Oneita Marie Benningfield: April 28, 1923 – September 19, 2019

Oneita Marie Benningfield went to be with the Lord on Thursday morning September 19, 2019 at an age of 96.

She was born in Nevada, Texas on April 28, 1923 to Lloyd & Lillian Jones. She was one of ten children and was preceded in death by her parents and eight siblings. She is survived by her husband of 57 years Wilbur Benningfield of Jacksonville, one sister Linda Saling and husband Larry of Kaufman, six children including Jerry Lovelace and wife Danna of South Lake, Don Lovelace and wife Patty of Denton, Sandra Wilbanks and husband Darrel of Carrollton, Connie Harmon and husband Larry of Tyler, Belinda Burks and husband Kevin of Rowlett, Greta Aston of Quinlan, 13 Grandchildren, 13 Great Grandchildren and 2 Great, Great Grandchildren.

She lived in various places but spent most of her adult life in Dallas and Jacksonville, Texas. She worked in various office jobs before becoming a full time pastor’s wife. She loved serving the Lord, studying the bible and spending time with her family. She had a deep faith and spent much time in prayer for those in need. Her joyous presence will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Many lives were touched by hers.

Donations may be made to First Baptist Church, Jacksonville, Texas or the charity of your choice.