William (Bill) T. Bennett, Jr., 88, of Butler, PA passed away peacefully at Newhaven Court in Butler on Friday evening, May 29, 2026.
A proud lifelong resident of Butler, Bill was born on March 8, 1938, in Butler, PA to the late William T. Bennett, Sr., and Erla (Gregg) Sholtis.
Bill attended Butler High School and worked for the Glaziers Union. He eventually opened his own glass business in Butler. He was a hard worker and was known for his attention to detail and meticulous work. In his over 50-year career, he installed countless doors, windows, storefronts and customized projects throughout the area.
He married Marcia Lee Marburger on February 10, 1956. They were married 64 years until her death on July 1, 2020.
Bill loved mowing his lawn with his John Deere tractor and working outside. He enjoyed family history, reminiscing about the good old days, listening to old country music and cars. In his earlier years, he looked forward to the many yearly trips to Florida with family and friends to vacation and attend the Daytona 500. He spoke often of the many good times that were had there.
He is survived by his two daughters; Colby (Dick) Smith of Bradfordwoods, PA, and Carrie (Bill) Minton of Butler; grandchildren, Dustin (Erin) Byerly, Cayce Smith, Carly (Sean) Barry, and Bennett (Lauren) Porter; six great grandchildren whom he dearly loved, Blessed and Jahsiah Byerly, Jack, Luke, and Austin Barry, Tate Porter and one on the way, baby Porter.
He is also survived by his sister Nancy (Richard) Bowser and nephew Kenneth Bowser of Lorain, Ohio, several cousins, and his dear friends and loyal weekly visitors Dan Porter and Carlos Albert.
He is preceded in death by his parents, his wife, his stepfather George Sholtis, and nephew Kevin Bowser.
The family would like to extend heartfelt gratitude to the entire staff at Newhaven Court for their kindness and support during the past year. The care and kind words from the staff as well as the wonderful residents and their families will never be forgotten. Sincere appreciation is also conveyed to the VNA nurses and aides during Bill’s final days.
Additional thanks go out to those friends and family that kept in touch by calling, texting, sending cards, or helping out in any way. You are a Blessing.
A visitation will be held on Thursday June 4, 2026 from 11:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. at Thompson-Miller Funeral Home, Inc., 124 E. North Street, Butler, PA 16001.
A private memorial service will be held per family wishes.
Bill will be laid to rest privately at Butler County Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, please kindly consider memorial donations to Saint Andrew United Presbyterian Church, 201 E. Jefferson St., Butler, PA 16001.
All who knew Bill are encouraged to share memories at www.thompson-miller.com.