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Kenneth Bennett Obituary
Family and friends may call at the Doran Funeral Home, 4 E. Bayard St., Seneca Falls, on Thursday (December 27) from 3 to 6 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Friday (December 28) at 12 Noon at the funeral home and at 1 p.m. at St. Mary's Church, Waterloo, N.Y., where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Reverend James Fennessy, Pastor. Burial will follow in St. Mary's Cemetery, Waterloo, N.Y.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to James P. Wilmot Cancer Center, 601 Elmwood Ave., Box 704, Rochester, NY 14642.
Ken was born in Montezuma, N.Y. on February 28, 1935, the son of the late Kelley W. & Lucille Long Bennett. He had resided most of his life in Waterloo. He retired from Gould's Pumps in 1992. He was a member of St. Mary's Church, Waterloo, the Fur, Fin, & Feather Sportsmen's Club of Seneca Falls, & Seneca Falls Elks Lodge #992. Ken was an avid fisherman and hunter.
He is survived by one daughter, Donna (Thomas) Anastasio, Seneca Falls, N.Y.; one son, Dennis (Brenda) Bennett, Marion, N.Y.; three grandchildren, Ana L. (Emily) Bennett, Andrea & Katie Anastasio; one sister, Katherine LaBelle, Waterloo, N.Y.; his special friend, Dorothy Halladay, Seneca Falls, N.Y.; his beloved cat, Snickers; several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Ken was predeceased by his wife, Anita Bennett who died February 11, 2004; and two brothers, Richard & Clyde Bennett.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kenneth Bennett
December 28, 2012
Dear Donna and Dennis, We loved your Dad for so many years. We traveled to Canada fishing and touring. He was a very active member of the Fur, Fin & Feather & we shared many happy times.
He loved "Nita" so much and they would dance every dance. I enjoyed the Jitter Bug with him. Our sons send their condolences. Love, Fran & Joyce Brady
Bob & Jo AN Luffman
December 27, 2012
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Sue and John Cook
December 27, 2012
Dennis-John and I were sorry to read that your Dad had passed away---I hope it comforts you to know that we are sending our love and sympathy to you and you are in our prayers
December 26, 2012
Dennis and Brenda: we are so sorry for the loss of your Dad. Please let us know if you need anything. Brian and Vicky
THE DAVE ROGERS FAMILY
December 26, 2012
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Phil Halladay
December 26, 2012
I am very sorry for your loss. Ken was a wonderful man - very kind and thoughtful. You are in my prayers.
Rhonda Maher
December 26, 2012
My deepest sympathies to the family. God Bless!
Debbie Kelley
December 26, 2012
Donna: Michael and I send our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
December 26, 2012
So Sorry for your loss, such a nice man. we will miss his great sense of humor, and friendly nature. May God Rest his Soul and console his family. Sincerely, Bob and Barb Robinson
Chris and Alison Guyette
December 26, 2012
So sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed sitting and visiting with Ken out in Dennis and Brendas yard, he was such a warm and friendly person. His presence will be missed.
Ed and Jo Hindle
December 26, 2012
So very sorry to hear of Ken's passing. Sure wish we could be there to express our sorrow.
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