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Janet Bennett Obituary

DALLAS, N.C. - Janet Elaine Hawley Bennett, 59, 428 S. Rhyne St., Apt. C, died Friday, April 26, 2013.

She was the daughter of Peggy Jean Stack Hawley of Stanley and the late William Garfield Hawley Jr. She was a U.S. Navy veteran and a member of the First Baptist Church in Stanley.

Jan loved her children unconditionally, and those grandbabies, oh my, they were the light of her life. Jan loved the work she did. She worked for 19 years for the probation and parole department for the state of North Carolina. Jan made many friends and treated everyone she met with respect. She always believed all people deserved respect until you showed that you did not deserve hers. She loved cartoons even as old as she was, loved "King of the Hill," and would watch endless episodes of the "Andy Griffith Show." She was rarely without a cup of coffee in hand. She loved playing games at family gatherings. "The beach was my favorite place to be for relaxation." She was an early-morning riser. In her own words, she was "the best grammy in the world!"

In addition to her mother, she is survived by four children, James (J.B.) Bennett of the home, Tameka Bennett of Dallas, Nathaniel Bennett and wife, Leshay, of Lowell, and Chevon T. Bennett, of Kentucky; four siblings, Richard Hawley and wife, Linda, of Mount Holly, Camille Hawley Whitmire, of Anchorage, Alaska, Beth Hawley Skidmore and husband, Randy, of Stanley, David Hawley and wife, Deanna, of Stanley; 12 grandchildren; and her special friend, Roger Lomick.

A memorial service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Bennett will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, April 29, 2013, at the Stanley Pentecostal Holiness Church with the Rev. Dr. Danny Penny officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church.

Memorials may be made to the Robin Johnson Hospice House, 5005 Shepherds Way Drive, Dallas, NC 28034.

Woodlawn Funeral Home, Mount Holly is serving the family.

Published by Gaston Gazette on Apr. 28, 2013.
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I was very sorry to hear about Janet's death. She was and still is a wonderful person. I will never forget her and hope to see her in heaven in the future. It was very late when I heard about it. I pray for her family.

James Brooks

June 17, 2023

I lost contact with you after yeoman A school. My ex-husband, Steve and I thought you were the best friend anyone could have. I found out this many years later you had passed. Please hear my thoughts and prayers that you were never forgotten. Your spirit lives for eternity.

Belia clouser

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July 8, 2021

Peggy, Richard, Camille, Beth, David, Janet's children and grandchildren: My thoughts are with you in your loss. I can certainly appreciate some of Janet's thoughts and concerns as she advanced with this horrible disease. She was very brave and her faith saw her through. May this same faith be with all of you in her absence. She now is at peace!

Martha Hawley Bowman (Cousin)

April 30, 2013

Peggy, Richard, Camille, Beth and other family members I am so sorry for your loss. I did not know until today, none of my family knew until today. We would have been there. My heart is heavy even though I had not seen Janet in years we grew up together, played outside, spent the night, etc. this really breaks my heart. I know you will truly miss her. Richard when you feel like it please call me so we can talk. May God help you through this difficult time.

Jeannie Horton

April 30, 2013

Jan,
You will missed by your Probation Family
Patricia Walls

April 29, 2013

Beth so sorry to hear of the loss of your sister. You and your family are in my prayers.

Karen Featherstone Burchill

April 29, 2013

JB & ALEXIS
I'M SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS AND I PRAY FOR PEACE FOR YOUR FAMILY.

SHERRY MCCLURE

April 28, 2013

It was an honor to have Janet as a cousin. She will be missed.

Susie Rhyne

April 28, 2013

Hawley Family,
I was so sadden to hear about Janet. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Teresa Broome

April 28, 2013

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