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Bender, Erwin L.

Erwin “Erv” Bender, 93, of Appleton, WI passed away peacefully on October 18, 2020 at the Renaissance Assisted Living Facility in Appleton.

Erv was born December 15, 1926 to William and Helen Bender in St. Louis, MO. He joined the Navy in 1944 where he learned to be a baker. He married Elaine Blystad from Necedah, WI and had two children, Joyce and Alan. In 1957 they bought the Bonton Bakery in Beaver Dam, WI and enjoyed a successful business for twenty years.

Erv is survived by his son, four grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Elaine, daughter Joyce, and many great friends and relatives.

A full obituary is available at www.wichmannfuneralhomes.com

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