BENDLE, Stephen William -- Age 71, of Flint, died January 27, 2019. No public services will be held. Arrangements provided by Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel, our temporary location at Hill Creek Church, 5363 Hill Rd., Swartz Creek. Stephen was born December 24, 1947 in Grand Rapids the son of William James and Vesta Margarite (Harris) Bendle. He attended Ainsworth High School. He was employed at GM Hamtramck, for 42 years as an Electrician, retiring in 2009. Stephen was a member of the UAW Local 659 and Local 22. He was a member of the United Methodist Church of Swartz Creek. He is survived by his daughter, Stephanie (Tim) Byrd of Swartz Creek; grandson, Trevor Byrd; granddaughter, Sabrina Byrd. He was preceded in death by his parents. Tributes may be shared at www.sharpfuneralhomes.com.