[Funeral Program for Dannie Ray Benson, Sr., June 8, 2013] Page: 2 of 3
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OBITUARY
Dannie Ray Benson Sr., was born to ST & John-
nie Mae Benson, in San Antonio, Texas on Au-
gust 8, 1954. He attended Phyllis Wheatley High
School, and graduated with the class of 1972.
Dannie Ray was employed with Columbia 300
Bowling Ball Company, after graduation in 1972,
where he remained a dedicated employee until
the closing of the San Antonio location in 2006.
In 1973, Dannie Ray and Annette Hemphill be-
came the proud parents of Dwayne Hemphill.
On December 23, 1982, Dannie Ray and Carolyn
Bouldin Benson were married, and to this union
one child was born, Dannie Ray Benson Jr., in
1985.
Dannie Ray accepted the Lord at an early age, he
was baptized at Rising Star Baptist Church, of
Dimebox, Tx. And later united with East End
Missionary Baptist Church, under the leadership
of Rev. Roy Manning.
He enjoyed fishing, restoring cars, and collecting
a wide array of hats. He had a heart of gold, al-
ways willing to share and assist others.
Dannie Ray is preceded in death by his father ST
Benson Sr., mother, Johnnie Mae Benson, and
brother ST Benson, Jr.
He leaves to cherish his memories his wife;
Carolyn Benson, sons; Dwayne Hemphill, and
Dannie Ray Benson Jr., two sisters and two
brothers: Betty Ware (Larry), Lonnie Ray Benson
(Louise), Brenda Benson, and Ricky Benson. A
future daughter in law; Geneve Trevino. Four
grandchildren; Kevin, Daeshan, Jayeshaun, and
Samane. God. son; Lewis Bryant and three be-
loved nephews; Andrew, Anthony, and Adam. a
host of nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives andORDER OF SERVICES
Family Processional
Old Testament Reading
New Testament Reading
Prayer
Solo
James Bennett
Reflection of Life
Obituary Read Silently
Resolutions
East End MBC
Special Message from "The Guys"
Read by : Jeroyl Benson
Solo
Jeroyl Benson
Acknowledgements
Phyllis Wheatly H.S. Class of 1972Special Remarks
The Final Fight
Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free
I'm following the path God laid for me.
I took His hand when I heard Him call;
I turned my back and left it all.
I could not stay another day,
To laugh, to love, to work to play.
Tasks left undone must stay that way;
I've found that peace at the close of the day.
If my parting has left a void,
Then fill it with remembered joy.
A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,
Ah yes, these things I too will miss.
Be not burdened with times of sorrow
I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow
My life's been full, I savored much;
Good friends, good times, and God's touch,
Perhaps my time seems all too brief;
Don't lengthen it now with undue grief.
Lift up your heart and share with me,
God wanted me now
He set me free.Kurt Mowen
Solo
Marquis Nelson
Words of Comfort Rev. Roy Manning
Pastor of East End MBC
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