Rocky Hill, Connecticut
BENNETT, Arthur V. Arthur V. Bennett, 74, of Rocky Hill, beloved husband for 47 years of Joan (Lynn) Bennett, died Friday (July 23, 2004). Born in Syracuse, NY, he was the son of the late Allen T. and Mabel (Ellis) Bennett, he lived in Wethersfield prior to moving to Rocky Hill 42 years ago. He was employed at Heublin and Pratt and Whitney until his retirement. He was a communicant of St. James Church, Rocky Hill and was an usher at the 10:30 a.m. Sunday Mass for many years. Mr Bennett volunteered his time to help with the Special Olympics and regularly donated blood to the American Red Cross. Arthur could usually be found either at the High School or Elm Ridge Park, swimming with his grandchildren. He was also past President and currently Senior Vice Commander of the American Legion Post #123, Rocky Hill. Besides his wife, he is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Arthur E. and Milinda Bennett of Rocky Hill; two daughters and sons-in-law, Kathleen B. and Gregory Sylvestro of Rocky Hill and Amy B. and Lawrence R. DeForest of Manchester; six grandchildren, Olivia, Elizabeth, Christopher, Kevin, Laura and Julia. He was predeceased by his twin sister, Alice J. Bennett and his sister, F. Allene Bennett. Funeral services will be Tuesday from the Giuliano-Sagarino Funeral home at BROOKLAWN, 511 Brook Street, Rocky Hill followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. James Church at a time to be announced. Interment will follow with full military honors in Rose Hill Cemetery. Friends are invited to the funeral home on Monday from 6-8 p.m. Gifts in his memory may be made to Hospice Program at St Francis Hospital, Nursing Unit 8-1, 114 Woodland Street, Hartford. For online guestbook, flowers and directions, please visit, www. Brooklawnfuneralhome.com.
Read MoreJoan and Family,
I was so sorry to here of the passing of Art he was a fine man. Joe and I enjoyed when he came to the bus for those burgers. We always had a nice visit. I have thought of him often. Wondering how he is doing. My heart goes out to you and your family, it
really is a hard time to go thru. I can truly sympathize with you and your family
Carol Russo
CAROL RUSSO
July 28, 2004 | ROCKY HILL, CT
Mrs B.(Aunt Joan) Our deepest sympathy goes to you and all the family. we understand, we are always here and we love you. We have been blessed in this life to have been loved by some very special angels. Mr.B is very near and dear to me. Throughout my life there were many times that I hit bumps in the road, you two always were there to support me and help smooth those bumps.When I was young and came to your house I always felt safe and loved. you had a family united, I felt so special you...
cindy & fred lynn
July 28, 2004 | Cromwell, CT
I have known Art only for a few years but he has put a wonderful impact in my life. He will be sadly missed.
Deborah DeForest
July 27, 2004 | Manchester, CT
The Bennett Family:
Sorry to hear of Mr. Bennett's passing. I will always remember him when your family lived across the street from us on Walnut Rd.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. May God bless you.
Helen Howachyn-Medearis
July 26, 2004 | Sun City, AZ
Our sincerest sympathy to the Bennett family. Arthur will be truly missed by all that have been fortunate to have known him.
MargeMike Cerrigione
July 25, 2004 | South Windsor, CT
Our sincere sympathies for your loss.
Brooklawn Funeral Home Giuliano-Sagarino Funeral Home
July 25, 2004 | Rocky Hill, CT
My Grandfather would always take me, my sister and my cousins swimming almost every Saturday at the High School. Afterwards, he would take us out to get ice cream. Swimming with him was something we always looked forward to all week. My cousin and I are on the Rocky Hill Swim Team and Grandpa would always come to our swim meets no matter how early they were. He even came to one that started at 8:15 A.M. Everywhere we went he had a friend or two that he knew for at least for 5 or 10 years....
Olivia Bennett
July 24, 2004 | Rocky Hill, CT
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Please know that your extended family in Dare County North Carolina is praying for God's comfort to surround you throughout this difficult time.
Sandy Basnight
July 24, 2004 | Kill Devil Hills, NC
Dear Grandpa,
I will miss swimming with you. I love you. Elizabeth
Elizabeth Bennett
July 24, 2004 | Rocky Hill, CT
