Bender

Linda S. Bender, 70, of Butler, passed away Thursday, April 23, 2026.

She was born July 26, 1955, in Freeport, and was the daughter of the late William and Lillian (Bateman) Tishey.

Linda graduated from Freeport High School and furthered her education at Villanova University where she earned her master’s in project management in 2004, along with her bachelor’s degree in art and science.

Linda worked at Fidelity for 26 years before retiring in 2020. She was known for being a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She was caring, courageous and strong willed. Linda loved her dogs and was a devoted Christian.

She enjoyed cooking, crocheting, knitting, reading, puzzles and playing cards. Linda loved going to the beach, camping and, most of all, spending time with her grandkids.

Linda was the beloved wife of Eugene “Gene” Bender, whom she married Aug. 23, 1980; mother of Craig (Amy) and Aaron (Mallory) Bender and Lindsey (Matthew) Pawlowicz; sister of Ken (Mary) Tishey; and grandmother of Lee (Rhapsody), Rylie, Kenzley, Ava and Adalyn Bender, and Caden and Calleigh Pawlowicz. She is also survived by her dog, Milo.

Along with her parents, Linda was preceded in death by her brothers, Bill (Lorraine) and Rick (Shirley) Tishey, and her dog, Gizmo.

The family would like to give a special thanks to Amedisys Home Health for their wonderful care.

BENDER — Family and friends of Linda S. Bender, who died Thursday, April 23, 2026, will be received from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 28, at SPENCER D. GEIBEL FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 140 New Castle Road, Butler. A prayer service will immediately follow in the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Tunnel to Towers.

Please offer condolences at www.spencerdgeibel.com.

Please sign the guest book at www.butlereagle.com.