William G. Bennett

William G. Bennett, 79, Duncansville, died unexpectedly on Sunday evening at UPMC Altoona. He was born in Ridgeway, a son of the late George W. and Katherine E. (Morgan) Bennett.

He married the former Norma J. Diehl on April 24, 1965, at Bethany Lutheran Church, Altoona.

He is survived by his wife, Norma; two sons, William H. Bennett (Teresa) of Hollidaysburg and Christopher K. Bennett Sr. (Cindy) of Duncansville; seven grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.

He was the last survivor of five siblings. He was also preceded in death by a granddaughter, Natisha.

Bill was a 1960 graduate of Altoona High School and Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center.

He was in the Army Reserves for seven years and retired as a supervisor from Conrail in 2000.

Bill was a member of Puzzletown Road Bible Church and a life member of Geeseytown Fire Department. He enjoyed working on small engines and mowers, fixing things around the house, going on walks and out to eat, talking with friends about the railroad and spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Friends will be received from 3 until the 5 p.m. funeral service Friday, March 19, 2021, at Puzzletown Road Bible Church, officiated by Pastor Jon Gross. Interment will take place at New Canoe Creek Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Puzzletown Road Bible Church, 316 Puzzletown Road, Duncansville, PA 16635.

Arrangements are by Brown Funeral Home & Cremation Services Inc., Duncansville.

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