Jayne Martin Bennett

HENDERSON-Jayne Martin Bennett, age 53, a resident of 3599 Hicksboro Road, died suddenly Saturday, August 31, 2013, at her home.Born on October 14, 1959 in Vance County, she was the daughter of Dorothy Dickerson Martin of Henderson and the late Vernon Martin; granddaughter of the late Rosetta Dickerson Hoyle and Eugene Dickerson.She was a medically retired nurse at Kerr Lake Nursing & Rehab where she worked for 15 years, and was a member of Island Creek Baptist Church.
In addition to her mother, she is survived by her loving husband of more than 36 years, Leonard Wayne Bennett of the home; one daughter, Tina B. Ellis and husband, James of Goldsboro; one son, Jonathan Bennett and wife, Stephanie of Henderson; two sisters, Libby M. Gutshall and Judy M. Thomas of Henderson; three beloved grandchildren, Mallory Bennett, Tanner Bennett, and Tyler Cain, who were the apple of her eye; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews
Jayne leaves behind precious memories to each and every one of her family members and truly lived for helping people.Her ability to help and care for everyone will be sorely missed.In the past few years she suffered from Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) but it didnt change her outlook on life.She graced each day with a positive attitude and a smile.
Memorial services will be held Wednesday, September 4, 2013 at 11 am in the J. M. White Funeral Home Chapel by the Rev. Marshall Neathery.
The family will receive friends immediately following the service on Wednesday at J. M. White Funeral Home.At other times they will be at the home of her mother, Dorothy Dickerson Martinat 699 Mabry Mill Road.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to an organization she held dear to her heart, the Vance County Relay For Life, PO Box 914, Henderson, NC27536 or the Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Foundation (COPD), 20 F Street NW, Suite 200 A, Washington, DC 20001..
Arrangements are by J.M. White Funeral Home.