Ronnie "Ron" Bennett
(May 22, 1949 - April 4, 2011)
Ronnie "Ron" Bennett, 61, of St. Joseph, MO passed away Monday, April 4, 2011, at a St. Joseph hospital after a long battle with cancer.
He was born May 22, 1949, in Plattsburg, MO, the son of John and Irene (Wardrip) Bennett.
Ron was formerly an Enviromental Specialist for Emerald Enviromental Contractors and most recently was a property manager for M&D Properties.
Surviving are a son, Steven Fanning and a daughter, Whitney Bennett, both of St. Joseph; seven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; two sisters; Karen (Bob) Medek, Wyoming, MN; and Sharon (David) Hunt, St. Joseph; two brothers; Everett Bennett (fiancée, Deb), Rushville, MO; and John (Cheryln) Bennett, St. Joseph; two half brothers; Bruce (Ramona) Bennett, Cosby, Mo.; and Daniel Bennett, Rushville, MO.
He was preceded in death by his parents; two great-grandsons; an infant brother, Charles; an infant half brother, Raymond; and a niece, Angela Root.
A special thank you to Kathy and Mark Boatright and Sally Bennett for their care for Ronnie.
A memorial service will be conducted at 10 a.m. Friday at the Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Jonathan Garlock Officiating. Inurnment will be at Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Online condolences and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.
LETTER FROM HEAVEN
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say.
But first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God
above. Here, there's no more tears of sadness; Here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I am with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was
through. God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you.
It's good to have you back again, you were missed while
you were gone. As for your dearest family, They'll be here later on.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to
do. And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night the day's chores put to
flight. God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving
years. Because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry: it does relieve the pain. Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
If I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is
o'er. I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to
climb; But together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too;
That as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain;
Then you can say to God at night..."My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented...that my life was worthwhile.
Knowing as I passed along the way I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low;
Just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street and you've got Me on
your mind; I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go...from that body to be
free. Remember you're not going...you're coming here to Me.
(May 22, 1949 - April 4, 2011)
Ronnie "Ron" Bennett, 61, of St. Joseph, MO passed away Monday, April 4, 2011, at a St. Joseph hospital after a long battle with cancer.
He was born May 22, 1949, in Plattsburg, MO, the son of John and Irene (Wardrip) Bennett.
Ron was formerly an Enviromental Specialist for Emerald Enviromental Contractors and most recently was a property manager for M&D Properties.
Surviving are a son, Steven Fanning and a daughter, Whitney Bennett, both of St. Joseph; seven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; two sisters; Karen (Bob) Medek, Wyoming, MN; and Sharon (David) Hunt, St. Joseph; two brothers; Everett Bennett (fiancée, Deb), Rushville, MO; and John (Cheryln) Bennett, St. Joseph; two half brothers; Bruce (Ramona) Bennett, Cosby, Mo.; and Daniel Bennett, Rushville, MO.
He was preceded in death by his parents; two great-grandsons; an infant brother, Charles; an infant half brother, Raymond; and a niece, Angela Root.
A special thank you to Kathy and Mark Boatright and Sally Bennett for their care for Ronnie.
A memorial service will be conducted at 10 a.m. Friday at the Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Jonathan Garlock Officiating. Inurnment will be at Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Online condolences and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.
LETTER FROM HEAVEN
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say.
But first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God
above. Here, there's no more tears of sadness; Here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I am with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was
through. God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you.
It's good to have you back again, you were missed while
you were gone. As for your dearest family, They'll be here later on.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to
do. And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night the day's chores put to
flight. God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving
years. Because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry: it does relieve the pain. Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
If I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is
o'er. I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to
climb; But together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too;
That as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain;
Then you can say to God at night..."My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented...that my life was worthwhile.
Knowing as I passed along the way I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low;
Just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street and you've got Me on
your mind; I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go...from that body to be
free. Remember you're not going...you're coming here to Me.
Ronnie "Ron" Bennett
(May 22, 1949 - April 4, 2011)
Ronnie "Ron" Bennett, 61, of St. Joseph, MO passed away Monday, April 4, 2011, at a St. Joseph hospital after a long battle with cancer.
He was born May 22, 1949, in Plattsburg, MO, the son of John and Irene (Wardrip) Bennett.
Ron was formerly an Enviromental Specialist for Emerald Enviromental Contractors and most recently was a property manager for M&D Properties.
Surviving are a son, Steven Fanning and a daughter, Whitney Bennett, both of St. Joseph; seven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; two sisters; Karen (Bob) Medek, Wyoming, MN; and Sharon (David) Hunt, St. Joseph; two brothers; Everett Bennett (fiancée, Deb), Rushville, MO; and John (Cheryln) Bennett, St. Joseph; two half brothers; Bruce (Ramona) Bennett, Cosby, Mo.; and Daniel Bennett, Rushville, MO.
He was preceded in death by his parents; two great-grandsons; an infant brother, Charles; an infant half brother, Raymond; and a niece, Angela Root.
A special thank you to Kathy and Mark Boatright and Sally Bennett for their care for Ronnie.
A memorial service will be conducted at 10 a.m. Friday at the Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Jonathan Garlock Officiating. Inurnment will be at Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Online condolences and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.
LETTER FROM HEAVEN
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say.
But first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God
above. Here, there's no more tears of sadness; Here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I am with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was
through. God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you.
It's good to have you back again, you were missed while
you were gone. As for your dearest family, They'll be here later on.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to
do. And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night the day's chores put to
flight. God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving
years. Because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry: it does relieve the pain. Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
If I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is
o'er. I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to
climb; But together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too;
That as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain;
Then you can say to God at night..."My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented...that my life was worthwhile.
Knowing as I passed along the way I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low;
Just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street and you've got Me on
your mind; I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go...from that body to be
free. Remember you're not going...you're coming here to Me.
(May 22, 1949 - April 4, 2011)
Ronnie "Ron" Bennett, 61, of St. Joseph, MO passed away Monday, April 4, 2011, at a St. Joseph hospital after a long battle with cancer.
He was born May 22, 1949, in Plattsburg, MO, the son of John and Irene (Wardrip) Bennett.
Ron was formerly an Enviromental Specialist for Emerald Enviromental Contractors and most recently was a property manager for M&D Properties.
Surviving are a son, Steven Fanning and a daughter, Whitney Bennett, both of St. Joseph; seven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; two sisters; Karen (Bob) Medek, Wyoming, MN; and Sharon (David) Hunt, St. Joseph; two brothers; Everett Bennett (fiancée, Deb), Rushville, MO; and John (Cheryln) Bennett, St. Joseph; two half brothers; Bruce (Ramona) Bennett, Cosby, Mo.; and Daniel Bennett, Rushville, MO.
He was preceded in death by his parents; two great-grandsons; an infant brother, Charles; an infant half brother, Raymond; and a niece, Angela Root.
A special thank you to Kathy and Mark Boatright and Sally Bennett for their care for Ronnie.
A memorial service will be conducted at 10 a.m. Friday at the Rupp Funeral Home, Pastor Jonathan Garlock Officiating. Inurnment will be at Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the Rupp Funeral Home. Online condolences and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.
LETTER FROM HEAVEN
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say.
But first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God
above. Here, there's no more tears of sadness; Here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I am with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was
through. God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you.
It's good to have you back again, you were missed while
you were gone. As for your dearest family, They'll be here later on.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to
do. And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night the day's chores put to
flight. God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving
years. Because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry: it does relieve the pain. Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
If I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is
o'er. I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to
climb; But together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too;
That as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain;
Then you can say to God at night..."My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented...that my life was worthwhile.
Knowing as I passed along the way I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low;
Just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street and you've got Me on
your mind; I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go...from that body to be
free. Remember you're not going...you're coming here to Me.
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