Richard K. Bennet

Richard K. Bennet, Beloved Husband, Brother, Uncle and Friend, passed away Feb 5, 2021. Rich was a graduate of Pittsford Sutherland High School, Class of 1967. He attended Robert Morris University and RIT, was a veteran of the US Air Force, and was stationed in Thailand during the Vietnam War. He is survived by his wife Patricia Bennet, his sisters, Dawn (Wayne) Sherry, Lori (Chuck) Merlo. Nephews, Vince (Sarah) Sherry, Art (Nicole) Sherry, Jeffrey Merlo, and niece, Jessica (Christian) Messler. He was predeceased by his Mother, Mazie Bennet, Father, Arthur Bennet, Brother Barry Bennet, and Brother Greg Bennet. Rich enjoyed his career in Sales, he retired from LCL Electronics. Rich's passion was boating. He was Commodore at Willows Yacht Club, in Braddock’s Bay Marina. Rich enjoyed fast cars, and being a Member of the ROC City Mustangz. Rich was the social energy at any gathering for both family and friends. His perseverance and love of life will be a lasting lesson for us all.

For more information, please visit Farrell-Ryan.com Those wishing to donate in Rich’s memory, may send a donation to Veterans Outreach, Veterans Organization in Rochester, New York, in Richard Bennet’s name.

Calling hours will be 4-7 Friday, July 2nd at Farrell-Ryan Funeral Home, 777 Long Pond Road. Memorial service 10 AM Saturday, July 3rd at Farrell-Ryan Funeral Home. Inurnment Riverside Cemetery. A celebration of Richard's life will also be held 1 pm Saturday, July 3rd at Voyager Boat Sales, 100 Joy Lane Rochester, NY 14617