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Gordon Bennie Goldsberry


Sunrise: June 14, 1959

Sunset: April 23, 2025

On Wednesday, April 23, 2025, God called to rest Gordon Bennie Goldsberry, affectionately known as Ben. He was born on June 14, 1959, to the late Benjamin F. Goldsberry and Marsha J. Goldsberry.

Gordon graduated from Churchland High School in 1978. Ben would begin his career as a brick mason, starting with his father at BFG Masonry. While developing his craft, he began dreaming of owning his own business. He started GBG Masonry until health issues arose. He was a master brick mason who loved his trade with more than 33 years in the business.

He began attending Smyrna Church of Christ Holy Disciples with his family. He made the decision to join the church in 1995. Ben had a passion for music and writing songs. He joined the Smyrna Male Chorus and would go on to sing every 3rd Sunday. He would sing the lead vocals on the songs, “He’s There”, “I Won’t Complain” and “Your Grace and Mercy.”

Gordon leaves to cherish his loving wife of 39 years, Annette B. Goldsberry; his daughter, Sheneika A. Goldsberry; two grandsons, Kaleb M. Hinton and Kaiden M. Hinton; his Godson, Jalil Langston; sister, Annette Sutton (Kevin); two nephews, Christian B. Sutton and Ethan K. Sutton; and niece, Attalia N. Sutton. Brother in love, Robert Brown Jr. (Lynn), Brother in love, Randy Brown (Celetta), and a special aunt, Eliza Reid. He also leaves to cherish a host of nieces, nephews, family, and friends.

Viewing: Friday, May 9, 2025 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM Metropolitan Funeral Service 5605 Portsmouth Boulevard Portsmouth, VA Celebration of Life: COME IN PERSON OR WATCH ONLINE Saturday, May 10, 2025 10:00 AM Metropolitan Funeral Service 5605 Portsmouth Boulevard Portsmouth, VA Laid to Rest: Greenlawn Memorial Gardens 3920 Airline Boulevard Chesapeake, VA

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    Leonard and family says

    I give my condolences to the Goldberry family,sorry to hear of your loss of my cousin Bennie Goldberry,our family will keep you in our prayers,and a special thanks for Bennie’s only sister Annette for caring for him these last few years

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    Don Chisholm and family. says

    Bennie and his father both did work for me and my father. I am so sorry for your loss, I will keep your family in our prayers.

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    Mary Tanner says

    I’m saddened to hear about the loss of our cousin Benny.

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    Thomas A Sledge says

    Rest in Peace my brother. So many memories. Our deepest condolences to you family.

    Thomas and Valerie Sledge

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    Gwendolyn Sledge Jones says

    Condolences to the Goldberry Family. The memories flood my mind from our growing up days in Mt. Hermon. You on Potomac Ave., and my Family on Portland St. Happy memories!
    Take your rest Bennie. God Bless your Family.

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    M. Washington III says

    Rest Well cousin Bennie.

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    Pastor Steven White says

    “Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints.” (Psalm 116:15) To the family of Ben, as I reflect upon the many moments of our friendship which goes back to 3rd grade, I pray that the smiles and kindness that he shared with many, will bring to light a “man of God” who will be truly missed, praying for your strength in the Lord.

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    Family of the late Dea. Glenn & Evelyn Fleming says

    We pray God’s comfort and love surrounds you during this time of bereavement. Sending you love and condolences, cousin, from the bottom of our hearts.

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    Vanessa Hamilton (Van) says

    My prayers are with the family. Sending love to you. Have so many memories growing up across the street from him. 💓🙏🙏💓

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