Paul R Bender, age 90 Passed away on August 23, 2020 at St. Luke’s Hospice in Bethlehem PA. Born in Allentown, Paul was the son of the late Paul and Elizabeth (Roxberry) Bender. He resided in Pen Argyl PA.
Paul was a graduate of Allentown Central Catholic Class of 1948.
Paul loved spending time with his family; he enjoyed summer band concerts, festivals and going to the park.
Paul was a Boy Scout achieving Life Scout Rank with Troop #50 Sacred Heart of Allentown, PA. He served on the Committee for Camp Serranova in Macungie PA. He was also a Trustee with the Knights of Saint George, Allentown and belonged to the Pennsylvania Masons Portland Lodge No 311.
Early in his life Paul worked along side of his father. Other employment history included working for the Postal Service, an instructor of Carpentry at the Vocational School in Northampton. Lastly he owned a tax office in the Slate Belt Area. This is where he found his calling in helping others by preparing their income taxes. He did this the past 49 years of his life until he passed.
Paul is survived by his Daughters Jane Mills and Judy Reno. He is preceded in death by his son Joel Bender husband of Dori (Freed) Kiska. He is preceded by two former wives.
Paul is survived by his brothers Charles, Thomas, Gerald; Sister Carol Tyrka and preceded in death by Brother Donald.
Grandchildren are: Amy, Kelly, Michael, Justin, Jessica, Jason, Joseph.
His Step-Grandchildren included Emily and Molly.
Great Grandchildren included: Drew, Faith, Kobe, Tiana, Nathan, Sarah, Ava, Zoey, and Addison. Step Great Grandchild – Emily. He also had numerous Nieces and Nephews.
Paul also raised Ricky, Christina, John and Anna; along with Brianna and Deanna and also considered Gage, Brayden, Maverick, McKenna, Evan and Colton his Grandchildren.
Services for Paul’s Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Allentown Funeral and Cremation is handling the arrangements. Please stay in touch with the family for updates.