Alvonia S. BennettJanuary 2, 1921 ~ March 21, 2009Alvonia S. Bennett, age 88, passed away Saturday at her son's home following a courageous battle with cancer.She was born in Huntsville, Alabama. She was a devoted member of Hazel Green First Baptist Church.On April 30th 1938, she was married to the late Allen Dean Bennett. Alvonia was a wonderful lady who spent her life as the solid core of the family. We all remember the family gathering and joyous holidays we spent with her as one great big family. She was a creative soul that loved sewing, quilting, flowers, and gardening. Alvonia was the strongest and most courageous person anyone could ever have met. Her willingness to see the good in everyone and everything made others see the good too. Alvonia is survived by her children, Bobby and Brenda Bennett of Harvest, Janice & Eddie Ashabraner of Hazel Green, Ricky & Melinda Bennett of Hartselle, Corky & Karen Ruby of Meridianville and 11 grandchildren & 12 great grandchildren one sister Ottava Ivey of Hazel Green.Funeral services for Alvonia S. Bennett will be held at 2 p.m., Tuesday, March 24th at Hazel Green Funeral Home with Bobby Eads officiating. Burial will be at Taylor Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday at Hazel Green Funeral Home from 5 to 8 PM. Visit
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