Obituary of Robert F. Bennett

Robert F. Bennett 89, of Blodgett Mills passed away May 22 in Syracuse, NY with his family by his side. Bob was born December 23, 1922 in Lansingville, the son of the late Theodore and Marie Hollenbeck Bennett. He served his country with the US Army during WWII, and had been employed as a machinist at Smith Corona. Bob was an avid hunter, and had been a member of the Marathon SR. Citizens; he was also a member and past president of the Virgil and Truxton Sr. Citizens, a life member of the McLean Fire Department. Bob is survived by his wife of 10 years Virginia Heller Bennett of Blodgett Mills, his daughters Bonnie (Gary) Barrett of McLean, Nettie (Steven Randall) Frost of Cortland, Nena (Dennis) Allen of Cortland, his stepdaughter Jane (Greg) Sherwood of Egan Minnesota, his grandchildren Matthew and Mark Barrett, Keith Goodwin, Kelli Bucci, Jason and Shannon Allen, 2 step grandchildren of Minnesota, 9 great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews In addition to his parents Bob was predeceased by his first wife of 54 years Marie, Brothers Chauncey W. Bennett Sr, Alton E. Bennett, sisters Gertrude and Rosie Hollenbeck Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm Friday at the Wright-Beard Funeral Home 9 Lincoln Ave, Cortland, NY with the Reverend Allan J. Ferguson officiating. Friends are invited to call from 11:00 am €“ 1:00 pm prior to the service. Interment will follow in McLean Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in Bobs name by be directed to the McLean Fire Department 2 Stevens Road McLean, New York 13102 To offer online condolences visit www.wright-beard.com Uncle Bob, you brought so much happiness to every life you touched. You will be truly missed by many. I am happy that you are back into the arms of Aunt Marie. Thank you for being a part of my life. My love for you will always be here. Love Jackie RIP Uncle Bob. Will never forget what a friend and advisor both you and Aunt Marie were to Judy and I. Truly believe you are once again united with those who went before and have joined the family circle at the throne. Thanks for all the wonderful memories Bill Herman We will miss your smile and loving nature. You were/are a person we will always respect and love forever. Rest in peace Mark, Joy and Elena Rest in Peace Grandpa. Thank you for everything you did for our family and our country. You will be missed but forever remembered. Love, Matt and Julie