to say to ya'll. These times are so hard, you can't find any. I know it's hard to believe that it will get better for you, but it does, just never the same. I found this poem and thought of you and your family. Garrett thought the world of (peanut butter). I knew him only as Phillip growing up in church, yes you heard me in church (Southside Methodist Church). Good times remembered there. Then at the ball park at Ft. Braden, loved those days and miss them. This is to everyone that loved him. LOVE YOU ALL
Those we love
are never really lost to us--
we feel them
in so many special ways-
through friends
they always cared about
and dreams they left behind,
in beauty that they added to our days . . .
in words of wisdom we still carry with us
and memories that never will be gone . . .
Those we love are never really lost to us--
For everywhere their special love lives on.
will Shiver
September 12, 2014
Phillip I will miss sitting on the porch with you and having our conversations. Thanks for friendship. U always brightened my day and made me laugh. I will never forget u..
September 11, 2014
Phillip the cormier family will miss you greatly.. you pulled my son justin's first tooth in the hunting woods! Our hearts are heavy and we will never forget you! Love, Calvinator, Loger Head, Turd and Kara.
Kathy Hethcox
September 11, 2014
Your smile and good nature will be sorely missed but there is a little more sunshine in heaven now. God bless you, Phillip.
Michael Thaxton
September 11, 2014
I love you brother,thanks for being my friend, I'll see you on the other side!
The Richard Bachusz Family
September 11, 2014
Steve and Janice,
Sometimes it is hard not to wish for one more day, one more word, one more chance to say goodbye. But rest assured that you two were a joy to Phillip every day of his life. I consider it a priviledge to have known Phillip. May his goodness live through you and the family. God Bless Phillip.
Ronica & Rhonda Walker
September 10, 2014
Kim & Tiffany,
I am sorry for your lost! Phillip was a fun guy to be around I remember our talks at the softball game he always keep me laughing. He will be missed.
Julie Shields-Smith
September 10, 2014
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
James S Rickards High School Alumni Association
September 10, 2014
On behalf of the Rickards High School Alumni Association we send our condolences and prayers to the family of Phillip Benefield. Please let us know if there is anything you need. God bless you and your family.
David and Terrie Mock
September 10, 2014
Family,
Philip was a good guy, always wearing a smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Kim Benefield
September 9, 2014
My true love! Life will never be the same. My heart is broken. I will see you again where there is no pain or suffering. Your loving wife. Kim
Pam Brett
September 9, 2014
Steve,
So sorry to hear the loss of Phillip. I do remember Phillip from back in the day when Janice, Kim and I worked together at Shoney's (way back) .... Hugs to you and Janice and just know he will be watching over you all until you meet up with him again.....
September 9, 2014
We were so sad to hear about your loss. We haven't seen yall for many years, but our thoughts & prayers are with your family at this difficult time. Kenny & Becky Walker
Red Dog & Deanna
September 9, 2014
Peanut Butter was such a good guy.
Thinking of the family in this time of sorrow.
Jeff Blackburn and family
September 9, 2014
To Kim and girls, are thoughts and prayers are with you. Even though it has been years Phillip and I worked together he always made the day go by easier, and every time we would see each other over the years he always put a smile on my face. A true friend, he will be deeply missed.
Hope Tedder
September 9, 2014
So sorry for your loss, Steve. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
freddy todd
September 9, 2014
To Kim , Ashley, Tiffany , Angel , Steve and Janis my deepest sympathy. Phillip was one of those guys that when you were in his presence you just knew you were in the presence of someone very special , one of a kind. He had an unending unconditional love and compassion for family and friends. Phillip appreciated the simple things in life like Noone else I've ever known. I had the privilege and pleasure to experience that friendship daily for many years and I will miss him more than I can put into words. Go rest my dear friend.
September 8, 2014
Love you all, dear cousins! He will be missed. His loss leaves a hole in our hearts and an empty spot in our lives. Until we meet again Phillip....
Debbie
lee allen
September 8, 2014
Friends are Hard To Come By
And Philip Will Be Missed By Many A True Friend Love and Will Miss The Hill Billy I Will Never Forget What Peanut Butter Said to Me one Day About Kim ? He Said She Could Leave Him Anytime She Wanted To But He Was Going With Her A True Family Man
freddy todd
September 8, 2014
To Kim , Ashley , Tiff , Angel , Steve ,Janis and the children , my deepest sympathy. Phillip was an inspiration to everyone he touched. He was a man that when you were in his presence , you just knew you were in the presence of greatness. I was fortunate enough to experience that greatness , his compassion , his unending unconditional love for his family and friends and so many other wonderful things he represented on a daily basis for many many years. I will miss him dearly
scott& lisa mathis
September 8, 2014
so sorry for your loss philph was a dear friend and we will really misse him prayers going out
Wesley Leonard
September 8, 2014
To Kim and girls; Steve and Janice -- We were deeply saddened to hear of Phillip's passing. Our prayers are for all of you and your family. May God give you the strength to get through this very difficult time until your grief eases and you are left with nothing but precious memories of a very sweet and dear man. Sending our love... Wesley and Traci Leonard
Bill Lundy
September 8, 2014
Kim and family my thoughts and prayers are with you. Phillip was my friend and I will miss him. Love
Carol and Tom Smith
September 8, 2014
Dear Kim, Tiffany, Ashley and Angel,
Words can not express our sadness. Phillip was such a precious man with a beautiful heart and soul. May The Lord hold you all in His loving care in the days ahead.
With very much love,
Stephie Anderson
September 8, 2014
May God bless you and give you comfort to heal your hearts. Love, Stephie and Doug Anderson.
edna butler
September 8, 2014
Kim Steve and families, Phillip always made me happy and laugh the times we were around each other. I had not seen in in a long times but the 3 times we did nit was nice... I have wonderful memories of him and you Steve when I worked with you precious mama at Risk Management great memories. Take care and God Bless you all my love
Peace be with you
Edna Butler
Ashley Durant (Marsh)
September 8, 2014
Kim & Girls,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in this difficult time.
Tracy Marsh-Swain
September 8, 2014
Sending Prayers to Phillip's family. Phillip always had a smile on his face and was such a nice guy.
September 8, 2014
Kim and girls
we will so miss PeanutButter. he was a friends friend and we all loved him. he stepped him to mentor my oldest when his dad passed and what a true spirit he is. RIP PeauntButter
Adams/Odom Family
edna butler
September 8, 2014
Kim, and family and Steve and Janice,
I was devastated when I received the call about Phillip's passing. I had not seen him but 3 times long time but Phillip was a very nice man when we saw each other he always made me laugh. Steve and Janice I love very much and that goes Kim an the girls. May our gracious heavenly father wrap his everlasting arms around you all. THE rest of the Messer family God Bless you all. I love you all so very much. I am here if you EVER need me. I am still a south side girl who loves all of you. Take care and GOD BLESS YOU ALL!! I love all of my Southside friends.
Peace be with you all
Edna Mae Butler
Lulu
September 8, 2014
Keeping yall in my prayers and thoughts! Peanut Butter was a truly wonderful man and a great hunter. He will be missed and never forgotten. May he rest easy now.
Deb and Mike Ondeck
September 8, 2014
Our hearts are aching for all of you. What a special guy Phillip was and is as he remains in all of our hearts. May you all find peace as you move forward with life. Phillip shared so much with you that you can draw from when life gets tough. Lots of love
Crystal Duckworth
September 8, 2014
RIP Buddy!! We will all see you again when our time comes!!!
Sue and randy Rossi
September 8, 2014
We know your dear Phillip will be missed and we are so sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers always
September 8, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in this difficult time. Kenneth, Carma, and Ashley Harvey
Calista Johnson
September 8, 2014
What a kind-hearted and loving man you were! You always made me laugh when I seen you, yelling out "Hey Girl!" to me or "Squirrel!" really loud to my husband! Every time I saw you, I'd get a big bear hug and an "it's good to see ya! How you been?" You always had such a smile on your face. Kim, Tiffany and family, I love you ladies and pray that you are all doing alright. Peanut Butter is in a better place than any of us right now and no matter what, he's always by your side! He was an awesome man that will never be forgotten. Rest in Paradise Peanut Butter, until next time. I'll see you later!
September 8, 2014
GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY.
Tiffany Benefield
September 8, 2014
We love and miss you so much daddy. There are no words to express how hard this is for me, Angel, Key, Mack and especially your loving wife. You will forever live on with us! We love you! Go rest in paradise and keep your arms tightly around us.
September 8, 2014
There are no words to express how sorry I am for your loss. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Sherry F
Kelly (King) Woodard
September 8, 2014
I didn't know Mr. Phil very long but he left a lasting impression on me. He was my softball coach for the city league and lead us to the championship! I enjoyed his sense of humor and how he treated every one of us like his own daughters. Even years after, he always extended a friendly hello when I'd see him at the store. He will be missed! Sending peace and comfort to your family! <3
William Norman
September 8, 2014
Mrs. Kim, I'm truely sorry for your loss. Phillip aka Peanut Butter, was a great friend and I will miss our hunting trips together. Please let me know if there's anything that we can do for you.
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