Christine Martin Bennett

1926 - 2017

Christine Martin Bennett obituary, 1926-2017, Martinsville, VA

BORN

1926

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home - Martinsville

109 Broad Street

Martinsville, Virginia

Christine Bennett Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 21, 2017.

Christine Martin Bennett, of Martinsville, went to meet her Lord on Friday, May 19, 2017. Christine was born on October 29, 1926 in Martinsville to Mary Stegall Martin and Robert Cutler Martin.

She was a realtor for over 30 years and owned Rimmers Jewelry Store for a number of years. She was active in many clubs and organizations including Exchange Club of Martinsville, Toastmasters Club, Business and Professional Women's Club and at one time was President of the Realtors Association.

She was a long time member of the First Baptist Church of Martinsville where she taught seven year olds and later juniors and seniors.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Georgia Lee Martin Lee and her husband Davis E. Lee; brothers, William Donald (Don) Martin and Robert (Bob) Martin, Jr.

She is survived by her beloved son, William Wayne "Billy Wayne" Bennett and his wife Karen J. Bennett; grandsons, Jonathan Wayne Bennett of Richmond, VA and Joseph W. Bennett of Indiana; great-granddaughter, Courtney Bennett of Florida and great-grandson, Christopher Bennett of Martinsville; sisters-in-law, Billy Martin and Peggy Martin.

Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 24, 2017 at First Baptist Church of Martinsville with Reverend John Fulcher and Reverend Dennis Knight officiating. Visitation will be at McKee-Stone Funeral Home from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 23, 2017.

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May 24, 2017

Billy, I am sorry for your family's loss. Christine was a close friend to my
sister and our family for many years.

Charles Foley and family

May 23, 2017

Judy Wood

I had the pleasure of having Christine in my life through my years in the Martinsville BPW and working with the Jr. Miss Association. You will forever be one of the women I will never forget...you always knew when she was in the room...crazy, funny, fun loving Christine!!

May 23, 2017

JOHN/DORIS RICHARDSON

Christine was so very dear to John and I and we will miss her so much. will miss our talks since we moved to Florida and our outings when we were there. We love you Christine and will see you one day in Heaven. Billy Wayne and Karen I know you will miss her so much, she was the life of the party wherever she went, and everyone who knew her loved her. So sorry we were not able attend her service, but will remember her from the good old days. Our visits will not be the same when we come to Martinsville and our lunches at Clarences.

May 23, 2017

Mary Baldwin Venegas

Todd and I would like to express our deepest condolences for the loss of your mother and dear friend. We remember all the wonderful times we had with her. Benish as Todd called her was a part of our family. She always had a smile and always gave encouragement. We shared soo much together and at this time it is hard to express how much we loved your mother. She was a wonderful lady and I am so glad she was a part of our life. We loved her dearly.

Mary and Todd Baldwin

May 23, 2017

Valary Fleming-Lejman

Billy & Karen, I'm so sorry for your loss. Christine was such a dynamic and special woman and I was blessed she was my Mom's friend for so many years. Christine accomplished much in her life, always a blessing to the people whose lives she touched.

May 23, 2017

Nancy Kennett

A special lady that I am so glad I got to know and love through the Martinsville Exchange Club. I will miss our chats and her beautiful smile...until we meet again. Prayers to the family.

May 22, 2017

Liz Cassell

Christine was oh so very special to me. I will always remember our trips to the beach and her special love.
Niece, Elizabeth L. Cassell

May 22, 2017

Charlotte Krovic

I met Christine at Blue Ridge Manor as she sat at the table with my mom for meals. She was always pleasant and had a smile on her face. Your family is in my prayers.

Charlotte Krovic

May 22, 2017

Kay Dedrick

I have know the Bennett family for 20+ years. They are just like my own. Mrs C Bennett lived at Blue Ridge Manor, where I work for a while. She will be greatly missed my many. Prayers for this family, they were all very close. Love and prayers.
Kay Dedrick

May 21, 2017

Arnold & Glenda Hall

Christine will be missed by her friends in the Martinsville Exchange Club she was an inspiration to all who knew her. We will meet again one day..

May 21, 2017

May God's loving kindness and comfort help you and your family through this very sad time Psalms 29:11

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