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Ruth Mendelson Memoriam

March 28, 1910 - November 20, 2020 Ruth Mendelson (previously Ruth L. Bender) died peacefully at the age of 110. A long time resident of North Hollywood relocated from her native New York in 1937, she was preceded in death by her husband, Benjamin D. Bender, in 1960 and is survived by their two children, Robert L. Bender and Earl O. Bender (Joan), grandchildren Shauna, Reed, Heather, Catherine and Lorin, and ten great grandchildren. Also preceded in death by her second husband, Jerome Mendelson. Her perpetual smile and positive attitude touched all who were fortunate to have known her.

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

Published by Los Angeles Times from Dec. 4 to Dec. 6, 2020.

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