John Edward Bennett

Bennett, John “JB”

Passed away at home surrounded by family and friends on Saturday, November 19th. He was 56 years old.

John is survived by his loving wife Patty (Howard) of 34 years.

He loved his family and was a very proud father of Brandon (Tina Adams), Austin (Riley Mayer), Bailey, and Lucas.

He was the beloved brother of Gayle Bennett, Larry (Sherri) Townsend, Ida Sprague, Peggy (Scott) Conderman, Nancy (Dana) Carr, Kathleen (Gary) Gentry, and Jim Bennett. Brother-in-law of Michael (Barb Pauley), the late Steve (Peggy) Howard and Kevin (Sandy McGee) Howard.
John will be sadly missed by his best friend Randy (Penny) Moore and family. Also, Sharon (Jim) Koch and family, Lori (Steve) Geiss and family, and Jessi (Tim) Wittig. He is lovingly remembered by many nieces, nephews, family and friends.

A memorial visitation will be held at the FUNERAL HOME on Saturday, December 3rd from 12pm to 3pm, followed by a Celebration of Life at 3pm.

John was the “entire I.T. department” at the Milwaukee Jewish Federation. He loved working there and often stated it was the best job in the world. He also looked forward to his annual fishing trip to Aspen Resort in Orr, Minnesota with his children and Randy. John was known for the amazing bonfires he’d make with Boy Scouts Troop 310 and will be remembered as “Rocket Man” by the Yorkville 4-H Club. He also enjoyed long distance bike riding, bread baking, Nascar and the Chicago Bears.

Special thanks to Dr. Qamar and her staff, Aurora At Home Hospice, especially Brianna and Manny.

In lieu of flowers, memorials to the children’s education fund is appreciated.