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Gary Bennett Obituary
January 23, 1944 - April 13, 2024
Fallon, Nevada - Gary Bennett, 80, of Fallon, Nevada. He peacefully passed away on Saturday, April 13, 2024 following his long battle with cancer. Gary was born January 23, 1944 to Robert and Doris Bennett and had 8 siblings.
Gary is survived by his two daughters, Jody Bettencourt, (Dennis), Tonya Redding, (Billy). And his 5 grandchildren Jordan Keenom, Blake Bettencourt, Marissa Fernandes, Shane Keenom and Kaden Redding. He also has 7 great grandchildren. Gary served in the United States Navy before starting his law enforcement career in Boone, Iowa. He moved to California and continued his career with the Stanislaus County Sheriff's Department, then with Turlock Police Department and finishing his career with the Stanislaus County Marshal's Office. Gary loved his family and friends and enjoyed telling stories of growing up and his days working as an officer on the streets. He loved making new friends throughout his life. Gary had a knack for writing. Family and friends looked forward to seeing "Officer Friendly" and receiving his words of wisdom on cards and letters. A ceremony will be held Friday May 24, 2024 at the Veteran's Cemetery in Santa Nella at 11am. A celebration of life will follow at 1:00pm at the American Legion Hall at 75 Bothun Rd, Turlock, CA 95380.
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Memories and Condolences
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6 Entries
Chad M Bennett
January 29, 2025
Love you Uncle Gary. Now go find Dad and say hello.
Bert Bergman
June 13, 2024
Gary was the most pleasant person to be around. Easy to talk to, friendly, calm and collected. Good co worker. Sorry for your loss.
Kristin Riebe (Longhenry )
May 12, 2024
Uncle Gary was a jokester I remember when I was little he would chase me with shaving cream. At the time it would make me gag. I will miss him. I remember all of us at Grandma Bennett´s house. Sending prayers and love.
Jillian Green
May 12, 2024
Uncle Gary was always so kind and loving. He always made me and my kids feel so loved and welcomed. He will be missed so much. Sending you all our love and prayers. Jillian Longhenry-Green
William Bart Sargenti IV
May 10, 2024
Rest easy Brother Gary, until we meet again!
William Bart Sargenti IV
Secretary
Turlock Masonic Lodge #236 F&AM
Johnnie Drake
May 10, 2024
Tonya & Billy, so sorry for your loss.
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