Michael Bennett

Madison - Michael “Mac” Frederic Bennett, age 99, passed away on Friday, February 14, 2020 in Madison, WI. He was in his own home, the house he built with his family and friends, the home he shared with his beloved wife, Beatrice (Beady), the home they raised our family in.

Mac was born September 7, 1920 in Dodgeville WI to Fred and Florence (McSherry) Bennett. He graduated from Edgewood High School in 1939. He married Beatrice “Beady” Steinbach in 1943. Mac enlisted in the Navy in 1944 and was honorably discharged as Motor Machinist Mate in 1946. Shortly after discharge he started working at the City of Madison Water Utility, where he spent his entire career until retirement in 1985.

Mac was a gentle man, the truest Gentleman. By example and with gentle guidance, he instilled in us the true riches of life; Love- unconditional and unending. Respect- in every person there is something deserving. Caring, generosity, strength, appreciation, joy and laughter, and Faith.

Every family meal began with his toast -“To your Wonderful Mother”… Mac loved Beady with an unwavering devotion for 64 years, they are reunited at last.

Mac is survived by his children, Charles (Kathleen) Bennett, Michael (Paula) Bennett, Kenneth (Marilyn) Bennett, and Jean (Moe Sweeney) Bennett. His grandchildren, John (Lisa) Bennett, Kristine (Michael) Gename, James Bennett, Samantha (Deny) Hurm, Tony (Jennee) Studer and Annie Studer. Great Grandchildren, William, Colin and Jack Gename, Aubrey and Ellie Hurm.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Beatrice, his son Donald, and his daughter-in-law, Jamie.

Mac missed his brothers and sisters; Marcy (“Ole”) Olson, Thomas “Ralph” (Norma) Bennett, Florence “Bud” (Charles) Carey, Darlene (John) Ammerman, they also preceded him in death. He saved a special place in his heart for his nieces and nephews, on both sides of the family.

The Bennett Family would like to express our sincere thanks and appreciation to Bud and Judy Mick, Tina Yao and Tom Dellinger for the love and laughter you gave to Mac’s life.

Thank you, Tom Knoebel, we are forever grateful for all that you did.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, February 29, 2020 at OUR LADY QUEEN OF PEACE CHURCH, 401 S. Owen Dr., Madison, WI with Father Joji Allam officiating. Visitation will be held at the church from 10:00 AM until the time of service. Burial with full Military Honors will follow at RESURRECTION CATHOLIC CEMETERY in Madison, WI.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to WI Public Radio Membership Services or Edgewood High School of the Sacred Heart Annual Fund.

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