Ruth Hilma (Henderson) Bender, 80, of Michigan City, passed away on Wednesday, August 3, 2016 at Hamilton Communities.
Ruth was born in San Francisco, CA, on December 30, 1935 to William and Georgia Henderson.
Surviving are her beloved children, Edward L. (Yolanda) Bender, Jr. of Thomasville, GA, John M. (Jessica) Bender of Mansfield, TX, Tammy L. (David) Whitehead of Cibola, TX, Lisa D. Nipper of Perry. MI; brothers, William M. (Jessica) Henderson of Arizona, Francis L. (Nora) Cassady of Bullhead City, AZ; and sister, Ginger A. (Roger) Joachim of St. Cloud, FL. She was preceded in death by her parents.
Ruth enjoyed gambling, playing cards, bingo, puzzle books, and jigsaw puzzles.
A cremation committal has taken place with Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center, La Porte. Arrangements have been entrusted to Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center and a private family service will take place at a later time.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the American Cancer Society, Northwest Indiana Office, 130 Red Coach Dr., Mishawaka, IN 46545.
Condolences may be shared with the family online at www.cutlerfuneralhome.com.