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Ronald ‘David’ Bennett 1956-2022

ERIE, Pa. –Ronald “David” Bennett, passed away at St. Vincent Hospital in Erie, Pa., Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2022, after complications from influenza and other health-related issues.

David was always laughing and cracking jokes. Growing up, he was an Eagle Scout and was interested in Native American culture. He and his younger brother, Timothy, were thick as thieves.

He enjoyed working and painting on classic car models. He crafted beautiful leather and glass bead jewelry. He read Stephen King novels for leisure. He loved to listen to the Beatles and rock n’ roll. His favorite breakfast was black coffee, peanut butter toast and a cigarette.

Later in his life, he loved spending time with his two cats. Animals were always drawn to David.

David leaves behind children, Jennifer Marie Barr of Niles, Ronald David Bennett Jr. (Brittany) of Hubbard and Noah Daniel Bennett of Sharpsville, Pa.; and one grandson, Alex Bennett. He also leaves behind three sisters, Hope Kohn of Knightdale, N.C., Charity Hendrix of Youngstown and Faith Fayed (Mahmoud) of Austintown; as well as many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ronald and Evora Bennett; his brother, Timothy and wife, Urania Bennett; and his significant other of 20-plus years, Gail Anne Jeffries.

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