Mrs. Verna M. Bennett, age 66, Johnson City, passed away Tuesday, July 17, 2012 at her residence.

Mrs. Bennett was a native of Washington County and daughter of the late Thomas & Zella Waller Allmon. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Bennett was also preceded in death by her husband, Howard Hill Bennett in 2002 and one son, Tom Garland.

She loved to cook and care for her home. She enjoyed living in many areas of the country but loved East Tennessee.

Survivors include three children, five step children; one brother, Dean Allmon, Gray; nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

Graveside services will be conducted 9:30 am Saturday, July 21, 2012 at Bacon-Kinchloe Cemetery with Rev. Ron Thompson officiating.

Pallbearers will be family members.