This is Cameron once again. These three years have been one of the hardest challenges of my life, but I know everything happens for a reason. This part of my life has taught me to love and appreciate things more, and ive become more connected with life. This has taught me that time is short and you should always spend your time wisely. I really do miss my father with every part of my heart, I hope you are doing well dad. I love you.

It’s me Cameron again I just wanted to say never take your time with people you love granted because you don’t know when is the last time you can see or hear their voice again,But dad sorry I was never there when you needed me I wish I could’ve helped you more with food,medicine,and reminding you about important things . I really really miss you everyday Dad Me,Carter,Karsen,McKinley,TeTe,And Nichole all Miss you very much.But all I want to say is sorry I wasn’t always there to take care of you and I deeply regret not being there for you sometimes but I’m glad all the pain and suffering is gone for you and now you get to see Grandma,Grandpa and Tommy again and one day you’ll be able to see your kids again face to face. Sincerely your youngest Cameron Mitchell Keanu Culala

Beautifully expressed Carter and I know your dad can hear you. He obviously did his job because you got it. So often we don’t get our lessons in the timing that is right, but getting the lesson no matter the timing is what’s important. He left you with a great example to follow and it sounds like you are♥️

Words cannot explain how much I miss you dad, I wasn't the best son, but I'm doing so much better now and I've improved so much. I regret not helping you enough and being a troubled kid. you're death has taught me a lot. I wish i could rewind time and be the son you wanted me to be while you were here. I know you're rocking out to your oldies and you're surrounded my friends and loved ones in heaven. I'll see you at the gates, you better be waiting for me there. My old man, thank you for being the best father you could be, I couldn't of asked for a better dad and I wish i didn't take the time we had together for granted. You're on my mind 24/7 of every second, minute, hour, of every day, month and year. Keep looking over all of your family, friends, and me. We will all see you again someday. I love you old man, words can't describe it. I hope you're proud of how far I've come. I miss your 10 minute voice mails and sitting with you watching TV but, I could of done more. I could of helped improve your health, I could of gotten you help and support. I didn't do my part and I'm sorry. The last time I saw you I was heart broken and, I wanted you to go because I know all of the pain you were going through. You couldn't even talk to me or hold my hand. You promised me before you died you'd come to one of my soccer games. I wish you could of seen me score the game winning goal for you. All I do and accomplish is for you and I can promise a lot of goals for you. I cry a lot because I can't see or hear your voice and, I don't like looking at pictures because it makes me burst out with tears. I will never forget everything you did. You tried your best in every situation and I wish i could repay you for everything you did heck, maybe I could of gotten you your purple Porsche. Keep rocking on for me. I love you. 
Sincerely,
Your Son Carter Joseph Kameha Culala.

Ben was such a fine man and a good one. His children were so blessed to have such a dedicated father and friend. I knew him from high school and remember his kindness and gentle heart. You are missed gentle Ben.....

It’s been too long without you here on earth,Dad I wish I could sit on the couch with you for one last time and watch some law and order and sip on some coca colas but the good thing is one day I’ll be seeing you again in heaven and we can play a whole bunch of sports together and do whatever.But I do miss you everyday but this has taught me something not everything goes good in life but after all the hard times there will always be more good memories along the way.So Dad I miss you and one day when I pass away You’ll be the first person I’m looking for so be prepared 

I had many years of serving Ben at Raley’s. He was always a gentleman with a spark of sass! His love for his family he wore proudly on his sleeve. Thank you for the memories, may God bless you and keep you. 
All my love, Tracy Cole

Some people live a lifetime And when They exit leave a few Memories behind. Others, who have touched so many lives leave a legacy.  That was Our sweet Ben. His kindness and gentle spirit left traces of his Quiet strength and  loving nature With so many. Classmates he had known  60 years ago,  Students he had taught and mentored ,so many of which have commented on how he helped them through difficult times and to see their own path and how to navigate it. His brothers from Vietnam with whom he shared a special bond and most of all his children ,who were blessed to have a father so caring and supportive and gave them a very good start  through his example of love  and living an authentic life.  As he is laid to rest tomorrow there will be a lot of love that goes with him. And there will be a lot of his love left behind   Rest In Peace Sweet Ben  I will meet you on the beach some day♥️  Judith

I was glad to have him coach my youngest son Steven in golf at THS. Those were some of my son's best memories.

Ben- 
We shared some exciting and memorable times in 37 Scence. We were young, but no one told us 'it couldn't be done'.

Two Purple hearts. Years of teaching strong values to so many young people. A sincere commitment to 'Service'.

And 6 wonderful children that bare your respected name.

Proud to have known you, and shared a bit of your great life.

Leigh
 

We came to know Ben as a neighbor on Merritt Street many years ago.  He was a kind and gentle man, who went out of his way to make a difference in the lives of all those he met.  We were sorry to see him leave our block when he bought a larger home for his growing family.  However,  upon moving from "the neighborhood" to a newer area of town, our doorbell rang unexpectedly within the first few weeks of our relocation; lo and behold, there was Ben standing at our door to welcome us to the new neighborhood!  Apparently, we had moved to a house that was just two blocks from his new home,  We remember Ben as a man with a good heart.  May he Rest In Peace.


I knew Bennie since high school. He was in the class right after mine. He showed up briefly at our 50th reunion by surprise and told me how much he loved my brother John who had passed a few years prior. I will never forget his thoughtfulness. His was a life well-lived 

My father is the most genuine, kind, caring, influential, and overall the definition of what a parent should be. My father has always been there for me. Through my mental health issues, my drug addiction, and my destructive habits, he has never given up on me. He taught me how to treasure family, and how to love with all of my heart. Not only was he a teacher for a job, he was my personal teacher from day 1. He was not only a musician, he was my jukebox to cheer me up when life had me down. He was not only MY dad, but a father to my siblings, and a father figure to my own sons when their father was absent. He lived through many trials, but he lived through it all to be an inspiration to many people. I literally had promised myself I couldn't go on living without my dad, but I had the drive in me to continue living, and to try to better myself. For thats the last promise I had made to him...was that I wasn't gonna give up.

AVIS DE DÉCÈS

Benjamin J. Culala Jr.

16 juin 1947 – 21 septembre 2020

Whitehurst-Norton-Dias Funeral Service

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