It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Barry N. Bender, Jr.

Barry was born March 6, 1980 in Washington, IN, and passed away October 10, 2009 with his loving wife Joanna at his side.

He was a wonderful husband to his wife of 10 years, and a devoted father to his four young children, Violet, Marshall, Eva and Aili. Barry was employed by Giltner Inc. as a long haul truck driver. He took great pride in his work and was a valued employee. Barry loved his gadgets and was an avid reader, especially loving Harry Potter.
At the time of his passing, Barry was attending DeVry University and in the process of earning a degree in accounting. Barry achieved excellent grades and made the Dean's list every semester.
Barry is survived by his wife Joanna; children, Violet, Marshall, Eva and Aili; father , Barry Bender Sr. (Paulette); mother, Patricia Jeffress; brothers, Kevin, Jarod (Amanda) ; and sister, Kathryn (Bryan), and many other friends and family.
A memorial service will be held at 1:00 pm on Thursday, October 15, 2009 at Hope Chapel, 421 W "E" St., Shelton, WA. Donations may be made to the family of Barry Bender in the name of his wife Joanna Bender at the Hawk's Prairie Branch or Sleater Kinney Branch of Chase Bank.
Arrangements are under the direction McComb Funeral Home in Shelton. Online condolences for the family may be sent to the www.mccombfh.com