Earl Dean Bender Obituary

The world bids farewell to Earl Dean Bender of Ridgeway, Missouri, departing on April 24, 2026 at the age of 63. Earl leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Roy E. Bender and Rosezetta A. Bender (Wax); his sister Lynda Gale Bender; his sister-in-law Nancy Bender; his nieces, Leah Richardson and Tracey Crossley; and his uncle Dean Bender.

He is survived by: his sons, Steven W. Cain of Ridgeway, MO and Gary L. Marsh (Courtney) of Bethany, MO; his siblings, Francis Bender (Gary) of Eagleville, MO, Kathy Richardson (Ronnie) of Hatfield, MO and Roy Bender of Climax Springs, MO; his close friend Diann Cunningham of Ridgeway, MO; his children, Jenniffer Chapman (Henry) of Maryville, MO, Jared Cunningham (Chris) of Fayetteville, NC and Justin Cunningham (Fale); his grandchildren, Conner Marsh, Mickie Marsh, Lana Cain, Jalyn Cain, Mason Cain, Lafe Chapman, Kailee Chapman, Hayden Chapman, Haylee Chapman, Justine Cunningham, Malcolm Lightner and Lennox Cunningham; and his great grandchild Wrynn Chapman. He is also survived by numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends.

Memorials and contributions are suggested to the Rose Hill Cemetery.