Leslie L. Bennett, 71, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, May 19, 2019. Leslie was a veteran of the United States Air Force and worked for over 30 years for the Ford Motor Company.

He was born on February 22, 1948, in New Albany, Indiana, to the late Leslie E. and Elizabeth (Purtlebaugh) Bennett. Along with his parents, Leslie is preceded in death by his wife, Jerri Lynne (Baker) Bennett.

Leslie is survived by his sons, Wesley, Larry, and Christopher Bennett; and sister, Norma Jean Bennett.

Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 28, 2019, at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions - New Albany. Visitation will continue on Wednesday after 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. His Funeral Service will be at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday at the funeral home with burial and military honors to follow at Kraft-Graceland Memorial Park in New Albany.

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