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Generation: 1

  1. 1.  Cleo Bender

Generation: 2

  1. 2.  Mahlon Bender was born Oct 1909, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada (son of John J. Bender and Rebecca Wagler); died 22 Dec 1992, New Hamburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , East Zorra Mennonite Cemetery, East Zorra Township, Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada.

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    • FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/20301782
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-214253
    • Residence: 1911, Baden, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

    Notes:

    On Tuesday, Dec. 22, 1992, at his residence, Nithview Home, New Hamburg. Mahlon was formerly of RR1 New Hamburg and was born in Wilmot township 85 years ago, a son of the late John J, and Rebecca (nee Wagler) Bender. He was an active member of Hillcrest Mennonite Church, New Hamburg and was a past president of the Haysville Sunshine Club. Beloved husband of the former Selena Ruby who predeceased him December 22, 1986. Loving father of Ruth and her husband Ron Zehr, Cleo Bender and his wife Joan, all of RR1, New Hamburg and Marjorie Kaethler of Toronto. Also remembered by his brothers and sisters-in-law, Laura Ruby, Annie Bender, Orlando and Violet Ruby, all of New Hamburg, Emma Schlegel of Nairn and Ben and Elmina Ruby of Tavistock. Mahlon will be lovingly remembered by 11 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Friends and relatives may call at the Mark Jutzi Funeral Home, 291 Huron St. New Hamburg after 2 pm. today (Wednesday) and until tomorrow (Thursday) at 10 a.m. when transfer will be made to the 16th line East Zorra Mennonite Cemetery for the burial at 10: 30 a.m., followed by the memorial service at 11 a.m., with Pastor Maurice Martin and Pastor Mary Schiedel officiating. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to Nithview Home or the Alzheimer Society.

    Kitchener-Waterloo Record 23 Dec 1992

    Mahlon married Selena Ruby 3 Jan 1933. Selena was born 4 Aug 1911, East Zorra Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada; died 22 Dec 1986, New Hamburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , East Zorra Mennonite Cemetery, East Zorra Township, Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]


  2. 3.  Selena Ruby was born 4 Aug 1911, East Zorra Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada; died 22 Dec 1986, New Hamburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , East Zorra Mennonite Cemetery, East Zorra Township, Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada.

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    • FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/20301842
    • Name: Selena Bender
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-152368

    Notes:

    Bender, Selena Ruby, daughter of Christian and Magdalena (Iutzi) Ruby, was born in East Zorra Twp., Ont., Aug. 4, 1911; died at her residence in New Hamburg, Ont., Dec. 22, 1986; aged 75 y. On Jan. 4, 1933, she was married to Mahlon Bender, who survives. Also surviving are 2 daughters (Ruth Zehr and Marjorie Kaethler), one son (Cleo), 10 grandchildren, 2 brothers (Ben and Orlando), and 3 sisters (Annie Bender, Emma Schlegel, and Gladys Ropp). She was preceded in death by 3 brothers and 3 sisters. She was a member of Hillcrest Mennonite Church, where memorial services were held on Dec. 24, in charge of Gerald Good, Gerald Schwartzentruber, Henry Yantzi, and Harold Schlegel; interment in 16th Line East Zorra Cemetery.

    Gospel Herald - Volume 80, Number 7 -February 17, 1987 - pages 117,118

    Children:
    1. Ruth Loraine Bender was born 9 Oct 1934, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 14 Jul 2019, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , East Zorra Mennonite Cemetery, East Zorra Township, Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada.
    2. 1. Cleo Bender
    3. Marjorie Bender


Generation: 3

  1. 4.  John J. Bender was born 30 Mar 1878, , Ontario, Canada (son of John M. Bender and Catherine Ruby); died 6 Apr 1948, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , East Zorra Mennonite Cemetery, East Zorra Township, Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada.

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    • FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/54163927
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-214251
    • Occupation: 1901, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer Son
    • Occupation: 1909, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
    • Occupation: 1911, Baden, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer Son
    • Residence: 1911, Baden, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
    • Residence: 1945, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

    Notes:

    In Affectionate Remembrance Died In Wilmot, on Tuesday, April 6th, 1948 John J. Bender Aged: 70 years and 6 days. The Funeral Will take place from the residence of his son, Mahlon Bender, on Friday, April 9th, at 1 o'clock p.m., to the 16th Line, East Zorra, A.-M. Church for service, and interment in the adjoining cemetery. Friends and acquaintances will please accept this intimation. Sleep on, dear father, though we miss you, All your suffering now is o'er; But some day we hope to meet you On that happy, golden shore.

    Funeral Card

    John married Rebecca Wagler 5 Jan 1909, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. Rebecca (daughter of Nicholas Wagler and Veronica "Fronica" "Fanny" Gascho) was born 5 Dec 1886, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 1973; was buried , East Zorra Mennonite Cemetery, East Zorra Township, Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]


  2. 5.  Rebecca Wagler was born 5 Dec 1886, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada (daughter of Nicholas Wagler and Veronica "Fronica" "Fanny" Gascho); died 1973; was buried , East Zorra Mennonite Cemetery, East Zorra Township, Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada.

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    • FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/59363713
    • Name: Rebecca Bender
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-214252
    • Residence: 1891, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
    • Residence: 1911, Baden, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

    Children:
    1. 2. Mahlon Bender was born Oct 1909, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 22 Dec 1992, New Hamburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , East Zorra Mennonite Cemetery, East Zorra Township, Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada.


Generation: 4

  1. 8.  John M. Bender was born 25 Jun 1847, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada (son of Johannes B. "John" Bender, son of Johannes B. "John" Bender and Catherine "Katie" Miller); died 5 May 1917, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , East Zorra Mennonite Cemetery, East Zorra Township, Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada.

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    • FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/35869144
    • Residence: Amish Mennonite
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-78340
    • Residence: 1861, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
    • Occupation: 1871, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
    • Residence: 1871, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
    • Occupation: 1881, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
    • Occupation: 1891, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
    • Residence: 1891, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
    • Occupation: 1901, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
    • Occupation: 1911, Baden, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
    • Residence: 1911, Baden, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

    Notes:

    Bender. - Died, near New Hamburg, Ont., John M. Bender; aged 69 y. 10 m. 13 d. In his early youth he united with the Amish Mennonite Church. He remained faithful unto death. He leaves to mourn his departure his beloved widow, 1 daughter, 4 sons, 3 brothers, and a host of relatives and friends.

    Gospel Herald - Volume X, Number 8 - May 24, 1917, page 143

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    Death of John M. Bender

    The death took place on Tuesday last at his home in Wilmot and South Easthope Townline of a well known and highly respected resident of this neighborhood in the person of Mr. John M. Bender at the age of 69 years, 10 months, and 13 days. The deceased had been in failing health for the past six months, but had been able to be about until a few days before his death, when he sunk rapidly and passed away. The late Mr. Bender was born in Wilmot Township, the son of the late John Bender. After his marrage in 1870 to Catharine Ruby he lived in East Zorra for six years, but for nearly 40 years he followed the occupation of farming on the place where he died. Three years ago he retired and came to New Hamburg for a short time after which he made his home with his son Joseph. Mr. Bender was a successful farmer and beloved by all who knew him. He leaves to mourn his loss, besides his widow, four sons and one daughter, namely: Joseph, John and Moses of Wilmot, Sam uel J. of New Hamburg, and Annie at home. He is also survived by three brothers, Solomon olomon and David of East Zorra, and Samuel of New Hamburg. The funeral took place on Thursday forenoon to the 16th line Cemetery, East Zora. We extend to the bereaved family our heartfelt sympathy.

    The Chronicle Telegraph (190101), 17 May 1917, p. 6

    John — Catherine Ruby. Catherine (daughter of Bishop Joseph Ruby and Magdalena Roth) was born 14 Nov 1846, East Zorra Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada; died 26 Jul 1927, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , East Zorra Mennonite Cemetery, East Zorra Township, Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]


  2. 9.  Catherine Ruby was born 14 Nov 1846, East Zorra Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada (daughter of Bishop Joseph Ruby and Magdalena Roth); died 26 Jul 1927, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , East Zorra Mennonite Cemetery, East Zorra Township, Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada.

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    • FindAGrave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/54153199
    • Name: Catherine Bender
    • Name: Katherina J. Ruby
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-78341
    • Residence: 1871, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
    • Residence: 1891, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
    • Residence: 1911, Baden, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

    Notes:

    In Loving Memory. Died In Wilmot Township, Waterloo County, on Tuesday, July 26th, 1927 Catharine Ruby Widow of the late John M. Bender Aged: 80 years, 8 months and 12 days. The Funeral Will take place from the residence of her son, Joseph J. Bender, on Friday, July 29th, at 9.30 a.m., to the East Zorra A.M. Church and Cemetery. Sleep on dear Mother, though we miss you, All your suffering now is o'er. But some day we hope to meet you On that Happy Golden Shore.

    Funeral Card

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    Mrs. John M. Bender

    The death occurred at the home of her son, Mr. Joseph J. Bender, on Tuesday, July 26th, of Mrs. Catharine Bender, at the age of 80 years, 8 months and 12 days. She had been ill for several weeks. The deceased was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Ruby and was born in East Zorra. Fifty-eight years ago she was married to John M. Bender and for a while resided on the 15th line, East Zorra, but for many years resided on the Bender homestead just west of New Hamburg. She was highly esteemed by a large circle of friends. Her husband died ten years ago, but she leaves four sons, Joseph, John, Samuel and Moses, one adopted daughter, Mrs. Chr. Bender, of Cassel, and one daughter, Annie, at home. She is also survived by two sisters. Mrs. Jos. M. Bender, Gravel Road, and Mrs. Peter Y. Zehr. South Easthope, and two brothers. Joseph Ruby, in Colorado, and Nicholas, in Ellice. There are also ten grandchildren. The funeral will be held this forenoon at 9.30 o'clock to the East Zorra A. M. Church and Cemetery.

    New Hamburg Independent Jul 29 1927 pg 1

    Children:
    1. Annie J. Bender was born 28 Feb 1872, East Zorra Twp., Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada; died 27 Apr 1945, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    2. Joseph J. Bender was born 15 Aug 1875, , Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada; died 15 Jul 1958, New Hamburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , East Zorra Amish Mennonite Cemetery, East Zorra Township, Oxford Co., Ontario.
    3. 4. John J. Bender was born 30 Mar 1878, , Ontario, Canada; died 6 Apr 1948, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , East Zorra Mennonite Cemetery, East Zorra Township, Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada.
    4. Samuel J. Bender was born 12 May 1881, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 8 Jul 1949, New Hamburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Steinmann Mennonite Cemetery, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    5. Moses J. Bender was born 22 Mar 1885, , Ontario, Canada; died 10 Dec 1974; was buried , East Zorra Mennonite Cemetery, East Zorra Township, Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada.

  3. 10.  Nicholas Wagler was born 1852, , Ontario, Canada (son of Christian S. Wagler and Anna Maria S. "Maria" Wagler); died Bef 1901; was buried , Steinmann Mennonite Cemetery, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

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    • Name: Nicklaus Wagler
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-120823
    • Occupation: 1881, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
    • Residence: 1881, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
    • Occupation: 1891, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
    • Residence: 1891, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

    Nicholas — Veronica "Fronica" "Fanny" Gascho. Veronica (daughter of Rev. Johannes P. "John" Gascho and Barbara Erb) was born 19 Dec 1853, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died Yes, date unknown; was buried , Steinmann Mennonite Cemetery, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada. [Group Sheet]


  4. 11.  Veronica "Fronica" "Fanny" Gascho was born 19 Dec 1853, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada (daughter of Rev. Johannes P. "John" Gascho and Barbara Erb); died Yes, date unknown; was buried , Steinmann Mennonite Cemetery, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.

    Other Events:

    • Name: Feronicka Gascho
    • Name: Veronica "Fronica" "Fanny" Wagler
    • Eby ID Number: Waterloo-120824
    • Residence: 1871, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
    • Residence: 1881, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
    • Residence: 1891, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite
    • Occupation: 1901, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Farmer
    • Residence: 1911, Petersburg, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; Mennonite

    Children:
    1. Susannah Wagler was born 15 Mar 1877, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 28 Sep 1949, Baden, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Steinmann Mennonite Cemetery, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    2. Barbara Wagler was born 25 Feb 1882, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 15 May 1945, Stratford, Perth Co., Ontario, Canada; was buried , East Zorra Mennonite Cemetery, East Zorra Township, Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada.
    3. Rev. Menno G. Wagler was born 26 Feb 1884, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 8 Oct 1958, Tavistock, East Zorra Twp., Oxford County, Ontario, Canada; was buried , Steinmann Mennonite Cemetery, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada.
    4. 5. Rebecca Wagler was born 5 Dec 1886, Wilmot Twp., Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada; died 1973; was buried , East Zorra Mennonite Cemetery, East Zorra Township, Oxford Co., Ontario, Canada.


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