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November 02, 1936 February 23, 2023
November 02, 1936 -- February 23, 2023

Ruth Elisabeth Bennett, Age:86

 

Ruth "Elisabeth" Bennett
 
Ruth "Elisabeth" Bennett was a loving Mother, "Nannie", and Great-Nannie.  She passed away on Thursday February 23rd, 2023 at the age of 86.
 
Elisabeth was one of 5 children born to James and Edithia West in Finedon, Northamptonshire, England on November 2nd, 1936.  She spent her working days in hospitality, child and elder-care. 
 
She moved to New York after meeting her future husband, Marc Bennett.  They wed on August 27th, 1962.
 
Elisabeth was preceded in death by her husband and two sons, Tavan and Varon.  She is survived by her children Dejah Bennett, Guion Andrew Bennett and his wife Karen Bennett.  
 
She loved being a Nannie (English Grandma) to 4 grandchildren, one great-grandchild and was looking forward to the birth of her second great grandchild arriving this Spring.  She is also survived by friends in both Texas and Florida.
 
Elisabeth will be best remembered for her love of reading and writing, especially poetry.  She could always be found with a book and a pen in her hand.  Elisabeth loved to write personalized poems for her loved ones and to perform poetry.  She was especially proud of getting her book "From England to America" published which features her mother's stories and her own.  
 
Elisabeth will be dearly missed by those blessed to have known her.  A small service will be held to celebrate her life.  
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Eileen and Bob Bock March 07, 2023

Lived next to Elisabeth for many years! Vero Beach , Florida

We loved Elisabeth and missed her when she left for Texas! She was with her family then which was best for her! Know she went right to Heaven! She was very religious! Our condolences to the family! She loved them very much!

thomas lawrence March 07, 2023

Family friend Ellicottville , New York

My sincerest condolences what a remarkable life

Roxane Edwards March 08, 2023

Friend Vero Beach, , Florida

Elizabeth was a loved friend. She was truely a joy to know and be around. I miss her a great deal but I know she is at peace with her Lord. I was blessed to know her and will never forget her.

Roxane Edwards March 08, 2023

Friend Vero Beach, , Florida

Elizabeth was a loved friend. She was truely a joy to know and be around. I miss her a great deal but I know she is at peace with her Lord. I was blessed to know her and will never forget her.

Helen Boissevain September 29, 2023

Friend Grayling , Michigan

I was sad to hear about Ruth’s passing. She was a dear friend of mine from Vero Beach. I send my love and prayers to her family who she spoke of so often.