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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mother, Dorothy May Anderson Bennett of Buckhannon, West Virginia, on March 2, 2024, at the home of her daughter in Newburg, West Virginia.
Mom was a Christian by faith and has earned her Heavenly Wings!
She was born Jan. 9, 1928, in Wolf Summit, Harrison County, West Virginia, a daughter of the late James Thomas Anderson and Ivy Myrtle Keller Anderson.
On Aug. 30, 1945, she married the love of her life, James Atwell Bennett, who preceded her in death on Oct. 7, 1990.
Dorothy is survived by three daughters. Imogene "Sis" Watkins (Jerry) of Statesville, North Carolina, Betty Bolyard (Richard) of Newburg, West Virginia, and Patricia Bennett of Hodgesville, West Virginia; son-in-law, Larry Williams of Tunnelton, West Virginia; and daughter-in-law, Helen Wilfong Bennett of Statesville, North Carolina; and adopted son, Mike McCartney of Buckhannon, West Virginia.
She was blessed with 13 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and six great-great-grandchildren.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Doris Marie Williams; sons, Ralph Eugene Bennett and William Edward Bennett; granddaughter, Danielle Hope Bolyard; brothers, Leslie Anderson, Robert Anderson, Richard Anderson and Guy Howard Anderson; and sisters, Marie Thompson, Rosalee Moore and Josephine Long.
Caring for people was one of her passions. She worked many years assisting patients at Ruby Memorial Hospital, Preston Memorial Hospital, Hopemont Hospital and Saint Joes.
A good work ethic that she passed on to her children. Dorothy was a dedicated member of Calvary Baptist Church in Buckhannon, West Virginia.
Mom found great joy in sharing moments with the ones she loved her family and friends. Her passion for quilting, crocheting, and needlework only grew stronger as she shared it with those around her. Mom spent countless hours perfecting her craft, ensuring that every piece she created brought comfort and warmth. Through quilting, crocheting and needlework she discovered not just a hobby but a way to express her love.
A special thanks to Mary Harper of the Upshur County Senior Center for the many years you took care of Mom. Our appreciation and thanks are also extended to Camille, Alexia, and Emily from Amedisys for taking such great care of our mother.
Friends will be received Wednesday, March 6, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Calvary Baptist Church in Buckhannon. A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m., with Pastor Michael Tallman officiating.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in the memory of Dorothy Bennett to Calvary Baptist Church 176 S Kanawha St, Buckhannon WV 26201 Or Upshur County Senior Center 28 N Kanawha St, Buckhannon WV 26201.
Online condolences may be made to the family at www.polingstclair.com.
Poling-St. Clair Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.