Harris Funeral Home, Inc. | Opelika, AL

Obituary For Bennie Lee Pierce, Jr.

Funeral service for Bennie Pierce, Jr., 53, of Opelika, AL, will be at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, April 8, 2023, at God’s House of Prayer Holiness Church, 573 Harper Avenue, Auburn, AL 36830 with interment in Town Creek Cemetery, 1150 South Gay Street, Auburn, AL 36830, Bishop Frank McLeod will officiate.

Mr. Pierce, who passed away Tuesday, April 4, 2023 at his home in Opelika, AL, was born September 25, 1969 in Valdosta, GA.

Public viewing will be Friday, April 7, 2023, from 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. (Facial covering is required)

Mr. Pierce will lie in repose at the church one hour prior to the service.

He leaves to cherish his memory: four children, Bienetta Pierce of Opelika, AL, Kambria Tolbert, Kamry Tolbert and Brianna Pierce all of Auburn, AL; six grandchildren, Kaden Pierce, Jasiah Pierce, Michael Vickerstaff, Preston Tolbert, Kherington Tolbert and Kaizleigh Tolbert; one sister, Shenita (Derek) Ferguson of Valdosta, GA; five uncles, Greg Wiseman, Elgin Wiseman, Oscar Wiseman, Frank Wiseman all of Valdosta, GA and Calvin (Sheryl) Wiseman of Waycross, GA; two aunts, Shirley Jones and Annie Ree Wiseman both of Valdosta, GA; a host of other relatives and friends.

Guest Book

Peace Be With The Family In The Loss OF YOUR LOVE ❤️ ONE.Jernardo Echols &Family

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After reading all of the condolences to my second cousin, that I never had a chance to meet, I can tell that you, Benny left a mark you left your foot prints, my cousin, and you had a heart of gold like your dad a man that I truly loved, and admired as my cousin God bless you, my cousin rest now, and have the same beautiful smile when you meet your dad in heaven🙏 from Anthony Mitchell, and family of Elpaso, Texas

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Bennie Pierce was my great friend. This words are too late, but i hope he hears them. I wish i could have congratulated him on being such a great man. We need more Bennie Pierces in the world- full of love, quick to forgive, and his handshake and word meant something. To his family my prayers and i share your sadness, love, and loss. I love you my brother from another mother

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B.P. I am at a loss for words right now. Your locker was across from mine and you made me feel welcome when I came to Auburn and was scared to death and praying no one could tell. You always had a smile and encouraging words, no matter where we were and even in the years after Auburn when we would see each other around town, it was always the same. We didn't talk much the last several years because I wasn't around there much but I know that no matter where we ran into each other it would still be the same. We ain't blood or from the same background but we were and still are brothers. Keep Coach straight up there until I get there to help you out. My heart and prayers go out to your family and friends as I know they are grieving your passing but I hope that they are rejoicing in the fact that you are with our Savior this glorious Easter morning. Love you my friend and a Heavenly War Eagle till we meet again. Chris Grantham Tiger '89-90

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To his children, sister, Shenita and the Pierce family of our Beloved, Bennie Pierce. Condolences and praying for strength and healing. As my classmate at LHS, in Valdosta, Ga, Bennie had a kind and blessed soul. He always would make you smile and give you a bear hug. Rest In peace my friend. You will certainly be missed. Class of '88 @LHS. Dee Dee Moore-James

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Bennie - I will never forget you, my friend. You were a big bold presence to everyone around you at Auburn. You were a leader but also a man with great compassion. You inspired me to work harder and be better. You had a great smile and laugh and made me feel welcome when I came back to the team. So many great memories and laughs in the weight room and practice field. Much love to your family. Your spirit lives on with everyone who came in contact with you. Vaya Con Dios - Ace Atkins

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Coach Davis LHS rrember Benny working hard to get better and ge did my dog Mac will never forget him in the wieghtroom one August practice day Rest in peace Benny

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My prayers to the family of Bennie Pierce. He was a leader, and a friend who will be truly missed. Phyllis Jeter

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Great person leader and mentor I will always remember his heart for reaching back and embracing those coming behind him. I will always remember him as Great athlete and person he left a mark that will never be erased.

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He truly exemplified everything Coach Dye was always looking for in a young man...may God comfort His family. Boland #52

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Rest in peace my Georgia Brother, my teammate, my friend! A really good man! D phi D for life! War Eagle!

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God Speed .

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My heartfelt condolences and Prayers to the family. Bennie will surely be missed. He was my manager at Kia and Head Deacon at Church. Always a nice man to me. Doris Stroud Beals. C

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My heartfelt condolences go out to Bennie's entire family on this loss of a great teammate and a guy I was proud to call my friend. I was blessed to visit with him just a couple of weeks ago at our Lettermen gathering. Our daughters also played volleyball together a few years back at Auburn High, and it was always a joy to talk with him at the volleyball matches. #97 will always be remembered, and I will not stop praying for comfort and peace for his family.

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A great teammate and even a better person. -Bob Meeks

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Rest in Peace my Brother, my Teammate, my Friend. Forever War Eagle!! D. Wright

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Sending Prayers and condolences to the family. Will be missed!

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My thoughts and prayers are with the family. So sorry for you loss.

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On Behalf of Global Consortium Corporation, I will cherish the memories as your teammate at A.U. and appreciative of the leadership on and off the field. Sincerely, Mr.Torris Babbs,P.E. - Director

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I'll remember you as a great teammate, ball player, and number 97. I pray for peace for your family and those who will miss you. Godspeed my friend.

- Karekin Cunningham

Terrance Wheatley

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Bennie Pierce was a good person and kind soul. He would give you the shirt off his back. So long old friend. Rest up BP

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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