Marilynn Bender Obituary
The memory of Marilynn Bender of South Bend, Indiana, who passed away on May 19, 2026 at the age of 89, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Marilynn Bender to pay them a last tribute.
In the sacred silence of farewell, Marilynn is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that her light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of her loved ones. And as her memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that Marilynn's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Thomas Hedrick and Florine Buysse Hedrick; and her husband John R. Bender. She is survived by: her children, Rita Swihart (Brad), Tim Bender (Melissa) and Mike Bender; and her brother John Hedrick (Liz). She is also survived by 5 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren.
Donations: Cathedral of St. Matthew 1701 Miami Street, South Bend IN 46613 Tel: 1-574-289-5539 Web: https://stmatthewcathedral.org
