Deaconess Jewel Benjamin Obituary
The family of Deaconess Jewel Benjamin of Baltimore, Maryland announces her passing on July 12, 2026. Deaconess, born on August 31, 1951 in Hanover, Virginia, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Deaconess Jewel Benjamin or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Deacon Walter B. Howard and Deaconess Lillian P. Howard; and her husband Reverend Johnny Benjamin. She is survived by: her children, Latasha Austin (James), Michelle Benjamin, Kar Benjamin (Shateeka), John Benjamin, Cecil Jackson, Bilal Benjamin, Zaire Benjamin, Elijah Benjamin and DeAndre Benjamin; her grandchildren, Iyanna Benjamin, Saije Grady, Sade Benjamin, Kori Benjamin, Carter Benjamin, Josiah Benjamin, Jade Martinez, Milani Clanton-Benjamin, Shadaria Latney (Steven) and Suirad Ware; her great grandchild Stori Latney; her godsons, George Webster (Shannon) and Johnathan (Keionna); her siblings, Phyllis Brooks (Junius), Christine Taylor (George), Carolyn Hopson, Jackie Lee (Robert) and Jesse Howard (Lisa); and her friends, Vivian Webster, Edith Willis, Lorraine Walker, Jeanette Braxton, Addie Morrow, Vivian Nichols, Isabelle Townes and Tanya Benjamin. She is also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and countless friends.
