In loving memory of

Stephen Bennett
August 9, 1993 - March 22, 2018

Stephen James Bennett, age 24, died in Bradenton, Florida on March 22, 2018. He left this earth way too soon, and his family and loved ones will always love and miss him.

Born August 9, 1993 in Saint Petersburg, Florida. He lived his life in the Tampa Bay area. He attended St Petersburg High School, while also enrolled in the electrical program offered in conjunction with Pinellas Technical College. He also studied cyber security at St. Petersburg College.

He had a real entrepreneurial spirit, and ran his own business on eBay, and was a manager at Shaida's Fashions. He subsequently worked for both Publix and Winn Dixie looking to follow in the footsteps of his Aunt Trish.

Stephen was very intelligent and had a wonderful sense of humor. He had a great smile and laugh. He was kind and considerate and was fun to be around. He will be greatly missed by all.

Survivors include his parents, Timothy and Wendy Bennett, and his brother, Lawrence Bennett.

In keeping with his nature, services will be private and for immediate family only. Those wishing to honor his life can help others and pay it forward.

Tributes

Shelley Higgins wrote on Mar 22, 2024:

"Always in our hearts ??"

Wendy Bennett wrote on Mar 22, 2024:

"Missing you and loving you!????????????"

Shelley Higgins wrote on Mar 22, 2023:

"Can?t believe it has been 5 years since we lost you. Missing and loving you ??"

Wendy Bennett wrote on Mar 22, 2023:

"Missing you every day!"

Michelle wrote on Jul 1, 2021:

"I love and miss you. Your sprit soars continuously. Your kind soul has left an imprint forever on my heart. Sincerely, Michelle T. "

Mom wrote on Mar 22, 2019:

"Miss and Love you everyday!!"

Wendy Bennett wrote on Apr 11, 2018:

"Remembering with these pictures how Stephen could share joy being in the moment with others. And Gavin sure had a great time with him too. I share the sadness of his passing. Uncle Jim"

Victoria Rau wrote on Apr 11, 2018:

"When I learned of Steve's passing, I was in the desert, in a place called "The Valley of Fire". I picked up a rock...a beautiful yellow glowing rock that I felt symbolized him and the eternal spirit of his essence. You are with us always Stephen. We loved you, and now you are one with the earth. May all who loved you know that you are at peace and we will all be together in eternity."

Wendy Bennett wrote on Apr 11, 2018:

"Looked for the photo of the summer Steve was here in Milwaukee and couldn't find it but the memory is in my heart forever. my husband Corrie, grandson Gavin and Stevie B were in the pool having a great afternoon. They chased each other so fast that the water in the pool turned into a whirlpool that carried them so fast that they couldn't fight against the gravity of the motion and were spun and bumped into each other. To their great delight! And I was delighted watching them and listening to their laughter. That is the memory that I will forever keep of my nephew Stephen Bennett ."

Shelley and Phil wrote on Apr 10, 2018:

"Wendy, Tim, and Larry, We share in your grief and will miss and love Stephen forever. Rest in peace "Stevie B" "

Tom wrote on Apr 5, 2018:

"You told your mother you liked to think of me as your buddy. You were, Stephen. You were a kind and gentle soul. I know you are at peace now. Miss you, buddy."

Thomas A wrote on Apr 3, 2018:

"Missing you bro. Wish we could be kicking it like old times. I remember when we went to concerts at Jannus and just kicking it playing video games at your house. I miss you man. Gone way too early. -Thomas "

Kathleen Keillor wrote on Apr 2, 2018:

"Stephen, I'm so happy you're with Grammy now! But you left us too soon. You are beautiful. My sincere sympathy and condolences to the Bennett's; Tim, Wendy and Larry. I love and miss you. ?"

Thomas A wrote on Apr 1, 2018:

"I miss my brother man. Happy Easter brother. I miss you man. This isn't fair. - Thomas "

Thomas A wrote on Mar 28, 2018:

"My brother. I miss you. -Thomas "

Michelle Bennett wrote on Mar 27, 2018:

"Stephen, wherever you are, I hope you at at peace. I love you so very much, from the bottom of my broken heart, you were my true love. We had the "Tarantino Killer Love" like you always told me. I don't know how I am going to go on without you. I wish I could wake up and see your gorgeous smile again. I miss you so much. Sincerely, Michelle Trausch, your girlfriend."

Wendy Bennett wrote on Mar 25, 2018:

"My condolences to Steve Bennett's family. My prayers are with his family. Steve was one of the nicest and sweetest men I have ever known. I always enjoyed talking with him. He had a good sense of humor. He was caring, compassionate, a complete joy to talk to. Steve was very good to my daughter Michelle. He loved her. My daughter Michelle loved him. Steve had a great personality. He was very kind to everyone and very polite. Steve Bennett has a good soul. I know that Steve made it to Heaven. I know he will find peace. I will miss him very much. My thoughts and prayers go out to Steve and his family. Steve, you are with God now. Heaven above gained a wonderful soul. You were a good man, you were so very good to my daughter, you treated her great. I am very glad you were always there for my daughter. You were an all out great guy. I will miss you very much. Sincerely, your friend George Trausch."

kay wrote on Mar 23, 2018:

"Our deepest condolences to the Bennett family and freinds from Kay Waites and staff at Sound Choice Cremation & Burials."