Calvin Edward Bennett

Calvin Edward Bennett, 72, of Anderson, passed away February 15, 2016 at his residence after an extended illness.

He was born June 16, 1943 in Alexandria and graduated from Lapel High School in 1961and served in the U.S. Army. In 1999, he retired from Delco Remy after 35 years of service.

Calvin was an avid wood worker, loved to play golf with his boys and father-in-law and spending time with his family.

He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Jean Bennett; sons, Brent Bennett of Pendleton, Jeff Bennett of Anderson and Stephen (Denise) Bennett of Anderson; grandchildren, Laci (Cody) Gerard, Alex Bennett and Nicklaus Bennett; great grandchildren, Hendrix and Jovi Gerard; foster mother, Eileen Love and family; sister, Sue (Don) Miller; brother, Michael (Donna) Bennett; sisters, Tonya (Gary) Lucas and Tamara (Don) Everett; sisters in law, Linda Pickett and Carolyn Love; brother in law, Mike (Pat) Gallamore; sister in law, Toni (Dan) Nottingham; many nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Glenna Bennett; foster father, Ward Love; brothers, John Bennett and Jim Love; father and mother in law, Harold and Betty Gallamore; and father in law, John Tumulty.

Special thanks to his hospice team, nurse Kathy and Chaplain Margie.

Services will be 12:00 p.m. Thursday at Brown-Butz-Diedring Funeral Service & Crematory with Rev. Margie Vandergraff officiating. Burial will be in Maplewood Cemetery.

Visitation will be 10:00-12:00 Thursday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the donor’s favorite charity.