UTAH SENATE HONORS THE MEMORY OF FORMER U.S. SENATOR BOB BENNETT
SALT LAKE CITY – Tonight, Senate President Wayne Niederhauser issued the following statement.
“Bob Bennett was a dignified patriot. He cared deeply for this country and for years offered his heart and intellect in her service. He was a kind and effective statesman, mentor, and scholar.
“The Utah State Senate honors the memory of this great man and mourns his passing.”
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Rep. Rob Bishop on the Passing of Sen. Bob Bennett
WASHINGTON – Rep. Rob Bishop (UT-01) offered the following statement after the passing of former Utah Senator Bob Bennett:
“As much as we mourn his loss, it is comforting to realize he is continuing his eternal progression. Senator Bennett was not just a wise political leader for the state, he was someone I considered a friend. I first met Bob Bennett well before he was elected, as we worked to improve Utah’s education structure. Since then, I have worked with him in many capacities, and was impressed by his keen insight and compassion for all Utahns. He had great political stories, which I hope he has written down. His family is in my prayers and hopefully they take comfort in knowing their father and husband left this world a better place than he found it.”
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Hatch Statement on the Passing of Senator Robert Bennett
Washington, D.C.—Senator Orrin Hatch, R-Utah, issued the following statement on the passing of former Senator Robert Bennett:
“I had the incredible honor of serving alongside Bob Bennett for nearly two decades as we represented the State of Utah in the United States Senate. In that time, Bob served our state and the nation with unwavering devotion. In the Senate, he was widely respected as a wise and thoughtful leader committed to finding innovative solutions to the most difficult challenges of the day. Above all else, he was a passionate fighter for Utahns, whom were always foremost in his mind. Our state has benefitted tremendously from his many years of loyal service. I will remember Bob not only as an admired colleague and a trusted partner, but also as a cherished friend that I will miss dearly. Elaine and I send our deepest sympathy and heartfelt prayers to Joyce and the entire Bennett family at this difficult time.”
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In addition to the statement below, Senator Hatch paid tribute to Senator Bob Bennett on video from Israel early this morning.
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Gov. Herbert statement on the passing of Sen. Bob Bennett
SALT LAKE CITY (May 4, 2016) – Gov. Gary R. Herbert issued the following statement on the passing of former Sen. Bob Bennett:
“Our prayers are with the Bennett family today as we mourn the passing of former Sen. Bob Bennett. Bob was a tremendous public servant who faithfully represented our state. A born leader, his passion for public policy came early in life and guided his lifetime of service and civic involvement. I will remember Bob as someone who was always quick to take on an assignment and slow to take the credit once he accomplished it. Above all, he was a man of integrity who loved his family and the people he served. Jeanette and I extend our heartfelt condolences to his wife Joyce and their six children.”
