Racine – Eva Louise Bender, age 60, passed away peacefully in her sleep at home on Wednesday, May 18, 2016.

Eva was born in Miami, FL on November 8, 1955 to the late Harold and Eva Mayo.

Among her interests, Eva was a great cook. Her life revolved around spending time with her family – especially her grandchildren.

Surviving are her children, Johnny Bender, Jennifer (Cory) Nielsen and Jeffrey Zember, Jr.; grandchildren, Aliya Bender, Johnny Bender Jr., Vincent Bender and Jayden Nielsen; father of her children, Jeffrey Zember, Sr. In accordance with Eva's wishes, private services will be held.