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April 12, 2026

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Edgar Allen Bennett

Edgar Allen Bennett

Edgar Allen Bennett, 74, a resident of Fernwood passed away on February 17, at his residence surrounded by his family. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Edgar was born on October 26, 1951 to the late...

Edgar Allen Bennett, 74, a resident of Fernwood passed away on February 17, at his residence surrounded by his family. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Edgar was born on October 26, 1951 to the late Lawrence and June Bennett. He was an avid fisherman. He was a Christian man who loved the Lord. Edgar loved his many beloved dogs and cats.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his in-laws Virgil and Alice Hickman; 1 brother-in-law Joe Hickman; and his nephew Jeffery Hickman.

He is survived by his wife of almost 55 loving years Nora Hickman Bennett; 1 sister-in-law Laura Smith; his nieces Kim Soileau, Kelley Smith, Shelia Hickman, and Sheila "Bo" Hickman; his cousin Tamie (Charlie) Magnolia; and his half-brother Charles Bennett; his cats Kat and Goat; along with great-nieces, great-nephews, other relatives, and friends.