Darlene M. Bennett was born & raised in Key West where she attended Douglass and Key West High Schools and furthered her education at Florida Keys Community College. Darlene was always active and found fulfillment in giving back to her community.
The DASH in a person’s lifetime from birth to death tells the story of how they lived. Here is Darlene’s story. A very active worker within various community organizations she worked with AIDS Help, The Local NAACP, Key West Repertoire Choir, Church Women United and The Leadership Academy of C.F.F.K. Darlene was still active with The Blessed Community Gospel Choir until her health started failing. Coral City Elks Temple #400, and Key of the Gulf O. E. S. Chapter #5, local A.A.R.P, ACS- Making Strides, and Relay for Life, Dr. M. L. King Scholarship Committee, and The Cannon John Reece Scholarship Committee. She was a staunch supporter of the A. M. E. Zion Church. Darlene held membership at her “beloved Cornish Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church and was affectionately known as “Ms. Cornish”. She worked in various departments and has held numerous positions. Her favorite department being the missionary (WH&OMS) where she is known to be a missionary on a mission. Always serving others.
Darlene is the oldest of six siblings, the mother of two sons and grandmother of four and one great grand on the way.
A retired registered certified Pharmacy Tech. Darlene enjoyed singing, traveling, fellowshipping, reading, and attending workshops to learn more and assisting others with her missionary heart. She is also a proud member of the popular Red Hat Society where she played in (2) chapters Klassy Girlfriends and Cultivating Sisters. Her message and saying to others were: “Be Encouraged”, “You have not because you ask not” & “God Loves You and so do I”.
Darlene’s DASH illustrated the importance of a life of fulfillment and one that touched the hearts of many. Leaving to cherish her memory a host of loved ones, family, friends, church members and many loving friends.
