Jerry Larue Benson was born December 27th, 1955 in Victoria, Tx. He was the only child to Mr. James Benson and Mildred Bowden. While he attended Elementary School in Victoria, he enjoyed Summers in Houston with his grandmothers. After a few years, Jerry and his mother moved to Houston’s Third Ward. They finally settled in their Sunnyside Home when Jerry was 12 years old. He attended Cullen Middle School and Graduated from Evan E. Worthing Senior High. Jerry Loved Basketball and spent time playing Basketball and watching on TV. Shortly after moving to Sunnyside, he met Deborah Kay Wooldridge.
In 1974, Jerry enlisted in the United States Army to serve in the Vietnam War. He completed Basic Training in South Carolina and was then stationed in Fort Hood, TX. On August 16th, 1975, Jerry and Deborah were married and they soon moved to Killeen, TX where Jerry completed his time in the US Army. They return to Houston and settled into life, becoming parents, and community member. They became active members of Evangelist Temple Church of God in Christ. Jerry served God faithfully in many ministries such as the Deacon Board, Young Men Christian Council, Sanctuary and Mass Choir as well as Pastor Assistant.
Jerry worked in several areas and at times held multiple jobs to provide for his family. He worked for the City of Houston Water Maintenance Department, Southwestern Bell Telephone Company, Mrs. Baird Bakery, Burlington Coat Factory, and The Houston Chronicle. He received several awards for his work in Sales at Burlington and Mrs. Bairds.
As Jerry enjoyed the journey of Life, he continued to raise his family in the ways of Christ. The family joined Lakewood Church. Jerry again became active in the choir as well as other auxiliaries. Around 2004 Jerry Joined United Bible Fellowship Ministries, where he served until, he was no longer physically able. At UBFM, Jerry was an active member of the Men In Action, Praise Team, Pastoral Aid and was elevated to Elder Deacon.
Jerry was a quiet, easygoing, and funny person. He loved his family and helping people but most of all He Loved God and the Word of God. In June of 2020 Jerry became ill with COVID 19. He was hospitalized and fought hard to recover. On Thursday, July 16th, 2020 at 8:00am. Angels rejoiced in Heaven as he made his transition from Earth to Heaven. He was preceded in death by his parents, UC”Gilbert” & Mildred Tenasse . He leaves to cherish his memories His Father James Benson (Victoria, TX) his wife, Deborah K. Benson, His Five daughters: Avryl Chante Scott (Aundre), Jeri Larue Benson (Adrian), Alveza Jeanne Benson, Jeanetta Marie Denman (Eric) & Kimberly Michelle Ishmon-Brown (Michael). His Aunt Elsie Spruill (San Diego, CA) and his grandchildren. { Nehemiah Benson, Shaila Denman, Kalani Benson, Naomi Denman, Josiah Benson, Jaykwan Ishmon-Brown, & Journee Benson} As well as a host of other relative and friends.
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