Birth date: Mar 7, 1956 Death date: Mar 29, 2024
Lt. Carl Malcolm Bennett, Jr. passed away on Friday, March 29, 2024 surrounded by family at his home in Ponchatoula, LA. He was born on March 7, 1956 in Covington, LA to the late Carl M. Bennett, Sr. and Vivian Davis McIntyre. Ca Read Obituary
Sincere condolances for family and friends of (former) Marine Carl Bennett. Honor and Tribute to this American patriot. Semper Fidelis Carl
We will all miss Carl. Carl and I shared time together as Troopers as well as Marines. You do not find many men like Carl. He was honest and endowed with unusual amounts of both moral and physical courage. If one was going to have a bad day, you wanted Carl by your side. He personified the Pres. Abe Lincoln quote: "Put your feet in the right place, then stand fast." Carl leaves a real legacy, and his family can be very proud of him. I will be praying that God will strengthen and comfort his family during this time of loss. I feel that loss myself. I just lost one of the best friends that I ever had.
Carl and I worked together at State Police and I can tell you he was the real deal. As a State Trooper, Carl was dedicated to completing his mission, always trying to do his best. His stature communicated his commitment to doing a good job and wearing the uniform proudly. He met his responsibilities with dedication and honesty, but was not interested in recognition. He had little patience for political correctness, but was willing to offer his opinion when asked.
I liked being Carl’s friend.
ronnie mayeaux
It is with great sadness that I sit and write this letter about my friend Carl Bennett. Carl and I met in 1984, both of us serving as prior-service Marines with H&S Company, 2d Marine Amphibious Brigade at Camp LeJeune, North Carolina. Fate brought us together then, but now our friendship over those years leads me reflect on what he meant to me.
Over eighteen years ago, I had to leave my beloved home state of Louisiana because of a natural disaster named Katrina.
It was then that I had a chance encounter with Carl on Facebook, where I quickly learned that he was quite the historian and wise country gentleman. I enjoyed reading his content so much that each day I would anxiously log on to see what he was posting.
Through his writing, I learned that he was a true scholar and a man well-versed in history, our Louisiana heritage, and the richness of same. I knew he was a State Trooper, but I didn’t know he was a cattleman, and his extensive knowledge of the logging industry in the West Florida tradition. I found that our families were connected by wars from the American Revolution, War of 1812, and Civil War. I found that our paths through the generations had similar experiences in nearby places and events. As we continued talking about our common heritage, I developed a deeper appreciation of our shared history. As a novice genealogist, I was already steeped in my family history. The more Carl and I shared, the more I realize how intelligent and knowledgeable he was about topics we both enjoyed. I learned about his life and the hardships we both shared in our upbringing, and how the Marine Corps gave us a foundation that we built on. I learned about his volunteer service at the local museum. I also learned about many meaningful things he did for others-teaching young people the ways of country people, appreciation of the simple things in life, and how he carried on these values from those who came before him. I learned how he would post an advertisement for his friend, Mo, selling shrimp on Highway 22. He did a lot of neighborly things for people because of his inherent belief in the “country way”.
I feel a huge hole in my heart that may never be filled. Carl was a rare individual who personified the values of living a life of honesty and integrity. He would comment on the morals of others, and if he didn’t like them, he simply dropped them from the page. I realized that we stayed friends because we shared a common view of the world.
I extend to Mary Lou, the Lil Bennett Gal, Sarah, and the extended family my heartfelt condolences. Because Carl was a man of God, I am assured he will continue to watch over us all until we rejoin. When someone we love dies, the tears we cry are for the joy and happiness he brought into our lives.
Rest in Peace friend, and Semper Fidelis.
Joe Wallace
I was finally able to sit down and write how I felt about your father. This really hit home for me and I feel a closeness for you, Mary Lou, and Caroline. I have met both your mother and Caroline on the rare occasion that I stop for a visit while in Louisisana.
I will be sending a condolence card to both of them, but since you offered to let me mail my personal one to you, I will take you up on that. If you would like me to post it on his obituary page, I will do that when I hear from you.
Because I live so far away, I will not be able to come. I will visit with Mary Lou on my next visit to the South, which may come as early as this summer. I hope that at some point in the future, I'll be able to meet you and your family. I've heard so much about you from your father's writing that I feel I know you so well.
I know the days ahead will be painful and for that I hope that God will wrap his loving and healing arms around all of you.
I have attached my thoughts in one attachment; the other one is your father's thoughts when your brother. Finally, please accept my heatfelt thanks for all that you did during his illness; which he wrote about frequently.
Godspeed to you my friend.
Prayers for the family in this very difficult time. I’m sure gonna miss his candor on Facebook. He gave me quite a few laughs. And his very interesting photos and history from the past. Carl you were quite unique in every kind of way . I know you are at peace now and with your beloved son who you have missed so badly. Have some stories to tell us when we reach the other side.
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
