Birth date: Apr 3, 1914 Death date: Nov 10, 2010
D. A. Benton Mr. D. A. Benton, 96, of Longview, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, November 10, 2010. His beloved wife of 73 years, Kathryn, survives him along with his loving children, Delbert A. Benton of Longview and Vicki Read Obituary
I am the granddaughter of Ed Brinson, Sr. I heard my grandfather speak of Mr. Benton quite often; and feel as if I knew him. My grandfather thought a lot of him. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.##imported-begin##Kate Gaither##imported-end##
To Mrs. Benton and family,
We were so sad to hear of Mr. DA's passing away. He was such a fine man, always had a smile and words of encouragement when you spoke to him. Doug's parents loved the both of you, and when we got to know you through them, we did too.
Mr. Brinson loved the times he and Mr. DA shared in the Lion's Club. I know Mr. DA will have many friends in heaven to greet him, and maybe he and Mr. Brinson can fry fish for everyone, like they did at the Lion's Club fish fry.
We all send love and prayers that God will bless you with His peace at this difficult time. We hope to see you when we are in Longview again.##imported-begin##Doug and Glynrose Brinson##imported-end##
Dear Kathryn, Delbert & Vicki - what a shock I had when I heard D.A. has gone to be with Jesus. I have such fond memories of all of you, and D.A. was a special person in my life. My heart and my prayers are with all of you at this sad time in your lives. D.A. was one of a kind - he did a lot for Longview and First Baptist Church. He will be greatly missed!##imported-begin##Anita Smith##imported-end##
Dear Aunt Kathrine, Delbert, Vickie and family,
I really loved Uncle Arlis. I have so many memories of summers with you all. He taught me how to ski and fish and all about sweet tea and hush puppies.
I am so happy that we had spoken several times over the last couple of years. He lived such a good long life and took such good care of his parents. That was always a comfort to his brother out here in California.
My dad's group of loved ones in Heaven really grew this past week.
Wish I could be there with you.
Love to all,
Debbie Benton Schultz##imported-begin##Debbie Benton Schultz##imported-end##
Dear Mrs. Benton, Delbert, and Family.
We just wanted and needed to let you know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. D.A. and I did visitations together for a number of years. He was such a great mentor to me. In fact D.A. is the one who introduced Cheryl and myself to Mrs. Kenneth Mann during one of our visitations. We still have a great friendship with her to this day. Like so many others have said, D.A. was a wonderful man, a true servant, and will be greatly missed by all that knew him. I will always thank God for knowing D.A.##imported-begin##Ty and Cheryl Chandler##imported-end##
Our sincerest sympathy is sent to each of you during this sad time. I hope the wonderful memories you have of Poppa will help to sustain you in the days ahead. Please know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you.##imported-begin##Larry & Kathy Rhoton##imported-end##
I met Mr. Benton while I was attending First Baptist Church in Longview. He would greet you & give a bullentin for the church service.
When I was in the youth department, he allowed me to be one of the ushers. He would place us in our positions. The young guys would be placed toward the back of the church. I made a few mistakes with passing the offering plates when I first started. Mr. Benton would give me encouragement to do better next time. He never said an angry word to me.
As an adult, I have been involved as an usher in other churches that I have attended in the past. Mr. Benton gave me opportunity & training to be an usher. He gave a shy young man a reason to serve in the church
I always enjoyed seeing Mr. Benton at church when I would visit my mother in Longview. I was able to introduce my wife to him during one of our visits. My prayers are with your family. I know Mr. Benton touch allot of lives over the years. He was a wonderful man. I will miss him.##imported-begin##Michael Thomas##imported-end##
Dearest Kathryn, Delbert and family:
Just know how much we have admired and loved you through the years as we have watched our boys grow to manhood. We've welcomed and admired D.A.'s influence on their lives for good in his gracious interest and life's example.
God's blessings on each of you and be assured of our love and prayers for you in these coming days. May the dear Holy Spirit's comfort under gird your hearts, hold you close, but do know D.A.'s always in our hearts and making heaven richer.
Bill & Rachel
Psm 116:15##imported-begin##Bill and Rachel Rice##imported-end##
Dear Mrs. Benton, Delbert, Vickie, Tammy, Kyle, and Tiffany,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Mr. Benton was one of the most kind and gracious men we have ever met.
I had the privilege of knowing Mr. Benton during my 27 years at Longview Bank and Trust. My memories include sending annual "Happy Birthday" letters to Tammy, Tiffany, and Kyle.
Richard remembers the fun times he had hunting with Mr. Benton at the Longview Hunting Club.
The life he lived was one of service to God, his family, and his community. Mr. Benton was such a very special man who will never be forgotten and will be missed by many.
Our love and prayers,##imported-begin##Sherry Moore Molpus and Richard Molpus##imported-end##
My thoughts are prayers are with you during this difficult time of sorrow.##imported-begin##Nora Pass##imported-end##
