BENNETT, John Andrew

Born on May 30, 1938. Passed away August 1, 2026.

Passed away peacefully.

Son of Jack and Doris (both dec.).

Brother of Kevin, Des, Barry and Terry (all dec.) and Mary.

Wife of Rasa for 57 Years.

Dad of Lara, Joanna, Narelle and Simon.

Friend of their partners, James, Geoff, Brendon and Michelle.

Grandpa of Grace, Will, Ned, Pearl, Conor, Johnny, Joe, Sam, Anna and Oliver.

 

                A mighty man who will be sorely missed.

Funeral Notice
Lumen Christi Catholic Church Williams Avenue, ChurchillView Map
Requiem Mass for the repose of the soul of Mr John Bennett will be offered at Lumen Christi Catholic Church, Williams Avenue, Churchill on TUESDAY (August 11, 2026) at 10.30am.

At the conclusion of Mass, the Funeral will leave for the for the Hazelwood Cemetery, Brodribb Road, Hazelwood.

 

                         The Service for John will also be livestreamed.

                              To view the livesteam, please click here.
Tributes
  1. Rasa, Lara, Joanna, Narelle, Simon, Mary & families, our love & thoughts are with you all with the passing of your much loved husband, father, brother, father in law and grandfather.
    It has been an honour to be your neighbours for over 30 years, where John & Rasa encouraged our young children to rear new calves and to play on their antique trampoline! Bonfires, parties, cuppas, Happy Hours, meals & weddings shared and of course the ever popular boys trips with the horse riding & camping out & the reminiscing that has continued for years!
    John you were a person who had many friends & we are privileged to say you were one of ours.
    May you rest peacefully John.

    Brian, Julie, John, Louise & Jennie McWalters & families August 4, 2026
  2. Thinking of all the Bennett Family with the passing of John.
    John had been struggling for a long time, may he rest peacefully.

    Linton & McWalters Families August 4, 2026
  3. Rasa and extended family
    Our sincere condolences at John’s death. An icon of Yinnar. Sorry we cannot make the funeral as we are presently overseas. Peter and June

    June owen August 5, 2026
  4. Condolences to Rasa and family, thinking of you all 💐. Ede Heesom and families

    Robyn Webster August 5, 2026
  5. Our condolences to Rasa and families John was a very valued customer and friend, many a good yarn was had at the local grain store.specially when his Magpies won.
    John will be sadly missed by all.
    R.I.P John
    Bill & Jan Scott

    Bill Scott August 5, 2026
  6. To Rasa, Lara, Joanna, Narelle, Simon and families,
    Our thoughts are with you all on the passing of your beloved John.

    Sonia & Sandra Williams

    Sonia Williams August 6, 2026
  7. To Rasa and Family
    sincere condolences to you all at this very sad time.
    Although we didn’t know John that well, he was a part of the Lumin Christi Family and as such all our hearts are feeling your sadness at this time.
    May you find comfort and strength in the love that surrounds you.
    Rest in Peace John.

    Frances Fortune. August 6, 2026
  8. Rasa, Lara, Joanne, Narelle, Simon and families, very sorry to hear of John’s passing. John will be very much missed every Sunday morning in the parish. Love to you all at this difficult time and may you get comfort from your family memories.
    RIP John.
    Pam & Paul Vanderzalm

    Pam Vanderzalm August 6, 2026
  9. Rasa our thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time,John has been a special friend in Graeme’s life for over 60 years, therefore he will always be remembered.
    Graeme and Helen

    Helen O’Hara August 6, 2026
  10. Thinking of you with much love and blessings at this sad time, Mary. Condolences to Rasa and family. Rosemary and girls.

    rosemary williams August 7, 2026
  11. Condolences to Rasa and family on the loss of John.
    Glenys & family.

    Glenys Webster. August 8, 2026
  12. Vale John. Thank you for being a wonderful supportive brother and uncle to me and my family. Leaving great memories . Our lives were certainly enriched with you as brother and ..uncle. Rest in Peace Our sincere condolences to Rasa ,Lara, Joanna ,Narelle, and Simon and their families.

    Mary Duncan August 10, 2026
  13. Our condolences to Rasa, Lara, Joanna, Narelle and Murph on the passing of Johnny “Jersey Jack” .

    A larger-than-life character who will be sorely missed.

    Well done Rasa on caring for him so well.

    Lots of love at this difficult time
    Ben and Nicole Dunbar

    Nicole Dunbar August 10, 2026
  14. Our condolences to Rasa and The Bennett Family and sincere sympathy on the passing of John, your beloved husband, father and grandpa.
    We are so deeply sorry for your loss. Our hearts go out to you, and you are in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.
    Rest peacefully, John

    Pat and the Hourigan Family. August 10, 2026
  15. May the soul of John rest in peace near the Lord. John was a faithful parishioner even when he was ill. To Rasa and family Ron and I send our sincere condoleances.

    Jackie Coomber August 10, 2026
  16. Our heartfelt condolences to Rasa and family on the sad passing away of John. Our prayers are with you. Rest in peace John.

    Yvonne and Mike Matthyssen August 11, 2026
  17. Condolences Rasa and their entire family and had some good memories at the farm with Simon.Thoughts with you all 💐💐💐

    Aaron Farley August 11, 2026
  18. Dearest Rasa, Lara, Joanna, Narelle, Simon and families – sending my deepest condolences on the passing of John. The Disney family will always remember John with such fondness and gratitude for all the wonderful memories we shared, particularly our summer holidays together. Thinking of you all and sending love and strength.
    Vale John.

    Jenelle Seregin (nee Disney)

    Jenelle Seregin (nee Disney) August 11, 2026
  19. Condolences to Rusa , Lara, Joanna, Narelle, & Murph on the passing of our great friend. John. I will always remember the great trips away we had together. A big great friend gone RIP Terry & Helen

    Terry Robertson August 11, 2026
  20. Condolences to the Bennett family on the loss of a john may he rest in peace 🙏 Ellamarie Felmingham xx

    Ellamarie Felmingham August 11, 2026
  21. Left yinnar 38 year’s ago , but Jonny and your family will never be forgotten for your wonderful friendship.to raza and family our sincere condolences.

    Alan judy Presley August 11, 2026
  22. My condolences to Rasa, Lara, Joanna, Narelle, Simon and their families on the loss of John/Dad/Grandad.
    He will be remembered by many and was well loved.
    I will always remember John for his singing and how beautiful it was when he sang at my Dads funeral.
    Take care from Pauline (Shaw)

    Pauline Horner August 11, 2026
  23. Dear Rasa, Lara, Joanna, Narelle, Simon and families, sincere condolences on the passing of John. Lots of fond memories from childhood of a larger than life character. He will be sadly missed. Thinking of you all at this time. Love Michelle Darling and Kyall Sheppard

    Michelle Darling August 13, 2026