Our loving husband, father and grandfather, David L. Bennett, 51, passed away Sept. 20, 2009, at his home in Idaho Falls with his family at his side after fighting a courageous battle with diabetes.

He was born July 3, 1958, in Burley, Idaho, to Gary Lee Bennett and Beverly Jean Bruno Bennett. He grew up and attended school in the area, graduating from Burley High School.

On July 8, 1981, he married Denise Ann Nebeker in the Salt Lake City LDS Temple. He owned and operated his own business, Advanced Communication Specialists.

David enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping and being with his family. He especially enjoyed being with his grandchildren, Anthony, Mya and Tayah. He was active in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, serving in the Sunday school presidency and Elder's Quorum presidency.

He is survived by his wife, Denise of Idaho Falls; children, Shana (Higinio) Coeto, Brandy (Shae) Larson and Christopher Bennett, all of Idaho Falls; parents, Gary and Beverly Bennett of Burley; siblings, Jannett (Ron) Salser of Jerome, and Tim (Bonnie) Bennett and Steven (Glenna) Bennett, both of Burley; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by one daughter, Jamie Lynne Bennett.

Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 26, at the Foothill LDS Ward, 12127 N. 75th East, with Bishop Brian Cook officiating. The family will visit with friends from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. prior to the services at the church. Graveside services and burial will be at 3 p.m. at Pleasant View Cemetery in Burley, Idaho. Arrangements are under the direction of Wood Funeral Home East Side, 963 S. Ammon Road. Online condolences may be sent to www.woodfuneralhome.com.