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Thomas “Tom” John Bender Jr., age 61, of Butte, Montana

May 23, 1961 – November 24, 2022

Thomas “Tom” John Bender Jr., age 61, of Butte, Montana, passed away on November 24, 2022.

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  1. Ed and Kathy Decker says

    November 26, 2022 at 8:44 am

    We are so saddened to hear of Tom’s passing. He was a giving and caring man to his family and friends and we will cherish his memory always. With sincere sympathy.

  2. Kathy Lawson says

    November 27, 2022 at 8:10 pm

    I am very sorry for your loss of Tom! Tom was a great friend to me in so many ways! He would help me with whatever I needed!! I may not have seen him in the last few years but he will forever have a place in my heart! Britney and JT , you were the light in his life. My sympathy to all of his loved ones!!

  3. Janice Gummer says

    November 28, 2022 at 1:15 pm

    My deepest condolences to Racheal & her family Tom was a great guy so sad to hear of his passing May he Rest in Peace

  4. Kimberly Criscuolo says

    November 28, 2022 at 9:31 pm

    We are so very sad for the loss of such a great Son, Husband, Father and Very good friend. I’ve had the privilege of knowing Tom my entire life and he was such a wonderful person. He was funny, caring and kind to all. Our deepest condolences to his Mom, sisters and brother, as well as his kids JT and Britney. Rachel, you lit up his life and he loved you with his whole heart ❤️ May GOD wrap his loving arms around you all at this difficult time. Our family is sending your entire family prayers, love and light. 🙏

  5. Anonymous says

    November 29, 2022 at 8:10 am

    Rachel we are so sorry to hear about Tom’s passing. We will keep you in our prayers. Love you Rachel. Scott and Pat

  6. Connie Dotson says

    November 29, 2022 at 9:26 am

    Rachel, I am so sorry about the loss of the love of your life. I wish I could take away your pain. I love you. Keeping you and your family in my prayers
    Love you my friend ❣️❣️

  7. Kriss Sullivan says

    November 29, 2022 at 2:36 pm

    I am so sorry to hear about Tom. He was one of my favorite people. Always trying to act crabby, but really a softy. I will miss that gruff voice and sense of humor. Take care JT, Birtney, Rachel and familes. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
    Kriss and Dan Sullivan

  8. Tom Gordon says

    November 30, 2022 at 7:12 am

    My heart aches for all of you. Tom will be deeply missed. Sending love and prayers to all.

  9. Bob Pollock says

    November 30, 2022 at 12:23 pm

    Tom was one of my best friends growing up. We spent many hours on the lake doing the usual teenage stuff. Some good some bad, but he was always a good laugh. I’ll always have fond memories of him. My heart goes out to JT Britney, seal, Robin, Margie, and Andy. My condolences, and my thoughts are with you.

  10. Jay Conway says

    November 30, 2022 at 1:35 pm

    I am sorry to hear about Tom. My thoughts are with you Rachel, JT, Britney and all the other family and friends. He will be sorely missed. He was a talented man and I loved his humor. RIP

  11. Sandy Magnuson Levengood says

    November 30, 2022 at 2:28 pm

    Celia, Robin, Margie and Andy. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I am sorry you have been through so much in the last couple of years. I love all of you.

  12. Cheryl Wegley says

    November 30, 2022 at 3:12 pm

    Rachel,
    We are so very sorry for your loss.
    Cheryl and myron Wegley

  13. Kathy Jory says

    November 30, 2022 at 5:18 pm

    Rachel ,. You are in my heart and prayers may you find comfort holding onto all your great memories. 😘🙏🏻

  14. Liz Spolar says

    December 1, 2022 at 3:57 pm

    Rachael,
    You’ve been through so much in the last several months being Tom’s wife & soul mate has only added to your heartache. Tom & you built a beautiful life together the past 13yrs. He spoke very highly of all the great meals you cooked at home for him Brittany
    Jt ,& the family & also for all the guys at the hunting camp. He loved the way you decorated the home you built together. He was very proud of you.May you find comfort in all the years you shared together & all the memories they hold.
    He was a great Son- in- law & was always there for us when we asked him for help. Him & Gene held a special bond & done some fun projects together RIP Tom We will miss him.
    Love
    Gene & Liz Spolar

  15. Cindy Atcheson says

    December 5, 2022 at 3:21 pm

    Rachael
    We are so sorry for your loss Tom was a great guy and very talented he worked for us and we loved each project. You are in our thoughts and prayers
    Jack & Cindy Atcheson

  16. Roy Rubick says

    December 13, 2022 at 12:32 pm

    We are so sorry to hear of Tom’s death.
    Although I haven’t talked to Tom in years, it shows that he was blessed with a loving family and friends.
    Our hearts are are heavy.
    Rubick Family

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