Richard Bender Obituary

We announce the death of Richard Bender of Elkhart, Indiana, who passed away on June 21, 2026, at the age of 87. Richard will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Richard Bender to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Russell Bender and Edna Bender; and his brothers, Rex Bender and Stan Bender. He is survived by: his wife Carolyn Neece; his children, Jeff Bender (Beth), Bruce Bender, Amy Modjeska (Rick) and Jason Bender (Amy); his grandchildren, Travis Bender, Scott Bender-Wall, Lindsay Schwab, Kayleigh Radabaugh, Kristen Baldridge, Dusten Modjeska, Madison Bender, Cierra Carey, Austin Carey, Dalton Carey, Brandin Bender and Brittin Bender; and his brother Jim Bender.