FUNERAL HOME

Wise Funeral Service

129 W. Warren Street

Bucyrus, Ohio

James Bender Obituary

James F. Bender

BUCYRUS: James F. Bender, 80, of Bucyrus died Wednesday, October 15, 2014 at his residence which was situated on the farm that was owned by his beloved parents, The Honorable, Oliver K. and Helen G. Bender. He was born in Bucyrus on August 4, 1934. James cherished his time with his parents and the farm land that he lived nearly his entire life upon.

Jim graduated from Bucyrus High School in 1952. He worked with his father on the farm, on real estate rehabs, and at several employers until he was hired at Timken Roller Bearing. He was employed at Timken for over 33 years. While at Timken, he completed an Undergraduate Degree in Education at The Ohio State University in 1986. After graduation, he was a caseworker for Crawford County Children Services, case manager for Community Counseling, and retired as an Investigator for the Crawford County Common Pleas Court, Domestic Relations Division in 2003. Jim was a member of the Air National Guard and the Army Reserve in the 1960's.

Jim was a member of the local Elks, American Legion, and Moose. He loved to play Euchre through his years of membership at these entities. Also, he was a member of the United States Golf Association, the Crawford County Golf Association, and the PGA Partners. He was Vice-President of the Crawford County Golf Association that put on an annual youth tournament which was played at the golf courses in the county over three days. He and his brother, the Honorable John F. Bender, sponsored a scholarship in the name of their father for the winner. He played in a number of golf leagues primarily at Valley Golf Course in Galion. He loved golf, and attended PGA tournaments at venues like Inverness in Toledo, Oakmont in Pittsburgh, Memorial in Columbus, and Firestone in Akron. His greatest highlights in golf was attending The Masters at Augusta National in Georgia, playing in Scotland, and a chance meeting with Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus, and Gary Player at Firestone.

Jim is survived by his wife of 44 years, Mary Jane Bender (Stover); and his first wife, Jean A. Kottyan (Bowers). He married Mary on January 10, 1970. He is survived by his five greatest accomplishments, his children, four by Jean and one by Mary. His children are: Judy Bender of Tiffin, Joy Bender of Bucyrus, Jeffrey (Vickie) Bender of Lancaster, Joan Bender of Caledonia and Jerri Bender of Centerville; 11 grandchildren: Trish Darenberger, Edward (Dina) Weisenauer, Andrew (Katie) Farrow, Nathan Kanney, Jamie (Ron) Wagner, Lisa Kanney, Sarah Francisco, Jonathan (Kylie) Bender, Elizabeth Sappington Olivia K McNamara and C.J. Benner. Also surviving is his brother, The Honorable John F. Bender and his wife, Bobbie of Dublin along with their daughter, Brandie (David) Clark.

Jim is preceded in death by his parents.

Friends may call from 1-3 and 5-7 p.m. Sunday, October 19 at Wise Funeral Service where funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Monday with Pastor Don L. Neumann officiating and burial will follow in Nevada Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be given to the Alzheimer's Association, St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Gifts for Yanks or to a charity of the donor's choice through the funeral home. Expressions of sympathy may be left online at www.wisefuneral.com.

Published by News Journal on Oct. 17, 2014.
34465541-95D0-45B0-BEEB-B9E0361A315A

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Memories and Condolences
for James Bender

Not sure what to say?





Mary Jane you are in my thoughts and prayers. Donna Gorenflo

October 20, 2014

Mary and family,
So sorry for your loss. I spent many an hour with Jim at the Mansfield Branch helping each other get back into studying and homework. Jim was a good friend to me then ('72-'74). May God grant him eternal rest.

Chris Fisher

October 17, 2014

I love u grandpa!

lisa Kanney

October 17, 2014

So sorry for your loss, he was a real gentleman, and will be sincerely missed. Talked to him often when, I was the county veterans service officer.

Bill Bessinger

October 17, 2014

I ? u Grandpa!

lisa Kanney

October 17, 2014

Mary Jane and Family,
So sorry for your loss, may all your wonderful memories of Jim help you through this difficult time.

Billie Jo

Billie Jo Carr

October 17, 2014

Mary and family; So sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Pam Lohr-Barker

October 17, 2014

So sorry for your loss. As a child I can remember may good times with Big Jim, so easy going and kind...take care all

Tammy Outhwaite Glass

October 17, 2014

Showing 1 - 8 of 8 results

Make a Donation
in James Bender's name

Please consider a donation as requested by the family.

Memorial Events
for James Bender

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

Wise Funeral Service

129 W. Warren Street, Bucyrus, OH 44820

How to support James's loved ones
Commemorate a cherished Veteran with a special tribute of Taps at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor James Bender's life and legacy
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more