Frank J. Bennett, age 77, of White House Beach, Millsboro DE, formerly of Orefield PA, died Monday, August 26, 2002 in Lower Macungie Township PA. He was the Husband of Marilyn A. (Everett) Bennett. The couple celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary this past June.

Born in Allentown PA, he was the son of the late James H. and Jeanne E. (Verlinden) Bennett. He was a Mechanic for J.H. Bennett, Inc. in Allentown for 20 years before retiring in 1987. Prior to that, he worked as a Kiln Burner Operator at the former Lehigh Portland Cement Company in Fogelsville for 15 years. He was a Veteran of the United States Navy having served during World War II with a rank of Motor Machinist's Mate 2nd Class.

He is survived by his Wife; Sons, Frank M. Bennett (Lisanne) of Downingtown PA and Bruce D. Bennett of Slatington PA; Daughter, Mary Ann L., wife of Dennis A. Bailey of Chattanooga TN; Brother, James H. Bennett of Allentown PA; Sisters, Louise Williams of Fleetwood PA and Margaret wife of Joseph Raquet of Royersford PA; 4 Grandchildren, Daniel P. Bennett, Kathleen M. Bennett, Lisa M. Bailey and Gregory B. Bailey; and Nieces and Nephews.

Funeral Services will be held 11:00 a.m. Friday, August 30, 2002 in the Heintzelman Funeral Home, Inc., 4906 Route 309, Schnecksville PA. Family and Friends may Call 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Friday in the Funeral Home. The Reverend Russell Heintzelman officiating. Interment in Union Church Cemetery, Neffs PA.

In Lieu of Flowers, Memorial Contributions may be made to the Charity of Donors' Choice c/o the Funeral Home, PO Box 196, Schnecksville PA 18078-0196.