Manuel Charles Bennett, 90, passed away Dec. 27, 2025, at Overton County Health and Rehab, in Livingston.
Manuel was born Oct. 31,1935, in the Ravenscroft community of White County.
Manuel was a proud veteran of the United States Army and served in Korea. Following his military service, he worked for over 40 years at Thomas Industries. Manuel loved playing bluegrass music with his guitar and found much enjoyment in feeding his birds.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Josephine Blaylock Simpson; son, Gary Wayne Bennett, who died May 15, 1974; sisters, Mary Ruth Randolph, Midge Hardin; and brother, Buck Bennett.
Surviving family members include his wife of 70 years, Wilma Holman Bennett; two daughters, Cindy Spivey and husband David, Melinda Jetter; son, Chris Bennett and wife Lara; grandchildren, Stacy Chaffin, Tammy Hughes, Tina Cope, Blake Bennett, Ethan Bennett, Kayla Jetter; and several great-grandchildren.
Funeral service was 2 p.m., Dec. 29, 2025, at Hunter Funeral Home. Burial, will full military honors by the Veterans Honor Guard, followed in Old Bon Air Cemetery. Pastor Steve Gerhart officiated.
Hunter Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
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