Walter E. Bennett

Walter Bennett, age 87, of Springfield, passed away on Friday, September 15.

Walter was born July 6, 1930 in Springfield, the son of Amon and Mae Bennett.

He married Helen Mangold on September 7, 1951.

He is survived by his wife, Helen; one son, Gene (wife Betty) Bennett; two grandchildren, Cory (wife Amy) & Christy; three great-grandchildren, Fiona, Nathan, and Owen; a brother, Bob Bennett; a sister, Barbara Black; and several nieces and nephews.

Walter was a self-employed cement mason for 57 years.  He served for the U.S. Navy.

Walter was a member of the Elm Street Christian Church.

Memorial services will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, September 23, 2017 at Elm Street Christian, Springfield.

Mott & Henning Funeral Home in Athens is assisting the family with arrangements. On-line condolences can be shared at www.mottandhenning.com.