Bennett Austin “Ben” Hurt, age 84, passed away on Monday evening, August 27, 2018, at his home. Mr. Hurt was the son of the late Arthur Bennett and Mabel Austin Hurt. He was also preceded in death by two sisters. Ben is survived by his wife of 66 years, Lois Walker Hurt; son and daughter in law, Ben Hurt, Jr and Jenny; daughter and son in law, Debra and Phillip Williams; 9 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. Graveside services with Military Honors to celebrate Mr. Hurt will be at Three O’clock the afternoon of Friday, August 31, 2018 at Roselawn Memorial Gardens with Gary Pyatt officiating. Mr. Hurt was retired from the United States Air Force with much of his service being during the Vietnam War. He received numerous awards and medals, including the Distinguished Flying Cross. Among his many duties during his service, he was a C-130 Gunship Flight Engineer. Following his career in the Air Force, he and Lois owned and operated Ben’s Pond Company. He found great joy in building fish ponds for people at their home or business. He and Lois attended Family Worship Center until his health made it difficult to attend regularly. To leave thoughts or memories, please visit www.roselawnfh.com. Following the graveside service, the family will return into Roselawn Funeral Home for a time of fellowship with those able to attend. Roselawn Funeral Home, 5350 NW Broad Street, Murfreesboro, TN 37129, 615-893-2742.
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