Bennett C. Gardiner II Obituary
In loving memory of Bennett C. Gardiner II (Endicott, New York), born in Plattsburgh, New York, who departed this world on October 15, 2024 at the age of 70. Bennett leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As Bennett departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Bennett. Though Bennett may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Myron DeFranco and Mary DeFranco; his sister Michelle DeFranco; and his great-nephew Leo Anthony DeFranco. He is survived by: his wife Laura; his stepdaughter Bridgette Blakeslee; his grandsons, Robert, Alistair Blakeslee and Gary Smith (Zena); and his siblings, Samuel DeFranco (Dawn), Leslie Knott (Derek), Myron DeFranco (Robin) and Rebecca Fichtl (Greg). He is also survived by 11 nieces and nephews and several great nieces and nephews.
