David Bennett, son of the late Ben Bennett. Sr. and the late Janie Bennett was born on June 30th, 1941 in Summerton, South Carolina.
David was educated in the Clarendon County Public School System, where he graduated from Scotts Branch High School. David was a School Bus Driver, working for $30.00 per month during his Senior Year in High School.
David joined the U.S. Army after High School and served in Viet Nam. He was injured in Viet Nam and was awarded the Purple Heart. David served in the Army for 8 years, 1962 -1970.
Following his Honorable Discharge from the Service, David moved to Miami, Florida. He was employed by The U.S. Postal Service for 12 years as a Mail Carrier from 1971 until his retirement on July 14, 1983 . David was employed with the United States Government for a total of twenty years.
David loved to fish and hunt. He kept his fishing gear with him wherever he went. David married Johnnie Mae Conyers on April 26, 2000 and they were never separated throughout the next 21 years. Johnnie Mae will always treasure their escapades and she looks forward to their Heavenly Reunion. They enjoyed driving from Miami to South Carolina where David would fish and hunt until it was time to return to Miami.
In addition to his parents, David was predeceased by his siblings Carrie, Leroy, Benjamin Jr., Nathan Morris, Julia Emma Franklin, Willie Bennet, Floyd Bennett, Sr, and Joseph Bennett.
He is survived by his wife of 21 years Johnnie Mae, his son David Zachary Bennett, granddaughter Shemariha Bennett and grandson Zachary Bennett. His brother John Bennett, Sr. (Doris), his niece Florence Bennett, his niece (like a sister) Johnnie Lee Brunson, and Sister-In-Law Julia Bennett. David will be fondly remembered by close friends Earnest Ragin, Howard Mintor, Willie Tarver, Deke Tarver, Albert Millison, TC, Milton, Al Hilton, and his good friend Joe.
David also held close to his heart a host of brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, friends and neighbors both near and far.
A Public Visitation will be held on Tuesday, January 19, 2021 starting at 2:00 PM with Tributes of a Lifetime beginning at 3:00 PM at Boyd-Panciera Family Funeral Care, 6400 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood Florida 33024. Graveside Burial will on Tuesday, January 26, 2021 at 12:30 PM at South Florida National Cemetery, 6501 South State Road 7, Lake Worth, Florida 33449.
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Leroy bennett Jr
January 18, 2021, 2:15 am
Rest In Peace Uncle David, I will truly miss our weekly phone calls
John Bennett
January 18, 2021, 4:49 pm
Rest in Eternal Peace Uncle David.
Harold Bennett
January 18, 2021, 5:52 pm
Johnny Mae Ella and I and the family would like to say a few words to you at this time of your bereavement we are so sorry about the loss of our beloved uncle David with you we have shared many beautiful memories we will miss him and the impact that he has had on our family I hope we can find comfort together during this difficult time no words will ever do justice to the impact that he has left with our family . The legacy that Uncle David has left on our family is unmatched by the words that can be written, we all will miss and will carry on memories together for the rest of our lives he made a big difference in our life and we are thankful to have been a member of his family learning and growing from him love you Johnny May and will miss you Uncle David may God continually be with you and much blessings
Sincerely Harold Bennett and family
Barbara
January 18, 2021, 10:13 pm
To Johnnie Mae and Family, Tony and I have so many precious memories that will remain in our heavy hearts during this difficult time. We will miss the fishing trips, hunting trips and the wonderful time that we shared together in Florida and Cape Cod. May God continue to bless you and family. Love, Barbara and Anthony Burgess.
Gardenia and Ray Logan
January 18, 2021, 11:00 pm
Dearest Johnnie Mae and Family, we cherished the times we spent with you and David on his hunting trips to SC. We looked forward to Thanksgiving and Christmas because we knew you guys were going to be here! We will consider ourselves blessed to have spent so many years with David. He will always be remembered in our hearts, our thoughts and our prayers! Love, Aunt Gardenia and Uncle Ray
HALLIE V CONYERS
January 19, 2021, 12:35 am
Johnnie
Our prayers are with you and your family during these time. We ask God to give you strength to endure this difficult time. Cherish each beautiful memory that you and David. Love you Harrrison & Hallie Conyers.
Crystal Bennett
January 19, 2021, 12:53 am
Uncle David. I’ll miss you saying ‘hey sugar’ whenever I called. I’ll miss that wonderful smile. I’ll never forget that catfish stew you made when I last visited you. It was so good! Your job on this earth is done and you can rest in paradise along with your mom and dad and brothers and sisters. You will be missed. I love you. Johnnie Mae. Thank you for being such a wonderful wife to my uncle and such a sweet aunt to me. Be strong and live in the memories of your life together.
Ruthie Ragin
January 19, 2021, 1:51 am
Dear David,
Ill never forget spending time with you as a little girl my dad would say were going for a drive to see my buddy and wed go to your house. Id listen to you guys tell stories and laugh. Your laughter could light up a room. My dad loved you so much and I’m so glad that you and my cousin Johnnie Mae found love and got to experience so much happiness for all those years. Ill never forget how nice you were to this mischievous little girl or how much happiness you brought my dad during his time on earth. I wish I had gotten to spend time later in life with you & Johnnie Mae. You were truly an amazing man! Until we meet again goodbye old friend. Please tell my dad I miss him dearly when you’re fishing in paradise together.
Jeevan Rampersad
January 19, 2021, 4:53 pm
My families deepest condolences at this difficult time for you, Johnnie Mae. I have so many fond memories of catching fish in the canal with Uncle David whenever we’d visit Grandma Gloris in Miramar. I will always cherish those moments, and hope I can create moments like that for someone else one day. Our love goes out to you and the family.
Amrika and family
January 19, 2021, 4:59 pm
Sending our deepest sympathies and praying for peace and healing. We love you Aunty Johnnie Mae. Rest in paradise Uncle David.
Thomas Hughes
January 19, 2021, 8:00 pm
David was my Mother’s Mailman for many years and during that time we became close friends. It was always a pleasure to see him whenever I would come visit my Mother here in Florida. I can remember countless times we went fishing and had lots of laughs. I will miss him and all the Deer Meat and Fish he would bring us over the years. My deepest sympathy goes out to his lovely wife Johnnie Mae.
Thomas & Carmen Hughes