O.A Juanita "Nita" Bennett born November 7th 1948. Passed away at home on July 24th 2024 peacefully and surrounded by loved ones. Daughter of Oliver Winslow Gilliam and Osa Alice Weller Gilliam. Married to John Bennett in Kennett on May 29th 1976.

Nita dedicated her life to her husband, children and grandchildren, along with helping raise many nieces, nephews and family friends. She was the peace and glue that held the family together in her strong Christian belief and faith. She was loved by all that knew her and carried a special place in her heart for everyone.

She was proceeded in death by both parents and all 14 brothers and sisters. Al, Earl, WM, Barbara, Loretta, Sue, Rose, Alvin, Edward, Billie Jean, Pat, JL, RL and Little Sister. She is survived by husband John Bennett of Senath, Mo. Son John "Tony" Bennett Jr. (wife Tricia Bennett).Daughters Kim Phileman (husband Tony)of Denver CO. Media Martin (husband Billy) of Kennett, Mo. Christy McDaniel (Husband Carl) of Senath, MO and Brandy Tingle of Senath, MO. 11 Grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren and so many other family and friends.

Pall Bearers
Airik Torres-Cruz
David Bennett
Jimmy Bennett
Mike Bennett
Walter Bennett
Ben Butler
Honorary Pall Bearers
Larry Gilliam
Leonard Nixon

Song service by Gary French singing God on the mountain.

Services will be held at McDaniel Funeral home in Senath, MO on Saturday July the 27th, 11:00 am and lead by Nita's grandson, Airik Torres-Cruz

The visitation will begin at 9:30 and continue until service time at 11:00 AM.

. There will be fellowship immediately following grave side services at the Community Center in Senath MO

McDaniel Funeral and Cremation of Senath, Missouri will be in charge of the arrangements.