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June 9, 1955 
Sunset 
February 23, 2002 
1:00 P.M. 
St. John Missionary Baptist Church 
Claxton, Georgia 
Saturday, March 2, 2002 
Rev. Stanford Anderson, Eulogist 
Rev. Delmus Mosley, Presiding 
Interment - Historic Mt. Pleasant Cemetery 
Professional Services Entrusted to: 
Harper's Funeral Home 
Claxton, Georgia 
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Deacon Stevenson Stevie Benjamin was born June 9, 1955 to Rev. 
James Benjamin, Sr. and the late Juanita Jones Benjamin in Claxton, 
Georgia. On February 23, 2002 he peacefully made his transition 
into Life Everlasting and Christian Victory was declared 
following a sudden illness. 
Stevie attended the local schools and graduated from Claxton High 
School in 1973. His faith and love of God were manifested when he 
chose to follow His path by uniting with St. John Missionary Baptist 
Church and later aspired to and became a working Deacon in the 
church. 
Stevie married Brenda Gail Smith on September 20, 1980, and of 
that union produced Tulea Monique born on December 12, 1983. 
He was a member of the Vidalia District Sons of Allen for several 
years. He served as a diligent worker at Evans County Food Bank. 
He served as Vice Chairman of the Deacon Ministry. Stevies life 
was a testament of his stewardship in service for the Lord. His 
selfless giving to others and numerous and countless ACTS OF 
KINDNESS will be long remembered after his passing. 
He leaves to cherish his memory; his beloved wife, Brenda; a 
beloved daughter, Tulea; six brothers, James Benjamin, Jr. (Marilyn) 
of Orlando, FL, Johnny L. Benjamin (Barbara Ann) of Reidsville, 
GA, Robert E. Benjamin of Claxton, GA, Barto Benjamin 
(Ernistene) of Hinesville, GA, Larry Benjamin of Leland, NC and 
Gregory Benjamin (Lisa) of Stockbridge, GA; four sisters, Jackie 
Benjamin of Claxton, GA, Catherine Grant of Kingsland, GA, Carol 
Benjamin Parker (Hilard) of Hampton, GA and Juanita Cordia 
Benjamin Parker (Ratford) of Albany, GA; one sister-in-law, 
Kimberly Smith of Reidsville, GA; father-in-law, Roscoe Smith; 
mother-in-law, Dorothy Smith; uncles. Rev. Lloyd B. Jones 
(Thelma), Rev. Lee Jones (Wilma), Artis Mincey (Dorothy), Delmar 
Mincey (Eva) and Robert Louis Smith; aunts, Lueretha Tillman, Nita 
Bell Baker, Blanche Young, Trudie Mae Mallette and Hazel 
Benjamin; numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, 
countless cousins, friends and acquaintances. 
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Processional and Final Viewing (Family Only)..Director & Staff 
Harpers Funeral Home 
Prayer of Comfort........................Rev. L. Perry McNeal 
Selection...............................................Choir 
Scriptural Readings 
Old Testament.............................Sis. Janet Fischer 
New Testament..................................Supt. Eddie Mincey 
Resolution - St. John M.B.C..........Sis. Gwendolyn Strickland 
Remarks..................................Dea. Julius C. Banks 
Bro. C. L. Bailey 
Poem - Read by the Author................Sis. Mamie Lee Moore 
Solo.............................................Sis. Patricia Blount 
Acknowledgments....................................Sis. Teresa Mincey 
Obituary.........................................Read Silently 
Selection...............................................Choir 
Eulogy.................................Rev. Stanford Anderson 
Recessional 
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St. John Baptist Church Deacon Board 
Jewel Jones Harold Jones 
Roy Lee B enj amin Toney B enj amin 
Darvin Benjamin 
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Class of 1973 and Friends 
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Perhaps you sent a lovely card, or sat quietly in a chair. 
Perhaps you sent a funeral spray, if so we saw it there. Perhaps 
you spoke the kindest words, as any friend could say ; perhaps you 
were not there at all, just thought of us that day. Whatever you 
did to console our hearts, we thank you so much whatever the 
part. 
Bernice Jackson 
Donell Benjamin 
Darrell Campbell 
The Family 
To My Family 
I Am Now In Heaven 
I am now in Heaven, 
The gates have opened wide, 
Aid now I have the privilege of walking by his side 
The angel choir is singing, and the music is so sweet; 
Ill join them just as soon as I have worshipped at His feet. 
I am now in Heaven, 
The blood washed thong is here, 
I recognize a lot of them. Theres not a single tear. 
Theres joy beyond description and reunions by the score; 
Therell be no separations. For well be here ever more. 
I am now in Heaven, 
Please wipe away your tears. 
Ive fought the battle, run the race. Im rid of all my fears. 
There is no pain or sorrow here. The heartaches are now past; 
Ive read and sung of Heaven, and now Im here at last! 
I am now in Heaven 
And Oh, the place is grand! 
No one could ever tell me all the beauties of this land. 
Since I cannot describe it, youll have to come and see 
That it was worth the trials 
To live here eternally! 
Mr. ancCMrs. James 3-f. Melson Ms. y'Conne Jfodges Kev. Craig 'R. TremBCe 
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