Bertha M. Bennett age 73 of Lakeview died at her home Tuesday December 6,2005.
She was born in Ionia on October 31, 1932 the daughter of Robert and Martha Braley White. She was married on June 13, 1952 to James A. Bennett. He preceded her in death in 1983. She was also preceded in death by her son John Bennett in 1978 and her 5 brothers and 5 sisters. She was a loving, caring and hard working Mom.
She is survived by her children; Susan and Riste Trumble of Fenwick, Stanley Bennett of Hubbardston, Carol and Larry Oyler of Sheridan, Alan Bennett and Grace Guinnup of Sidney, Debra and Dennis Hagadus of Sheridan, Margaret Spain of Carson City, James A Bennett Jr. of Belding and Nickie Bennett of Lakeview, 20 grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren with one more expected in February and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be Friday December 9, 2005 at 1 PM from Hurst Funeral Home with Rev. Jerry Carlson from Sheridan Assembly of God officiating. Burial will be in Tuttle Cemetery, Ionia. Visitation will be Thursday from 6-8 PM at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be given to the family.