Lee Bendel Obituary
Lee was born one of eight children, on November 17, 1961, in Wooster, Ohio, to the late Cecil and Dolores (Hine) Bendel and lived most of his life in the Wadsworth area.
He graduated from Cloverleaf High School and was most recently employed as a machinist for Pneumatic Scale Angelus in Cuyahoga Falls prior to his declining health.
He was most comfortable in his home and loved watching television programs and also enjoyed camping and fishing.
Surviving are nephews, Jeff Terwilliger and Michael (Kathy) Hudgins; brother, Richard (Pat) Hudgins; sister, Mary Haughney; and brother-in-law, Larry (Jennifer) Skruck.
He was preceded in death by his parents and several brothers and sisters.
A celebration of life service will be announced at a later date.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Steve Bendel
January 29, 2026
There wasn't a bad bone in Lee's body.Never would pass you by without saying hello.A very kind spirit.If everyone were more like Lee the world would be a better place.Rest in peace Lee,I know your in the right place.My whole family feels the same for sure!
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Dee Hallam
January 27, 2026
My deepest condolences to Jeff and all Lees' friends and family. Lee was my neighbor for about 20 years. Lee, Jeff and Ken (my late hubby) were best friends and also my dog Molly. They would sit or stand in our adjoining backyard to chat. I loved to tease them and would yell "There's the backyard fence girls." I miss those people and those time
Lee had a great memory and remembered people and dates from years ago. I know he will be missed by his nephew Jeff, Sending prayers for all of Lees' family.
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January 27, 2026
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