Carl Robert Bentley, age 78, passed away April 24, 2020 in Glastonbury, Connecticut following a brave and hard-fought battle with ailments of age and COVID-19. Carl was born in Carthage, New York on August 11, 1941, the son of Earl and Dorothy (Shaw) Bentley. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force, serving in the Middle East during the Cold War. He resided in Windsor and Bloomfield Connecticut. He earned a Bachelor's degree in Geology from Michigan Technological University and attended the Russian Language program at Indiana University for the United States Air Force. Carl was a collector and talented artist in professional commercial applications and generous personalized offerings to his family and friends. Read a Gary Larsen cartoon panel or watch a Mel Brooks movie and know Carl's wry and ironic sense of humor. Watch a dark gothic horror film noir movie and know Carl's delight in mystery. Admire Carl's artwork and recognize his attention to detail and artistic composition. Carl was an ethical and respectful man. His generosity was boundless. His spirit will live on in the hearts of those that knew him from casual encounters or long-standing friendships. He was predeceased by his parents, son Ryan, and brother Ronald. He is survived by his son Matthew Bentley and many cousins, including Lora Langworthy and Colin Miller of Arizona and Lynn Herzig of New York and their families. Carmon Funeral Home of Windsor is handling arrangements. To leave a message visit Legacy.com.

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Published by Hartford Courant on May 3, 2020.

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CHRISTOPHER DAVIS

January 9, 2021

My name is Chris Davis and I was fortunate enough to spend time with Carl while I was growing up with his son Ryan in the early 1980’s. Carl took us to see The Terminator on the big screen when it first came out and was certainly too restrictive at the time to see without an adult present at the theater. I recall that he had a two seater style sports car, but he would layer the passenger seat with a sheep skin so that Ryan and I could share the seat together. Carl had a collection of swords and various canes that concealed swords or blades of different varieties, and I was always fascinated and amazed whenever he would allow us to discover those mysteries (adult supervision of course). Ryan and I had a great friendship sharing Piers Anthony novels and the like, I believe his step mom Sue worked at Walden Books at the time. I’m very sad to hear this news, as I always imagined that I might see Carl again some day to share the past; all my love to Carl, Ryan, and the Bentley family.

Chris Davis
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CHRISTOPHER DAVIS

January 8, 2021

Dave G.

May 22, 2020

May 22, 2020
I first met Carl in Dec. 1999 at the Salmon Brook Shops Christmas dinner when I was seated next to him. From that night forward I realized I had been introduced to someone special with whom I shared many interests. As time passed and our friendship grew, I realized what a great guy Carl was. He embodied so many qualities; intelligence, sincerety, sensitivity, integrity, humor & mischieviosness. He was knowledgable about so many subjects that interested me and was always willing to share that information with me. My wife thought Carl was special too. She knew right away after meeting him that he was genuine & unique. She enjoyed inviting him to dinner and we always knew the evening would be filled with laughter and interesting conversation. We all shared so many interests; art, music, science, nature, history, food, cooking, beer & cinema to name a few. His generosity to us cannot be overstated. No amount of words can express the sorrow we have concerning Carl's passing. Both Julie & I feel honored to have known him & cherish the many memories we shared together. Our lives are better for having known him. Happy Trails Amigo.

Maxine Cechvala

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Chris Sterritt

May 4, 2020

I had the pleasure of working with Carl at Advertising Design Associates for 15 years. He was a fantastic graphic designer and had many of his package designs on store shelves. Stanley Tools, Stanhome Products, Dexter Corp. and many other companies were privileged to have their products showcased in his package designs.

He was also an incredible fine artist specializing in pen and ink drawings and charicatures. One of them still hangs in my parents home.

But, what I remember most about Carl was his sense of humor and his many hilarious pranks. We had a lot of fun and laughs. I will miss him.

Aurelio Sanchez

May 3, 2020

It was with great surprise and sorrow that I heard about Carl's passing. On behalf of myself and my son, Mateo we send our condolences and prayers to the Bentley family. I had the pleasure of knowing Carl as a friend/dealer at the Salmon Brook Shops. He always brightened the shop by his presence. I learned many things because he shared information and stories about his collecting interests during his visits to the shop. I know he will be missed by all those that knew and loved him. He was a great person. May he rest in peace. Que Dios lo bendiga!

Julie Guarco

May 3, 2020

Carl I shall miss you beyond words. Thankyou for your beautiful heart and friendship. RIP sweet man ❤

Tim Farrell

May 3, 2020

Carl: We had many great times together, Friday nights at the Cracker Barrel or hanging out at your house to share some of your home brew. Your wry humor brought us to tears!
Thanks for being a part of my life!
REST IN PIECE MY FRIEND

Carmon Windsor Funeral Home

May 3, 2020

With deepest sympathy during this time of difficulty.

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