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John Henry Bentley

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Birth	:	1 Feb 1924 Broadwater, Morrill County, Nebraska, USA
Death	:	5 Nov 2021 Bridgeport, Morrill County, Nebraska, USA
Burial	:	Oregon Trail Memorial Park Cemetery, Bridgeport, Morrill County, USA
Coordinate	:	41.6699982, -103.1449966
Description	:	John Henry Bentley November 5, 2021 John H. Bentley, passed away peacefully at the Morrill County Hospital at the age of 97 years young. A memorial service will be held at the First Baptist Church on November 15 at 10:30 a.m. with Pastor Ray Cook officiating. Burial will be at the Oregon Trail Memorial Cemetery following the service. Bridgeport Memorial Chapel is assisting the family with services. John was born February 1, 1924 at Broadwater, NE to Albert and Gladys (Jackson) Bentley, one of 13 children. He farmed with his father in the Broadwater area for a few years. On... Read More	John Henry Bentley November 5, 2021 John H. Bentley, passed away peacefully at the Morrill County Hospital at the age of 97 years young. A memorial service will be held at the First Baptist Church on November 15 at 10:30 a.m. with Pastor Ray Cook officiating. Burial will be at the Oregon Trail Memorial Cemetery following the service. Bridgeport Memorial Chapel is assisting the family with services. John was born February 1, 1924 at Broadwater, NE to Albert and Gladys (Jackson) Bentley, one of 13 children. He farmed with his father in the Broadwater area for a few years. On Feb. 27, 1945 Leona Friend married John H. Bentley, the love of his life and best friend at the First Baptist Church in Bridgeport. A union that lasted 71+ years. The couple farmed and ranched throughout Morrill County. John worked as a mechanic for Woznick John Deere as well as delivery driver for NTC. He served as the maintenance man for the Scotts Bluff and Bridgeport Housing Authorities for 20+ years. John enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family. He loved spending time with his grandkids, great-grandkids and great-great granddaughter. He enjoyed life, boating, camping, gambling trips with his Leona and family. He made many memories baking their "Special" Christmas cookies and candy, churning homemade ice cream, having Sunday family dinners and helping organize the huge Bentley family picnics. John was active in the First Baptist church, serving as an elder and deacon. He pulled many a Baptist youth at the Bridgeport Lake for their water-skiing youth group activities. John lived a Christian life by example he was a quiet, gentle soul, committed man of faith who had the patience of a saint. He and Leona are waltzing across heaven with family and friends. He was a special man, we miss him dearly! John is survived by his sons, Dick (Nancy) Bentley, Gering and Rick Bentley, Gering, 5 grandchildren Nichole (Brett) Schnieder, Coppell, Texas; Jon (Teresa) Bentley, Scottsbluff; Robert (Mandie) Bentley, Mitchell; Cara (Eric) Breazeale, Cheyenne, WY; Becky (Abe) Adams, Scottsbluff; 16 great-grandchildren: Trenton, Tandon, Ashley (Brett), Jaylan, Liam, Cooper, Cash, Cody, Trinity, Mitchell (Alma), Zac, Brayden, Jackson, Kaylee, Natalee and Emilee. Great-great granddaughter Ella Grace, Sister-in-laws: Elva Wylie, Everett, Washington; Reatha Bentley, Bridgeport; nieces, nephews, and extended family members. John was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Leona, parents, brothers Junior, Myrl, Ned, Darrell, Ronald, Marvin, Dean and Gene; and sisters Wilma Waggerby, Ruby Watson, Dorothy Watson, Hilda Widener, and Addie Berry. John left us beautiful memories. His love is still our guide. And although we cannot see him, he's always at our side. Published by The Star-Herald on Nov. 9, 2021.

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John Henry Bentley's memorial is located at: Oregon Trail Memorial Park Cemetery, Bridgeport, Morrill County, USA.
When did John Henry Bentley death?
John Henry Bentley death on 5 Nov 2021 in Bridgeport, Morrill County, Nebraska, USA
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Latitude: 41.6699982
Longitude: -103.1449966

Family Members:

Parent

Albert Earl Bentley

(1893 - 1989)

Gladys Pearl Jackson Bentley

(1895 - 1962)

Spouse

Leona Belle Friend Bentley

(1923 - 2016)

Siblings

Wilma Bentley Waggerby

(1914 - 1984)

Ruby G Bentley Watson

(1918 - 1995)

Albert Earl Bentley

(1920 - 1991)

Hilda Ilene Bentley Widener

(1921 - 2009)

Myrl J Bentley

(1926 - 1999)

Adda Marie Bentley Berry

(1928 - 2013)

Marvin Dale Bentley

(1930 - 2015)

Ronald Ray Bentley

(1937 - 1941)

Ned Martin Bentley

(1939 - 1980)

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