South Charleston, West Virginia
Edward Eugene Bennett
1956 — 2023
Edward Eugene Bennett, 67, of South Charleston, WV, unexpectedly passed away on the evening of December 15, 2023 at WVU Medicine Thomas Hospital due to a cardiac event. When Ed started experiencing symptoms, he was doing what he loved, enjoying live music in the company of his girlfriend Annie Scott. Ed was born in Philippi, WV, and grew up in Grafton, attending Grafton High School, graduating in 1974. After a few adventurous odd jobs, he started a career of over 40 years as a railroader, first as a trackman and trainman, then spending most of his career as a Yardmaster of the Grafton Terminal for the Chessie System, and ultimately CSX Transportation. While Ed was a passionate railroader...