Thomas V. Bennett, 88 of Lockport, NY husband of the late Carol Cramer Bennett entered into rest on Sunday November 30, 2014 in Eastern Niagara Hospital Lockport.

He was born in Lockport, NY December 09, 1925, the Son of the late Van and Mary Coughlyn Bennett. Thomas worked for American Airlines as an aircraft maintenance crew chief for 39 years till his retirement in 1983. He enjoyed traveling was an avid reader and a collector of circus model builder trains. Thomas was a member of the Lockport Elks Lodge #41 where he was a past exalted ruler and a trustee for numerous years.

Father of Karen Bennett (John Wenilich) of Greenville, NY. Very good friend of Walter and Cookie White.

Friends may call at the RUTLAND-CORWIN FUNERAL HOME, INC. 2670 Main St. Newfane, NY 14108 WEDNESDAY 4-7 PM. The Elks lodge #41 will conclude with a service at 6:45 PM.  Burial will be in Forest lawn cemetery at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to Camp Happiness care of the Lockport Elks Lodge # 41, PO Box 395 Lockport, NY 14095.

Please visit www.rutland-corwin.com to send the family a condolence.