George R. Bennett, passed away peacefully in his home at the age of 75, after his long hard battle and recovery from a stroke in May of 2015. He traveled to his final destination on February 7, 2022. George was born on December 10, 1946. He was raised, played, and grew up in the old Victorian home on Sidney Street, in Oyster Bay, NY. Anyone who knew George associated him with the Oyster Bay Fire Department where he followed in his father's and grandfather's footsteps, becoming a member in January 1965. After graduating from Oyster Bay High School in 1966, he enlisted in the U.S. Air Force where he served 4 years (1966-1970), working on the base as an airplane mechanic in Laredo, Texas. After finishing his term, he moved back to his hometown of Oyster Bay Long Island, where he immediately resumed his active membership with the fire dept. He served his community as a volunteer firefighter, dedicating over 50 years of his life to the OBFD. He served proudly as Chief from (1984-1985). George's true passion was the Teddy's Boys Drill Team, where he enjoyed the camaraderie of his teammates. State Champions in 1974, he broke the record as the star nozzleman in C Hose. This was one of his greatest accomplishments, and he wouldn't let you forget it! He was a leader of men, had a great knowledge of firefighting and racing, and he took pride in telling stories of the firehouse and its history. When he spoke, people paid attention. He was a mentor to countless members. George was well known and very well liked. You knew when he liked you, AND you knew when he didn't! His presence was overall quiet and calm, but he was also tough, prickly, funny, proud, and on occasion, defiant. He truly loved hanging with the guys…having a beer after a long practice, going to company meetings, taking trips to the States for bowling or racing. It was the Firehouse where he forged everlasting friendships. Though he touched many lives during that time, the lives most important to him were his children's and grandchildren. George was predeceased by his parents, Joseph and Louise, and sister Barbara, and his niece Lynn. He leaves behind two devoted sisters Pat and Arlene; his very special niece Suzanne, and nephews Joe Boy, Larry, and Kevin.; but his life will forever be cherished by his three daughters, Terri Bennett; Wendy Bennet-Day (Philip); and Lindsay Bennett-Gorney (Christopher). The proud grandfather, "Pa" to Bridget, Tommy, and Hannah, who were his pride and joy. George's past love Carol, his parents, and his sister, are all waiting for him on the other side. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Please join us in sending him off just the way he always imagined it, with the red lights flashing in blaze of glory! In lieu of flowers https://e.givesmart.com/events/oC2/c/:rz-svO_gOfz/