Dede Bender Obituary
We bid farewell to Dede Bender (Prescott, Michigan), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on May 7, 2026 at the age of 68. Dede 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.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Samuel Stuble and Iva Jean Stuble; and her son-in-law Jeffrey VanOchten. She is survived by: her sister Sandra; her brothers-in-law, Roger Haas and Alan Butts; her husband Dennis Bender; her daughters, Desiree VanOchten and Brittany Bender (Joshua Bell); her grandchildren, Zoe Ashby (Matthew), Riley Bender and Rhianna Gonzalez; her great grandchild Samson Ashby; and her siblings, Todd Stuble (Elsa) and Julie Butts.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to be made for expenses, a gesture that would truly honor Dede's generous spirit.
