He was a supervisor for Food Giant Inc., a U. S. Army National Guard Veteran and a Baptist. He was the son of the late Elmer Drew Jefcoat and Lillie Maureen King Jefcoat and was preceded in death by one brother, Jamie Jefcoat.
Survivors include two sons, Will Jefcoat and wife, Grace of Greenwood, MS and Griffin Jefcoat of Monticello, AR; one daughter, Carley Pepper and husband, Josh of Madison, MS; two brothers, Tommie Jefcoat of Louisville, MS and Larry Jefcoat of Cleveland, MS; three sisters, Jimmie Lee Baldwin of Cleveland, MS, Janelle Wren of North Richland Hills, TX and Annette Burchfield of Drew, MS; three grandchildren, Wood Jefcoat, Graham Pepper and Johnny Pepper.
Condolences(30)
Bobby and Cathy Barnett
Carrollton, MS Sunday, October 16, 2011 Benny has been a friend for over 30 years. He always had a smile on his face. He will be missed by many. Our prayers are with the family.Melanie Hall
Cleveland, MS Thursday, October 13, 2011 Carley, Griffin and Will,We were so sorry to read about your dad. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. It's hard "letting go"! May the Lord comfort you and give you strength in the days ahead. Love, Mrs. Melanie, Mr. Steve, Lisa & Allison
Bubba Burns
Brinkley, AR Wednesday, October 12, 2011 I went elementary through High School with Benny. Always have been friends. He was one of the GOOD GUYS. He will be missed by all.......Emily Loveless-Groves
Monticello, AR Wednesday, October 12, 2011 Griffen,So sorry to hear of the loss of your father. He was such a good man and I always loved when he came in the bank. You did a good job taking care of him in his last days. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family.
Eddie, Michelle Lafever & Family
Monticello, AR Tuesday, October 11, 2011 To the entire Jefcoat family..Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Benny was a great friend of ours from MS that carried over into AR. We will miss him so much. Know that we are here if you need us for anything. I know that he is in heaven looking down on all of us with no more suffering.Marty Dean
Covington, LA Tuesday, October 11, 2011 To his family:My name is Marty Dean. I worked with Benny during the late 70's at Piggly Wiggly grocery store in Greenwood. Some of my favorite memories of my teen years include Benny in them. He was fun and had a very engaging personalitiy. I am sure you all will miss him very much. Please know he made an impression in someone's life from long ago.
Aurelia Jones-Taylor
Clarksdale, MS Tuesday, October 11, 2011 Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Carley.Sandi Munden
Jackson, MS Tuesday, October 11, 2011 Our prayers and thoughts are with you. If we can do anything to help, please let us know.Jimmy Don Taylor
Hermitage, AR Tuesday, October 11, 2011 So sorry to hear about Benny. He was my Supervisor when I worked for Food Giant. He was a very nice man and I enjoyed working for him. He is in a better place and isn't hurting anymore. May God Bless You during your time of sorry.PAT SAVAGE
Monticello, AR Tuesday, October 11, 2011 So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.TOMMY HARGROVE
grenada, MS Tuesday, October 11, 2011 I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS...BENNY WAS A CLASSMATE OF MINE FROM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL THROUGH HIGH SCHOOL...ALLWAYS THOUGHT A LOT OF HIM AND KNEW HIM TO BE A STAND UP GUY THAT WAS WELL LIKED AND RESPECTED BY ALL THAT KNEW HIM.....Marion Underwood Nevils
Broussard, LA Monday, October 10, 2011 So sorry to hear about Bennie...we were classmates at Cleveland High. As I remember he was a wonderful caring person. He will be greatly missed! Rest in peace Bennie, our thoughts and prayers are with your family.Namaste,
"Cricket"
kathy
aberdeen, MS Monday, October 10, 2011 Words can't describe how much Bennie will be missed. Bennie always had a smile on his face. You will be missed at Food Giant in Aberdeen, Ms. To Bennie children and grandkids may God comfort you in this time.Shirley Elis-Stampley
Fayette, MS Monday, October 10, 2011 Hi Carley,I am so sorry for your lost. My prayers and thoughts are with you during your time of sorrow.
Nan & Scott Dean
Greenwood, MS Monday, October 10, 2011 Carley, Will and Griffin,May you have wonderful memories of your Dad. He was so proud of each of you and was willing to share what each of you were up to when we would see him. Be strong in your faith knowing. God's Blessing to each of you.
Angel Greer
Biloxi, MS Monday, October 10, 2011 Carley and Family:I am so very sorry for the loss of your father. I pray for your peace and comfort during the difficult days ahead. May the memories you hold so dear bring a smile to you during the times of loneliness.
Sincerely,
Angel
Vera Nickelberry
Jackson, MS Monday, October 10, 2011 Carley and Josh,The MPHCA staff was saddened to hear about your father's passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during the difficult time.
Vera Nickelberry
Joyce Smith
, TX Monday, October 10, 2011 Carley,So sorry to hear about the passing of your father. You know I understand and empathize with you and your family.
You all are in my prayers.
Joyce Smith
Lee Overbey
Greenwood, MS Monday, October 10, 2011One of the greatest guys in world, one of LCCC's finest members and a great friend of mine.
Pam and Dennis Gladden
Monticello, AR Sunday, October 9, 2011 Dennis and I are praying for your family. Dennis spent many nights praying for Bennie. We are so sad for all of you and we want you to know we both loved Bennie.Bennie will always be in our hearts and We ask the Lord to be with each of you and comfort you at this difficult time. Bennie was a special person that always had a smile for people. We will miss him very much. May the Lord give you peace at this time.
Ruthie Griffin
Monitcello, AR Sunday, October 9, 2011 To the family of Benny Jefcoat;My thoughts and prayers are with you Griffin and your family in this difficult time I pray the Lord keep you all close. It was a pleasure taking care of Mr. Jefcoat . I am so glad was given the chance to meet you and you family Griffin May God bless you all
Melba Austin Darton
Greenville, SC Sunday, October 9, 2011 My thoughts and prayers are with your family. So sad to lose another member of our extended family. I remember all the good visits with Drew and Maureen's family. Benny was such a cute little fellow!. I am sorry I cannot be there for his memorial service, but know that all of you are in my prayers. MelbaShelia Hobbs
Pine Bluff, AR Sunday, October 9, 2011 Dear Jeffcoat Family,My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time . Mr Benny was always so upbeat when I would registar him for his treatments at JRMC.
Shelia Hobbs and Margaret Henry(volenteer)
Billy & Jody Gladden
Monticello, AR Saturday, October 8, 2011 So sorry for the loss of Benny. He was a good man and friend. Praying the Lord will give you comfort and peace during this difficult time. Dwell on the fun times with him. The Lord Bless you and Keep you and make His face to shine upon you.Shawn Donathan
Rison, AR Saturday, October 8, 2011 You'll be missed Mr. BennyLeroy Cortez
lacey, AR Saturday, October 8, 2011 words cant describe how much you will be missed.bennie was a good boss and friend for over 15 years.so sorry for your loss.griffen if you need anything just call.Angie Frost
Monticello, AR Saturday, October 8, 2011 I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Benny. He was a very sweet person. He will be missed... You are in our thoughts and prayers..Beverly Knight Sullivan
Monticello, AR Saturday, October 8, 2011 I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.Casey
, AR Saturday, October 8, 2011 Will, Carly, GriffinYa'll have been and will remain in my thoughts and prayers.
Ronnie and Lori McCoy
Monticello, AR Saturday, October 8, 2011 So very sorry to hear this sad news. Benny was a good person and he will be missed! God bless you in your time of sorrow.