Jack Clinton Bennett, 81, of Jefferson City, MO, formerly of the Silver Lake, KS area, passed away Friday, June 3, 2016 at Jefferson City Nursing and Rehab. He was born May 1, 1935 in Soldier, KS the son of Harold Emerson and Nancy Ann (Paslay) Bennett.

Jack had worked for moving companies in many different communities throughout his life. He has been in Jefferson City since 1979.

He is survived by his brother, Merle Bennett of Anderson, IN. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Clifford Bennett.

Graveside services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 8, 2016 at the Mayetta Cemetery. Mercer Funeral Home in Holton, KS is in charge of the arrangements. To leave a special message for the family, please visit www.mercerfuneralhomes.com.