Vicki Lee Bennett

Vicki Lee Bennett, age 65, passed away on Sunday, February 14, 2021 at her home in Des Moines.

Vicki was born January 19, 1956 in Black Hawk Waterloo to Walter and Mary (Wimber) Ivie. She grew up in Des Moines and married her loving husband Kenneth on January 1, 2000.

Vicki had a big heart and knew no stranger. She would do anything for anyone including animals. She would literally give the shirt off her back to anyone no questions asked. She always had a pet and loved caring for animals. She was a bonus mom to many.

Vicki enjoyed thrifting. She spent many afternoons finding treasures at yards sales and thrift stores. She also enjoyed collecting rocks. She really liked watching Dr. Phil, Real Housewives, and crime/cop shows.

She is survived by husband, Kenneth Bennett; children, Robert Ferrell II, Jacob (Kim) Ferrell, Mary (Duncan) Smith, Barb Moon, Richie (Erica) Bennett, Candace (Tyler) Goode; grandchildren, Katie, Robert III, Lexi, Sadie, Tyler, Emmett, Ella, Everly, Nevaeh, Noah, Turner, Tiera, Lillian; siblings, Sharon Petrie and Deb (Jr) Brewer.

Vicki was preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Mary (Wimber) Ivie; son, Rodney Bennett; siblings, Harvey Petrie, Connie Urias, Melvin Ivie, and best friend Betty.

All services will be held at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines. Visitation will be held Thursday, February 18, 2021 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm. Funeral service will take place following the visitation at 3:00pm. Reception following at Bianchi’s Hill Top, 2830 Hubbell Avenue, Des Moines.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the Animal Rescue League of Iowa in memory of Vicki Lee Bennett.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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