Jerry Lee Bennett, age 69, was taken home to God on November 17, 2024.
He was baptized on April 13, 2024, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. Jerry passed peacefully at home, surrounded by his beloved wife and caregiver, Debi Bennett.
The couple was inseparable from the very beginning of their journey together. Born as one of nine siblings, Jerry relocated to Connersville, Indiana, during his high school years, where he was blessed with the joy of fatherhood through his daughter, Crystal (James) Coffey.
He was known for his independence, strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a certain stubbornness that endeared him to those who knew him. In his younger years, Jerry lived in California, where he worked as an auto mechanic for the Los Angeles Police Department. He had a passion for fitness, participating in marathons and enjoying basketball. Upon returning to Indiana, he found joy in winning dart, pool, and card tournaments and embraced his love for hunting and fishing until the very end.
Jerry eventually settled in Shelby County, where he worked for Knauf Fiberglass, ultimately retiring from this position after 37 years. It was there that he met his true love, Debi (Neice) Bennett, with whom he shared 34 wonderful years. Together, they united their families and raised four children, who brought them immense pride. Jerry had a special bond with his stepchildren, Jason (April) Theobald, Austin Theobald, and Toni Lynn (Bennett) Vaught, embracing them as his own. He cherished his role as a grandfather, reveling in the joy of his nine grandchildren- Mariah (Gabe) Kerber, Luke Fogle, Savannah Fogle and partner Austin Hamilton, Chase Theobald, Scarlett Willey, Evan Ensminger, Jackson Vaught, Chloe Theobald, Sam Vaught; and six great-grandchildren- Damon, Haddon, Sonny, & Ivan Kerber, Leilani Drake, and Amira Hamilton; 3 sisters- Lorraine (Joe) Asher, Joanie (Kenny) Bennett, Anna (Harry) Montgomery; brother- Stevie Bennett; half sister- Lisa (Ronnie) Hubbard; and an overabundance of nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, 2 brothers- Charles and JD Bennett; sister Ira Mae Cummins; and grandsons Cameron & Landon Fogle. Jerry will be remembered and celebrated for generations to come, leaving behind a legacy of love and laughter.
Funeral services will be 1:00 pm on Friday, November 22, 2024 at Glenn E. George & Son Funeral Home, 437 Amos Road, with Pastor Ken Morgan officiating.
Burial will be in Bennett Cemetery.
Friends may call on Friday morning from 11:00 am until the time of the service, at the funeral home.
