Robert Dale Bennitt Obituary (1917

Robert Dale Bennitt, 100, of Weesaw Twp., MI, passed away on Saturday, November 11, 2017 at his home. He was born on September 11, 1917 in Hamilton, IN to Francis and Harriet "Bessie" Elizabeth Bennitt. On July 19, 1947, Robert married Emily Riha at a ceremony in Buchanan, MI. Robert was a World War II Army-Air Force veteran and member of American Legion Post 225. Robert is survived by his brother, Garold Bennitt; sister, Shirley Peterson; and many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in passing by his parents, Francis and Bessie; wife, Emily; brother, Paul Bennitt; and sisters, Mabel Beard, Ruth Brockway, Betty Swank, Vivian Sheeley, and Dolores Dashel. Funeral service for Robert will be held at 1 pm on Saturday, November 18, 2017 at Hoven Funeral Home, Buchanan. Visitation will be two hours prior to the service. Burial will follow at New Troy Cemetery. Memorial Donations may be made to Caring Circle, 4025 Health Park Lane, St. Joseph, MI 49085. Online condolences may be made at www.hovenfunerals.com.