This is your mom you will always be remembered in my heart and soul I miss you so much words can not be explained It was a blessing to have you sorry you gone to soon Their will be a day we will unite again Love you always remember
Kendrick Tremaine Dante Bennett, a cherished son, father, brother, partner, friend passed away on Father’s Day, June 15, 2025, in Minnesota. Born on June 27, 1993, in Seattle, Washington, he was the son of Jennifer Dillard and Billy P. Bennett.
Throughout his life, Kendrick exhibited a diverse range of interests, including gaming, cinema, television, rap, and dance. He possessed an exceptional talent for storytelling and a remarkable capacity to evoke laughter in others.
During his youth, Kendrick developed a deep appreciation for classic films such as “Alphabet – Timmy Tiger and Friends,” “Mortal Kombat,” “Magic School Bus,” “Child Play,” and “Tomb Raiders.”
Kendrick’s academic journey encompassed various institutions, including the African American Academy in Seattle, Rainier View Elementary in Seattle, Tyee High School in SeaTac, Mount Rainier High School in Des Moines, and Kent Ridge High School in Kent. He graduated from high school with a diploma from Job Corps in 2014.
Throughout his professional career, Kendrick held diverse employment opportunities. His journey began with a job at IHOP in Des Moines, Washington. He then moved on to roles at Applebees in Kent and temporary assignments in construction work. These experiences led him to obtain a flagger certificate and then a job at Walmart in Renton.
In 2015, Kendrick released his debut streaming rap song, which was subsequently accompanied by two additional songs in 2016 and 2018, which were uploaded to his SoundCloud page.
Kendrick held in high regard the family gatherings held at Leschi Park, where he cherished the company of his extended family. Among them were his mother, Jennifer Dillard; his aunt Tanzy Dillard; his aunt, Janice Dillard; his uncle, William Sheahan; his brother, Charles BoBo III; his sister, Jenayah Bizzell; and his cousin, Jermaine Grant, Charisma Walker, India Henderson, Kentral Williams, and friends.
In 2017, Kendrick fathered his first child, LaShay Jones, with Adrianna Jones.
In 2018, Kendrick became a father once more to Messiah Jackson.
In 2018, Kendrick met LaShalanda DeJackson and they went on to have two children, Amira DeJackson on May 26, 2019, and Mateo DeJackson on June 21, 2020.
Prior to his passing, in January 2025, Kendrick relocated to Minnesota to reside with his Uncle Adam Dillard Sr., Partner Shalanda Chew, and cousin Dontral Chew, Adam Dillard Jr, Sherod Dillard, Ru’Mel Dillard.
Kendrick’s legacy will continue to inspire those who knew him, and his family and friends will mourn his loss.
Grandmother Ruby Dillard-Parks, Grandfather M.L. Parks, Great Auntie Ruthie L. Brooms, Great Uncle Willie B. Brooms, Aunt Tanzy Dillard, Cousin India Henderson
I wasn’t around him and nephews and nieces growing up because I don’t live there but he came up here with me and I really got to know him and he loved his family and I love him I miss him and he will have you laughing all day and he wasn’t dumb I learned a lot of stuff from him too. Everyone here misses him
This is your mom you will always be remembered in my heart and soul I miss you so much words can not be explained It was a blessing to have you sorry you gone to soon Their will be a day we will unite again Love you always remember
Kendrick Tremaine Dante Bennett, a cherished son, father, brother, partner, friend passed away on Father’s Day, June 15, 2025, in Minnesota. Born on June 27, 1993, in Seattle, Washington, he was the son of Jennifer Dillard and Billy P. Bennett.
Throughout his life, Kendrick exhibited a diverse range of interests, including gaming, cinema, television, rap, and dance. He possessed an exceptional talent for storytelling and a remarkable capacity to evoke laughter in others.
During his youth, Kendrick developed a deep appreciation for classic films such as “Alphabet – Timmy Tiger and Friends,” “Mortal Kombat,” “Magic School Bus,” “Child Play,” and “Tomb Raiders.”
Kendrick’s academic journey encompassed various institutions, including the African American Academy in Seattle, Rainier View Elementary in Seattle, Tyee High School in SeaTac, Mount Rainier High School in Des Moines, and Kent Ridge High School in Kent. He graduated from high school with a diploma from Job Corps in 2014.
Throughout his professional career, Kendrick held diverse employment opportunities. His journey began with a job at IHOP in Des Moines, Washington. He then moved on to roles at Applebees in Kent and temporary assignments in construction work. These experiences led him to obtain a flagger certificate and then a job at Walmart in Renton.
In 2015, Kendrick released his debut streaming rap song, which was subsequently accompanied by two additional songs in 2016 and 2018, which were uploaded to his SoundCloud page.
Kendrick held in high regard the family gatherings held at Leschi Park, where he cherished the company of his extended family. Among them were his mother, Jennifer Dillard; his aunt Tanzy Dillard; his aunt, Janice Dillard; his uncle, William Sheahan; his brother, Charles BoBo III; his sister, Jenayah Bizzell; and his cousin, Jermaine Grant, Charisma Walker, India Henderson, Kentral Williams, and friends.
In 2017, Kendrick fathered his first child, LaShay Jones, with Adrianna Jones.
In 2018, Kendrick became a father once more to Messiah Jackson.
In 2018, Kendrick met LaShalanda DeJackson and they went on to have two children, Amira DeJackson on May 26, 2019, and Mateo DeJackson on June 21, 2020.
Prior to his passing, in January 2025, Kendrick relocated to Minnesota to reside with his Uncle Adam Dillard Sr., Partner Shalanda Chew, and cousin Dontral Chew, Adam Dillard Jr, Sherod Dillard, Ru’Mel Dillard.
Kendrick’s legacy will continue to inspire those who knew him, and his family and friends will mourn his loss.
Grandmother Ruby Dillard-Parks, Grandfather M.L. Parks, Great Auntie Ruthie L. Brooms, Great Uncle Willie B. Brooms, Aunt Tanzy Dillard, Cousin India Henderson
I wasn’t around him and nephews and nieces growing up because I don’t live there but he came up here with me and I really got to know him and he loved his family and I love him I miss him and he will have you laughing all day and he wasn’t dumb I learned a lot of stuff from him too. Everyone here misses him