Carole E. Bender Mower

Carole E. Bender Mower, 82, gained her wings on May 26, 2025, and is on the mountain God promised her.

Carole was born on August 12, 1942, in Dover, New Jersey to the late Calvin and Verna (Simpson) Bender. She graduated from Dover High School in 1960 and pursued higher education through the American Institute of Banking. Carole starting working for National Union Bank right after high school. She continued her employment with the bank through several mergers and name changes (National Community Bank and Bank of NY) until her  retirement as Executive Vice President.

Carole was raised in a large family. She loved each and every one with her whole heart and was dearly loved in return. She will be remembered for her strong faith and love of God.  She enjoyed family gatherings especially when everyone would play their instruments and sing their hootenanny songs. She had a beautiful voice, wonderful personality, and was often the center of attention as she inspired love and laughter.

She was predeceased by her son, Mark E. Mower, her ex-husband, Robert E. Mower, her sisters, Charlotte M. Hughes and Jean A. Walters, her brothers, Calvin D. Bender and Elmer R. Bender.

She is survived by her daughter, Lori E. Wall (Robert) of Macon, GA, her sister, Alice M. Rivers of Macon, GA, her grandchildren, Meghan E. Robinson (Patrick) of McDonough, GA, Erin J. Radney (William) of Macon, GA and Jesse E. Mower of Carbondale, PA, her great-grandson, Jaxson N. Robinson of McDonough, GA.  She is also survived by many nieces,  nephews, cousins and a large extended family and friends.

At Carole’s request, there will not be any services. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Carole’s name to St. Cloud Presbyterian Church, St. Cloud, Fl or the Salvation Army.

Simply Cremation of Middle Georgia has charge of the arrangements.