Russell H. Benard Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Russell H. Benard of Erwin, Tennessee, born in Brownsville, Tennessee, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on July 23, 2024 at the age of 80. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Howard Jetson Benard and Bessie Mae Privitte Benard; and his siblings, Jimmie Benard, Peggie Sencebaugh, George Benard and Betty Temple.
He is survived by: his wife Deborah Hutto Benard; his children, Heather Benard Conner (Ricky) and Matthew "Justin" Benard (Hollie); his mother-in-law Annette Hutto Brown; his siblings, Barbara Seaton (Tim), Jackie Benard (Sun Hwa) and Ruby Ford; and his brother-in-law Jonathan "Mike" Hutto (Leslie). He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
