Ann Gertrude (Gard) Bendell, 77, of Bloomfield passed away on Saturday, (December 15, 2012). She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and special aunt. Ann was born on October 10, 1935 in Hartford. A graduate of Weaver High School, class of 1953 and the daughter of the late Morris and Sarah Gard. She was predeceased by her sister Alice Fishberg Rosenberg and her brother Seymour Gard. Ann was married to her loving and devoted husband Herb for 56 years. They worked alongside each other at the infamous “Herb’s Donut Shop” in Bloomfield. Ann was also employed at the Hartford Insurance Group from where she retired. Ann was a member of the Daughters of The Nile, Sphinx Shrine in Newington. Besides her husband Ann is survived by her son and daughter-in-law Michael and Theresa Bendell of Simsbury; her daughter Randi Derench and son Steven Bendell of Fort Meyers, FL. Ann was the proud “Mimi” of Sarah and Ross Bendell of Simsbury, Brandon Derench of Bloomfield and Tyler Derench of Burbank, CA and special aunt to Marilyn Goodman and Susan Steiner. Ann, “Mimi”, “Iggy” will be remembered for her spirited personality, chicken soup, kugel, and her devotion to her family.
Funeral services will be held Monday, December 17,2012 at 2 p.m. in the Chapel of The Weinstein Mortuary, 640 Farmington Ave., Hartford with Rabbi Howard Herman officiating. Interment will follow in the Hartford Mutual Society Cemetery, Wolcott Rd., East Granby. A memorial period will be observed Monday-Wednesday, 29 Nolan Drive, Bloomfield. Contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or charity of your choice . For further information, directions, or to sign the guest book for Ann, please visit online at www.weinsteinmoruary.com/funerals.
Herb, Randy, Michael & Steven:
So sorry for the loss of your loved one. Ann was truly a woman of valor and she will be missed by all. We will keep you in our thoughts & prayers at this very difficult time.
R.I.P Ann.
From: gail daitch choate
From Boynton Beach, FL
Posted On: December 16, 2012
Herb, Michael,Randi and Steven,
I was so saddened to see that Ann has passed away. I have such fond memories of living next door to all of you in Bloomfield. As the years went by, I would always see Ann around town and we would talk about those fun years. She was a special and loving person. May she rest in peace.
From: HARVEY J WALLET
From Boynton Beach, Florida
Posted On: December 16, 2012
HERB: WHAT CAN I SAY WE WERE TOGETHER A LOT THROUGH THE YEARS I KNOW HOW YOU BOTH CARED ABOUT EACH OTHER...HARVEY
From: Arlene Rutt Karicher
From Lehigh Acres, Fla
Posted On: December 18, 2012
Growing up in Bloomfield, Connecticut, our parents were good friends. From Teferes Israel Synagogue to Herb's Donut Shop. We use to "live" at the donut shop. Our deepest sympathy go out to the entire family. May G-d bless you all.
Arlene Rutt Karicher and family
From: Lauren Berry
From Avon, Ct
Posted On: December 18, 2012
My thoughts are with your family at this time.
From: Lauren Berry
From Avon, Ct
Posted On: December 18, 2012
My thoughts are with your family at this time.
From: Roberta,Harold Rudin
From Becket,, Ma
Posted On: December 16, 2012
Dear Herb and Children, Harold and I were saddened to read of your Darling Ann's death. We were just talking about the old days at Teferes Israel. We drive down Brown St. often when coming from our home in the Berkshires to our office in W.H. center.
We remember Ann and your family so well. Those were the days when we were young and had so many encounters with friends everywhere we went.
Please accept our deepest sympathy at this most difficult time.
Roberta DuBrow Rudin
From: Tricia Merlo
From ,
Posted On: December 17, 2012
Herb.,Michael,Randi,Steven & Family.,
I am so sorry about Ann (Iggy).,we sat across from each other at The Hartford and knew each other for many years. I always thought about her when I made her Jewish apple cake-she gave me the recipe-it just was never quite the same as hers. We send you our love and prayers and may you all cherish the wonderful memories.
