David Seth Bender, 73, of Westbrook, Connecticut, died peacefully surrounded by his family on March 1. David had been the president of Bender Plumbing Supply for more than 45 years, growing it from a single branch operation to six branches throughout the state, with more than 200 employees. His impact on hundreds of customers and team members has no limit. He was known and loved by many. David is predeceased by his parents Jack Bender and Alice Lewin Bender. He is survived by his wife Sharon London Bender, his children Max and Nina Bender and her spouse Kevin and children Benji and Summer and his siblings Norman Bender, Lois Merrill and Judy Luber. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Parkinson’s Disease Association. Please keep your thoughts and prayers with his family.