Thomas Bennett
Born In: Glace Bay
Passed on: November 18th, 2012
It is with deep sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of Thomas Bennett, our loving father and grandfather on Sunday, November 18, 2012 at Glace Bay Hospital.
Born in Glace Bay, he was the son of the late Thomas and Mary (Curtis) Bennett. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family.
In earlier years, Thomas worked as a stone mason at the Fortress of Louisbourg. He was later employed at the 26 Colliery and then with Devco Security until his retirement in 1984.
Thomas enjoyed many things in his life including baseball, hunting, fishing, woodworking and playing guitar. He loved camping out in Mira and was known for his sense of humour, the love of a good joke and his ability to make you believe anything he told you, regardless of what it was.
Thomas also had a strong love for his family, especially his grandchildren and never missed an opportunity to spend time with them.
Thomas is survived by daughters Michele (Alex) Gillis, Glace Bay, Alison (Richard) Trumble, Porter's Lake; grandchildren Alex, Sean Michael, Brandon, Jaxon.
Besides his parents, Thomas was predeceased by his wife Melda; sisters Shirley Boutilier, Marg Hollaway; grandson Matthew Gillis.
Visitation will be held Tuesday from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. Funeral mass will be celebrated Wednesday at 11 a.m. in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home Chapel with Father Leo Boone officiating. Cremation to follow. Burial will be held Friday at 11 a.m. in St. John Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made in Thomas's name to a charity of choice.
Online condolences may be offered to the family by visiting www.vjmcgillivray.ca.
