1948
2010
Judy Crain Benten died at her home in Memphis on May 4, 2010. She was born on September 3, 1948 in Memphis, Tennessee to John Enochs and Mary Edith Siler Crain. She graduated from Wilson High School in Wilson, Arkansas. She graduated from Little Rock University now the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. She married John Barry Benten on June 23, 1973 in Wilson Arkansas. While at LRU, she was a member of Delta Delta Delta Sorority. After graduating she taught second grade at Hazen, Arkansas, Elementary School. She lived in Little Rock, Arkansas, until her marriage and moved to Memphis, Tennessee where she was a member of Les Passees and a volunteer at the Women's Exchange. She loved people and enjoyed travel especially cruises. She loved her dogs and leaves behind her precious companion, Pollyanna. She is survived by her husband of 37 years, John Barry Benten; her sisters: Mary Ann Rose /Williams of Blytheville, Arkansas; Nancy Crain Balton of Wilson, Arkansas; Susan Crain Railsback of Pine Bluff, Arkansas and her brother John Enochs Crain , Jr. of Jonesboro, Arkansas. She also leaves a number of nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held at Memphis Funeral Home, 5599 Poplar on Friday, May 7th from 5 until 8 p.m. Funeral service will be at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 8th at the Memphis Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be at 3:30 p.m. at Bassett Cemetery, Bassett, Arkansas. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Humane Society of Memphis or to a charity of the donor's choice. Memphis Funeral Home Poplar Avenue
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May 12, 2010
John...our thoughts & prayers are with you during this most difficult of times.
Freiderich Von Hugel said..."Caring is the greatest thing, caring matters most." Know that we care & send our love.
Patty Benten Burnett & Jane Benten Middleton
May 11, 2010
Sharon Lucas
Judy was an amazing woman who had a lot of love that she freely shared with me. She was so much fun to be around. I loved her smile and her laugh. She will be greatly missed by me and many many others. I am so sorry for your loss.
May 11, 2010
Dear John -
We are so sad to hear of Judy's passing. We have had such a wonderful time cruising with you and so sorry that you couldn't join us on our last one with Silverseas.
May God Bless. Our prayers are for her and with you.
Love, Valerie and Jim, Saugerties, New York
May 10, 2010
Barb Dorval
Dear John & Family,
My prayers are with you all. I only had a couple of months with Judy, they were a blessing. She will be missed.
May 9, 2010
Don Elliott
John,
You and Judy have been a big part of my life. I have many memories of our good times together. I'm very sorry for your loss and am sorry I could not make it to the services in Memphis. Call me if you need to talk...
May 8, 2010
Dennis & Marilyn (Lewis) Neenan
We were so sorry to hear about Judy. I grew up with her in Wilson and spent many afternoons at her home for cheerleading practice. I remember her as a fun, free spirit loved by everyone. I know that Dennis felt it a privilege to be a part of her service. Our love and prayers are with you all.
May 8, 2010
Heather Worthington
John, I am so sorry for your loss. I had many laughs with Judy and I am forever grateful to have had her in my life. She is a beautiful soul that has been set free.
My deepest sympathies,
May 8, 2010
John Scarano
John - my deepest sympathy. You are all in my thoughts and prayers
May 7, 2010
Dear John, Mary Ann, Nancy, Susan, and John,
I was so sorry to hear of Judy's death. We had a good visit in November when we were in Osceola for my aunt Dixie's service. Judy was so much fun to be around. Everyone will miss her, but we all have good memories. My brother, David, sends his love to you all.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Sue Quinn Wilson Winn
May 7, 2010
Bill Nicholson
I grew up with Judy in Wilson during the 60's. I remember Judy as a happy, fun loving person who was always pleasant to be around. I was deeply saddened to hear of her death. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Crain and Benten families during this difficult time.
May 7, 2010
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
With love, peace and deepest sympathy,
virginia cook
memphis, tn
May 7, 2010
Shack & Gail Green
John and Pollyanna,
Shack and I are holding you in our hearts as you grieve your loss. Know that you and your family are supported during this time of sadness and Judy will be remembered.
Love, Gail & Shack
May 7, 2010
Jo Ann Crowell
John,
I am so sorry to hear about Judy.
My deepest thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Jo Ann Crowell
May 7, 2010
Harry L. Williams
To the Benten and Crain Families: I'm so sorry to learn of Judy's transition. My grandparents, the late Will and Sadie Coleman was dear to the Crain family. May God Bless and keep you all in His care.
May 6, 2010
I am Judy's niece, only 9 years youger. I loved her so very much. The fondest memories were when I was just a little kid and she spent time with my family - small house so she got to sleep in my room
with me. The coolest was when I got to ride in the yellow GTO with her for a family vacation in Hot Springs. Bottom line is that I know that she knew I loved her very much. I will miss our conversations, but I know she will be watching from above. I LOVE YOU - BE AT PEACE!!!!
May 6, 2010
So sorry to learn about Judy. We grew up together in Wilson, and I always thought a lot of her and the other family members. My sympathy to you all. J. B. Lovett
May 6, 2010
John, I was so sad to hear about Judy - We send our prayers of comfort and know that wonderful memories will carry you through this time.
With love from your cousin Lucia (Scarano) Forte and the entire Scarano Family.
May 6, 2010
John, I was so shocked and saddened when I heard the news about Judy. Although I didn't see her as often as I would have liked, when I did, she always had something funny to talk about - a trip, an animal, whatever. She will truly be missed, not only by you, but by all of us who knew her!
Sue Haining
May 6, 2010
Randy Landreth
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
May 6, 2010
John,
Thank you for sharing your wonderful wife and friend with me all these years. I am so sorry for your loss. I adored Judy and her wit and spunk, she taught me so many things about life and I have prayed for her for years and will continue to do so for your grief. God will comfort you, so cry out when needed He will be there!! Grateful to have had her in my life. Love and prayers, Kelly Baker
May 6, 2010
John and The Crain Family
May you find some peace and comfort during the next few days surounded by friends and family. I will not forget my time in Memphis,Grand Cayman and my trip to Singapore with Judy.Thank you for your kindness to me and my parents.
Lovingly,
Renee Belair
Miami,Florida
May 6, 2010
Barbara & Bruce Casper
John, we want you to know that we share in your grief at this time. You and Judy have a special place in our hearts and our time together was always too short. Know that you are in our prayers.
Hugs, Barbara and Bruce Casper
May 6, 2010
Benten family,"All will hear his voice and come out.(john:5,28)
May 5, 2010
John,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We have so many good memories of our times together in Cayman. May our thoughts and prayers help to comfort you in this sad time.
Love and prayers,
Gayle and Ed Derringe
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