Livonia: Unexpectedly, Kenneth L. Bennett passed away on December 5th, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and love for his family. Ken was the son of the late Burtron and Eleanor Bennett. He is survived by his wife, Karen, and their children Lisa Bennett, Jason (Sarah) Bennett, and Carrie (Denis) Bruce. He was the best Opa to Jack and Eleanor Bennett and Sydney Bruce. Ken is also survived by two brothers, Richard (Claudia) Bennett and Gerald Bennett as well as brother-in-law Gary (Donna) Goldstein, sisters-in-law Deb (Greg) May, Doreen Lapa (James Piano) and Laurie (Dave) Santarossa, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Ken grew up in Greece, where he began dating the love if his life in 9th grade and married her in 1974. Together then went to Springfield, Massachusetts where he graduated from Western New England Law School after attending Ithaca College. In 1978, Conesus Lake and Livonia became their home where they raised their children and reside today. Ken was an attorney in Monroe County and was an Assistant District Attorney for Livingston County. For the past decade, he was a baseball umpire for high schools and community programs.
Ken was a quiet man, with great determination and unwaveringly loyalty and love. It was that determination which allowed him to earn the rank of Eagle Scout, be a member of the Western New England Law Review, and work through numerous health issues. His loyalty and love for his family was a constant rock that allowed the rest of us to grow.
Family and friends may call on Monday, December 9th, from 4-7pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 20A, Livonia, NY. Ken’s funeral service will be held at 11am on Tuesday, December 10th, at the United Methodist Church of Livonia, 21 Summers Street, Livonia. Burial will follow at Union Cemetery, Livonia. Donations in his memory made be made to Fight Colon Rectal Cancer and FightCRC.org at http://champions-of-hope.funraise.org. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
Dear Karen and family,
The Fox Family in Erie Pa, sends our warm thoughts. Jason, Sarah, Jack, and Ellie are like family to us. Jason has always talked so highly of his dad. I bet that Ken was an amazing man, as he raised a pretty amazing son. With love.
Ken was such a kind and friendly man – always with a smile and a positive greeting! I will miss chatting with him when we met up at the post office. My prayers go out to Karen and the whole family hoping you’ll find peace and comfort during this special season. ?
Love and blessings,
Lucy
Ken was such a kind and friendly man – always with a smile and a positive greeting! I will miss chatting with him when we met up at the post office. My prayers go out to Karen and the whole family hoping you’ll find peace and comfort during this special season. ?
Love and blessings,
Lucy
Shocked and saddened to hear of Ken’s passing. He was a fine young man when I knew him as a high school student-athlete as were all the Bennett boys and their fine parents were proud of them and it sounds as if they still are. God Bless you all.
Jason, Sarah, and family, I am deeply sorry for your loss. Jason you are evidence that your father was an amazing man! His kindness lives on in you my friend, I pray you all have many sweet memories to sustain you in this grieving.
Dearest Karen & Family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Ken was in many of my grade school classes growing up. I remember a double date in the 9th grade and you two only had eyes for each other, the beginning of a lifetime of love.
Scott & I are sending you healing prayers and comforting hugs.
Dear Karen and family, I was so sorry to learn of Ken’s death. My head and heart are full of memories right now. May his memory be eternal, and may you find comfort in knowing that so many share in your sorrow.
Dear Karen & Kids, So very sorry to learn of Ken’s passing. He was a wonderful person who lived with a debilitating disease for so many years. Our fond memories include working with Ken in the court system, and of watching our children grow during their school years. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sincerely, Anita & Karl Bloom
I am so very sorry to hear about Ken’s passing. My condolences and thoughts and prayers go out to Ken’s family. I have had the honor of working in the Genesee Valley Umpires Association(GVUA), with Ken for the 13 years that I have been a member. R.I.P. Ken !!!
So sorry to hear of Ken’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers to the entire family. I know he loved spending time with you all. Gary & Nancy
Karen and family, I am so sorry to hear about Ken’s passing. I haven’t seen either of you since high school but I am impressed by the life you shared together. I hope you find comfort in the support of family and friends. Sharon Peers Goodwin.
Karen and family, I am so very sorry to hear of Ken’s passing. I know he will be missed by so many. I was looking forward to seeing you both and catching up at our reunion next summer because I have very fond memories of you two….always together. Ken was a kind and wonderful person 50 years ago and I know was an even bigger presence now. Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Dear Karen and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you as you grieve the loss of Ken. May rest in peace in Heaven with our God, family and friends who journeyed there before him.
Dear Karen and family: I’m so deeply sorry for your loss. God bless you during this difficult time.
Dear Karen and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time . Ken’s smile and gentle ways will be special memories to us and so many blessed to know him and you and the family. God grant you comfort, peace, and strength !
Love,
Dave and Mary Jo
My condolences to Karen and the family. I will miss the many small chats Ken and I had as he was walking the dog. Such a great human being! We will miss you, Ken!
Karen and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Ken’s passing. He was a great person and a warm heart.
Betty Vogt
Karen and family,
So sad to hear about Ken. He was such a gentle, caring man . Many fond memories of being at your house and chatting with him. He will be truly missed by all. Sending hugs and prayers to you. Bonnie Roberts
Karen, my deepest condolences to you and the family. Ken was a wonderful person.
So saddened and shocked to hear of Ken’s passing. One of the sweetest, most unassuming and lovely men I have ever had the privilege of knowing. Karen, Dick, and family, you are in my thoughts and prayers and know what a wonderful man he is.
I was so sorry and sad to hear this news. All my love to the Bennett family. You are all in my thoughts
Karen Lisa Jason and Carrie Al and I are so saddened by the loss of Ken. He was such a wonderful man who loved his family more than anything. Hang on to all the wonderful memories of him to help you through this devastating time.
I am so sorry for your loss. Ken was always ready with a wave when he was out walking the dog. I hope your memories sustain you through this very difficult time.
Karen and I send our condolences to the Bennett family. Ken was such a super guy. I remember with fondness the numerous times that Ken, Lee Auble and I met for breakfast. We would have great food and many discussions about family and politics. Both these fine men have passed on now leaving me feeling quite sad.
Dear Karen and family, I’m so very sorry for your loss.He will
be sadly missed by many.Please know that there are many
people thinking about you, and saying prayers for you and your family.
Sincerely Norma Fuller
Our deepest condulences to Kens family. We loved to see you last year and will never forget you. Ralf, Marlene, Hans, Sara / Germany
So sad to hear this. Ken was one of the kindest people I have ever known. He was so easy to talk to and was always interested in you. He was a true gentleman. My deepest condolences to the entire family.
My deepest condolences to Karen and all of Ken’s family. He was truly a loving family man. I had the utmost respect for this “Dad first” Gentleman.