Robert Bender

Robert Bender, age 87, of Crystal, passed away December 8, 2015. Preceded in death by parents, Morris & Pauline; brothers, Sam and Herb; sisters, Lillian Resnickoff and Ethel Cohen. Survived by wife, Barbara; children, Lynn (Steven) Hendricks, Margie Bender, Jack (Shari) Bender and step-son, Michael (Cindy) Erickson; grandchildren, Julie McCoy (Wayne Severson), John (Laurel Lilligren) Hendricks, Joey (Ginette) Hendricks; great-grandchildren, Desi Hendricks, Alyssa and Mathew McCoy; many nieces and nephews; also survived by horse, Cheyenne and cat, Lovebug. Bob was a member of Zuhrah Shrine for 50 years. He was active in the Horseman and rode in parades until he was 84. Past Master of Hennepin Lodge #4, merged with Minneapolis #19. Past President of Horseman and Shrine #101. Member of the Workhorse. Graveside service THURSDAY 10:30 AM, BETH EL MEMORIAL PARK, 38th & Winnetka Ave. N., Crystal. Memorials preferred to Beth El Synagogue or Animal Humane Society of Golden Valley. NO SHIVA.