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BENDER: Raymond

July 2, 2017 By 12 Condolences

BENDER: Raymond

Bender, Raymond – Passed away peacefully at Alexandra Marine and General Hospital on July 2nd, 2017 surrounded by his family, in his 80th year. Loving husband to Vi Bender for 60 years. Cherished father to Jack (Shelley), Rick, Randy (Gail), Karen (Scott) Harris, Kevin (Jillian) and Wendy (Ron) Plasschaert. Proud grandfather of 12 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Predeceased by his parents; William and Catherine (nee Huiser) Bender and siblings Dorothy Storey, Myrel Storey and Joe Bender. Survived by his siblings Ethel (Jack) Boden, Grace (William) Stephenson and Carl (Donna) Bender. A celebration of Ray’s life will be held on Saturday, July 15, 2017 from 2 – 4 p.m. at the Goderich Royal Canadian Legion Branch #109 (56 Kingston Street, Goderich). A heartfelt thank you to the Alexandra Marine and General Hospital 2nd floor nurses and Dialysis Unit for all their compassionate care. Memorial donations can be made to the Kidney Foundation in Ray’s memory.

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Filed Under: Goderich, Obituary Tagged With: McCallum-Palla

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  1. David & Deb Johnston

    July 16, 2017 at 10:58 AM

    Our heartfelt condolences to Jack and family on the passing of Ray.
    May the fond memories guide you through these difficult times.
    Dave and Deb Johnston.

  2. Becky Bannerman

    July 15, 2017 at 11:20 PM

    Vi, Jack, Shelley and family:
    I am so sorry for your loss. Dale and I send our deepest condolences.
    Becky Bannerman

  3. Bonnie and Ken Hodges

    July 15, 2017 at 6:59 PM

    Vi, Rick,Jack and Family – We are very sorry to hear of Ray’s passing. We are sure he will be missed by the entire family.

  4. Bill Jansen

    July 13, 2017 at 10:51 PM

    Vi and family, my condolence on your loss. Ray will never be forgotten as I always enjoyed being around him and enjoyed our time fishing together.

  5. Joan & Carl Kersey

    July 13, 2017 at 8:16 PM

    Carl & Donna – Thinking of you at this time. Please accept our sincere sympathy.
    Carl & Joan Kersey

  6. Bonnie Henderson

    July 11, 2017 at 2:03 AM

    Vi so sorry to hear about your husband Linda and I are sending along our condolences to you and your family take care. Hugs xxxxxxxx

  7. Wayne & Melanie Swan

    July 6, 2017 at 12:31 AM

    Please accept our most sincere condolences. May your memories help to soften your grief. Our thoughts are with you.

  8. Megan & Malcolm Ashbourn

    July 5, 2017 at 12:52 AM

    Wendy and Family

    So sorry for your loss, you will be remembered in our prayers

  9. Mary & Casey Van Den Berge

    July 4, 2017 at 2:03 PM

    Although he is gone, you will always be together, as his spirit will live on in each of you forever!

  10. Shirley Brugger

    July 4, 2017 at 12:45 PM

    Wendy and family we are very sorry to hear of your fathers passing! I really enjoyed visiting with you at your dad’s and seeing all the wonderful things he would make out of wood. Please pass our condolences to your Mom, brothers and sister.

    Bob & Shirley Brugger

  11. Larry & Linda Munro

    July 4, 2017 at 11:51 AM

    Kevin, Jillian and families, we are very sorry to hear of your loss. We are sending many hugs your way!

  12. Paul Thorne

    July 3, 2017 at 11:15 PM

    Vi and Family,
    Very sorry to hear of Ray’s passing after such a long and hard fought struggle with this dreadful disease. Peace to all.

    Paul Thorne
    AMGH
    Dialysis 95 +20 Committee

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