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CLIFTON BENNETT |
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July 13,
1931 - April 13,
2006 |
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Life and Love Continue
A stream can have no ending,
For the ocean never ends.
A path winds on,
though we can't always
See around its bends.
Our view must stop
where earth meets sky,
But both stretch on and on.
We cannot see our loved ones,
Still we know they are not gone -
For God has promised us a home
Through all eternity
Where life and love continue
Far beyond what we can see.
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Clifton L. Bennett, age 74, of Erie, was
called home Thursday, April 13, 2006 at Select Specialty Hospital,
surrounded by family.
He was born July 13, 1931 in Erie, son of Mary Bennett and the late
Ira Bennett. Clifton was a veteran of the US Army, serving in the
Korean conflict. He retired from Kaiser Aluminum in 1985, after 30
years of service. He was an active member of the Kaiser Retirees,
serving in the union, active in fighting for workers benefits, and
was currently serving as UAW NWPA Retired Workers Chairman. Clifton
also owned Jet Spray Car Wash on 26th and Bauer for 17 years.
He was a member of the Siebenbuerger, Polish Falcons, Foresters,
Holy Trinity, and Sharpshooters Clubs. He was a well known area
bowler who won the city singles and doubles championships, was a
member of the 700 Club and bowled in many leagues throughout the
city.
Clif was an avid golfer and enjoyed a hole-in-one on #15 at Downing.
He also enjoyed playing cards with his friends at his many social
clubs.Clif was a cherished
brother, father and grandfather. He had a heart of gold.
In addition to his father he
was preceded in death by a brother, Neil Bennett; a sister, Joyce
Barnett and uncle Anthony Platner.
Survivors include his mother, Mary Bennett; a son, Ronald C. Bennett
and wife Brenda; his brothers, Ira and companion Bev, Larry and wife
Mary, John, and Steve; a sister, Clara Kaus and husband Chuck; his
long term companion, Phylis Zimmer and her family; his beloved
grandchildren, Brooke and Leah Bennett, whom he adored; his ex-wife,
Mildred Bennett; many nieces and nephews. Clif was laid to
rest at Lakeside
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July 13, 2007 Celebrating Clifton's birth day is one way
to keep his memory alive. Know in your heart that one day you will see him
again and take this day to remember the happy times Cliff shared with
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4/13/2007 One year has passed since we said goodbye.
Cliff's memory lives on in our hearts.
Just because we can't see him. don't think he doesn't see us and is there
for us still. Our hearts go out to his family on this one year
anniversary.
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| As the holiday season approaches, let us remember the
happy times. Keep Clifton's family in your thoughts and prayers. |
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4/18/06 Ron & Millie: It has been years
since I last saw anyone in the Bennett family. But memories remain,
including Polish Falcons golf and bowling enjoyments shared with Cliff. I
considered him a friend and I certainly knew how much he loved both of
you. God bless - all of you remain in my thoughts and prayers.
Lt. Jim Schwartz (Ret) (Erie, PA )
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4/16/06 Ron, I am deeply sorry for the loss of your Dad, and that I
was unable to attend the funeral.
Jim Henry (Erie, PA )
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4/16/06 Cliff was a good friend during our years at
Kaiser. He will be missed.
Charles & Helen Locke (Erie, PA ) |
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4/15/06 Ron and Family, My deepest sympathies on
the loss of your Dad.
Phil Marnella (Erie, PA ) |
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4/15/06 Clif was 18 when I was born. Growing up
with the Bennett's as neighbors was a plus. Being an only child they were
like my second family. They got stuck watching me when my parents had to
work.
In later years as I started my web design business Clif asked me to help
him sell his time share in North Carolina. It was awesome that he got
responses through the internet where actual realtors couldn't.
Learning of his illness and passing just goes to prove that life is
precious and we need to live it to the fullest every day.
Now without pain, Clif is at home with his dad and sister and uncle.
Someday we will see him again.
Margaret Harrison
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