In loving memory of

Irvin Charles Bennett

Irvin Charles Bennett, passed away on April 13th 2019 at his home surrounded by his love ones in Peoria, Arizona. He was the husband of Ina Marie Bennett. They shared 56 years of marriage together. Irvin was born in Fort Defiance, Arizona on February 21st 1940. He was the son of Wilfred and Mary Bennett. He graduated from high school at Ashfork High. He was employed at Bureau of Indian Affairs, as a job developer for Native Americans. He was a member of St. James Catholic Church. He enjoyed golfing, watching sports, supporting his daughters and grandchildren at all of their sporting events and spending time with his family. He will be remembered for his kindness, loving, giving and caring ways. He had the most beautiful and warm smile. He touched a lot of lives and took many children into his home to love and support. He had a cute sense of humor and loved his family very much. He is survived by his wife Ina, his four beautiful daughters: Chris (Butch), Carrie (Nathan), Marian (Mike), Shelly (Josh). He has nine amazing grandchildren: James "JT" (Kara),  Tyler (Hallie),  Tyger, Jessica (Raymond), Jacob (Kerry), Sera, Braylon, Cade, Jaxon, one great-grandchild, Hope as well as his cats Simba, Baby Grace and Cody. He is also survived by his two sisters, Irma (John), Sandra (Ernie) and many nieces, nephews and special friends. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, May 4th at 11:00 a.m. at Hansen Desert Hills Mortuary 6500 East Bell Road Scottsdale, Arizona 85254. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to Hospice of the Valley 1510 East Flower Street Phoenix, Arizona 85014.

 

Tributes

LaDonna Eckert wrote on May 3, 2019:

"Marian, I am sending thoughts and prayers to you and your family. My condolences for your loss."

Melinda Rezac wrote on May 3, 2019:

"We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers our with you all. Mark, Melinda and kids"

Exandria Cardin wrote on May 2, 2019:

"Sending love and prayers to the Bennett family. Sorry for you loss."

Edward M. Geis wrote on May 1, 2019:

"We were all so sorry to hear of Irv's passing. Chris of course was there for all us kids when we lost our mother in 1998 and Dad in 2009. So we know how much all of you are hurting. Out hearts go out to all of you. God Bless. The Geis kids (Jenny, Cathy, Ed, Pat, and the little kid that used to follow us around...Butch)"

Marcel Spaulding wrote on Apr 24, 2019:

"Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. We loved Mr. B especially when he was giving the ?hush? sign and smile when he was caught sneaking out! You will be missed sir, Rest In Peace."

Caryn and Lana wrote on Apr 20, 2019:

"What a kind and compassionate man I had the incredible pleasure of knowing. Ina, you are an amazing woman who?s strength, love, loyalty, and commitment stands as an example to all of us. Sending peaceful thoughts and comforting support to all of you."

Cheryl Parsons wrote on Apr 18, 2019:

"My heartfelt thoughts and prayers go out to you..... May he rest in peace... Much love, Cheryl Parsons"

Shawna Wallace wrote on Apr 18, 2019:

"Sending much love & prayers to everyone ?"

Finsterwald, Bonnie wrote on Apr 17, 2019:

"To Irv's wife and children: I'm so glad I got to know Irv and Punch. A wonderful delight for me. Will miss his great smile. Bonnie"

Anahid wrote on Apr 17, 2019:

"Sorry for your loss may God rest his soul"

Erica Spence wrote on Apr 17, 2019:

"I am so sorry for your loss. He was a great man. Glad I had the chance to know him."