Jerry Lee Bentley, 64, of Wooster passed away Monday, November 14, 2022 at his residence.
He was born February 10, 1958 in Wooster to Paul and Clady (Henderson) Bentley.
Jerry enjoyed working as a carpenter. He loved playing cards and throwing dice with his friends. Jerry was a great storyteller. He loved treasure hunting. Jerry will be remembered for playing his harmonica, being easy-going and living life on his own terms.
He is survived by his children Cherish Schwarz of Canton, Jerry (Kristin) Bentley of Wooster, Lacy Bentley of Shreve and Chelsey (Matteo) Bentley of Holmesville; sisters Betty McMullon and Pam Richards; grandchildren Junior, Breyden, Bryer, Jackson and Rainah; longtime friends Marc DeWitt and Ronnie Stone.
Jerry was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers Sammy Bentley and Mike Bentley
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Contributions may be made to “Benefit Account by Chelsey Bentley and/or Cherish Schwarz” at any local Commercial & Savings Bank.
McIntire, Bradham & Sleek Funeral Home, 216 E. Larwill St., Wooster is assisting the family.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.mcintirebradhamsleek.com
“BENTLEY BOYZ FOR LIFE”
To Jerry, Kristin, Breyden, Bryer and Jackson. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Hugs,
your friends, Dave, Christina and Gavin
You will be missed, no matter where we ran into each other you were you! You would have given ” the shirt off your back” because that’s who you were. On behalf of “Uncle Johnny and Aunt Barb Henderson’s family Rest In Peace!
Marty Henderson
Oh the stories we could share! Uncle Jerry was quit the character! Also telling stories and making jokes! Smart and witty! My grandma Clady told me a story once that my mom and her went somewhere and they left me with uncle Jerry for him to babysit me. I was 4 years old. My grandma said when they returned they found me running around giggling n laughing non stop just running from wall to wall in the living room- uncle Jerry had given me a candy bar and a can of beer with a straw in it. To hear my grandma Clady tell that story and see Jerry’s face as he grinned and shrugged his shoulders. LOL I WILL MISS YOU UNCLE JERRY, until we meet again on the other side of the veil, find rest n peace! LUV YOUR NIECE “CARMI”
Always called him Bentley,our prayers go out to his lovely kids,Russ and I have known him forever an it was so sad to hear of this. May you rest in peace. God bless the family
Will miss you Jerry…I’m so glad we got back in touch the couple of weeks we had were good…you always wanted to come to Butcher Holler…and you knew you were welcome anytime….wish you had made it down…Tim and I will miss you much…
I’m so sry!! I just heard of Bentley passing. I loved him he was a very special guy. When my son first saw him. He was called pappaw. And that was his name from that moment. He knew how to make me laugh and always had a hug to give. He will be missed !!!