Michael Lee Bender

Born in Hemet, California on November 25th 1981, Michael Bender began his journey through life. Michael was the oldest son of Daniel Bender and his wife Jeanine Bender. Daniel, an accomplished business man, valued personal success and instilled a strong work ethic in his children. It was from here that Michael learned much of his ambition.

At a young age Michael displayed a great amount of talent in the interests he perused. Michael was always a creative child and enjoyed drawing, calligraphy, and airbrushing. Michael was especially skilled in soccer and competed in state finals at the age of 12. Michael began skateboarding as a teenager and excelled at this, as well.

Michael attended Alta Loma High School and went on to take a few courses at the local Community College. Michael entered the work force at an early age, taking a job carpet cleaning with a neighbor. From there Michael took a variety of jobs ranging from candy packaging to window cleaning.

At the age of 25, Michael took a job with Disneyland in Anaheim, California. He would stay with Disneyland until his passing, 13 years later. Towards the end of his life, Michael embraced his ambition and entrepreneurship and began his own business, Eclipse Window Cleaning. It was within this business that Michael began to discover his true calling as a businessman, just like his father.

In the years prior to his death, Michael was passionate about politics, firearms, health and nutrition. Michael created a YouTube channel to help teach responsible gun ownership and care, as well as various health tips and recipes. When it came to the topics Michael was passionate about, he was more than happy to share information, products, and resources.

Michael was a smart, generous, funny, and compassionate person. Michael leaves behind his parents, Daniel Bender and Jeanine Uhrig, his siblings, Matthew and Angela Bender, his nephew, Anthony, his Grandmother, Margaret Caster, many aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, and his beloved dog, Teddy.

Michael passed away tragically on May 24, 2020. He will be deeply missed. His death has gravely impacted his loved ones. Michael left all who crossed his path better for knowing him. Michael loved to laugh and his laughter will be heard forever.