Carolyn Ann Bennett

August 24, 1943 - January 23, 2021

Carolyn Ann Bennett, a native of the Bay Area, passed away January 23, 2021, in Richmond at the age of 77.

Carolyn was a beloved wife to Charles Bennett Sr. for 56 years. Devoted mother to sons Charles Bennett Jr., Matthew Bennett, and daughter Tracy Travis and mother-in-law to Tom Travis and Maria Bennett. Adored grandmother to Dawson Travis (19 years old), Daley Travis (14 years old), Brody Bennett (7 years old), and Adam Bennett (4 years old). Loving sister to her brother Robert Freeman Jr., and sisters Mary Jane Long and Judy Mason. She is also survived by numerous nephews and nieces.

Carolyn loved music and dancing participating in many groups and classes including square dancing, line dancing, and most recently a choir. Carolyn enjoyed spending time with friends and family especially going to the movies, seeing musicals, water walking, Mexican train dominoes, family celebrations as well as trips to Reno. Carolyn was a dedicated educator who worked as an instructional aide in special education for over 30 years for the West Contra Costa Unified School District specifically at Riverside Elementary, Stege Elementary, Lake Elementary, Dover Elementary and Mira Vista Elementary.

Carolyn Ann Bennett, a native of the Bay Area, passed away January 23, 2021, in Richmond at the age of 77. Carolyn was a beloved wife to Charles Bennett Sr. for 56 years. Devoted mother to sons Charles Bennett Jr., Matthew Bennett, and daughter Tracy Travis and mother-in-law to Tom Travis and Maria Bennett. AdoredContinue Reading

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Hey auntie Gigi, I know you don't know me by this name, but it is still me, nonetheless. I still think of you a lot and about how my last in-person memory of you was you saying how great of a person I was becoming. I keep that with me everywhere I go, and I use your words to try and keep my head on straight. Thank you for all that you have done for me, and my family, and more specifically, my grandmother. She misses you a lot. Have fun up there! -Soline

My apologies. It's Carolyn. The message remains the same.

In memory of Carolyn Ann Bennett, Jennifer Freeman lit a candle

I will always remember Carolina's smile and her sweet nature. She will be missed. My condolences to the family.

I just received word that you lost your precious Carolyn. I really am so very sorry to hear this news.. My heart goes out to you and your family. She was so very special.

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Condolence to the Bennet Family. May Carolyn Rest in Peace!

Hope all is going as good as it can be at this sad time. We will always remember with gread joy all the good times we had together over the years. With our love and prayers for you and your family. I know we will all have the opportunity to be together again though out eternity . Bob and Muriel Freeman

Carolyn Bennett is my Sister. We have been talking together almost daily for the last 77 years. We have shared so many births and deaths, So many wonderful exciting times and some very sad times. so many giggles and happy times. (doll house nights, crafting, game playing, eating, cooking, movies. singing.) And our sisters days, what fun, (exploring, gambling, taking turns planning the day) All so fun with all 3 sisters. I love you and miss you. Until I see you again. Mary Jane

So sorry for this loss to the Bennett family. Carolyn was a kind, generous, welcoming, and inclusive person. She will be missed by all who knew her.

So sorry for this loss to the Bennett family. Carolyn was a kind, generous, and inclusive person. She will be missed by all who knew her.

In memory of Carolyn Ann Bennett, Judy mason lit a candle

In memory of Carolyn Ann Bennett, Judy mSon lit a candle

Jim and I send our deepest condolences to the Bennett family. She was one of a kind and we shall miss her laughter and her joy of life. Jim and Barbara Webb

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.