Gene Patrick Bender Sr.
April 25, 1960 - February 14, 2021
Gene Patrick Bender Sr. 60, Of New Castle, DE passed away Sunday, February 14, 2021, at home with his beloved wife, Barbara Bender, at his side. Gene was a well-respected husband, father, grandfather, and uncle. He worked hard his whole life giving his wife and kids everything they ever needed especially love. Gene worked hard and loved just as hard. He had such a love for his animals and his family; there was nothing that man loved more. Gene also loved by many and will be greatly missed! Living life without him will not be easy. Gene was survived by his loving wife 40 years, Barbara Bender; his daughters, Katie Bender (Jason Vick) & Patrica Bayless (Ricky Bayless ;) son, Gene Bender Jr. (Rachel); 7 amazing beautiful grandchildren: Matthew Bender, Callie Vick, Joselyn Bender, Jackson Bender, Twins Otis and Eris Bender, Nina; brother, James Bender (Andi); and many nephews and nieces. A visitation will be held Sunday, February 21, 2021, from 6-8 PM at Strano & Feeley Family Funeral Home, 635 ChurchmansRd., Newark, DE 19702. A second visitation will be held Monday, February 22, 2021, from 10-11 AM at the funeral home followed by a service in celebration of Gene’s life at 11 AM. Burial will follow in Cathedral Cemetery. For directions or to send an online condolence visit www.stranofeeley.com
Gene Patrick Bender Sr. 60, Of New Castle, DE passed away Sunday, February 14, 2021, at home with his beloved wife, Barbara Bender, at his side. Gene was a well-respected husband, father, grandfather, and uncle. He worked hard his whole life... View Obituary & Service Information
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