Mr. Jerald Richard Benton, age 67, passed away Saturday, August 26, 2023 at his residence.
Jerald was born in Bronx, New York. He is the son of Mr. Henry Richard Benton Jr., and Mrs. Joan Benton. He is a father, brother, uncle, great-uncle, cousin, and friend to many. Mr. Benton was a self- employed construction worker. He enjoyed family and friends. He dearly loved his sister “Sissy”. They were inseparable.
The viewing will be held at Families First Funeral Care on Sunday, September 3, 2023, from 11- 1 pm.
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Denise Singleton
The loss of this life is incredibly heartbreaking. I’ve known Jerald since the mid seventies, in the South Bronx and at that time we called him “Skipper”. Jerald was very easy going and light spirited. He loved helping people and was very skilled in carpentry. Jerald had a smile that would melt your heart. He had a phenomenal love for his sister, “Sissy” and his family. He was loved and will be missed by many. So take your rest Jerald because your work on earth is done.
Harriet Walden
I met June and Skip in 7th grade. They were so nice and the relationship they had was so special I can’t imagine them not being together. I want to extend my sincere condolences to the family. This really touched my heart. He is an Angel now to watch over his family May he Sleep in Heavenly Peace 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🪽🪽🪽🌹🌹🌹
Patricia Parks
June and her family has been part of my family for eons. Thru her I inherited her brother Jerald. He was always smiling,joking , and always trying to make sure you were having a good time. No matter where he saw you at he was trying to give you a helping hand. I am going to miss you Jerald. Rest in our Heavenly Father’s arms
Shanti Harris
I am absolutely heart broken over the passing of Jerald. He was like a father to me, and acted as such from the day we met. I will miss so much about him, but mainly his sweet spirit. Jerald was very hardworking, and a man’s man that didn’t take anything from anyone. He would give you his last, and love you like there was no tomorrow. I am thankful that I was able to spend as much time as I could with him at the house. I am also thankful that he is no longer in pain, and his precious heart is at Peace.
“We are confident, yes, well pleased rather to be absent from the body and to
be present with the Lord.”
2 Corinthians 5:8
Karen Adderley
Jerald will truly be missed. I just feel so blessed to have had the opportunity to see him recently. Rest in Peace