Mr. Bennet S. Mbek

Prince Bennet Sampson Usen Mbek Anako (Umo Etukudo Ofon Nte Akpan Edok Eti Inan) was born into the royal family of Obong Sampson Usen Mbek Anako (Etukudo Ofon Nte Akpan Edok Eti Inan Iman Ibom). Bennet Sampson Mbek was born on July 04, 1951, to Obong Sampson Usen Mbek and Rachal Sampson Mbek. On the fourth birth, they got their first-born son. Bennet accepted Christ at an early age. He was baptized at Qua Iboe Church Etinan. His father introduced him to God and Jesus while carrying out his duties as a missionary. Bennet attended the John Kirk Primary School, Etinan. His secondary school education started a Regina Coeli Secondary school, Essen, Akwa Ibom State. After, surviving the Nigerian Civil War he resumed his secondary school education at the famed St. Patrick's College in Calabar. After graduating from high school, Bennet moved to Lagos, where he worked at Nigeria's Ministry of External Affairs before migrating to Canada, and eventually to the US. Bennet attended the University of Detroit Mercy College receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in May of 1990. Bennet was employed with Starr Commonwealth for twenty-five years as a Maintenance Specialist. He retired in 2016, then worked for Ecoworks and Insight until his death. Bennet belonged to several organizations: MBOHO Mkparawa Ibibio, AKISAN USA, Akwa Ibom Metro Detroit (President at one time), AFE Ndito Etinan, Abasi People- Diaspora. He also was a member of Calvary Presbyterian Church where he served as an Elder, sang in the choirs (co-ed and men’s), and helped teach children’s Sunday school. Bennet was also known as Okito by his close friends and family. However, he was also known as Iniobong, an Ibibio name given to him by his mother's sister aunt Marrie. Bennet was joined in holy matrimony with Lula G. for forty-seven years. To this union two children were born. Bennet loved being around family and friends. He was a kind man and loved to help people. He enjoyed watching old westerns, martial arts, action thrillers, religious shows, and cooking. Bennet also enjoyed sports. Soccer was his favorite. Bennet departed this life May 3, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents Obong Sampson Usen Mbek and Rachael Sampson Mbek; sisters: Grace and Felicia. He leaves to cherish his memories wife Lula; children: Mmese-Eno and Usen; siblings: Ofon (Chimnaza) and Elizabeth; Sister-in laws: Beverly, Jacquelyn, Bridgette, and Dara. Brother-in-law: Brian James (Angelette). Nephews: Udeme (Veronica), Nse (Glory), Ayo (Foluayo), Kingsley, Uko, Emem, Ukeme, Inyene, Ese, Gerald (Renee), Justin, Khalid, James III and Ini. Nieces: Ubong, Aniekan (Chief Tunde), Evangeletta, Ayanna (Billy Ray), Candace, LaKeshia, Omega, Stephanie (Frank), Jennifer, Briyana, Nicole (Duane), DaJohnna (Darrius), Darcie; and a host of great nephews, nieces, cousins, and friends.

Mr. Bennet S. Mbek

July 4, 1951 - May 3, 2024