Ronceverte – Our dear momma, Dolores Jean Honaker Bennett, passed away at her home, at the age of 85, in Ronceverte on Saturday, June 24, 2023, where she was lovingly cared for by her grandson, Evan and his wife, Kendra.
Dolores was born in Caldwell to Virgil and Mary Honaker, May 27, 1938.
She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Orlie Bennett; and siblings, Robert Honaker, Charles Honaker, Edward Honaker, Helen Mann, Gary Honaker, and James Honaker.
She was a wonderful mother not only to her three girls but to many who called her Mom and Mawmaw over the years. She enjoyed yard sales, going to the beach, and road trips but mostly she loved her family.
She is survived by three daughters, Shari Ellison of Chesterfield, VA, Donna Beavers of Ronceverte, and Tina Wingard (Thomas) of Delray Beach, FL; grandchildren, Tara Stewart, Hayley Brown, Hannah Haynes, Elijah Haynes, Kayla Weber, Brandy Barnes, Evan Beavers, Savannah Beavers and Dawson Beavers, along with 10 great-grandchildren; and two brothers, Bobby and Wayne Honaker, both of Montvale, VA.
Viewing was on Tuesday evening, June 27, at Wallace & Wallace Funeral Home, Lewisburg. Funeral service was held on Wednesday, June 28 at the funeral home. Burial followed in Adwell Cemetery. Family and friends gathered at her home after the funeral.
Wallace & Wallace Funeral Home in Lewisburg is in charge of arrangements. Please send online condolences by visiting www.WallaceandWallaceFH.com
