Book of Memories for Billy Louis "Coach" Bennett

Condolence From George & Christine Kelley

Wed, 17 Jan 2018 06:07:22 EST

Mrs. Pat, there are no words. We are praying for you and your family. Many Blessings.

Condolence From Tracey Ann McCreery

Tue, 16 Jan 2018 01:08:36 EST

Dear Coach, God bless you and keep you always. You have touched so many people in our little community. I feel so blessed to have known you. Thank you for sharing Pat with us throughout the years. God bless you Ms. Pat & Cathy, you are both in our thoughts and prayers. If you ever need anything we are just a phone call away. Love always, Tracey, Alex, & Jacob. XOXO

Condolence From COLONEL TW WILLIAMS

Mon, 15 Jan 2018 19:11:40 EST

My coach, my Friend and mentor...you have not only lived honorably but mentored many of us to seek the same quality and dignity of life. It was your drive, your patience, your foresight, your love of the game of baseball and football that I will never forget because I have passed it on to others. Coach Bennett we Love you and your Family. You have finished the fight and now be at peace with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. ❤️🙏🏾🇺🇸

Condolence From Sally and John Raymond Theobold

Mon, 15 Jan 2018 15:57:17 EST

Dearest Miss Pat, Kathy and family, We are so very sorry for your loss. At the same time we are so thankful and proud that you shared your husband and father with us. When we lose a loved one it is comforting to know that they made a difference. Most of all, Coach Bennett and you ,Miss Pat, showed us a fine example of how to enjoy a life well lived together and with Kathy as a family. He also made a difference in so many lives the names and numbers we could never begin to recall. Coach Bennett was a teacher, coach, mentor and friend. He was faithful to his beliefs to the end and we honor his memory in our home.

Photo shared: BILLY BENNETT IN SEPT 1957 STUDENT PAPER THE PSHS KEYHOLE PUBLISHED BY THE KEY CLUB..png

Mon, 15 Jan 2018 15:47:25 EST

FROM 1957

Condolence From Mike Cason

Mon, 15 Jan 2018 15:39:43 EST

I was very sorry to hear of Coach Bennett's passing. He was such a wonderful man. His contributions to the Palatka community are immense and far-reaching. It was partly due to a conversation with Coach Bennett back in the '80s that I decided to go into teaching and coaching as a career. His legacy as a Christian, coach, and mentor has touched so many. Thank you, Coach! Mike Cason Lawrenceville, GA Palatka High School Class of 1986

Memorial Candle lit by Class of 1970

Mon, 15 Jan 2018 11:54:24 EST

Class of 1970

Condolence From Carl Johnson

Mon, 15 Jan 2018 10:38:54 EST

Ms. Bennett, Cathy and family, I was sorry to hear of your loss. Coach Bennett was truly a role model and inspiration to many, especially for me. I am so thankful for his influence and impact on me personally. He will be missed by many but not forgotten. Carl Johnson Palatka Braves 1966-68

Condolence From Nicole Torode Whitfield

Sun, 14 Jan 2018 21:30:58 EST

Coach Bennett impacted so many generations. He was so loved and respected. They don’t make men like him anymore, but he left a piece of himself in many men and women. I was blessed to have him as my AD, but also a personal family friend. I am blessed to be involved in athletics in many levels and I appreciate the example he gave me. Prayers for his family, but mostly-thank you for sharing him with us all. Coaches families make a huge sacrifice. You will be missed Coach. You are so loved!

Condolence From Doug Feltner

Sun, 14 Jan 2018 17:03:00 EST

When God created Coaches, Coach Bennet was the mold. He will have a Championship in Heaven. Thoughts and prayers to the family. Doug and Arta

Condolence From Roxie Gordinier Davis

Sun, 14 Jan 2018 15:01:30 EST

I"m so sorry Mrs. Pat and Cathy for your loss of Coach Bennet. He was a great man,I always felt so honored to be able to know him as a friend of our family. May God grant you peace and comfort in this hard time.

Condolence From Peggy Castleman

Sat, 13 Jan 2018 20:26:32 EST

I am so proud of the life you have lead. God truely had a purpose for you. I love you, and will see again. Sis Peg.

Condolence From Charlie Self

Sat, 13 Jan 2018 10:00:28 EST

To: Coach Bennett’s Family Coach Bennett was a fine man and a good example for many generations of Palatka youth. I was one of those and appreciate his concern and guidance for me and my classmates. Take solace in knowing that he made a difference and he will be missed.

Condolence From Nancy Stricklin Lehde

Fri, 12 Jan 2018 20:29:31 EST

Dear Pat and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Mom and Dad thought the world of Billy. After I left Palatka, they would keep me up to date on him and the wonderful things he accomplished in Palatka athletics. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this most difficult time. Nancy Stricklin Lehde

Condolence From Judy and Bill Torode

Fri, 12 Jan 2018 20:26:08 EST

Forever in my heart. You have won the "World Championship", now you walk onto that Golden Field we talked about so many times. My heart and thoughts are with Ms. Pat, Cathy and family during this sad, sad time for so many lives he touched.

Condolence From Mike Cooper

Fri, 12 Jan 2018 19:57:41 EST

Dear Mrs. Bennett: Like it or not can’t call you Pat, the same way I couldn’t call Coach, Billy. Even though he asked me too many times. You will always be Mrs. Bennett and he Coach. First meet Coach in 1959 when I started High School, had him for four years of Physical Ed and 2 ½ years of Varsity Football. Think it was the Summer of 1960 and you and Coach were building a New House. Coach got me a job with Kenny Thompkins Dad who was laying the concert block for your house. Hardest job I ever had. Like working out with weights for eight hours per day. Coach would come by few times per day and laugh as I was just about beat by 10:00 break time ever day. Looking back think he got me the job to keep me in shape for the summer. You and Coach always came to every Class Reunion my Class ever had. Always remembered everybody’s name. When my friend Richard Bobbitt got sick he went with me to Crescent City to see Richard and came to the Wake we had for Richard. Got so many memories of Football, most funny, but most you would have to have been there type stuff. I am sure he is in Heaven tonight and talking with all his boy’s that went before him. I am glad to have had him as a Teacher, Coach and Friend. Love you and loved Him. Mike Cooper, Class 62 Princeton, TX

Condolence From Nita Tilghman Durham

Fri, 12 Jan 2018 19:04:56 EST

Dearest Pat, What a great loss for those many, many people who loved your husband Billy! It sounds as though he was ill for a long time so I know it has to be a relief for you to know that he has gone from the land of the dying to the land of the living and that he is no longer in pain. You and Billy were a special part of my life and I am so grateful for the love and support you always were to me. Even after Fritchy and I divorced I still knew you cared. You were like family for many years. Thank you for that! The two of you led a life that challenged and inspired all of us to be the best we could be and to treat our fellow human beings with love and respect. It has been a joy to read of all that Billy accomplished in Palatka with countless youth and so many others. He made us proud! I pray for your comfort and encouragement in these hard days. May you feel our prayers and the love and grace of the One who knows and loves you best. With much love, Nita

Condolence From Bob & Louise Osteen

Fri, 12 Jan 2018 18:26:38 EST

Dear Pat and family Please accept our prayers for God’s peace and comfort in the days ahead! Coach was such a kind, caring man that will be greatly missed". Bob and Louise Osteen Conroe, Tx

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Fri, 12 Jan 2018 02:52:36 EST