Albert Bennett
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Albert Bennett, 88, of Cochranville, Pa., met his heavenly Father Saturday, December 7 after a long battle with Myasthenia Gravis. Born in Green Mountain, N.C. on July 6, 1925, he was the son of the late Luther Bennett and Hester (Peterson) Bennett. He was the husband of Evelyn (Shull) Bennett. They celebrated 61 years of marriage on July 29th.
Albert was a former and charter member of Calvary Missionary Baptist Church, Rising Sun, MD.
Albert was a self-employed painter for 25 years, also grew mushrooms and worked for Chrysler Corp. Albert liked NASCAR, gardening and loved all his family most of all.
He is survived, in addition to his wife, by his daughters, Alice Hostetter, wife of Richard E., of Gap, Pa., Audrey Salsbury, wife of William, of Quarryville, Pa., seven grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren; three brothers, Malone, James and Herbert Bennett, and one sister, Mary Thomas. He was predeceased by two sisters, Ruth and Patsy Bennett.
The Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, December 12 at 11 AM at the Highland Baptist Church, 1 Highland Road, Parkesburg followed by interment at the Calvary Missionary Baptist Church of Rising Sun, MD. The viewing will be held on both Wednesday evening at the Wilde Funeral Home, 434 Main St., Parkesburg from 6 until 8 PM and again on Thursday morning at the Church from 10 until 11 AM.
Memorial Contributions can be made to Project R.A.K.E. (A Church Ministry for the Handicapped), 125 Saginaw Rd. Lincoln University, PA 19352.
Online condolences can be posted at www.wildefuneralhome.com
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LOSS
HI AUDREY AND FAMILY,SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS,ALBERT WAS A GOOD MAN.
Loss of Albert
Evelyn, & Family, So sorry to hear of the loss of Albert. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers during this dificult time. I will always think of Albert and the Boston Creme Pies I would send him. I know how much he loved them. Love, Val & Tiffany
I am very sorry for your
I am very sorry for your loss. Jesus said; "Marvel not at this: For the hour is coming in which all that are in the graves shall hear his voice; And shall come forth..." (John 5:28-29) My prayers are with you that the resurrection hope will comfort you. May precious memories also help ease your sorrow.
Our Sympathy to Evelyn Bennett and Family
Evelyn and Family,
We were very saddened to hear of Uncle Albert's passing.
He was always a kind and gentle man and we have many fond memories of him and we always enjoyed his company.
He will be missed by all that knew him. Please know our thoughts are with you during this time of sadness.
Albert would always have something positive and humorous to lighten the day and that is how I will remember him.
Love,
Chris Mink & Family
Sorry to hear about the
Sorry to hear about the passing of your father.
My prayers will be with you.