He was born on October 25,1957 in Wilmington, North Carolina.
He is survived by his mother, Carolyn McKeithan; and his father, Frank Bennett of California; his sisters, Melissa Haugen (Jeff) and Mary Bennett Sharp; his brother, Daniel Bennett; and a niece Lauren Haugen.
Darryl loved animals, music and the Duke Blue Devils. He enjoyed spending time with friends and watching television, especially, Everybody Loves Raymond and Judge Judy.
A celebration of his life will be held later this summer.
In lieu of flowers donations can be sent to Lower Cape Fear Lifecare at 955 Mercy Lane Bolivia, NC 28461 or Southport Oak Island Animal Rescue (SOAR) at https://soar-nc.org
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.peacocknewnamwhite.com
Peacock-Newnam and White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport, North Carolina is serving the family.