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Russell Bennett Obituary
Bennett, Russell J. 61 from West Hollywood, CA formerly of Riverside, RI.
With deepest sorrow, we announce that Russell passed peacefully on October 7, 2020, surrounded by siblings and friends. Only recently was he diagnosed with esophageal cancer.
Born in Providence, the son of the late Jeannette (Costa) Bennett. Brother of Ronald Bennett of Seekonk, MA, Cheryl (Rick) MacDonald of North Kingstown, RI., Janice (Mike) Fisher of Centerville, GA and Maurice (Val) Bennett, Jr. of North Attleboro, MA and the late Gail (Clark) Bennett along with six nieces and five nephews.
Russell served in the Army; stationed in Germany.
Russell was creative and entrepreneurial in every way. There was nothing Russell couldn't do or fix.
Russell was involved in environmental and political activism on both the local and national level.
Russell cared about people in the purest way. He loved them for who they were, and because he wished the best for them, without guile and without asking for anything in return. He was very kind, caring, smart and generous. He had a shining personality and was held in the highest esteem by everyone who knew him.
Russell was an adventurous traveler, traveling around the world.
Due to Covid a "Celebration of Life" in honor of Russell will be celebrated at a later date.
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Peter Rosenholm
December 1, 2020
We were the two detectives always investigating according to Russels mother when we were both about 8 to 12 years old. Russell will be missed.
Brenda
November 3, 2020
My deepest condolences to the entire Bennett family. I grew up with the Bennett family in Riverside! His family and mine were friends, hung out, and went to school with each other! Russell was always a kind, caring and a loving soul. He was the type of person who always found something to smile about. Russell had a sunny disposition. His smiling caught on quickly, and before you knew it, everyone around him was smiling too. Instead of waiting for something to be happy about, he looked for something to be happy about.
Fly High With Your Angels
Brenda (Bettencourt) Tomaselli
Mary Sue and Manny Tavares
November 3, 2020
Cheryl and the Bennett Family,
Our prayers are with you all.Russell as you know will always hold a special place in my heart (as he knew) How lucky am I to of attended the DNC in Boston thanks to him.He really was at his best making people happy. Keep your hearts filled with his Joy forever,I am sure his smile is lighting up the Heavens .God Bless you all
Mary Sue ,Manny and Hailey
Doug
November 2, 2020
Very sad to hear of Russell‘s passing! We went to Riverside Junior High and East Providence High School together. We worked together at McDonald’s. I have very fond memories of hanging out with him and Alex Natale.
Although I haven’t seen Russell in many years I have great memories of him. One in particular; of him pulling up to my house on Beverly Rd to show me his new motorcycle.
RIP my friend!
My sincere condolences to his family and friends!
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Susan Greaves White
November 2, 2020
Cheryl,Ron & Family . So sorry to hear about Russell passing. He was a great guy with a kind soul. We had lots of laughs in school. My thoughts & prayers are with you all. God Bless
Susan Greaves White
Anne
November 1, 2020
Cheryl, Rick and family. May Russell rest in eternal peace with the angels. God bless.
Anne and Scott
Joann Koehler
November 1, 2020
I am so so sorry to hear of Russell’s passing. I went to school with Russell and grew up in Riverside with him. He was always a gentle happy person and it saddens me to hear this. I send my deepest condolences to his beautiful family. I’m so so sorry.
Nancy Scott
November 1, 2020
Russell always loved you ,a kind sole always polite and helpful . Will remember you always with that beautiful smile loved you RIP.
Pete Fournier
November 1, 2020
Ron and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Edward Serowik
November 1, 2020
Russ was a good guy. I have nothing but pleasant memories.
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