Richard Stephen Bender, 60, of New Brighton, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, August 30, 2024, at Heritage Valley – Beaver.

Born on March 13, 1964, in New Brighton, he was the son of Judith Bender- Dickinson and the late Richard Bender.

Richard graduated from New Horizon in 1985, an accomplishment that made all that knew him extremely proud. He also attended HAP Enterprises and worked with Beaver County Rehabilitation Center (BCRC).

Richard is survived by his mother Judy, Stepfather Donald Dickinson, and many friends. He enjoyed attending meetings with the Beaver Falls Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses whenever possible.

Friends will be received on Sunday, September 15 ^th from 1PM until the time of Memorial Services at 4PM in the GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., Chippewa Twp., 117 Blackhawk Road Beaver Falls.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Richard's name to jw.org.