Dennis Joseph Bender Obituary
We bid farewell to Dennis Joseph Bender (Pickford, Michigan), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on February 19, 2026 at the age of 73. Dennis touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his father Edwin Frederick; his wife Cyndi; and his brother-in-law John Forgrave. He is survived by: his mother Delores Marie Bender (Pontbriand) of Sault Ste; his children, Nicole Walker (Josh) of Chattanooga and Levi Bender (Brittney) of Pickford; his sisters, Jeanne Adams (Bill) of Utah, Debbie Forgrave of Brimley, Linda Adams (Red) of DeTour and Cheryl Kutzley (Steve) of Morencie, Michigan; and his grandchildren, Justice Mason, Jaden Mason, Mikayla Walker, Clayton Walker, Macie Bender and Maxson Bender. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Memorial Contributions in Dennis's honor may be sent to AMVETS Dept of Michigan, 106 Thorpe Ave. Roscommon, MI 48653 or to Hospice of the EUP, 308 W. 12th Ave., Sault, Ste. Marie, MI 49783.
