Sanford Bennett
Sanford Bennett (1841-1926) was an American songwriter and pharmacist. He is best known for his song "Sweet By and By", which has become a popular hymn and is often played at funerals.
Early Life[edit | edit source]
Bennett was born in Fulton County, Illinois on June 21, 1841. He was the son of William Bennett and Mary Sanford Bennett. His father was a farmer and his mother was a homemaker.
Career[edit | edit source]
Bennett began his career as a pharmacist in Elkhorn, Wisconsin. He later moved to Richland Center, Wisconsin where he continued his pharmacy business.
In addition to his pharmacy business, Bennett was also a songwriter. He wrote several popular songs during his lifetime, but his most famous song is "Sweet By and By". The song was written in 1868 and has since become a popular hymn.
Personal Life[edit | edit source]
Bennett was married to Mary Bennett. They had two children together, William Bennett Jr. and Mary Bennett Jr..
Death[edit | edit source]
Bennett died on May 6, 1926 in Richland Center, Wisconsin. He was 84 years old at the time of his death.
Legacy[edit | edit source]
Bennett's song "Sweet By and By" continues to be played at funerals and other religious ceremonies. It has been covered by several artists and is considered a classic hymn.
See Also[edit | edit source]
- List of American songwriters
- List of people from Fulton County, Illinois
- List of people from Richland Center, Wisconsin
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