Michael Ray Bennett, 54, of Fremont, OH passed away unexpectantly on Sunday, June 26, 2022 in Angola, IN. He was born April 19, 1968 in Canton, OH to Harold and Twyla (Miller) Bennett. He was a 1986 graduate of Perry High School. Mike married Melinda “Mindy” Fischer on September 22, 2021 in Fremont, OH after fourteen years together. He worked for Instant Whip in Stow, OH for twenty-one years and was currently the general manager. He previously worked at Superior Dairy for many years.
Mike was a member of the Fremont Elks and Yacht Club. He was also a member of the Sons and Daughters of Herman in Massillon, OH. Mike loved traveling, spending time on Lake Erie and visiting the islands, the beach and as well as swimming in the ocean. He also loved spoiling his grandchildren and spending time with family and friends. Mike also enjoyed playing poker, hunting, fishing and golfing.
Mike is survived by his wife, Mindy Fischer-Bennett, Fremont, OH; children, Gabi (Seth) Wilbur, Port St. Lucie, FL, Drew (Hannah) Fischer, Wauseon, OH, Sydney (Justin Spotts) Fischer, Lakewood, OH; mother, Twyla Bennett, Massillon, OH; grandchildren, Kian Wilbur, Cooper and Iyla Fischer; siblings, Cheryl (Mike) Schmidt, North Canton, OH and Ron (Kristen) Bennett, Massillon, OH; several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father, Harold Bennett and sister, Jean Trubisky.
A Celebration of Life will take place on Tuesday, July 5, 2022 from 2 to 8 p.m. at the Fremont Elks, 436 Croghan St., Fremont, OH
In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to the Sons and Daughters of Herman, 1994 Deermont Ave NW, Massillon, OH 44647
Arrangements are entrusted to Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, Fremont, OH.
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Anita Martino
Mindy I am heartbroken and shocked. Just know I’m thinking of you and praying. My heart goes out to you.
Gene & Bonnie Burdette
So sorry for your loss. The Bennett family has had so much tragedy recently. Mike will be missed by all that knew him.
Kristen N Isola
To Mindy, family & friends of Michael,
I met him many years back at a celebration of Mindy’s birthday and let me say he was full of fun, laughter and kindness. My prayers to each of his loved ones to find peace during this very difficult time!
Sincerely,
Kristen N Isola
Karla Hall
Words can not express how much this guy will be missed. He has touched so many lives and has a very special spot in so many peoples Hearts!! We will truly miss this guy. So very sorry for the pain and loss the family is feeling during this time! Love and Prayers to all.
We Love you and will miss you daily Mikey!!
The Lake just won’t be the same without you!!
With Love and Prayers,
The Hall’s (Jeff, Karla, Kayla, and Jayson)
Carol Meininger
Gabi Seth and Kian and rest of the Bennett Family: So sorry to hear of Mike”s passing, Try and focus on the very special memories you have had with Mike, know I will be keeping all of you in my Prayers at this difficult time. REST IN PEACE MIKE!
Karen Opp
My deepest sympathy to all of his family and friends. He will be greatly missed by all of us at the 818. St. Paddy’s day will never be the same. RIP Mike. Hugs to you Mindy.
Meredith Bodenschatz
My sincere condolences to all of the Bennett family. I’m so sorry for the loss of Mike. Prayers for peace! Meredith Bodenschatz
Sharon Adamczak
So very sorry to hear this! I had no idea your father & sister died! My heart is breaking for you & your family during this difficult time! Sending hugs, thoughts & prayers!
Mary Ann Ankenbrandt
Mindy I am so sorry. My thoughts are with you. Hugs
Mindy
Gabi this is heartbreaking news. Sending you love and prayers. I know you will miss him dearly.
Scott yoakam
Mindy, so so sorry to hear about this. Can’t imagine what you must be going through. My thoughts and prayers are with you. So sorry.
Debbie And Blake Laviolette
Mindy and family
Blake and I are just heartbroken to hear of Mike’s passing. Even though we never met him personally, we knew him through you and the absolute love you two shared.
Our thoughts are with you during this very difficult time ❤
Ryan
Mindy,
This is Ryan, from Handel’s Ice Cream, we met in San Diego earlier this year. I joined Handel’s a year and a half ago and ever since I started Mike treated me like a partner. There was no one more committed to his role and delivered unbeatable service to our stores. He knew our organization and operation inside and out and we will miss him in so many ways. Aside from professional acquaintance, Mike was a pleasure to work with, I enjoyed hearing him talk about his grandkids, golf and beer drinking. He was a great guy, we will all miss him but I enjoyed the time I was given with him. I will think about you and wishing you and your family the best.
Sincerely,
Ryan
Danny, D.J. & Ann Smith
That picture is heartbreakingly perfect. We three are so, so sorry for your loss.
Michelle Kreuz
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Mike was such a genuinely nice person. God bless and keep you during this difficult time.
Dennis Jaybendy
God Bless Mike, who I will always remember as warm, friendly & patient (especially when I was rattling on with jokes).
God bless Mindy & the family in this time of unexpected loss
David Pinkerton
Mindy and family. Mike and I were friends in high-school and it was so sad to hear he passed. My prayers are with you and your family at this time of need
Cheryl Harvey Grau
Mindy so sorry for your loss. My husband just passed on May 1,2022 but he had been sick for a long time, I Can not imagine your pain with Mike passing at such a young age .Please know you and your family are in my prayers and have my sincere simpathy. Hugs
Dawn Liebherr
Mindy,
We are so sorry for your loss. Wish we would have had the chance to meet him, but knew him through your stories. Praying for you and his family.
Don & Dawn & Lisa
Joe Kosta
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers , we didn’t know Mike that long but could tell he was an amazing person.
Julie Isola
Mindy and Family,
I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. I met Mike once several years ago in Toledo with Mindy and mutual friends. He was a kind-heart. Please accept my deepest sympathies. I am lifting you all in prayers!!
Eric Williams
Going to miss ya big guy. We knew each other since little league ball and FB kept us up to date. Will miss that big kind heart. Prayers for the family and friends left behind. From the whole Williams family.
Paula (Orr) Pellegrene
To all the family,
We grew up in the same neighborhood and had many funs times together. We had quite a neighborhood crew to play baseball, football, tag, just out for bike rides. Mike was one of the more gentle souls of the neighborhood. Didn’t seem to get in as much trouble as some of the others. He will be missed and I’m so sorry for your loss. 🙁 It’s very shocking to have heard of his passing. Rest in Peace Mike and prayers for those left behind.
Sincerely, Paula
Dennis
Mindy
So sorry to hear of Mike’s passing. You and your family are in my prayers. May Mike’s memory be a comfort to you during this difficult time.