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Robert Bender Obituary

Robert William Bender, 70, a seasonal resident of first Indian Wells Country Club and then The Big Horn Golf Club, passed away January 10, 2013 surrounded by his loving family. Robert lost his yearlong courageous battle against cancer. His accomplishments are too numerous to mention. His zest for life, contagious! He ran his several businesses with a work-hard, play-hard objective. He loved golf, horses, music and playing cards, not to mention a cocktail or two! He created fun and excitement wherever he was, with whomever he was with. His devoted family will miss him terribly! Family will receive friends Thursday, January 17, 2013 at Berry/Martens Funeral Home from 5-9 pm. Friday, January 18, 2013 from 5-9 pm there will be a "Tribute Party" at Avon Oakes Country Club. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Robert's memory to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 17876 St Clair Ave., Cleveland, Ohio 44110 or The Gathering Place, 800 Sharon Drive, Westlake, Ohio 44145

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Published by The Desert Sun from Jan. 16 to Jan. 20, 2013.

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Sponsored by His loving sister C. Eleanore Osborne and her son and daughter-in-law: Kevin & Jeri Grail .

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Linda and Robert

March 4, 2014

Ellie and Robert

March 4, 2014

Ryan Grail and Uncle Rob

March 4, 2014

Uncle Rob and Kevin

March 4, 2014

June 9, 2013

There is so much remembered joy and love, and a place in my heart that is his alone.
Robert's sister, Eleanore

Good Times with Linda, Robert, Ian, Ellie, Kevin, Ryan, Jeri

June 5, 2013

William Shaffer

April 23, 2013

Sorry not to have contacted earlier. Bob was an SAE fraternity brother at Ohio Wesleyan. My best wished to the family.

Steve Cooper (coop)

February 21, 2013

Sorry for this terrible. All of his SAE pledge brothers from Ohio Wesleyan remember him well. He was an integral part of our brotherhood, an unforgetable young character and loved by all of us

February 2, 2013

I am missing him so much... You to Linda Lu! Both of u... The loves of my life. Brendita

January 26, 2013

Dear Lindalu, We are so sorry and our hearts are sad to hear of Bobs passing and the fight that he went though. Are loving thoughts are with you always.
Love,
Emily and Art

Marlene & Karl Kent

January 25, 2013

Hi LindaLu--Our sympathies to you and your family. I remember you both at LACC and the fun Christmas Party at Wolf Run.

Susan Brown

January 21, 2013

Dear LindaLu Gary and I want you to know that we are thinking of you during this difficult time.

Gloria McDermott

January 21, 2013

Dear Linda, My deepest sympathy goes out to you, it was great knowing your Robert even if it was a short time. God Bless Gloria McDermott

Jim Butzbach Privacy Director

January 20, 2013

Linda: It has been some time. I was so saddened to learn of Bob's passing this week. Both of you were very special people during my time at BIGHORN. Bob will be so missed. Just wanted to let you know I was thing of you and the family during this sad time.

Sherri, Michael & Nancy Rose

January 20, 2013

May God bless you and your family during this time of deep sorrow. We have fond memories of Bob from when he and my father were close friends. We lost my father (Al Rose) to this same cancer in February 2012. Hopefully, they are playing golf together at the most beautiful country club in Heaven.

Bruce and Coleen Walter

January 19, 2013

Linda and family, We just want to tell you how sad it is to hear about Bob's passing. He was such a gentle soul and we are honored to have known him. Linda, we miss you and you are in our prayers.

Michael Masters

January 18, 2013

Robert Bender was everybody's Daddy. The best way to describe him is that he is and always will be "A man of substance" his integrity is unmatched.
Until we meet on the other side Daddy we are the champions.

Love Michael and Mark

Kathy Kaserman, RN

January 17, 2013

Thoughts and prayers to the family at this sad time. It was my honor to have been involved in his treatment. He was a sweet, funny man and will be missed.

January 17, 2013

Linda and family: There are so many favorite memories of Robert...his smile, his enormous heart, and gentle words. He has touched our lives and will not be forgotten. Love and believe, Denny and Joyce Radloff

January 16, 2013

Thinking of you Linda Lu and your family during this difficult time. We're glad that Bob lived life to the fullest with a wonderful wife, family and friends. He will be missed.
TJ & Joyce Kelly

January 16, 2013

Thinking of you Linda Lu, I'm so sorry.
hugs, Connie Laub

January 16, 2013

Kim,
I am truly sorry for you loss. Your father must have been a wonderful person to has such an amazing daughter.
MRC

lynn boyd

January 16, 2013

Linda & Kim,
Im so sorry for your loss. I knew Robert when he hung around with all the guys I went to school with, just a few Al Rose,Dan Gold,Eddie Zielinski etc. He is now in a better place and no longer suffering.
Love & God Bless you & your family.
Lynn Boyd

Bob & Shirley Smith

January 16, 2013

Hi Linda: So sorry to hear about Bob.

January 16, 2013

So sorry to hear about Bob he was a very funny and happy guy had fun with him. I can still remember him at the house at Big Horn in his robe coming down the stairs singing Who let the Dogs Out.
Cookie and Janie

Carol Tufaro

January 16, 2013

To all the family with sympathy at this sad time, so many memories, so much love.

TOM AHERN

January 16, 2013

MY FRIEND SINCE 1953, GOOD TIMES AT ST. CHARLES GRADE SCHOOL AND THE OLD PARMA NEIGHBORHOOD "KNOLLWOOD APTS. I'LL MISS YOU OLD FRIEND !

Laurie Mallory

January 16, 2013

Linda Lu & Family,
I was so terribly upset upon hearing of Bob's passing. I hope you take courage and strength in the knowledge that he was so cared about. We still miss you both. My deepest sympathy.
Laurie - Concierge BHGC

Pam Bartter

January 16, 2013

Cherishing all the great memories we shared with you. We love you and will miss you. Friendship is one of the greatest gifts you gave to us. Love and hugs, Pam & Ron Bartter

kathy kroll

January 16, 2013

My thoughts and prayers go out to you Linda Lu

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