Age 80, died October 23, 2010; born August 26, 1930 in East Jordan, MI. Mr. Bennett enjoyed farming, gardening and camping with his family. He was an active member of Community of Christ in St. Johns for 32 years. He retired from General Motors and the Army National Guard, and was a member of the American Legion Post #153 in St. Johns. Preceded in death by his parents and 2 sisters. Surviving are his wife of 58 years, Thelma; daughters, Joan (Joel Dinda) Bennett, Pamela (Randy Dilday) Bennett, Edna Bennett and Yvonne (David) Chavez; sons, David (Marsha) Bennett and Paul (Lisa) Bennett; 6 grandchildren; 3 brothers; and 2 sisters. Funeral services will be held Thursday, October 28, 11:00 AM at Community of Christ, 310 N. Whittmore, St. Johns, MI with Pastor Virginia Wickwire officiating. The family will receive friends Wednesday from 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 205 E. Washington, DeWitt, MI. Those desiring may make contributions to Eaton Community Hospice, 2675 S. Cochran Road, Charlotte, MI 48813 or Parkinson Foundation, 30400 Telegraph Road, Ste. 150, Bingham Farms, MI 48025-5819 in memory of Mr. Bennett. Online condolences may be sent to:

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