With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Mark C. Bender (Seneca Falls, New York), born in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on April 18, 2024 at the age of 77. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by : his brother Lawrence, Jr.; his sister-in-law Bernadette Bender; and his parents, Lawrence Bender and Catherine Bender (Keller). He is survived by : his brother Dennis; his sister-in-law Mary Ann Bender (VanCleef); his nieces, Katherine Leite (Felipe), Elizabeth Rightmier (Craig) and Kristen Donnelly (Scott); and his nephew L. J. Bender (Joanne). He is also survived by seven great nieces and nephews.

A funeral Mass was held on Thursday, April 25th 2024 at 10:00 AM at the St. Patrick's Church (97 W Bayard St, Seneca Falls, NY 13148). A burial was held on Thursday, April 25th 2024 at 11:15 AM.

At the family's request, please, no flowers. Those wishing may direct memorial contributions to Mozaic (https://www.mozaic.org) (formerly ARC), 1083 Waterloo-Geneva Road, Waterloo, NY 13165, or St. Francis - St. Clare Parish, 35 Center Street, Waterloo.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Doran Funeral Home Inc