William Bennett

William was born on April 25, 1955 to William Ommett Sr. and Barbara Bennett in Pittsburg Pennsylvania. He was the first born of three sons from that union. William departed this life on January 13, 2023. He was preceded in death by his wife of twenty years, Lil Bennett and his father William Ommett Bennett Sr. He graduated from Schaumburg High School in 1974. William went on to work for Jewel Foods for thirteen years. He spent time in Texas and Florida before returning home to live with his mother Barbara and his brother Jeff to help with the care of their mother. ‘Bill’ loved the Lord and is now resting in his arms. William leaves to cherish his memories his mother Barbara and brother Jeff of Hanover Park, IL and brother Tony (Cynthia) of Merced, CA. and several nieces, nephews and friends.

My Last Request

Please don’t say that I gave up; just that I gave in.
Don’t say I lost the battle, for it was GOD’s to lose or win.
Please don’t say how good I was, but that I did my best.
Just say I tried to do what’s right, to give the most, not less.
Please don’t give me wings or halos; that’s for GOD to do.
I want no more than what I deserve, no extras, just my due.
Please don’t give me flowers, or talk in real hushed tones.
Don’t be concerned about me now; GOD’s memory is now my home.
When you draw a picture of me, don’t draw me as a saint.
I’ve done some good, I’ve done some wrong, so use all of your paint.
Not just the bright and light tones, use some gray and dark.
In fact, don’t put me down on canvas; Paint me in your heart!
Don’t just remember the good times but also remember the bad;
For life is full of many things some happy and some sad.
But if you must do something, then I have one request;
Forgive me for the wrongs I’ve done, and with the love that’s left,
Thank GOD for my soul’s resting, thank GOD for I’ve been blessed.
Thank GOD for all who loved me;
Praise GOD who loved me best.

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