Lakewood Funeral Chapel
98 North Dixie Drive
Lake Jackson, TX  77566
Saturday, October 1, 2016
12:00pm-2:00pm
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Lakewood Funeral Chapel
98 N. Dixie Drive
Lake Jackson, TX  77566
Saturday, October 1, 2016
2:00pm
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Darrel Wayne Bennett

of Lake Jackson, TX

March 28, 1964 - September 24, 2016


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On Saturday, the 24th of September, 2016, heaven gained another angel; Darrel Wayne Bennett peacefully went to be with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Darrel was born on March 28, 1964, in which he would later share that date of birth with his son. In his early years, Darrel enjoyed a variety of activities from baseball to tormenting his brothers and sisters. He was a jokester and always loved to make people smile and laugh. Later in life, his passion for sports never wavered. If he wasn't watching his only son play baseball and tennis, he was watching it on television. Darrel also enjoyed hunting and fishing. You could usually find him fishing at his favorite "honey hole" or at his sister's ranch hunting hogs and varmints. Besides his love of sports and outdoor activities, the one thing that never changed about Darrel was his kindness. He was the kind of person that made sure you were taken care of before himself. He might be behind on his own bills, but he would make sure you had a full tank of gas. He never passed judgment and always tried to put himself in the other person's shoes. That was just Darrel.

Darrel left behind a loving family. They will all miss him dearly. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Edward and Mary Borowicz and James Monroe and Rosa Lee Bennett; his father, James W. Bennett; his brother, Larry J. Bennett; and his godparents, Steve and Helen Borowicz.

He is survived by his only son James M. Bennett; his mother, Vera I. Bennett; his brother, Raymond J. Bennett; his sister, Cindy A. West; sister-in-law, Mary Kate Bennett; brother-in-law, Gene E. West; nephews, Justin Bennett, Jeremy Bennett and wife, Martha Bennett; niece, Lisa M. West; and many other loving relatives. He also left behind many wonderful friends who considered Darrel just as much a part of their family as they were a part of his.

To continue on Darrel's kind and giving nature, his organs were donated to Life Gift so he can continue helping people and even saving lives long after his passing.
There will be a Visitation at Lakewood Funeral Chapel on Saturday, October 01, 2016 from 12:00pm-2:00pm with service at 2:00pm.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a donation in memorial of Darrel to the Alzheimer's Association. Donations can be made online at www.alz.org. Please help us keep Darrel's giving spirit alive.

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10 Condolence(s)
Michael Nordin
Jones Creek, TX
Saturday, August 19, 2017

I received news of Darrell's passing a few days ago from his son, James. My deepest respects to the entire Bennett family, especially Ms. Bennett, who was always so kind to me. My best childhood memories all include Darrell and even though we drifted apart over the years since high school, I could always be sure that when we did come together that Darrell would be Darrell, smiling and talking positive about everyone. I last saw him on Poinsettia about 3 years ago. I like to drive through the old neighborhood and when I passed 214 there he was heading to his truck. We talked a few minutes and I asked about family and his mom and he brought her out and gave me some cookies like old times. My sincerest sympathies for your loss. RIP Darrell. You were the best of friends and always will be.

Sherron Pistole
Lake Jackson, TX
Saturday, October 1, 2016

Darrel was a wonderful man.He would do anything for anyone.My family and I will miss him so very much. He always had a smile even when he was over coming back surgery. We were neighbors since the early 2000's.He was my adopted son. I love you, Sunshine and will never forget you.

Dennis Abraham
West Columbia, TX
Saturday, October 1, 2016

proud to have known Darrel, gone way too soon. R.I.P.

Bill, Debbie and Alex Rankin
Rosharon, TX
Friday, September 30, 2016

Darrel was such a wonderful person. He had the best heart and was always one of the best Dad's to James I've ever seen. He will truly be missed.

Eddie & Sara Smith
Needville, TX
Friday, September 30, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Barron Vincent & Dawn Winters
Brazoria, TX
Friday, September 30, 2016

Our deepest sympathy to James and the rest of the family. Darrel was a truly great guy that was always helping others. He was always there helping us with Dawn's mother, so we felt he was our adopted brother. He will always be known as the "possum" hunter. He will be missed by us and many others.

Jean Harvill
Richmond, TX
Friday, September 30, 2016

Am beyond words! Grew up down the street from Him for years! Prayers and love to the family!

Bettye Harvill Newberry
Richmond, TX
Friday, September 30, 2016

Prayers & condolences to the entire Bennett family. Another Poinsettia resident received their wings.

Tom & Martha Marlar
Van Buren, AR
Friday, September 30, 2016

Our deepest condolences! We will miss you buddy..

George Matula
Brady, TX
Friday, September 30, 2016

So sorry for the loss of Darrel. He was a cousin that I never really knew since he was so much younger than me. From the description it sounds as though he was much like his father. You are all in my thoughts.
George E. Matula
Brady, Texas