Bertha M. Bennett

Bertha M. Bennett, Milford, passed away on peacefully on Sunday, April 19, 2026 at the Genesis Milford Center, she was 100. She was the daughter of the late Hiram and Bertha Cole.

Ms. Bennett worked as a telephone operator for 28 years. She raised her four sons who enlisted in the military, and served their country proudly, something she was very proud of.

After moving from Florida, Ms. Bennett lived in Milford, DE for the last twenty years. She was an avid reader, enjoyed knitting, pottery, and going to the beach. Ms. Bennett loved dogs, especially her shih tzu dog Abby.

Ms. Bennet never met a stranger and was loved by everyone. Last year for her 100th birthday, her family held a birthday/family reunion with almost the entire family in attendance. She will be dearly missed.

In addition to her parents, Ms. Bennett is preceded in death by her brother, William Cole.

Ms. Bennett is survived by her four sons, Mark Bennett, Mike Bennett (Vickie), Jan Bennett, and Jeffrey Bennett (Cathy); 6 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, 10 great great grandchildren, 3 nieces, 1 nephew and many friends.

The family requests you honor Ms. Bennett in your own meaningful way whether it’s reading a new book, knitting, or hugging your own dog a little more.

Arrangements are entrusted to the Thomas E. Melvin & Son Funeral Home Inc, Harrington.