Bender's L.P. Gas, Inc. is operated by Jim Bender and family. (Mary, Steve and Debbie) The business was incorporated in 1968.
Jim started in business working for his dad in 1955. Paul Bender worked in the business from 1970 to 1976. Richard Bender also worked during summers and weekends in the business. Paul and Richard are brothers of Jim Bender.
The business was started in Cooperstown in June of 1947 by Ralph and Agnes Bender. It was first named Propane Gas and Appliance Company.
Source: Cooperstown, North Dakota 1882-1982 Centennial Page 208