Robert Stephen Bennett

Robert S. Bennett (Bob) of Washington, D.C passed away peacefully on September 10, 2023, at home surrounded by his loving family and loyal dog. Bob is survived by his wife of 54 years, Ellen, his younger brother William “Bill” Bennett , his three daughters, Catherine, Peggy, and Sarah (Sam Butcher); and six grandchildren; Ava Ellen, Grace Ellen, Robert, Charles, Carlos and Bennett. Bob was born in Bed-Stuy Brooklyn in 1939 and began his distinguished legal career in Washington, D.C. While Bob is well known for his professional accomplishments it was his family that he was most proud of.

Bob was a principled, loyal, honest, witty and loving man who touched many lives. He will be greatly missed. A viewing will be held on September 16 at 6:00 PM-8:00PM at Joseph Gawler’s Sons Funeral home located at 5130 Wisconsin Avenue, NW, Washington. D.C. A funeral mass will be said at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 3513 N street, NW Washington, D.C on Sunday, September 17 at 2:30 PM