Richard J. Bennett

April 25, 1942 - March 27, 2018

MELVIN: Richard J. (Dick) Bennett, age 75, of Melvin, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, March 27, 2018 at McLaren Macomb Hospital. He was born April 25, 1942 in Croswell, son of the late William J. and Marguerite I. (Moffatt) Bennett. Richard married Sara E. Benedict on June 17, 1975 at their family home in Melvin. She preceded him in death on December 1, 2010. In his early years, Richard worked in farming and milk hauling. He retired as manager of Moore & Carter Lumber after 17 years. Throughout his life, Richard enjoyed camping, traveling to various lighthouses and other popular landmarks throughout the United States. Richard is survived by 3 sons, Timothy (Samantha) Bennett of Clyde, John Bennett of Ft. Gratiot, and Andrew Oliver of Port Huron, daughter, Amy (David) Horr of Port Huron; 9 grandchildren, Valerie, Natalie, Stephen, Nick, Adam, Kayla, Joey, Andrew and Gabe; sister, Karole (Roy) Losey of Kimball; and special friend, Shirley Soley; one niece and two nephews. Funeral services will be held 11 AM Saturday, March 31 at the Pomeroy Funeral Home, Croswell. Burial will be in the Croswell Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jason Vondrak, Chase Vondrak, Steve Harris, Stephen O’Conner, Dave Thom, and Eric Leever. Friends may attend Richard’s visitation from 3-9 PM Friday and 10 – 11 AM Saturday. Memorials are suggested to the Historical Society of Michigan and/or the Arbor Day Foundation. www.pomeroyfuneralhomes.com