Baton Rouge, LA - Jestina H. Bennie, a lifelong resident of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, surrounded by her loving family, at the age of 84. She was a devoted wife, mother, sister, daughter, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose love and faith guided her family throughout her life. Jesse is survived by her husband of 62 years, Raymond; children, Diane Willis (Reginald), Joann Bennie-Perkins (Gerard), Camille Litt (Jeff), Panky Bennie (Eulunda), Charon Davenport (Gregory), Suzann Bennie, Regan Bennie, and Asha Bennie-Adams (Derrick); grandchildren, Allen, Aaron, Christine, Jay Michael, Ahmad, Aurrianne, Annice, Theresa, Jessica, Jeffrey, Yasmin, Joshua, Johnathon, Christian, Chandler, Chaze, Sydney, Madison, Ryan, Genesis, Isaac, and Ruth; 19 great-grandchildren; sister, Cynthia; and a host of other loving family members. Jesse is preceded in death by her parents, Jerry and Johora Hosein; and brother, Steve Hosein and grandson Reginald Willis, Jr.

Jesse will be remembered for her warmth, generosity, and strength of spirit. She devoted her life to caring for others and creating a home filled with laughter, comfort, and love. Her kindness and wisdom will be deeply missed by all who had the blessing of knowing her. Visitation will be at Greenoaks Funeral Home, 9595 Florida Blvd., Baton Rouge, LA, on Monday, October 13, 2025, from 12:30pm until the time of funeral service at 2pm. Interment will immediately follow at Greenoaks Memorial Park. The family extends heartfelt gratitude to all for their prayers, love, and support during this difficult time. Arrangements are entrusted to Greenoaks Funeral Home. Family and friends are invited to sign the online guestbook at www.greenoaksfunerals.com