BENEFIELD - Ernestine April 29, 1975 - January 19, 2026 Of Buffalo, NY. Dearest mother of Shanika J. Rozier, Chardia K. Rozier, Mylesha L. Jemes, Tajah A. E. Jemes, Robyn M. Knighton, Jose A. Carrero and the late James M. Rozier; grandmother of 10 grandchildren; loving daughter of the late Grant M. and Lola M. (Evans) Benefield; sister of Grant Benefield, Flint Benefield, Antoinette Benefield and Danielle (Reggie) Hokes; also survived by nieces and nephews. Family and friends will be present Friday, February 6, 2026 from 4-7 PM for a Celebration of Life Gathering at the CASTIGLIA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 873 Abbott Rd., South Buffalo, NY, 824-6435, where a Funeral Service will be held at 6:30 PM. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Buffalo, Inc. Please share your condolences at: www.castigliafuneralhome.com