Robert Stephen Bender Obituary
With sadness, we share the passing of Robert Stephen Bender of La Plata, Maryland. Robert, born on June 1, 1962, passed away on October 7, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Robert Stephen Bender to pay them a last tribute.
Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Robert for his warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While he will be deeply missed, the influence he had on the lives around him remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Robert’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences he brought to the world.
He was predeceased by: his parents, James E. Bender Sr. and Judith S. Bender. He is survived by: his brother James E. Bender, Jr. (Kathryn); his niece Jessica L. Swann (Colin); his nephew Matthew J. Bender; and his great-nephews, Noah and Dylan Swann.
A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Monday, October 19th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the St. Peter's Catholic Church (3320 St Peters Dr, Waldorf, MD 20601).
Memorial contributions in Robert's name may be made to the Humane Society of Charles County (https://humanesocietycc.org.).
