He was born January 22, 1939, in Mansfield, Ohio, the fourth of five children of the late Garland and Kathryn (Burrer) Bennett. He graduated from Madison High School and was a member of both the high school and alumni bands. Lloyd was a tool and die designer at Therm-O-Disc, retiring after 30+ years. He was a member of the Mansfield Muzzle Loader Rifle Club from 1977-2024, serving as Treasurer and in various other capacities over the years.
Lloyd married Phyllis Vance in 1958 and was a devoted husband and family man. He had a kind, compassionate heart, and was willing to help anyone in need. Lloyd was an accomplished saxophone player and enjoyed entertaining others with his clogging and square-dancing skills at nursing homes and community events. In addition to all his other talents, Lloyd was a detailed craftsman, creating many treasured items.
He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Phyllis Bennett; three children, Gregory (Lisa) Bennett, Deborah (Bob) Nelms and Steven (Amy) Bennett; eleven grandchildren, Adam, Scott, Maegan, Ryan, Ethan, Jason, Andrew, Krystal, Zachary, Kathryn and Eric; many great-grandchildren; a sister, Barbara Scott; a brother, David Bennett; and many cherished family and friends.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his great-grandson, Cillian Bennett; and sisters, Janice Tinkham and Jean McCullough.
The family will receive friends from 1:00-2:00 p.m. on Friday, January 10, 2025, at Wappner Funeral Directors-Ontario, 100 S. Lexington-Springmill Road. The funeral service conducted by Pastor Mike Wilson will immediately follow at 2:00 p.m. He will be laid to rest in Mansfield Memorial Park. Donations in memory of Lloyd may be made to the Mansfield Muzzle Loader Rifle Club, Inc., Weller Township Meeting Hall, 3517 State Route 545, Mansfield, OH 44903.
