Irene S. Bennett
Died: Mar 22, 2015
Irene S. Bennett, age 86, died peacefully surrounded by family on Sunday, March 22nd, 2015 at Hackettstown Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Bennett, a lifelong resident of Hackettstown, was born on February 11th, 1929 in Morristown, NJ. She is the daughter of the late Leo and the late Victoria (Doncheski) Grogan. Irene is predeceased by her devoted husband, John Bennett and her beloved brothers Gerald, Leo and Gilbert Grogan. Mrs. Bennett was employed by Hackettstown Regional Medical Center as one of the first group of nurses hired when the hospital opened its doors for the first time. Irene is survived by a daughter, Gay and her husband Thomas Keating, sons John Bennett and wife Karen Bennett, Paul Bennett and James Bennett. She also leaves behind six grandchildren, Jeffrey Bennett, Victoria Byrka, Kathryn Rucki, Alexander Keating, Jack Bennett, Matthew Bennett, and three great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her life-long gal pals, Betty, Betty, and Tessie. Calling hours will be held Wednesday, March 25th from 10am to 12:30pm at Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840 followed by a mass and Christian burial at 1pm at Our Lady of the Lady Mountain R.C. Church, Long Valley, NJ officiated by Rev. Abuchi Nwosu. Immediately following, interment will be in Hackettstown Union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hackettstown Regional Medical Center 651 Willow Grove Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840.
Condolences:
Michele & Nan Bergsma
#6
March 25th, 2015 11:01 am
Dear Cousins, I was saddened to hear last night of Irene's passing. She's the last of the Grogan first cousins and with her the good memories of one part of the Doncheski family. Aunt Vic and Uncle Leo now have all their children around the table. Do know that our thoughts are with you today and in the days to come. With sincere sympathy, Michele
Susan Rothwell
#5
March 25th, 2015 10:21 am
I am so saddened to hear about Irene's passing. She was my Godmother and my mom's (Aunt Helen's) absolute favorite. I have so many wonderful memories spent with your mom at the cutest house in Hackettstown. So sincerely sorry I can't be there with you at this sad time, but know you are in my thoughts & prayers. Your mom lives on in the many wonderful memories we have of her. Love to you all.
Kathleen Grogan
#4
March 24th, 2015 4:55 pm
So sorry to hear about Aunt Irene. She takes with her the last of a great family. Thoughts and prayers to you all.
Aimee Kudlak
#3
March 23rd, 2015 8:05 pm
I am so sorry to hear tonight about Irene's death. Just yesterday, I was thinking of her and that I should get in touch with her. I have been going through my mother's very old photos and wondered who took them. Irene would be the only one who could possibly know. She was such a great and beautiful person.
Aimee
Paul & Robin Wallace Cypress, California
#2
March 23rd, 2015 7:56 pm
Dear Bennett Family
My Wife Robin & I were saddened to see the notice of your Mom's passing.
My Mom & Mrs. Bennett worked together at Hackettstown Hospital and Mom always speaks highly of Her.
My the LORD comfort you all during this period of mourning.
May GOD bless
Paul Wallace
Michaeleen Graham
#1
March 23rd, 2015 7:03 pm
So sad to hear of your Mom's passing. I love your reference to her gal pals; we should all be so lucky as to have life long friends like that. My prayers are with you.
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