Stephen Lawrence Bennett, 69, retired Lieutenant of the Massachusetts State Police, died at home in Marlborough on March 14, 2020. Stephen was born in Boston on May 22, 1950 to James and Nathalie (Thayer) Bennett of Dorchester. He is a proud graduate of Cathedral High School, the former Boston State College and received a Master's degree from Anna Maria College. At Boston State, he met his wife Mary (Sheehan) Bennett. He was a football player, she was a cheerleader and they had been married for nearly 45 years. Mary was the love of Steve's life and his rock. Steve leaves behind two daughters, his "angels," Jamie Bennett Jones (Paul), of Ashland, MA and Megan Bennett, of Arlington, VA. Perhaps his favorite moniker, "Pop", was reserved for his beloved grandson, Shane Jones, who spent many "Pop Days" being silly together. Steve leaves behind nine incredible siblings. Nathalie Sisson (Paul) of Weymouth, Dan Bennett (Margie, predeceased) of Cape Coral, FL, Jim Bennett (Dottie) of Canton, GA, Bob Bennett (Teresa) of Dorchester, Irene Schramm (George) of Attleboro, Rita Bennett of Dorchester, Phyllis Bennett of South Boston, Margie Henderson (Mark) Braintree and Kevin Bennett (Mishelle) of Lynnwood, WA. Steve also leaves behind wonderful in-laws including James Sheehan (Marilyn, predeceased) of Marlborough, Eileen Costa (Tony) of Somerville, Nancy Marche (Ralph) of Tewksbury, John Sheehan of Billerica and Anne Sears (Michael) of Wilmington, Steve also leaves behind many cherished nieces and nephews. He would go to great lengths to make them laugh. He was a hero, who, upon his passing was described by family as special and someone you would want to model your life after. A private burial will be held at Edgell Grove Cemetery in Framingham, Ma. Due to the current Massachusetts state of emergency with COVID-19, a funeral Mass and celebration of life will be at a later time. Information about the memorial will be shared via www.slatteryfuneralhome.com and social media when it becomes available. This will provide a more personal opportunity to share stories and memories of Steve. In lieu of flowers or traditional remembrances, memorial contributions may be made to the SPAM Benevolent Fund http://www.spambenevolentfund.org/support/.

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Published by MetroWest Daily News on Mar. 22, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Stephen Bennett

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37 Entries

Fred Zeke

September 12, 2025

Stevie, you´re gone 5 years and I just woke up and was thinking of you and Paul Gavin. 2 Friends, Teammates and all around good guys! In these tough times our country is going through we need souls like both of you!Take care of us left behind! Heavenly Punters for a Beer!Slainte

March 29, 2020

What a great man in all respects. My sincere and deepest sympathies to his wife and family.
May he finally rest in peace. May his memory be eternal.

Jim Agoritsas

Michael Grassia

March 28, 2020

A Troopers Trooper....a friend...so sorry for your loss, Stephen was a Great man

Stephen Cunningham

March 27, 2020

I worked with Steve in Leominster. All of my memories of him involve his laugh. Whether it was Monte G finding out Bulah isn't her name or watching him laugh at Saturday Night Live. He took my marked cruiser to pick up his daughter from a dance. He cried laughing when a man came in to complain about being treated like a mamaluke. I started to miss him when I stopped working with him. I'm very sorry for your loss.

Fred Ezekiel

March 25, 2020

Condolences to Mary and Family, a tremendous man lost and is missed sorely by all of us who encountered this funny man!RIP

Phil and Kathy Bennett

March 25, 2020

Mary, my heart goes out to you and your family over Steve's passing. Steve was one of a kind and I'm sure the younger nine will all agree that they couldn't have asked for a better oldest brother. I was recently sharing some of Steve's trooper stories with my son, and we were laughing hysterically. Steve was a great guy and always a pleasure to be with.

Roanld "Ronny" Knoll

March 24, 2020

So sorry for the loss of Steve, met him years ago when he was assisting Lancaster PD on a case and became friends, he was a total Gentlemen and professional and will be missed by all that may have known him. Deepest thoughts and prayers are with his Family during this very difficult time.

Thomas and Ann Kennedy

March 24, 2020

I am so sorry to hear of the your loss. Steve was an outstanding person and excellent trooper. He made all of us very proud.
Tom Kennedy

March 22, 2020

Steve helped me through a tough time when my wife was ill. He was the nicest man I ever met. My heart goes out to Mary, Megan, and Jamie. I still like to tell one of his jokes that he shared in the teachers' room at the middle school.

Phil, Candy,and Diana Cares

Kathy & Bill Whitney

March 22, 2020

So sad to hear of Steve's passing. Your family has been blessed with such a nice man. Always special heartfelt thoughts to you all.
Love,
Kathy & Bill Whitney

Steve Marx

March 22, 2020

Dear Megan and Family,

As a kid who grew up in Boston and whose mom was a Flannery, I read the Irish Sports Pages every day. I'm so sorry to learn of the loss of your dad.

You may recall I coached you and my daughter Marissa in soccer many, many years ago. I remember your dad well because, unlike so many parents who dropped their kids off and went home, your dad was always there at practices and games.

I remember him well also because we shared Boston heritage and because of his physical presence - he was a big guy.

Please know that our family is thinking of you and your family.

Stay well and safe.

Best,

Steve Marx

Tony Valerio

March 22, 2020

Ann and I are so sad to read of Steve's passing His humor and smile will be missed by many.

Mike Pavone

March 22, 2020

My sincere condolences to Steve's family, never was there a nicer and more sincere man and professional law enforcement officer as he; he always made the State Police proud. I had the privilege and honor to work alongside of Steve over the course of my career, he was always thoughtful and compassionate; and always had the safety of his partners foremost. May he rest in peace knowing he brought joy to others and left this world a better place because of his unselfishness.

Hon. Dennis Brennan

March 22, 2020

Hon. Dennis Brennan extends his condolences to the family in this time of loss. Stephen was a credit to his profession throughout his career of public service.

a loved one

Sent Flowers

Steven Smith

March 19, 2020

I was a classmate with Steve at Cathedral and reconnected with him at our 50th reunion in Quincy in 2018. I am glad we got to talk again and relive some memories. So sorry that he is gone. He was a good Dorchester guy!

Beth Lively Lively

March 18, 2020

Mary, my thoughts are with you during this time! Love to you and your family.

Robert Spinney

March 18, 2020

God Bless , Steve RIP ,

Jane & Brock Austin

March 18, 2020

What a beautiful remembrance. A truly remarkable individual with such a big heart. So sorry for your family's loss of its champion. Love and peace be with you all.

Gretchen Lutz

March 18, 2020

My memory: Master's dinners in your welcoming home! Gin and Tonics, Birthday cake shots, delicious food, great conversation (politically dancing around), sports on the den tv, study sessions for exams and Steve waiting on us (a great cabana boy). Love, love, love.
So glad to have these memories for ever. My love to the family. Gretchen

Aldo Dangelo

March 18, 2020

Deepest regrets to the family
Worked with Steve many years in C Troop great stand up man who I will never forget
RIP

Deborah Ripley

March 18, 2020

Mary and family, I was so sorry to hear about Steve. I was remembering all our weekends away when we were younger in New Hampshire. So many laughs and good times. Growing up next door was like having 6 additional brothers and sisters. Sorry I cant be there for you, but know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Erle Garrett

March 18, 2020

To my friend and teammate rip

Byrnezie Byrne

March 17, 2020

Man, he made me laugh. Great to have known him

Carol Waldman (Thayer)

March 17, 2020

My deepest sympathy for your loss of a wonderful man

patsy mollica

March 17, 2020

~he was a gem of a man...i never met anyone like him...his ways with his loving family was such a beautiful thing in this world
steve and father mike are happy to see each other again~

~oh blessed of my father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you. and welcome me as stranger, and heaven will be yours~

Jerry McDonald

March 17, 2020

Mary, Jamie and Megan Judy and me had the distinct privilege to know and call Steve a friend. He was certainly one of a kind as he possessed a sense of humor that could turn any situation whether serious or otherwise into something that would not only make you smile, but laugh out loud,(even if you were in church) he will be sorely missed by us, and I'm sure all those who knew him. God Bless my friend.

Kathy Connolly Murphy

March 17, 2020

Steve was my classmate at Cathedral High and a wonderful friend from Dorchester. He was always ready to help people out and lift their spirits. Thankfully, Steve was with us for the 50th reunion of the CHS class of 1968. He offered his investigative skills to help locate many classmates. My condolences to Steve's family. He spoke so lovingly and proudly of you. We are all blessed to have known him. May he rest in peace.

Tom Duffy

March 17, 2020

Great Man-Great Classmate-Great Trooper-Rest in Peace Brother-a PRIVILEGE TO Know YOU Stephen!!

Donna Coffin

March 17, 2020

Harold and I are so sad to hear about Steve's passing. We have so many wonderful memories as we were all part of St Ann's family. Never saw Steve that he wasn't smiling. Love and hugs to Mary and the girls.
Harold and Donna Coffin

Jim and Sue Rennie

March 17, 2020

Sue and Jim are saddened by news of Stephen's passing. He was a true gentleman. May he rest in peace, and God watch over Mary, the girls and grandson Jaime, and all who mourn his passing.

Deborah Giroux

March 17, 2020

Mary and family, we are truly sorry for your loss. Steve was one of the kindest funniest guys ever. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all .

Deb and Scott Giroux

Gayle Henderson

March 17, 2020

My condolences to the Bennett family and Stephan's friends and loved ones.

I know he fought to stay, for quite a while. Rest In Peace Stephan.

Charles Robichaud

March 17, 2020

So sorry for your loss. He was such a great guy

Patrick Hunt

March 17, 2020

As the Irish lyric goes, "Johnny I hardly knew ye." But I heard many stories. Steve, you are a legend. God take you into his loving arms. May He be close to your wife, children and all of your loved ones during this sad time. Rest in Peace, Trooper.
Patrick Hunt Sgt. (ret.) MSP

Jack Dunn

March 16, 2020

A classmate
A co-worker
A Friend
An Icon

Robert Turner

March 16, 2020

God bless you Steve, and your family. Rest in peace. You were a great family man and trooper. We had quite a time together in the Leominster barracks and on the road, always laughing in just about any occasion, and you always made the right decision in a split second. A friend always, Bob

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