MARTHA HART
MARTHA HART
Martha Bennett Hart, age 89, passed away on Sunday, Feb. 24, 2013 in Avon Park, Fla. She was born in Avon Park, Fla. to Alexander Henderson and Mignyon Ruby (Lanier) Bennett. Mrs. Hart was a cook for the Florida Alcoholic Treatment Center for 18 years, member of the American Legion Auxiliary, AARP, member of Avon Park Lakes Baptist Church and a generous contributor of her time and money to many church and community projects. She was a lifelong resident of Avon Park, Fla.
Mrs. Hart is survived by her daughters Pamela Mitchell (Danny) of Avon Park, Fla. and Nancy Davis (Merlan) of North Port, Fla; eight grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Mrs. Hart was preceded in death by her husband D.J. Hart; sons Jimmy and Dennis Hart; brothers Ray and Roy Bennett; and a sister, Ruby Heim.
Visitation was held Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2013 from 5-7 p.m. at Stephenson-Nelson Funeral Home in Avon Park. A funeral service will be held Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2013 at 11 a.m. (with visitation beginning at 10 a.m.) at Avon Park Lakes Baptist Church with Rev. George Hall officiating. Burial will follow in Bougainvillea Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Avon Park Lakes Baptist Church in care of Cornerstone Christian Academy.
Stephenson-Nelson Funeral Home
Avon Park, Fla. 33825
Wednesday, February 27, 2013 - www.newssun.com/022713-Hart