RICHARD J. BENNETT

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Richard J. Bennett, 92, passed away quietly on Friday, Oct. 25, 2019, at his home in Sumter.

Mr. Bennett was born in Dansville, New York. He served his country as a member of the United States Navy Armed Guard during World War II. He was a member of St. Anne Catholic Church in Sumter.

Surviving are his wife of 71 years, Dorothy; his daughter, Katherine Shepard (William); and his son, James Bennett (Jody). He is also survived by nine loving grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his sons, John and Joseph; and daughter-in-law, Kathryn Bennett.

A memorial Mass will be celebrated at 3 p.m. on Wednesday in the Elmore-Cannon-Stephens Funeral Home chapel with Father Rufino Madridejos, CRM officiating.

All friends and neighbors are invited to join the family at this time of remembrance.

Elmore-Cannon-Stephens Funeral Home and Crematorium of Sumter is in charge of the arrangements.