FLORIDA — Charles Henry Bennett, 69, of Farmington, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, Nov. 25, in Florida.

He was born April 7, 1948, in Wakefield, R.I., the son of John and Bertha Bennett Sr. He attended the schools of Temple and Farmington before joining the U.S. Army Truck Driving School in Fort Sill, Okla. He served his country from 1967-1972.

Charlie worked as a truck driver in Rhode Island for 10 years and then as a long-haul trucker across the U.S., until his retirement in 2004. He owned and operated Charlie’s Lawn Care business for 14 years on the side.

Charlie was a lifetime member of Roderick Crosby Post 28 American Legion, past post commander, past state sergeant at arms, past National Homeland Security member, a color guard member since 1990, Elks Club since 2002 holding officers chairs and Maine Veterans Cemetery co-chairman.

Charlie is survived by his wife, Carol (Rand) Bennett; daughters, Carla Fitch and husband, Tim of Wilton, Donna Bennett and companion, Steve Brackett of Temple, and Deanna Trundy and husband, Matt of Madison; sons, Tommy Rand and wife, Tina of Jay, and Joe DiBiasio of Rhode Island; 12 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was predeceased by a grandson, Braydon Portie; and brother, John W. Bennett Jr.

Condolences may be sent for the family at www.adamsmcfarlane.com.

Charles H. Bennett