Roger Dale Bentley

Roger Bentley, a faithful servant to his Lord, his family, and his work, passed away on March 14, 2026. Born on December 19, 1945, in Siluria, Alabama, he was the son of the late George and Viola Bentley.

A proud graduate of Thompson High School in 1964, Roger met the love of his life, Linda, at Jack’s Restaurant in 1967. Their connection was immediate, and they married on May 18, 1968, beginning a beautiful journey of nearly 58 years together.

He dedicated 38 years to the Blue Circle Cement plant, working there from 1967 until his retirement in 2005. To those who knew him, he was the strongest man they had ever met, a strength evident not only in his hands but in his steadfast character. After living briefly in Hapeville and Smyrna, Georgia, Roger and Linda settled in Douglasville in 1971 to raise their family. A devoted servant of the Lord, he served as a deacon and helped raise their children in the faith at Prays Mill Baptist and County Line Baptist churches. For many years, he and Linda were cherished members of First Baptist Church Villa Rica. He found great joy in being with his grandchildren, spending time with friends from church, and tinkering around his home.

He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Viola Bentley, and his siblings, Travis Bentley, Eddie Bentley, and Myrna Overton.

Roger’s legacy of love and strength lives on through his devoted wife, Linda Bentley; his son, Dale Bentley (Natalie); and his daughter, Holly Bradley (David). He was the proud grandfather of Marlow, Reece, and Garrett Bentley, Reagan and Avery Bradley, and Hayden Petty.