In Memorium: Mike Bender, award-winning artist and River City Art Association past president

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Pen and ink by Mike Bender
People’s Choice winner Mike Bender; Artist’s Choice winner, Todd Stokes
River of Time, pen and ink, by Mike Bender
River of Time by Mike Bender
Landmarks II, Wabash by Mike Bender
First Place, Drawing: Angel Falls Revisited by Mike Bender
Angel Falls Revisited by Mike Bender
Second Place Drawing: Birds and the Bees by Mike Bender

Click on the link to read about our friend, dedicated River City Art Association past president, and award-winning pen and ink artist.

Mike L. Bender, 62, of Terre Haute passed away Sunday, March 15, 2020 in Signature Healthcare. He was born July 27, 1957 in Brazil, Indiana to Claude and Della (Brown) Bender.
Mike is survived by his mother, Della Bender of Terre Haute; son, Brandon Bender (Brooke) of Terre Haute; grandchildren, Makayla Bender, Drake Bender, and Aiden Bender; great-grandson, Dominic Bracken; and life partner Sandy Whitcomb.
He was preceded in death by his father.
Mike was past president of the River City Art Association.
Per Mike’s request no services are scheduled and cremation has been chosen. Samaritan Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Online condolences may be left at http://www.samaritanfunerals.com

Obituary published March 17, 2020/Terre Haute Tribune-Star

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