Benjamin Franklin Artis Obituary

Name: Funeral service
Start: 2025-04-11T22:00:00
End: 2025-04-12T00:00:00
Location: Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Benjamin Franklin Artis of Hampton, Virginia, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on April 6, 2025 at the age of 92. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In the vast expanse of eternity, may Benjamin Franklin find peace everlasting, cradled in the gentle embrace of the universe. And as we stand on the shores of remembrance, may his legacy inspire us to live each day with purpose, passion, and profound gratitude for the gift of life itself.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Madie Reid and John Artis. He is survived by: his sons, Lee, Benjamin and Marlon Artis; his brother Mal Reid Jr.; and his sister-in-law Helen Reid (Joyce Reid). He is also survived by cousins, nephews, nieces, and other loving relatives and friends.

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Apr 11

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Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home
2551 N Armistead Ave, Hampton, VA 23666

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Apr 12

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Parklawn Memorial Park
2551 N Armistead Ave, Hampton, VA 23666

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