Obit: John Bennett
Former Chesterton resident, John Lynn Bennett, died on April 19, 2011 in Weston, Florida. He was 77 years old.
He was born on August 9, 1933 in Chicago, IL to George and Constance Bennett, who preceded him in death. He was a 1951 graduate of Chesterton High School and attended Indiana University. He was a member of the Army during the Korean War and served two years active duty and four years in the Reserves. He was treasurer of Randolph Box and Label Company, a family owned business in Chicago, IL. On October 29, 1960, he married Norma Alice Kleberg.
Lynn was an active member in the Chesterton Plan Commission for 12 years. After retirement, he and his wife Norma relocated to Stuart, FL. He was active in the Cedar Pointe Condo Association where he served on the Board of Directors and was the current President.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brother, George Bennett.
He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Norma Bennett, who currently resides in Stuart, FL. He is also survived by sons Mark (wife Brenda) of Bradenton, FL, Keith (wife Michelle) of Chesterton, IN, and daughter Candi McNeal (husband Jeff) of Huntley, IL. His great love was his grandchildren who survive him: Katelyn Pavloff and Joh Bennett of Bradenton, FL; Noah, Hannah, and Sarah Bennett of Chesterton, IN; and Annika and Kellen McNeal of Huntley, IL.
A luncheon will be held at the Cedar Pointe Village 7 Clubhouse on Saturday, April 23rd at 1 PM.
Arrangements are under the direction of Cox-Gifford-Seawinds Funeral Home and Crematory, Vero Beach, Florida. Condolences may be sent through www.coxgiffordseawinds.com