Florence Owens Bennett, 93, of Nason, Illinois passed away at 3:10 P.M.November 17, 2018 surrounded by family at her residence.  She was born March 18, 1925 in Marion, Illinois to parents, the late Dalton Owens and Alta (Gower) Owens.  She married David Tracy Bennett on October 31, 1943 in Jackson, Missouri. They were blessed with many years of marriage until he preceded her in death.

A celebration of life service will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made to SSM Health at Home Hospice.

For those who wish, memorials may be given to and will be accepted at the funeral home or mailed to Newell Funeral Home, 601 South 42nd Street, Mount Vernon, Illinois 62864.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Newell Funeral Home. Please call 618-242-3348 or visit www.newellfuneralhome.com for further information.