George Bennie "Ben" Adams, age 64 of Monticello, passed away peacefully Monday, November 15, 2016 at his home in the presence of his loving family and friends. He was born December 6, 1951 in Dermott, AR to the late Kathryne Ellis Adams.
Ben was retired owner and operator of Ben's Body Shop and a member of Enon Baptist Church where he served as deacon, Sunday school director, teacher, youth director and served the bus ministry for over 30 years. He was also a former president and vice president of Gideons International. Ben always loved planning and decorating the church for special events throughout the year. He touched many lives through his ministry and the example he set was his personal testimony.
He was a loving husband for 46 years to his wife Carolyn, a loving father and grandfather, and friend to many. His favorite hobby was model railroading where he had a mass collection of model trains. In addition to his mother, he was also preceded in death by his grandparents, Tommie and Irene Ellis; a son-in-law, Bob Boedighiemer.
Survivors include his wife of 46 years, Carolyn Halley Adams of Monticello; two daughters, Amy Boedighiemer of Sheridan; Jayme Lawson and husband Chris of Monticello; one son Benjamin Adams of Louisville, KY; one sister, Penny Jordan of Wilmar; one granddaughter, Rebecca Lawson of Monticello; and several aunts, uncles, cousins, other relative and friends.
Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, November 18, 2016 at Enon Baptist Church. Visitation will be from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Thursday, November 17, 2016 at Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home. Online guestbook at www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(21)
Stephanie Gin (RoseChow)
Oakland, CA Thursday, June 2, 2022 Sorry to hear about Ben's passing he was very loved by many God bless you allRichard Ellis
Cebu , philippines, TX Monday, November 21, 2016 Rest in peace with no more pain my beloved Nephew. I will see you soon and when I get there you can show me around and we will run down the streets of gold.Sherry Ellis O'Neill-Rawls
Monticello, AR Friday, November 18, 2016 Carolyn, I am so sorry to hear of Bennie's passing. My heart goes out to you, & my prayers too. I know how much you loved your Bennie. I know you & the children will miss him soooo much. I pray God will comfort you & bless you. It has been 14 years 7 months since I lost my James, so I know how you feel. Remember that you have so many good memories of good times with him, & let the memories bring you a little comfort. love you lots, Sherry.Larry, Evelyn, & Jeremy
Monticello,, AR Friday, November 18, 2016 So sorry to hear about Ben. Long time friend, mentor,and sometimes like an older brother to me. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Carolyn and the entire family. May you rest in peace, Ben.Sharon Shook McIntyre
Titusville, FL Friday, November 18, 2016 Dear Carolyn & Family,I am so sorry to hear of your loss of Bennie. He was a great classmate, thoughtful, kind, and always willing to lend a hand.
You all will certainly see him in Heaven. God Bless all of your immediate and extended families.
Classmate & Friend,
Sharon Shook McIntyre
Walter S Chapman
Monticello, AR Thursday, November 17, 2016 Sorry to hear of Bennie's passing. My prayers are with you.Danny and Deana Simpson
Wilmar, AR Thursday, November 17, 2016 Mrs. Carolyn and Family,Heaven gained a wonderful angel when Mr. Benny entered those pearly gates. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Barbara Burks McElroy
MONTICELLO, AR Thursday, November 17, 2016 So very sorry to hear about Bro. Bennie. My thoughts and prayers are with you.Pat Savage Montgomery
Monticello, AR Thursday, November 17, 2016 My thoughts and prayers are with you all.verna conway
waldron, AR Thursday, November 17, 2016 WAS SO ORRY TO HEAR ABOUT Bennie WILL BE PRAYING FOR ALL. REG AND VERNA CONWAY AND RAYMOND AKINJanice Gladden Wiggam
Hot Springs Village, AR Thursday, November 17, 2016 My prayers are with you all. Ben was a fine man. May God comfort you with his loving arms to give you comfort and peace..With love & sympathy,
Janice
Bob Barnes
Montiello, AR Thursday, November 17, 2016 Carolyn & family I'm sorry for your loss, Bennie was a good man and faithful to the Lord.mary lou cooper
monticello, AR Wednesday, November 16, 2016 so very sorry carolyn i know you are in pain now about benny, may god be with you!! love you!!!Hazel Potts
Monticello, AR Wednesday, November 16, 2016 Dear Carolyn and familyI was so sorry to hear of Bennie passing. The Lord looked down and saw Bennie had suffered enough and was time to call him home His work here was done. Bennie was a great Christine an loved God and family so much Bennie was a fine man and will be missed by many I am sorry I cannot be at any of the services but my thought and prayers are with the family Look to the Lord for you comfort Our deepest Sympathy
Hazel and Alan
Dr. Sam Wherry
Little Rock, AR Wednesday, November 16, 2016 Bennie Adams will forever have a special unique place in my life forthree years Bennie served as the Statistician for Coach Dan Coston Monticello Billies Basketball Team. Bennie with his compassionate Agape Love was always insoiring and counseling entitiy during those Grand and Great Years at Monticello High School. He was par excellence Summa Cumbra Laude Student and Christian/Student Gentlemen. Heaven cannot but be smilling upon this Giant of a Man upon his entrance into the Kingdom of Heaven. So it Be!Donna & Jim B McDougald
Clanton, AL Wednesday, November 16, 2016 Carolyn and family, so very sorry to read of the passing of. Ben. We have many fond memories of our time with you guys as our neighbors when we were a newlyweds moving to Monticello. Thanks for being ourFriends and teaching us what love really is. Prayers for comfort in the days ahead. Love to all ❤️🙏🏻
Audra Chapmon (Volunteer)
Searcy, AR Wednesday, November 16, 2016 I would like to express my heartfelt sympathy to the family for the loss of your dear Ben. I hope that you will find comfort in the words of Jesus at John 5:28,29 where he promised that the day is coming when he is going to resurrect back to life those in the grave. Until then, it is just like they are sleeping. (John 11:11-13) May you draw strength from Jehoveh, the God of all Comfort.DIANNE JOHNS
MONTICELLO, AR Wednesday, November 16, 2016 WE ARE SO SORRY, CAROLYNN.I KNOW THE GOOD LORD WAS WAITING FOR HIM.,GOD BLESS YOU ALLFred West
Boiling springs, SC Wednesday, November 16, 2016 My prayers for comfort and peace at your time of sorrow god bless the adams hfamilyMary Lasiter
Wilmar, AR Wednesday, November 16, 2016 So very sorry to see where Bennie passed away. Please know you are in my prayers.Kenny & Kay Worbington
Monticello, AR Wednesday, November 16, 2016 Dear Family, You have our sympathy at this sad time! Our prayers are with you. I remember when Bennie was in high school and was brilliant in math & science. He was a gentle, kind Christian man.