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James Bence Obituary

JAMES N. BENCE, JR. HIGHLAND, IN James N. Bence Jr., age 82, of Highland, passed away Saturday, July 2, 2016. He is survived by his wife Patricia Bence; sons: Jeff (Terri) Bence, Robert Bence, Don (Jennifer) Bence, and Ron (Ling) Bence; step daughter Jill Johnson; grandchildren: Jerod, Jenni, Billy, Zachary, Sydney, Meagan, Abby, Chelsea, Ryan, and Yuyu; and 6 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his sister Phyllis Wilson. As per his wishes Mr. Bence will be cremated and a memorial service will be held at the Fagen-Miller Funeral Home, 2828 Highway Ave in Highland on Thursday, July 7, 2016 at 7:00 pm. Friends may meet with the family on Thursday at the funeral home from 2:00 p.m. until the time of service. Jim graduated from Hammond High School in 1952 and was a Veteran of the US Army serving during Korea. He was also a member of the American Legion Post 232 in Hammond, The Knights of Columbus in Hammond, and the East Chicago Masons. He loved hockey and baseball and coached Babe Ruth for many years, but true to his heart was his beloved dog, Mitch. In lieu of flowers donations to the Diabetes Foundation would be appreciated. www.fagenmiller.com

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Published by The Times from Jul. 6 to Jul. 7, 2016.

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Jack Smith

February 16, 2018

Jim and I were Pals growing up on Kenwood St. in Hessville, IN. I moved to Arizona in 1947 and never heard from any childhood friends, my fault. Would enjoy any contact from him or any of his family. I am 87.

Jim Granack

July 11, 2016

God bless

Carole Donner

July 9, 2016

My brothers, Walt and Howard Last, played under Coach Bence and learned many good life lessons as well as baseball strategies. Our condolences to the family.

July 8, 2016

Ron, so sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless , jerry and gerri cox

Tim & Darlene Burfield

July 7, 2016

Jeff, sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.

Ray & Nancy Kanzler

July 7, 2016

So sorry, Pat. Will keep him in our prayers. Anything you need, call us at 219-202-4343. Have to work today. - Ray and Nancy

Kelly W

July 6, 2016

May Jim rest with the Angels. He was one of my favorites at the American Legion, Post 232.

Jim Baker

July 6, 2016

Jim was a good man and a great friend to our family. I have such fond memories of all the times spent at Homestead Park and the myriad of other sporting events our families shared together. I hope these special times and memories help comfort your pain during these tough times.

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