Robert "Bob" Garner Bennett's Obituary
Robert Garner Bennett, Jr., age 73, of Millsboro, DE passed away on Sunday, January 19, 2014 at the Delaware Hospice Center in Milford. He was born on December 21, 1940, son of the late Robert G. and Gaye (Podufal) Bennett, Sr.
Bob enjoyed fishing the local waters and working around the yard. Mr. Bennett was well known for his skills in refurbishing furniture and was truly a “Mr. Fix It.” He enjoyed the time spent with family, friends and especially with his granddaughter, Maggie.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Bennett was preceded in death by his brother, Roger Bennett. He is survived by his wife, Judy, a son: Robert Garner Bennett III and wife Jennifer of Chesapeake Beach, MD; a daughter: Kristen M. Bennett and husband Bill Berninger of Portland, OR; one granddaughter: Maggie Bennett; a brother: Ronald J. Bennett and wife Linda of Pensacola, FL.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, January 23, 2014 at 11:00 AM at St. Edmond Catholic Church, 409 King Charles Avenue, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971. Interment with Military Honors will immediately follow Mass at Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 26669 Patriots Way, Millsboro, DE 19966.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Edmond Catholic Church, as listed above or to Delaware Hospice Center, 100 Patriots Way, Milford, DE 19963.
Please sign Mr. Bennett’s online guestbook at this site.
PDF Printable Version
What’s your fondest memory of Robert?
What’s a lesson you learned from Robert?
Share a story where Robert's kindness touched your heart.
Describe a day with Robert you’ll never forget.
How did Robert make you smile?