Ronald J. “Ron” Bender, age 80, US Marine Veteran from 1957-1960, of Woodridge. Beloved husband of Mary Anne Bender (nee Vivacqua) for a wonderful 56 years. Loving father of Marie (Bill) Toebes, the late Ronald “Buddy” Bender, and Carrie (Mark) Judd. Devoted grandfather of Bobby, Michael (Sydney), Ronnie, Tim, Kelli, and Kevin. Dear great-grandfather of Katie. Fond uncle and friend of many. Ron worked for Borg Warner for over 40 years. He was greatly loved and will be missed by all. Visitation 9am until time of Funeral Service 11am Monday, April 1, 2019 at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 301 75th St., Downers Grove. Interment to follow at Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Hillside.
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I will always remember Ron as such a nice guy. My thoughts are with his family. Love to my cousin Mary Anne.
I have looked for my cousin for over 50 years and to find him by reading his obit was not the way I wanted it. We lost touch while I was in the service. Ron his brothers and I had some good times growing up . I’m very sorry for your loss and that my wife and I are not able to attend his service.
I’m glad you replied. Ron was a wonderful man with a great family. I wish you could have met them. Ron often talked about you and your parents. He was fond of your family. I hope all is well with you and yours Sincerely, Mary Anne