Richard Cartwright

Sunday, March 9, 2025

I regret that I never told Mr. Risner how important he was to furthering my education. He was one of the main reasons I went on to college, and was able to be successful in higher education. He was easily one of the best people, and best teachers, I ever had the privilege of knowing. I still benefit today from his math teaching and just hope that everybody that reads this guestbook can truly appreciate the impact that a truly good person and an exemplary teacher, can have on the lives of young people. He was so exceptionable. To his family, my deepest condolences, and my thanks for sharing him with the rest of us.

Diana Fine

Sunday, March 2, 2025

What an incredible, extraordinary, and rare talent he possessed! He was and continues to be an inspiration to all of us who were fortunate enough to have been able to call him our teacher. His legacy lives on with the love of learning he created in his pupils. My thoughts and prayers for peace and comfort are with his family and the community who knew and loved him. Diana Fine

Greg Edmonds

Friday, February 28, 2025

Benny had a life-long impact on my life as a Teacher, Role Model, Mentor, Advisor, Father Figure, and Friend.

He was the best teacher I ever had from the many schools I attended throughout my life. His passion for the subject and love and caring for his students was apparent and magnified his effectiveness, impact, and endearment. He not only inspired in me a love of math and continuous learning, but was the principal reason I chose to be an engineer.

His impact however went well beyond my school years. Many times through my life I sought his advice on personal matters dealing with life’s curveballs. He was always generous with his time and provided loving, wise counsel for which I am ever grateful.

I love and miss Benny, but find solace knowing we will be together again.
My prayers of comfort for the family and ALL of us that were so positively enriched by him.

Eddie Passmore

Friday, February 28, 2025

My deepest sympathy and prayers go out to Mr. Risner’s family. Pat, I mourn your loss, but I know that his faith and yours will reunite you both again! God bless, Eddie Passmore

David Oliver

Friday, February 28, 2025

Sir Benny Risner was an elite talent in education that created a passion for learning and elevated student performance. He taught thinking skills benefiting students for life. It was a privilege.

Larry Poling

Thursday, February 27, 2025

Sorry to hear about Mr. Risner. I will alway call him Mr. Risner he earn that respect from many of his students, including me. What a patient man and a great teacher. Rest in peace prayers out to his family. Sorry for the late response just heard.

Lea Rosa Marano

Wednesday, February 26, 2025

To Mr. Risner’s family, my condolences, my prayers for peace. I’m forever grateful that I was one of his students. His classroom was a sanctuary where all of us had the privilege to learn from a true master. His elegance and kindness were palpable. His is the definition of a Life well Lived

Roger and Virginia Parsons

Wednesday, February 26, 2025

We both loved Mr. Risner’s classes and his teaching style . He was such a good teacher and person. He will be well remembered. Prayers and thoughts for the family .

Dennis Taylor

Wednesday, February 26, 2025

MVHS students all called him "Sir Risner" out an abundance of respect. He was more than a great teacher ... He taught me to LOVE math, and was largely responsible for me becoming an engineer.

"THANK YOU, SIR RISNER"

Dennis Taylor
Little Rock, AR

Angel Franks

Wednesday, February 26, 2025

He was my favorite teacher, my friend, and a great listener when I needed advice. Sending prayers and love and light to the family. Fly high.

Janice Cavender

Wednesday, February 26, 2025

To Sir,
With Love....

Remonica Sneathern Wallace

Wednesday, February 26, 2025

Mr. Risner was my favorite high school teacher and held a place of high influence in my teen years. Upon reflection, those memories have only solidified his example as a wonderful, hardworking person, who enjoyed life.

May the Lord be close to his family and bring comfort to them during this time.

Lark McGee

Tuesday, February 25, 2025

Benny Risner changed me and thus changed the trajectory of my life.
Over the years, I wrote/ called him to tell him just that.
I'll see you in Heaven Mr. Risner

Susan Morrow Scarberry

Tuesday, February 25, 2025

Sir Risner was the best math teacher EVER. We all respected and loved him, and he earned it. Mtn View was so lucky to have him.

Steve Mills

Tuesday, February 25, 2025

Mr. Risner was the most influential teacher I had. I am not sure I would have graduated college without the math foundation Mr. Risner gave me. Mountain View was blessed with many great teachers and Mr. Risner was at the top. He also had a fun personality. I remember me and a few other students were asking him how we were doing in his class. He told me that I was still in the boat but the boat was sinking.

Gregory L Stevens

Tuesday, February 25, 2025

Willdie king, Pillay

Tuesday, February 25, 2025

So sorry for your loss, prayors for his family

David Bolin

Tuesday, February 25, 2025

So very thankful for Mr. Risner and the opportunity to participate in his classes in high school. He made math fun and interesting. I always felt welcome in his classes. His training and influence will live on with me and our classmates.

David

Dan and Patricia Stewart

Tuesday, February 25, 2025

He will be missed, our prayers are with you all.

Jack Vance

Tuesday, February 25, 2025

My prayers go out to the Risner family. Sir Risner, was the best high school teacher that I had the privilege of learning from during my 3 short years at MVHS. It always amazed me how handled his classes with love and respect for us as students. His actions of care spoke loudly to his respect for us and vice versa. What a great life teacher legacy he left behind!

Jacqueline Ault

Monday, February 24, 2025

God Bless Benny and his precious family. I was blessed & it was my honor that your family trusted me with your precious Benny. He had a lot of days he laughed so hard on our adventures he said his stomach hurt, he had some fun. Hope you don't mind if in my heart I adopted him as a dad.

Mary Ann Beckham Eck

Monday, February 24, 2025

What a privilege it was to be a student of Sir Risner. He was the most respected teacher in school. I am sad to hear of his passing, but I know he is celebrating in Heaven with his Savior and his lovely Cloyce. Well done, Sir.

Jana Richardson

Monday, February 24, 2025

I think my first math class with “Sir” Benny Risner was 1968. He was an extraordinary teacher and person. I’m sure he had a lot to do with me loving math. I just wish I hadn’t forgotten most of it! He is a legend in the history of Mountain View School, for sure. The impact he made on the lives of hundreds of students is immeasurable. I was fortunate to continue knowing him and his lovely wife, Cloyce, through church until her passing and his health began to fail and we moved. We’ll miss you, Sir.

Kelly Simmons Weaver

Monday, February 24, 2025

Mr. Risner (Sir) made me love Algebra. He was the epitome of a great teacher. He simply knew how to reach each student. He will definitely be missed.

Judy Sutterfield Harvey

Monday, February 24, 2025

MR. Benny Risner was always a Kind, Considerate, Caring Gentleman in and out of the classroom.
Those of us fortunate to have been a student of his had the VERY BEST math teacher Hands Down. A servant of God now resting in the presence of his Lord.
I pray for peace and comfort for the family.

Ann Marrtin

Monday, February 24, 2025

He was the best math teacher ever!! I had such a fear of math until I had him as a teacher. He was also my drivers ed teacher so brave as well as smart!! Just a kind, good man!

Robin Storey-Taylor

Monday, February 24, 2025

I am so sorry for your loss. I LOVED Mr. Risner as a teacher and a person. He was so kind and funny and such a wonderful teacher. Prayers for comfort.

Mike and Cathy Sisk

Monday, February 24, 2025

Prayers for the family. Benny will be missed. Great guy!

Jerry Hale

Monday, February 24, 2025

My deepest condolences to the family. Mr Risner was my math teacher and we all loved him. What a void he leaves on this earth, but what a brighter light shines in Heaven when he arrived. And I know by the way this man lived his life that Heaven is his eternal home.

Sondra Gammill Cownie

Monday, February 24, 2025

I knew Benny from working at Blanchard Springs Caverns as a tour guide with him. He was always friendly with a ready smile and pleasant personality. Prayers to his family for peace and comfort.

Pat Reeves

Monday, February 24, 2025

Bob and I are sorry for your loss. He was much loved by so many. What a legacy he has left. Prayers for all.

Velma Ford

Monday, February 24, 2025

The best of teachers. Always ready to help. Prayers to all the family members with love.

Ronnie Burroughs

Monday, February 24, 2025

Bennie was a very good man and I considered him a friend. Bennie was a wonderful teacher. I not only learned math but also many life lessons. So many times I catch myself telling my children and grandchildren stories of being in his class and what a great teacher he was. My prayers and thoughts go out to Bennie’s family and friends.

Keith Allred

Monday, February 24, 2025

Mr Risner was the best teacher I every had. He was patient and understanding. I wi) pray for his family.

Danny Simmons

Monday, February 24, 2025

Sir was such wonderful teacher and friend. He never had to raise his voice in class and never had any discipline problems in his class. He will be missed by all that knew him.

Annette Blackwell

Monday, February 24, 2025

Benny was a great man. His legacy will live on in each of you. Prayers for the families. You have my deepest sympathy.

Brenda Lee

Monday, February 24, 2025

I’m so very sorry for your loss. I’ve never met anyone that didn’t have good things to say about this man. May God bless you all during this time.

Kim Fulmer

Monday, February 24, 2025

Mr. Risner was a big influence on me deciding to teach math. He was always helping those students that weren’t especially gifted in math as well as challenging those that were. He was a teacher to all.
Patricia, Lesia, and Brad, I am praying for you during this difficult time. Please know that your dad was a great man and meant so much to so many.
Love,
Kim (Duncan)

Ronda Ivy

Monday, February 24, 2025

Love to all the family! He was the best teacher ever and family. He and Cloyce shared the kind of love the Bible teaches. It was awesome to be around them. Praying for the family but knowing he is with Cloyce and his savior.

Daryl and Danna Wiseman

Monday, February 24, 2025

Brad, all your family is in our prayers at this time of loss. All the wonderful comments about your dad's impact as a teacher tells a wonderful story.

Roger.Rorie

Monday, February 24, 2025

Benny was a great math teacher and a great role model, he instilled in students to be the very best in every endeavor n life. Such a great person to remember and practice what he taught us. Roger Rorie

MELINDA ATCHISON WEBB

Monday, February 24, 2025

MR. RISNER WAS SUCH A WONDERFUL HUMAN BEING! I HAD HIM IN ALGEBRA HE WAS SUCH A PATIENT MAN! HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED! SENING LOVE AND PRAYERS TO HIS FAMILY AND LOVED ONES.
MELINDA ATCHISON WEBB

Sondra Ragland

Monday, February 24, 2025

So sorry you are gone. I hope you know how many teenager lives you touched through the years. Mine and Sonja’s.

Sonja Jaynes, Broaddus

Monday, February 24, 2025

Benny was a good man and a great teacher. I know he will be missed by all who loved him. He meant a lot to a lot of people. Sincere condolences to all his family and friends.

David Magness

Monday, February 24, 2025

Words can't say enough of such a wonderful man and great teacher, his memories will never die what he has gave me, such a inspiring man of wisdom and caring of all the students he has taught. I am just so thankful I had had such a great teacher in my years of school. He will be missed and I pray for his family, one thing we can share he is in a better place, rest in peace, sir

Judy Burns

Monday, February 24, 2025

Mr. Risner was THE best math teacher! (At least in my eyes). Although I wasn't the best in math in my family (Thomas is), I took Algebra1, Algebra 2, and Geometry under him. He had a way of teaching that was 2nd to none. I was always in awe of his ability to stand in front of the class and make up problems for us to practice. Sometimes they were unsolvable but he would quickly catch it and correct. He would give credit for trying to work problem, credit for partial correct answer, and work with you until you "got it." And when it "clicked" and you understood and were able to work any problem, he encouraged you to be proud of yourself and he was always our biggest cheerleader. I used his teaching to help fellow students in my first nursing classes. When asked "who was your favorite teacher", I always said Benny Risner (without a doubt).
I loved him and Mrs. Risner together. They were always the nicest people and couple to me. Rest in love Benny. You did what God put you here to do. (and did it well).
Condolences to his family.
You will be missed Sir.

Danny and Brigette Wilson

Monday, February 24, 2025

Praying for family and friends

Jarrod Lee Thomas

Monday, February 24, 2025

Probably my all-time favorite teacher and was very influential in my life.

Jarrod

David Campbell

Monday, February 24, 2025

Volumes could be written about this great man and still not adequately cover his life accomplishments. Suffice it to say, SIR Benny Risner was the best. Period.

William and Sharon Giberson

Monday, February 24, 2025

Prayers for the families. Great memories as I reflect back to that difficult time of going back to college and learning college Algebra again. Mr. Risner knew how to teach us older students and bring us up to speed. He made a life changing difference to us who helped shape and mold us to be better on our journey. Those that teach are forever remembered.

kay

Monday, February 24, 2025

I wasn't fortunate enough to have Benny as a teacher but I knew him through my girls, husband, and church. He was kind, soft spoken, pleasant and caring. I had the upmost respect for him as so many did because of his nature and intelligence. I always enjoyed visiting with Benny...he was a joy to be around. My sincere sympathy to his precious family. I know his legacy will live on in each of you. Treasure the fond memories he leaves to you all. Love and Prayers, Kay

Roger Smith

Monday, February 24, 2025

I'm Sorry for your loss Prayers for All

Rick & Anita Green

Monday, February 24, 2025

We are sorry for your loss! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all! He was the best teacher I ever had and he was a wonderful Christian leader in my life!

Jim Hinkle

Monday, February 24, 2025

One of the finest men I have ever known. A every good friend for many years. The example that he set for both learning and the way to live your life, will never be forgotten. He was a great example of a good and faithful servant.

Tom and Missy Adams

Monday, February 24, 2025

Love and prayers for the family as you grieve Benny's loss. He was a very special man and teacher. We all have special memories of him. You have our deepest sympathy.

Kelvin Richardson

Monday, February 24, 2025

My heart hurts for the family, but rejoices for Benny (and Cloyce!). He was a kind man. A patient man. A Christian man with whom my family and I had the privilege of going to church with during my growing-up years. Although his absence from this life will be greatly felt, we take comfort in knowing exactly where he is... with His Savior and Lord, Jesus Christ. As a great preacher of days gone by once said, “Some day you will read in the papers that D. L. Moody is dead. Don’t you believe a word of it! At that moment I shall be more alive than I am now." Benny Risner's soul lives on in heaven, but his influence lives on through his sweet children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. You all have a heart full of memories that will help you through the days to come. Remember this; Nothing lasts longer than a happy memory. God bless you all!

Jim and Robbie Purdom

Monday, February 24, 2025

Benny Risner was above all a TEACHER. He spent the majority of his life at Mountain View School either as a student or as a teacher. I was blessed to have him first as a teacher then as a fellow co-worker in Mountain View School. As you all know, he was the best math teacher that walked through those doors and greeted students. Benny earned the love and respect of his many students for his time and patience to see that we all learned. He also gained our respect as a man through his true Christianity, living his life accordingly and raising his children to do likewise. His tender heart came through his caring about all his students and his world. He "never wanted to be a bother" and chose to spare his children the emotional burden of a funeral. That is so Benny.

I was lucky to have been a class sponsor with both Benny and Von Dean Jeffery. We were a team for over 20 years. We laughed; we cried; we grumbled a bunch; we also travelled many miles together. In essence, together we cared about the students, about Mountain View School, and about this community we call "home". Benny Risner's influence was immeasurable, just like his many students' love and respect for him.

In lieu of flowers and in honor and memory of Benny Risner, Jim and I have opted to donate to the Stone County Historical Society to help in the renovations (replacing floor joists and painting) that are now underway at the Stone County Museum which is located on the campus where Benny spent the majority of his teaching career. If any of you would like to donate as well in memory of Benny Risner, you can do so at Stone County Historical Society, P.O. Box 210, Mountain View, AR 72560 His family would be notified of your donation.

Thank you "Sir" for being my friend. RIP Benny Risner. I know Cloyce is rejoicing.

Keith & Sonja Jessen

Monday, February 24, 2025

We are so sorry to hear that Sr has passed sway. He was loved by every student and we called him Sir.
We have had him in our thoughts and prayers especially the lat couple weeks wondering how he was. Did not know he was so sick

Our prayers are with his family. We loved him.
Keith & Sonja

Wanda Vannatter

Sunday, February 23, 2025

Prayers for all of Benny’s family. You will see him again one day.
There aren’t enough words to tell how great a teacher and educator he was. I was lucky enough to have him as an Algebra teacher and my son had him when he was in high school. Benny could teach more in a week than most can teach all year. And the best part of his teaching was that he made it fun to learn.

Carol Wade

Sunday, February 23, 2025

May God bless the family and friends of Mr. Benny as they celebrate his life and deal with the loss of his presence among them. He touched many lives during his . He will be missed.

Lowell Cavender

Saturday, February 22, 2025

Sir was my favorite teacher, and my inspiration in many ways.