Richard Wayne Bennett passed away at his home in Faulkner Monday, January 3, 2011 at the age of 70.
Mr. Bennett was born September 25, 1940 in Tippah County, MS to the late Hugh and Willie Reed Bennett. He was a member of Church of Tippersville Full Gospel and a retired carpenter.
He is survived by his wife of 24 years: Doris Bennett- Faulkner, MS
Son: Danny Rogers and wife Angie – Michie, TN; Terry Len Rogers- Walnut, MS
Daughters: Sherry Nelson and husband Terry – Walnut, MS; Sandy Hogue and husband Terry – Dumas, MS; Missy Williams – Walnut, MS; Debbie Bryant and husband Phillip of Walnut, MS
20 Grandchildren
One Special Granddaughter: Chelsa Brooks
Special Grandson: Jesse Brooks
11 Great Grandchildren
Step Brothers: Doyle Bennett – Ripley, MS; JR Bennett- Ashland, MS; Thomas Bennett, GA
Sisters: Leatrice Damrick – San Diego, California; Hazel Samuelal – Millington, TN
Sister-in-law: Doris Bennett Box - Ripley, MS
Several Nieces, Nephews, Other relatives and a host of friends
He was welcomed to heaven by his father: Hugh Bennett
Mother: Willie Reed Bennett
Son: Kenny Rogers
Brother: Billy Bennett
Sister: Flora Mae Chunn
Half Brothers: Donald Bennett & James Bennett