Michael Bench

March 16, 1957 - December 20, 2021

Michael Charles Bench, 64, of Alliance, passed away suddenly on Monday, December 20, 2021 and went home to be with the Lord at 9:02 pm at Aultman Alliance Community Hospital in Alliance, Ohio. Born on March 16, 1957 in Alliance, Ohio to Charles Bernard and Mary (Kacarab) Bench, he lived in the Alliance area for most of his life. A 1975 graduate of Marlington High School, Michael was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. Michael was employed at East Manufacturing as an Inspector and retired in 2013 after 36 years of service. He was also a member of the Christopher Columbus Society and the B.P.O. Elks, Lodge #467. Michael loved bowling. He bowled for Charlie B's and Roadhouse Charlies Teams, and won many City Tournaments. Individually, he bowled multiple 300 games. Survivors include his three sisters, Christine (Thomas) Clevenger of North Canton, Helen (Ethan Connor) Hobbs of Cleveland Heights and Patricia (Serge) Dery of Montreal; two brothers, Jeffery (Sharree) Bench and Steven (Georgia) Bench, both of Alliance; and several nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his parents. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, January 5, 2022 from 9:00 am - 10:00 am at St. Joseph Catholic Church. His Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 10:00 am with Rev. G. David Weikart, as celebrant. Burial will immediately follow at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to Lifeline of Ohio, 770 Kinnear Road, Columbus, OH 43212. (Include a message noting Michael's name) You are invited to view Michael's tribute wall, offer condolences and share memories at www.sharerfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are by the Sharer-Stirling-Skivolocke Funeral Home.