Dorothy "Pat" Patricia Bennett

She was born November 18, 1932 to Cecil and Dorothy Daniel Cain. Her parents and husband, Floyd Stancil Bennett, Sr., predeceased her.

She is survived by one brother: Gerald "Buzz" Cain (Anush) of London, UK; three sons, Floyd S. "Stan" Bennett, Jr. (LaNita); Richard A. "Rick" Bennett (Paula); and Scott C. Bennett, all of Anniston.

Four grandchildren also survive: Grace Bennett Repass (Jeff), Chesapeake, VA; Heidi Bennett Larkin (James), Moore, SC; Matthew Bennett (Dawn), Moyock, NC; Courtney Bennett (Jason), Montevallo, AL. Three great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews also survive.

Pat attended Anniston High School and Harry M. Ayers State Technical School. Employed by Auburn University Extension Service until her retirement, she was an avid horticulturist renowned for her beautiful flowers and extensive knowledge of botany.

A lifelong Anniston resident, Pat organized the first Rocky Hollow Neighborhood Association in the fall of 2012, working tirelessly, going door-to-door to speak with neighbors regarding issues affecting the Rocky Hollow area and handing out pamphlets on organizing and reclaiming our neighborhood.

Pat had a great interest and love for wildlife and was active in animal rescue and community organizations. She loved Anniston and enjoyed stories of the "old days."

Graveside services will be private. In lieu of flowers, Pat requested donations be made to the First Responders for the City of Anniston (Police Department, Sheriff's Office and/or Anniston Fire and Rescue.)