Reba Geraldine Back Bennett

Reba Geraldine Back Bennett, age 70, of Hazard, KY passed away on Friday, May 30, 2025, at the Hazard ARH.  She was born March 20, 1955, in Springfield, OH and was the daughter of the late Ira Douglas and Doris Barnett Back.  She was preceded also in death by her husband: Tony Bennett.  Her beloved son:  Keith Back.  Her brothers:  William Back, Beckham Back and Ira Back, Jr.  Her sisters:  Lina Lou Barnett, Rita Turner, Roberta Spicer, Jane Back and Reva Back.

Reba was raised in the hills of Breathitt County which she always considered home.  Reba was a woman of deep compassion and creativity.  She loved animals, found joy in crafting and had an incredible gift for connecting with people.  Her kind heart, strong spirit and loving nature touched the lives of all who knew her.

She is survived by her children:  Richard (Michelle) Back, Doris “Bella” (Cole) Watrobski , Anita Clemons (Donnie Southers), Michael (Dawna) Stoddard, Devaun (Steve) McKelvey.  She was a devoted grandmother and great grandmother and took great pride in her growing family.  She is also survived by her brother: Larry Back of El Paso, TX.  Sisters: Anita Arrowood of Hazard, KY, Katherine Back of Lexington, KY and Ada Campbell of IN .  Reba was a beloved aunt to many nieces and nephews.  A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, June 6, 2025, from 4:00-9:00 pm at Deaton Funeral Home. Chapel.  Deaton Funeral Home in charge

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