Thomas Bennett, a resident of Westport, died Thursday, July 12, 2018, at the Willapa Care Center in Raymond. Tommy was born in Seattle, Wash. on April 24, 1950.

He graduated from Chief Sealth High School, then joined the Coast Guard Reserve, serving his time as a radioman in New York City.

Tommy began deckhanding on charter boats in Westport, Wash. when he was 14, obtained his captain’s license at 19 years old, and made fishing his career until he retired. Tommy and his dad built the Carter Boat “Spindrift” in their shop in Seattle.

He also worked for WDFW (Washington Fish & Wildlife).

When he wasn’t ocean fishing, he could often be found steelheading on local rivers.

He is survived by wife Laksamon (Nok) Bennett, sister Gerrie Kellogg, Nephews David and Jason, along with many friends.

Please donate to Westport Charter Association Scholarship Fund in Tommy’s memory.

No memorial services will be held at this time. Arrangements are in care of Stoller’s Mortuary in Raymond. You may visit www.StollersMortuary.com to leave condolences for the family.