Laureen A. Bender


Laureen A. Bender, age 93, of Rock Springs passed away on Sunday, Dec. 16, 2012 at the Reedsburg Area Medical Center. Laureen was born on June 25, 1919 to William and Elsie (Miller) Dwars. She married Floyd E Bender on November 22, 1942 at St. John's Lutheran Church in Baraboo. He preceded her in death on March 8, 2006.Laureen was a secretary for many years, eventually retiring from the ASCS-FSA office. She also worked alongside her husband, and was very proud of the farm they shared together. She was a very active church member of St. John's Lutheran Church of Rock Springs. She had a passion for playing the organ, sewing, and cooking. Her best enjoyment came from her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.She is survived by one son, Keith E. (Kathy) Bender of Rock Springs; one grandson, Brian E. (Dena) Bender; three great-grandchildren, Haley, Alisa, and Lacey Bender; step-grandchildren, Sarah Davis, Beth Nemitz; step-great-grandchildren, Parker Davis, and Taylor and Brooke Pagel; she is further survived by other relatives and friends.Laureen is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Floyd; and one daughter, Alice Bender.Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2012 at 11 a.m. at St. John's Lutheran Church in Rock Springs with Pastor David Karow officiating. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until time of service at the church. Burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery in North Freedom. Memorials can be made to St. John's Lutheran Church in Rock Springs. The Redlin Funeral Home in Baraboo is assisting the family.