Douglas Richard Bender
Douglas Richard Bender, 76, joined his wife in heaven on January 7, 2016 in Puyallup, WA.
He was born in Chapin, Iowa on January 5, 1940 to Donald Bender and Ada Durrstein Bender. He graduated from Chapin High School. After graduation, he joined the Navy and proudly served in the Hurricane Hunters Squadron. On August 16, 1970, Doug married the love of his life, Shirley Catura in Madison, WI. They eventually made their home in Kent, WA along with their son, Corrie Bender.
Doug was always a dedicated and hard worker. He retired from Northwest Airlines after 40 years. He was a devoted husband, father and grandpa. He enjoyed traveling, watching sports, especially baseball and hockey, meeting friends from work, playing with his dog Toy, and spending time with his grandkids.
He is survived by his son, Corrie Bender, daughter-in-law Tressa: and granddaughters, Ashley Bender and Darcie Bender.
Private funeral and burial at Tahoma National Cemetery, where he will be interred with his loving wife.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in his honor to the Museum of Flight. He enjoyed taking his granddaughters there and sharing his love of aviation.
Friends and family are invited to sign the online guestbook at http://www.yahnandson.com
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