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Eric James Bennett Sr.

Eric James Bennett Sr., age 35, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, March 5, 2019 at UAMS in Little Rock, Arkansas. His parents, James (Deborah) Bennett and Jeannee Renee Bennett brought him into the world on October, 13, 1983 in Tucson, Arizona. Eric thoroughly enjoyed playing golf, fixing cars, fishing, spending time with friends, but above all "Family Time." He was happiest when he was with his wife, Cassidy Hillis Bennett, and two children, Kindsay and Eric Jr. They were his world. Throughout his life, he had an interest in tinkering. His love for Legos and model cars led to his career as a mechanic and later a Quality Engineer Specialist at Caterpillar Inc. Eric's refined palette and passion for quality food inspired him to pursue an Associates Degree in Culinary Arts from Pulaski Technical College, with a completion date of May of 2019. He proudly served his community alongside his brothers and sisters of the Austin Volunteer Fire Department since 2016. Eric is preceded in death by his grandparents, Robert "Papaw" Edwards and Loretta "Nana" Hillis. He is survived by his wife, children, parents, grandparents Thomas "Poppy Hillis and Virginia "Memaw" Edwards, in-laws Tracy (Tommie) Hillis and Joey (Sara Beth) Hillis, siblings Kaki Raby, Kelsey Reed, Linda Rowe, and Steven Bierwog, four nieces Harleigh Hillis, Kensley and Lyla Russell, Payton Hillis, a second mom Shawna Reed, and countless family friends. Eric's legacy will continue to live on through those that love him. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 9, 2019 at 2 p.m. at Moore Funeral Home in Cabot, Arkansas. Visitation with the family will immediately follow. The family is asking that you consider donating to the Eric James Bennett Memorial Scholarship. Donations can be made out to UA - Pulaski Tech Foundation and sent to 3000 West Scenic Drive, North Little Rock, Ark. 72118. Online guestbook, www.moorescabotfuneralhome.com.

Published March 8, 2019

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