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Bennie J. Bressette, 79, of Dowagiac, died peacefully Friday, February 14, 2025.
His life began June 10, 1945 in Allegan, Michigan, born to Clayton and Helen Bressette.
Bennie will be greatly missed by family and friends. He is survived by sisters, Dorothy Linville of Hilton Head, South Carolona, Tory Kennedy of Otsego, Michigan, Helen (Jim) Pelligrini of Niles, brother, Mike (Julie) Kennedy of Niles; and a host of nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by parents and nephews, Mike.
The family will observe a private remembrance.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Halbritter Wickens Funeral Services, Niles. Please share a memory or a message online: halbritterwickens.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
615 E Main St, Niles, MI 49120
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