Kirk was born in Ravenna, Ohio on March 23, 1965 to parents Harry H. and Ethel M. (Seibert) Bender. Kirk enjoyed riding his motorcycles and loved cars, especially his cherished 1972 Camaro. Kirk had a big heart. He had many friends and loved telling stories and made everyone laugh.
Kirk is survived by his son Craig Bender, daughter Alexandra Grabski, and granddaughters' Leanna and Riley Reinke. Surviving also is his brother Terry Bender and nephews James Bender and Terry (Mary) Bender.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
A Celebration of his Life will be held from 5:00PM – 7:00PM on Wednesday, March 4, 2020 at the Wood-Kortright-Borkoski Funeral Home, 703 E. Main St., Ravenna.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.wood-kortright-borkoski.com