Obituary – Benjie Wagoner
Sunday, December 29, 2024

Benjie Joe Wagoner, 44, of Bethel Springs, Tennessee, passed away on December 25, 2024. Born on April 29, 1980, to Billy Joe Wagoner and Joyce Wagoner, Benjie was a devoted son, father, and friend whose life was defined by his love for horses, his family, and his unwavering faith.
A lifelong resident of Bethel Springs, Benjie was known for his skill and passion as a horse trainer, a craft he dedicated himself to wholeheartedly. He loved spending time in the stables, working with horses, and sharing his enthusiasm with others. When he wasn’t training, Benjie could often be found working on his motorcycle, another passion of his, or enjoying precious moments with his beloved family.
He is survived by his loving mother, Joyce Wagoner; his children, Kaila Deaton (Will), Mallory Gann (Tyler), Emily Hill (Rob), Haley Wagoner, Ashley Wagoner, and Caleb Wagoner; his sisters, Kim Kiestler (Mike) and Amy Martin; and his cherished grandchildren, nephews, and nieces, including Slayden Gann, Hunter Kiestler (Robin), Hayden Kiestler (Kendall), Jordan Martin, and Hannah Crabb (Dylan).
Benjie is preceded in death by his father, Billy Joe Wagoner, whose memory he held dear throughout his life.
Funeral services celebrating Benjie’s life will be held on Saturday, December 28, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at Mt. Gilead Baptist Church, 6185 Rowsey School Road, Bethel Springs, TN. Visitation will take place prior to the service, beginning at 9:00 a.m. and continuing until the service begins.
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