James Edward Bentley Obituary
The memory of James Edward Bentley (Columbus, Georgia), who passed away on January 18, 2026 at the age of 74, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Edward Bentley to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his wife Mary E. Bentley; his parents, Annie E. Blackwell and Doyle Blackwell; and his siblings, Billy Blackwell and Myrann Ezell.
He is survived by: his son Bo Bentley (Irene); his siblings, Mary Johnson (Dale) and Don Blackwell; his grandchildren, Nicholas Bentley (Darby), Devin Stewart and Leeann Rehberg; his nieces, Mary Gonzalez (Jon), Michelle Woodrow (Gary), Misty Johnston and Kadie Smith (Jesse); his great grandchildren, Wyatt and Macie Burkett; his niece Mariah; his nephew Anthony Gonzalez; and his close friend Randy Idland.
