04/14/2026
We join the community in honoring the life and legacy of Bennie Alfred Jennings, who passed away peacefully on April 5, 2026.
Mr. Jennings was a dedicated leader, veteran, and community advocate whose impact reached far beyond any one organization. As Executive Director of the Opportunities Industrialization Center (OIC) of New London County, he spent more than two decades creating opportunities through education, workforce development, and empowerment.
His commitment to service extended across countless organizations, including his role as a Board Member of SCADD. Through his leadership, advocacy, and unwavering dedication, he helped strengthen the fabric of our community and uplift generations of individuals and families.
Mr. Jennings’ legacy is one of integrity, service, and lasting impact. He will be remembered not only for his many accomplishments but for the lives he touched along the way.
We extend our deepest condolences to his wife, Mildred, his daughters, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and all who knew and loved him.