Bill > HR107

This resolution, originating from the Alabama House of Representatives, formally records the deep sadness and mourning of the Legislature upon the death of Richard Allen "Rich" Bender of Citronelle, Alabama, who passed away on January 28, 2026, at the age of 71. The resolution acknowledges the void left by his passing in the lives of his family, friends, and community, and celebrates his life by offering the resolution in his highest tribute, along with heartfelt sympathy to his grieving family. The resolution details Rich Bender's life, including his birth in Pennsylvania, his career as a carpenter, general contractor, and Emergency Medical Technician, his move to Citronelle in 2000 where he worked in various local businesses, his dedication to completing projects perfectly and helping others, his love for his wife Tina, his enjoyment of jigsaw puzzles and "Gunsmoke" reruns, his valued community involvement including service on the Citronelle Memorial Library Board, and his active 23-year membership at Citronelle Methodist Church. It also notes his predeceased mother and stepfather, his canine companions, and lists his surviving wife, siblings, nieces, nephews, and friends.

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