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Dennis Bender Obituary
Lodi, CA
June 21, 1956 - August 26, 2007
Dennis Ivan Bender passed away Sunday, August 26, 2007, he was 51 years old. He was born June 21, 1956 in Lodi, Ca. He graduated from Lodi High School. Dennis opened up his own business Arrow Rooter Drain Service; he took a lot of pride in serving his customers. In his free time he loved to ride his Harley and playing pool. He was a member of the Sons of California Motorcycle Club and was the Sergeant of Arms. He is survived by his beloved daughter, Brittany Bender of Lodi. His loving parents Ivan and Lois Bender of Lodi. His loving brother and sister and their spouses David and Kim Bender, Dianna and Bill Hiles all of Lodi. Also surviving are his three nieces and three nephews Nicole and Donnie Dyer, Jeff and Lesley Bender, Stacey Reich, Tim Bender and two great nephews, Justin Dyer and Daniel Bender and all of his brothers at the Sons of California. Dennis will be dearly missed by all of his family and dear friends. There will be a funeral service to celebrate Dennis's life on Friday August 31, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. in the Evergreen Chapel Cherokee Memorial Park Hwy 99 at East Harney Lane Lodi, Ca. There will be visitation on Thursday, August 30, 2007 from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home 831 Industrial Way Lodi, Ca. Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Dennis Bender
George Sterni
September 5, 2007
Please accept our deepest sympathies. Iron Workers Mc Delta Crew
Patti Fenley
September 3, 2007
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. I first met the Bender family when they lived by George Washington School. My prayers are with you.
SANDRA & CHUCK WARNECKE
September 2, 2007
DENNY WAS THE SWEETEST LOVING MAN ONE
COULD EVER KNOW, HIS LOVE OF PETS, HE
GAVE HIS MOM ONE OF MY YORKIE PUP'S FOR CHRISTMAS A FEW YEARS BACK DESI HE SAID WAS HER NAME, THE ONLY THING HE LOVED MORE WAS HIS FAMILY AND HIS HARLEY. WE WILL SURLY MISS DENNY HE WAS THE BEST.
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Cheri Knoepfle
September 1, 2007
We will miss Dennis on all our future runs, He was a wonderful friend! I will miss all the laughter.
Until we meet again Dennis.
Hans and Cheri
Ryan Reich
August 30, 2007
Our deepest sympathies to your family. You are in our hearts and prayers. The Ryan Reich Family
Stephanie Guardino-Rodriguez
August 29, 2007
I was a 20+ year customer of Dennis's and always loved to visit with him. He always had time after the business call to sit and chat in the driveway for awhile! All I had to do was call and say this was "Stephanie" and he always knew who it was me. He was the only person I would call for any of my work and in fact just called him 2 weeks ago. I am shocked and my sympathy goes out to his family and dear friends. We will all miss his smile.
independent crew
August 29, 2007
Our Deepest Condolences To The Family & Friends,
Carla Anaya
August 29, 2007
I will always remember Dennis. He is my sisters father. I loved him like a close friend. My deepest sympathy to the Bender family. I love you all.
John Castro
August 29, 2007
Dennis my brother its been great to have known you and having you as my Sgt.at Arms may you ride fast and free among the clouds. I just dont know now who's gonna ride up now and ask me if i know where i'm going . LOve you bro Lil John SOCMC
Elaine Brown
August 29, 2007
He had a heart of gold. I loved him, I'll miss him forever, and I will see him again, on the other side, at THE END OF THE LINE.
Susan Lane
August 29, 2007
Dennis and Family. I am one of the Wilson Clan (Lodi, CA) that has known your family for 40+ years. My brothers went to school with Dennis. I am #6 out of 7 children. I was the little sister bugging the boys while they were working on their vehicles and projects.
I sympathize with you and your family. May God Bless you and take care of all of you. Your family is in my prayers.
Susan (Wilson) Lane of Belton, MO.
Gene Langston
August 29, 2007
I was priviledged to know and count Dennis not only as a friend, but as a brother. I am a member of the Soldier for Jesus M.C. and for myself and the club, wish to offer our sincere condolences. Dennis will be missed VERY MUCH!!!
Craig and Cheryl Formati
August 29, 2007
We are one of Dennis' 20 year customers and are in shock to see his passing.He was always there when you needed him. Always with a smile and how he loved to talk, spending at least 30 minutes to discuss world situations and this was after his work was done.Our hearts go out to his family, he was our friend and will be missed.
Cherokee Memorial Park & Funeral Home & Funeral Home
August 28, 2007
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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