Bennett Funeral Service

02/26/2026

Mark your calendar for this Saturday, February 28, 2026 (4:00pm - 7:00pm) to come out and support First Methodist Church of Maiden's Chicken Pie & Dumpling Supper!

02/26/2026

✏️ Preplanning Tips With Robbie

One of the kindest things you can do for your loved ones is plan ahead, on your own terms, in your own time.

Preplanning allows you to make thoughtful decisions in a stress-free environment, ensures your wishes are known, and gives your family peace of mind when they need it most.

To help you get started, we’ve created a FREE preplanning guide to help you think through what matters most to you.

👉 Download the guide here: https://www1.bennettfuneralservice.com/preplanning-guide

02/25/2026

Gwendolyn "Gwen" Baldwin St. Bernard, 77, of Denver, formerly of Erie, MI, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, February 22, 2026 at her daughter's residence, surrounded by family.

She was born on January 10, 1949 in Middlesboro, KY to the late Rev. John Archie Baldwin and Anna Treadway Baldw...

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02/25/2026

We’re honored to share a recent interview featuring Funeral Service Licensee Kyle Bennett on Around the Lake with Bill Russell.

As a second-generation funeral professional, Kyle joined Bennett Funeral Service in 2020, continuing the family legacy that began when our firm was founded in 2013. With locations in Newton and Conover, we are proud to serve the Lake Norman and Catawba Valley communities with personalized funeral and cremation services, veteran honors, and ongoing aftercare support.

In the interview, Kyle shares what it means to serve families with compassion, integrity, and a deep commitment to our community.

🎥 Watch the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Hcn2s-hPNY

02/25/2026

David Anthony Dial, Sr., 77, of Newton, passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at Catawba Valley Medical Center.

He was born May 18, 1948 in Iredell County to the late Jesse Dial and Grace Joines Childers. He was a veteran of the US Army; he volunteered both for service and for his tour ...

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02/24/2026

Rev. Phillip Ray Morrow, Sr., 88, of Catawba, passed away on Sunday, February 22, 2026 at Carolina Caring Catawba Valley Hospice House.

He was born on July 25, 1937 in Catawba County to the late Mitchell and Lucille Yount Morrow. Phillip was of the Baptist Faith and served as the Pastor and ...

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02/24/2026

Mark your calendar for this Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026, from 4:00pm - 6:00pm! Come out and support Our Savior Lutheran Church Women's Drive-Thru Chicken Pie Dinner.

02/24/2026

Funeral Etiquette Tips With Daniel 💐

When attending a funeral, one simple act can mean a lot to the family: signing the register book.

Be sure to use your full name so the family can identify you later. It’s also beneficial to include how you knew the loved one who has died, whether it was through work, church, school, or other connections. This small gesture helps the family feel supported when honoring their loved one.

For more etiquette tips, click here: https://www.bennettfuneralservice.com/resources/etiquette-tips

02/23/2026

We Wear Red in February to raise awareness that Cardiovascular Disease affects 1 in 3 women.

02/23/2026

Come out and support Ham Day in Catawba, NC on Saturday, March 14, 2026 (6:00 AM - 12:00 PM). Breakfast Only!

02/23/2026

Louis "Larry" Alexander Barrett, 73, of Conover, passed away on Thursday, February 19, 2026 at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist in Winston-Salem.

He was born September 29, 1952 in Cattaraugus County, NY to the late Charles and Marion Leonard Barrett. Larry served in the United States Air Fo...

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02/23/2026

With loving hearts, we announce the passing of Barbara “Toots” Myers Ratermann, 75, of Claremont, NC, who passed away peacefully at her residence, surrounded by loving family and friends, on Monday, February 16, 2026.

She was a devoted wife, mama, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She foun...

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