Of Jackson, affectionately known by her many friends as “Helen”, passed away at the age of 101 on Friday, November 30, 2018 at the Jackson County Medical Care Facility. She was a resident of Park Forest for many years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Bennett; also her two sons, Gregory and Stephen Bennett. She is survived by her three daughters, Barbara (Jonas) Ballew, Suzanne (Bruce) Vaillancourt, and Helen Sprunger; as well as many grandchildren, great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, loving family members, and friends. “Helen” was born in Mora, Minnesota on March 12, 1917 to Frederick and Elsa (Kruse) Althoff; she then married Mr. Bennett in 1941. “Helen” retired from Jacobson Stores and was a loving wife, mother, and wonderful homemaker. She had a strong faith in the Lord and attended Trinity Lutheran Church (122 W. Wesley Street Jackson, MI 49201), where a service honoring her life will be held on Saturday, December 8, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. She will be laid to rest next to her husband at Hillcrest Memorial Park.