Katie Hickman Bennett Obituary in New Bern at Oscar's Mortuary, Inc.

Obituary For Katie Hickman Bennett

Katie Beatrice Hickman Bennett, 96, of New Bern, passed Monday, November 14, 2022 at CarolinaEast Medical Center.

Viewing hours are Saturday 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Oscar's Mortuary.

Her service is 11:00 AM, Sunday, November 20, 2022 at Green Chapel M. B. Church. The interment will follow at the Hickman Hill Family Cemetery.

She is survived by her son, Willie Roe Bennett, New Bern; daughter, Ella Bennett Cunningham, Concord, NC; brother, Leroy Cox, Beaufort, NC; three grandchildren.

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🙏🏽💕Our sincere condolences 💐to the family of the late ~Mother Katie Hickman Bennette~ Marie, Brother, grand children. You have our prayers and heartfelt love of Christ Jesus our Lord resting upon you. Always remember He's (GOD) is only a pray 🤲🏼 🙏🏽away. We love you. Mother Bennette was truly a friend of mine. We admire her strength, her endurance, and love for God. Mother Bennette, take your rest. In. Jesus. Now. Evangelist Belin-Reese

During this silence time peace, and graceful prayers To your family, precious lord take thy in time of grieving and sorrow, take thee to a peaceful place to rest and yearn the power of the Father, the Son and Holy Spirit ... with love Ms. Glover

There are no words for the legacy Cousin Katie has left on our family. Her shining personality will live on in our hearts. Our family will not be the same without her. I know we will find comfort in each other and we'll get through this together. Pandora Chapman Kennedy an Family

There are no words for the legacy Cousin Katie has left on our family. Her shining personality will live on in our hearts. Our family will not be the same without her. I know we will find comfort in each other and we'll get through this together.

My prayers are with you family. Let the memories of Cousin Katie be a source of comfort. I will never forget her Hallelujah praises that rang throughout Green Chapel. Truly one of the great pioneers of the Church. Such a classy lady. Mary Hickman Jackson & Family - Raleigh, NC

Our hearts go out to you and the Bennett family. Although they are no words to say, we want you to know that we are with you in thought and wish you comfort and peace as you remember your mother. May God grant you his peace and understanding.
Lila Faye Godette and Family

Our Deepest and Sincere Condolences to the family on the loss of your loved one. May God continue to keep you in his care.
Larry Alston and Tammie Alston Finch, Wilson NC