Thomas L. Bentley, age 82 of Columbus, was born September 9, 1943 to the late Asberry and Lexie Bentley and passed away October 23, 2025 in Columbus. Preceded in death by wife, Juanita Darlene Bentley; parents and siblings. Survived by 3 grandsons and a nephew. Visitation will be from 11 am until time of the funeral service at 1 pm Friday October 31st at the O. R. WOODYARD COMPANY CHAPEL 1346 S. High Street in Columbus, OH. followed by burial in Obetz Cemetery