Doris Bender
July 10, 2019
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Doris Bender, 97, of Altoona, died July 10, 2019.
Funeral services are planned for 11 a.m., Tuesday, July 16, 2019 at Ss. John and Paul Catholic Church, 1401 1st Ave S in Altoona. Cremation will occur following the funeral and graveside inurnment will be 3pm Wednesday, July 17, 2019 at Elmwood Cemetery in Minburn, Iowa. Visitation is scheduled for Monday evening, July 15, 2019 from 5 to 7 pm, at Hamilton’s Altoona Funeral Home, 105 4th St. SW.
Doris was born August 11, 1921, in Minburn, Iowa, to Virgil and Elsie Untied. She grew up in Minburn and following her graduation from High School and Beauty College, she opened her own beauty shop in Minburn. She married Art Bender, in Perry, IA, on October 22, 1944. Following their marriage they had one son, Bob, and farmed south of Perry. After retiring from farming for more than 35 years, Doris and Art moved to Ogden and then to Billings, Montana, in 1989. Doris returned to Iowa in 2012, moving to Altoona.
Faith and family were always her priority. She loved family gatherings, traveling with her husband, Art, and spending time with their son, daughter in-law, sisters, nieces, nephews and her wonderful friends and neighbors. She found the most happiness in her grandchildren, especially her two great granddaughters. Doris enjoyed crocheting, cooking, and taking a chance at KENO; where she always seemed to be a little luckier than most. Her faith was a cornerstone she built her life around and was thankful for the tremendous outreach of Father Tim and the staff at Saint John and Paul church in Altoona, and Unity Point Hospice.
Left to cherish her memory are: son Bob (Carol) Bender, grandsons Ryan (Kristie) Bender, Brett Bender, two great granddaughters Anna Bender, Addison Bender and the extended family and friends where she made such a lasting impression. Preceding her in death were her parents Virgil and Elsie Untied, husband Art, and two sisters Mildred Hornberg and Afton Gibson. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Ss. John and Paul Catholic Church in Altoona or Taylor House - Unity Point Hospice in Des Moines.
On-line condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Leslie
07/18/2019
My deepest condolences for the family. Death is something painful and no one wants to deal with it, but it does happen. Jehovah God knows how hard it can be for us and that's why he has provided his word the Bible to comfort us. Just take a look at a scripture that I would like to share with you: "He will wipe out the tears from our eyes and death will be no more " (Revelation 21: 3 , 4). Jehovah God promises us that in the near future we would not have to deal with death anymore. How comforting! May Jehovah God comfort you during this difficult time.
Rod & Vicki Michael
07/17/2019
Carol & Bob, we are truly sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. Just wanted to let you know, you and your family are in our thoughts. So glad you were able to be there for her during the last couple of months.
Shannon Behounek
07/17/2019
Bob & Carol (and family) - my thoughts and prayers have been with you all this week during this time of transition and mourning. Even though Doris is no longer with you physically, she will always be in your hearts. I am so glad you were able to have some time with her before her passing. God Bless!
Mike Longbottom
07/16/2019
Bob & Carol I just want to let you know that I am thinking of you and praying for you. I have such fond memories of both Doris and Art. What joy that now they are together again! Doris was one of the kindest ladies I have ever known.
Kathleen Greenwood
07/13/2019
Doris it was my honor and joy to know and serve you Eucharist while you were here. I miss you terribly. My deepest condolences to your family on their great loss of you.