Peter Joseph Bender, 65, of Loveland, Ohio, passed away Sept. 27, 2025. Born in Cincinnati, he enjoyed a long career with UC Blue Ash and was a devoted member and leader at The Community of the Good Shepherd. Known for his warmth, generosity, and servant leadership, Peter was a natural musician and loved reading, photography, gardening and brewing beer.
He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Victoria; children, Angela (Mike) Praksti and Matthew Bender; grandchildren, Isla and Kai Praksti; mother, Mary Grace Bender; siblings Tim (Karen) Bender, Greg Bender, Mary (Greg) Popp, Sue (Mark) Popp, Jen (Andy) Price, and Jill (Fred) Matson; and many nieces and nephews including his godchildren Rachel (Chris) Bender and Jacob Matson. Preceded in death by his father, Daniel F. Bender.
Visitation Wednesday, Oct. 8, 5–8 p.m. at Mihovk-Rosenacker Funeral Home, Plainfield Rd., and Thursday, Oct. 9, 10:45–11:45 a.m. at The Community of the Good Shepherd, followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 12 p.m. Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association, American Heart Association or Alzheimer’s Association.
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