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Linda Bennett Obituary
JOHNSON CITY - Linda Bennett, 72, of Johnson City, passed away on Thursday morning, March 14, 2024, at her home surrounded by her family after a period of declining health. She was a member of Berea Free Will Baptist Church. Linda retired from Lenoir Empire Furniture.
Linda was preceded in death by her mother, Margie Depew (step-father, Leonard Draper); father, Claude Garland Sr. (step-mother, Mary); and one brother, Claude Garland Jr.
She is survived by her loving husband of fifty-six years, Eddie Bennett; daughters, Tina Slagle (Ray), and Lisa Smith (Bret); granddaughters, Emma Howard (Austin), Amanda Davis (Arron); great-granddaughter, Ava Grace Howard; great-grandson, Greyson Ray Davis; twin sister, Brenda Garland; sisters, Rosie Randall, Tammie Garland; brother, Dale Garland (Melissa); along with several nieces and nephews.
The Bennett family will honor Linda's life with a Graveside Service on Saturday, March 16, 2024, at Barnett Cemetery 2116 Spencer Ln. Johnson City, TN 37604, beginning at 2 p.m. with Rev. Gary Hill officiating. Pallbearers will be selected from family and friends. Everyone who wishes to attend the Graveside Service is asked to meet at the cemetery by 1:50 p.m.
Memoires and condolences can be shared with the Bennett family by visiting www.jonesboroughfuneralhome.com.
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Ric & Penny Holley
March 19, 2024
Tina and Ray, May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jerry and Kayleen Liedel
March 17, 2024
Sending hugs and sincere condolences to Linda´s family.. May God bless you all as you transition here on earth without her
Linda and Kent Brown
March 16, 2024
Eddie, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Linda will be missed by all who knew her.
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