Obituary of Genova Bennett

Genova

Bennett

(nee Cammie)

October 1, 1935 – May 24, 2019

Bay of Islands, NL

It is with great sadness that the family of the late Genova Bennett announce her passing on Friday, May 24, 2019 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook at the age of 83 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her children: Brian Sooley (Cynthia), Judy Sooley (Leonard), Debbie Hampton (Terry) and Wendy Oldford (Kris); 11 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren; sister Eva Hackett (Walter); as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Kevin Bennett, parents William and Cecilia Cammie, brother John Cammie, sisters Marjorie Russell and Ann Leonard. Genova will be missed by a large community of friends and extended family who loved her for her generous nature, quick wit and hearty sense of humour. Her children would like to extend greatest appreciation to family members Diane and Brian White for their constant support. A special thank you also to the team at WMRH, especially the compassionate staff in the palliative care unit, and to the team at Bayshore Estates. Friends may visit Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark’s Avenue on Saturday 7-9 p.m. and Sunday 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Monday, May 27 at 10:00 a.m. from Fillatre’s Funeral Home Chapel, St. Mark’s Avenue with Father Edward Terry officiating. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy flowers graciously accepted.