Robert R. Bender
May 20, 1930 - February 14, 2017
Robert R. Bender, age 86, passed away on February 14, 2017. Preceded in death by his father, Benjamin Bender; mother, Evelyn Rosen; brother, Jack Bender; his dogs, Leroy Brown and Shana Madel. He is survived by his nephews, Joel (Lisa) Bender and Scott (Susan) Bender; niece, Sherry (Ken) Levy; sister-in-law, Sophia Bender; great nieces; great nephews; many loving friends. Bob graduated from Tulane University and went on to serve in the US Air Force during the Korean War attaining the rank of Captain. He was a member of the Model Corks Club, member of Congregation Agudas Achim where he served on the board of directors, Chesed Committee and Agudas Achim Brotherhood and was the recipient of the Pride of the Brotherhood award. The family wishes to express thanks to Bill and Karen Hottinger, Kasheba Stevensen and Wexner Heritage Village for their years of dedicated and loving care they provided for Bob. Funeral services will be held at 10:30AM on Friday, February 17 at Epstein Memorial Chapel, 3232 E. Main St. Interment will follow at New Agudas Achim Cemetery. Immediately following the service the family will receive friends at Wexner Heritage House. In lieu of flowers, donations are preferred in Bob’s memory to Congregation Agudas Achim, 2767 E. Broad St., Columbus 43209 or Wexner Heritage Village, 1151 College Ave., Columbus 43209.
Robert R. Bender, age 86, passed away on February 14, 2017. Preceded in death by his father, Benjamin Bender; mother, Evelyn Rosen; brother, Jack Bender; his dogs, Leroy Brown and Shana Madel. He is survived by his nephews, Joel (Lisa) Bender... View Obituary & Service Information
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