Gregory Bennett

DANVILLE, VA - Mr. Gregory Lee Bennett, age 59, passed away on Wednesday, September 30, 2026 upon arrival to Sovah Health Danville Hospital.

A celebration of life service will be held Sunday, October 11, 2026 at 3 p.m. from the Mt. Carmel Baptist Church, 300 Terry Avenue, Danville, VA.

"Greg" or "Big Greg" as he was affectionately called was born in Danville, VA, to the late Roy and Catherine Keene Bennett. 

He was educated in the public schools and graduated from George Washington High School, class of 1986. 

Gregory was a master chess player and a dedicated member of a chess club. 

He deeply loved his family, believed in providing security for them, and had a passionate love for life. He was also a talented artist and a big jokester.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Harriet Jean Keene-Pinchback.

Survivors include aunt: Marchelle Keene-Brown; niece: Angela Wilson; cousin, Kimberly Gibson; a host of great nieces/nephews, cousins and friends.

Service by McLaurin-Harris