The passing of Edward Ray Benner Sr. of Lynn Haven, Florida leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on September 15, 2025 at the age of 72. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Edward Ray Benner Sr. to show support.
He was predeceased by: his father Ellsworth Ray Benner; and his father-in-law Charles Grayson. He is survived by: his mother Joanne Benner; his wife Kathy; his children, Laurie Gunder (Keith) and Ray Benner; his grandchildren, Brittney Combs (Jordan), Kayla Harvell (Chris), Shelby Farmer (Justin), Ashtyn, Tilley, Kamdyn and Londyn Benner; his great grandchildren, Lilly, Gracie Harvell and Joseph Annichino; his mother-in-law Anne Grayson; his siblings, Becky Knold, Scott Benner (Cindy), Cheryl Acord (Bob), Andy Benner (Michelle) and Wrayjean Lounsbury (Jim); his siblings-in-law, Marsha McKenzie (Pat) and Chuck Grayson (Barbara); and his caregiver Shelley. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, September 21st 2025 at 2:00 PM at the Forest Park Church (1401 W 23rd St, Panama City, FL 32405). A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, September 21st 2025 at 3:00 PM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to Forest Park Church in memory of Ed.