Patricia Ann Bender Obituary

The family announces the passing of Patricia Ann Bender (Chesterfield, Missouri) on May 27, 2026. Patricia Ann, born on January 17, 1947 in Saint Louis, Missouri, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, James Melroy and Gertrude Melroy; and her siblings, Sharon Neal and Michael Melroy. She is survived by: her daughter Kimberly Bender; her husband John; her children, DeAnna Helfer (Neil) and Todd Bender (Gretchen); her grandchildren, Aiden Pratt (Caroline), Kelsey Bender, Carlie Pratt (Caleb) and Caitlyn Loeffelman (Cole); her stepgrandchildren, Drew Helfer (Emily), Alexis Helfer (Tavian) and Samuel Helfer; and her stepgreat-grandchildren, Emery Robinson, Cecilia Helfer and Sonny Helfer.

In lieu of flowers. Memorial contributions may be made to: Operation Food Search – http://www.operationfoodsearch.org.