Bender, Randall D. Homestead, Florida Randy passed away Monday, March 11, 2013 in Homestead Florida. Age 53 years. He was born June 18, 1959 in Bay City, Michigan. He enjoyed listening to and playing music and was a drummer in the Polka Stars Band. He is survived by his father; Gerald A. Bender of Bay City, his mother; Ruthann Bender of Kawkawlin, one son; Timothy "T.J." Bender, one sister; Julie Monville, of Bay City, one brother; Steven Bender of Sterling and his nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his grandparents; David and Ella Bender and Cecil and Dorothy Cunningham. A Memorial Service will take place Thursday, March 21, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at the Gephart Funeral Home, Inc. Officiating will be Rev. George W. Morris of Faith Lutheran Church. At the request of the family cremation has taken place. Friends may call at the funeral home on Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Memorial cards for "The Wishes of the Family will be available at the funeral home.