A. L. “Chunk” Bender (June 6, 1916 – August 28, 1980) was the mayor of the City of Chattanooga, Tennessee from 1969 to 1971 after serving as Commissioner for many years.
He served in the United States Army during World War II and attained the rank of captain.
Following four years of service during World War II, Bender returned to Chattanooga and became superintendent of city parks, a position he maintained until an unsuccessful bid for the county commission in 1955.
Due to ailing health and on his doctor's advice, Mayor Bender resigned from office on January 26, 1971.
Bender's health suffered for several years and prevented his continuing in local politics, though he was close to Estes Kefauver and his campaign.