Charles “Chuck” George Bender, Jr. passed away suddenly at his home in Wareham on January 29, 2022. He is survived by his wife, Carole Jean, daughters Jessica Diane Beerman and Melissa Ashley Murdock, and granddaughters Madeline, Iris and Sarah Beerman. 

Chuck was born to Charles George and Ethel Bender on March 3, 1950, in Brooklyn, NY. He attended Barrington College where he met Carole Jean Goodnow. Chuck and Carole were married July 7, 1973, in Middleboro, MA. Jessica was born on May 11, 1979. Melissa was born on August 4, 1987.  

Chuck began teaching 6th grade science at Williams Middle School in Bridgewater, MA in 1973. Chuck earned his Master’s of Education at Cambridge College in 1991. He retired in 2010 after 37 years of service. 

Chuck and Carole enjoyed travelling throughout New England, and took trips to Scotland, the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Bryce Canyon, and Mount Rushmore. He was an avid bowhunter for many years. Chuck was passionate about motorcycles and enjoyed riding alone or with the Manomet Mystery Riders. 

Chuck loved spending time with his daughters and granddaughters, and always enjoyed sharing stories about their lives. 

Recently, Chuck and Carole brought a golden doodle, Lexi, into their lives. Chuck could always be found spending time with her inside or outside.

Services are private. 

To share a memory or leave a message of condolence, visit: www.chapmanfuneral.com.

Arrangements are by Chapman Funerals & Cremations – Wareham, 2599 Cranberry Hwy., Wareham.