Barbara J. Bender Obituary
The family of Barbara J. Bender of Middleville, Michigan announces her passing on July 8, 2026. Barbara, born on August 9, 1941, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Barbara J. Bender or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Harold Terpstra and Jeanne Terpstra; and her brother Ken. She is survived by: her daughter Diane; her husband Philip Bender; her daughter Vonda (Mark); her grandchildren, Aubrey Vermeulen (Tyler), Hannah Davidhizar (Austin), Austin Atkinson (Christy), Caleb Gilmore, Isaac Gilmore (Katelyn) and Eli Gilmore (Betsy); and her sister Judy Seeley. She is also survived by many other extended family members and friends.
