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Larry L. Bender, age 86, of Wilton, Iowa, passed away Friday, October 17, 2025, at UnityPoint Health-Trinity Rock Island. A private family service will be held in Oakdale Cemetery, Wilton, at a later date. Larry was born on June 24, 1939, the son of Clyde and Idella (Rowe) Bender in Iowa City. He graduated from West Liberty High School. After graduation, Larry proudly served his country in the military. Larry was united in marriage to Mary Dutton on September 13, 1997 in Wilton. Mary passed away on May 11, 2021. Larry worked as a press operator at Moore’s Business Forms in Iowa City for forty-two years, where he was known for his strong work ethic and dedication. After retiring, Larry devoted himself to caring for his beloved wife, Mary - a role he fulfilled with great love. Larry enjoyed an active and social life. He loved golfing, gambling, playing slot machines, bowling, and spending time with friends over games of Dominoes and Bingo. Together, Larry and Mary shared many wonderful adventures, especially traveling and wintering in Arizona. Larry will be dearly missed by his stepdaughter, Ellen Pickman of Oak Park, Michigan; three step grandchildren, George, Javon and Brittnee; two step great-grandchildren, Christopher and Hailey; a sister, Bonnie Tice of Cedar Falls; four nieces and nephews, Cindy (Russ) Sanders of West Liberty, Curt Sanders of West Liberty, Ramona Tice of Denver, Iowa and Chris Tice of Cedar Falls, Iowa;and several grand and great-grand nieces and nephews. Larry was preceded in death by his parents, Clyde and Idella; his wife, Mary Bender; and one sister, Maureen Sanders.

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