Donald D. Bennett

Donald D. Bennett, age 89, of Lowell, IN, went to his heavenly home on Wednesday, July 17, 2024. He was preceded in death by his loving wife Arlene Bennett, nee Zandstra. They were married for 56 years. He was a good and compassionate husband who cared for his wife many years as she suffered with Parkinson’s disease. He was also preceded in death by his sister Lora Lee Bennett and brother Dick Bennett. He is survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Don was proud to be a veteran of the U.S. Army. He retired from the Ford Stamping Plant in Chicago Heights where he worked for over 30 years. Uncle Don was known to be a big tipper, the waitresses all loved him. Don and Arlene attended First Reformed Church in Lansing for many years. They loved to collect antiques and to travel, visiting all 50 states. They thought of their nieces and nephews as their own. They were generous people and the Billy Graham Evangelistic Assn. was one of their favorite charities. Don resided at Residences at Deer Creek in Schererville, and he received compassionate care from Haven Hospice. A private graveside service for the family will be held at a later date.