Meriden - Richard E. Bennett, 74, of Butler St. died on Sunday, Janaury 31, 2010 at MidState Medical Center after a brief illness. He was born December 10, 1935 in Meriden a son of the late Helen B. Colby and Earl Bennett. He loved to hunt and fish as well as being an avid bowler. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy. He is survived by a sister, Joan Waller and a brother Ronald Bennett. He was predeceased by a brother Brian Bennett. Funeral services will be private. The Beecher & Bennett-Flatow Funeral Home, 48 Cook Ave., Meriden is in charge of the arrangements.