Mary T. Bennett's Obituary
Mary T. Bennett of Cape Coral, Florida, passed away in her home, Tuesday, October 25, 2016 after some recent health challenges. She was 88. Mary was born June 2, 1928 in Waltham, Massachusetts; the beautiful daughter of the late Michael and Julia McEvoy. She worked in the dial-administration department with the telephone company. Mary was a fun loving spirit and enjoyed time with friends. She especially enjoyed their trips to Las Vegas and the countless good times they spent on the many cruises they shared. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her dear grandson, Julian Gonzalez-Hargis (2004). Mary is survived by her husband of 40+ years, Perry Stewart Bennett; four children, Don E. Hargis, Jr. (Debbie) of Palm Harbor, Florida, Betsy A. Rager of Cape Coral, Florida, Annette M. Hargis of Cape Coral, Florida and Julie R. Smith of Fort Myers, Florida. She is also survived by her brother John McEvoy of Falmouth, Massachusetts. Mary was also the loving grandmother of eight grandchildren; Branden Rager, Donald Hargis, Tanner Rager, Benjamin Hargis, Jessica Gurnow, Jillian Smith, Samuel Hargis and Sean Gonzalez-Hargis as well as three great grandchildren. She was a beloved wife, a devoted mother, a dear sister and a loving grandmother who will be sorely missed. Visitation will be 1pm – 3pm followed by funeral ceremonies at 3pm, Saturday, October 29, 2016 in the chapel of Fort Myers Memorial Gardens Funeral Home 1589 Colonial Boulevard, Fort Myers, Florida, 33907. She will be laid to rest in the Good Shepherd Section of the Fort Myers Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Online condolences and memories may be shared on her tribute page at www.fortmyersmemorial.com
What’s your fondest memory of Mary?
What’s a lesson you learned from Mary?
Share a story where Mary's kindness touched your heart.
Describe a day with Mary you’ll never forget.
How did Mary make you smile?