Bennett has deep Long Beach roots. He grew up in the West End and went to Long Beach Schools. He married Betty Robertson from Point Lookout and had 4 wonderful children while practicing dentistry for 44 years. Nancy grew up in Freeport/Point Lookout and moved to Long Beach after marrying Jack. Bennett and Nancy knew each other over the years through LB Catholic School and theater. (Nancy's dance partner is Bennett's nephew). After the passing of both spouses, they reconnected at St. Mary's 8 am mass. If you run into Doc now he will most likely ask you, "Did you hear that Nancy got engaged?" Yes- to him!