Johnnie Ray Bennett age 66, of Florala, AL passed away unexpectedly at his home on Sunday, April 19, 2020. He retired from the Department of Corrections after 25 years of service. He was active duty in the United States Army for 6 years and retired from the Alabama Army National Guard after 20 plus years.

Johnnie loved his Grandchildren and the Auburn Tigers. He enjoyed spending time at the river with his family and reminiscing about his military days. He loved reading as many books as he could find, and watching old westerns, especially with John Wayne.

Johnnie was preceded in death by his parents, John L. and Beulah Bennett. He is survived by wife of 31 years, Debra Bennett, children, Jessica and husband Shaun Kidd of Florala, Caleb Davidson and wife Jennifer of Florala, and Casey Davidson of Florala. He also leaves behind Sister, Joan Kerr of Ethridge, TN, nieces, Stacey Burrow of Carlock, IL, Gina Kerr of Smyrna, TN, a great nephew and great nieces. He was "Pepe" to his Grandchildren, Mitchell and Maddox Davidson, Mason Bennett, and Taylor Kidd.

In lieu of flowers, the family is asking that donations be made to Cancer Freeze, POB 92, Florala, Alabama, or at www.cancerfreeze.org. The family has entrusted Evans Funeral Home with the memorial service to be held Wednesday, April 22, 2020 at 10:00 a.m., with Military Honors. The family will receive friends from 9AM to 10AM. Wednesday at Evans Funeral Home.

State guidelines for COVID-19 will be followed during the visitation and services.