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Charles (Buddy) Bogdan Jr. of Vestal, N.Y., passed away at his home, surrounded by his family, on Friday May 3, 2013.
He was predeceased by his parents, Charles and Jane Bogdan; his siblings, Robert Priem, Bernadine Toff, Celesta Nogan, Betty Jane Zurawski and Gerald Bogdan.
He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Margaret (Gawlas) Bogdan; three children and their spouses, David (Karen) Bogdan, Burlington, Vt.; Robert (Linda) Bogdan, Estelle Manor, N.J.; Ruth (John) Dino, Waterloo, N.Y.; nine grandchildren, Charles (Stephanie), David (Heidi), Margaret, Jonathan, Daniel (Megan), Candace, Timothy, Spencer and Joshua, as well as four great-grandchildren, Charlie, Reese, Gabrielle and Callista. Charles is also survived by his twin sister, Charlotte Mills, and many nieces and nephews.
He was a veteran of the Korean War, serving in the U.S. Army Signal Corps. He was a retired IBM Owego employee, and a member of its Quarter Century Club, a member of the Vestal United Methodist Church, and a former member of First United Methodist Church, Endicott.
The family would like to thank Lourdes Hospice for its care and support shown to Charles during his illness.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 11 a.m. from Vestal United Methodist Church 328 Main St., Vestal, N.Y. Burial will be in Vestal Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the Allen Memorial Home, 511-513 E. Main St., Endicott, N.Y. on Monday from 4 to 7 p.m.
Expressions of sympathy in his memory may be made to Lourdes Hospice, 4102 Old Vestal Road, Vestal, NY 13850 or to the Vestal United Methodist Church Memorial Fund, 328 Main St., Vestal, NY 13850.
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It was my good fortune to work closely with Charlie, an extremely creative engineer and a fine man. My sincere condolences to his family.
Mike Gruszka
May 7, 2013
Dear Family, Charlie spent his years working in the Lab at IBM Owego. Not only was he a competent and professional engineer,but as many of you have attested a truly nice person.
Warmest regards to the family.
Don Annis
Don Annis
May 7, 2013
My codolences go out to the family of Mr Bogdan my prayer are with you all May God be wih you all in your time of loss
Chris Mills
May 6, 2013
Mom (Aunt Charlotte) says she will miss him dearly. We all are thinking of you and are in our hearts. Deborah Mills
May 6, 2013
Ruth, sorry to hear of your loss. My best wishes to you and your family.
Danny Boote
May 6, 2013
Marge, Dave and family, we were so sorry to hear about Buddy. He was a very kind and gentle man, a pleasure to know. Every Christmas when we get out our creche, we think of him - he made the stable for us. We'll keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
Jim & Bet Scales
May 6, 2013
I worked with Charlie for several years at IBM Owego. He was a true gentleman. My deepest sympathies to his family.
Jim Mullally
May 6, 2013
Dave,
I'm sorry for your loss. May the Lord bless you with peace and comfort at this difficult time.
Mike Carlson
May 6, 2013
Hi Ruth, Ralph and I are so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers. Patty and Ralph Garrison
May 5, 2013
i will miss him he was good to me all the time and i love you grampi rest in pice.
joshua beaupre
May 5, 2013
Dear Marge,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I have fond memories of when we worked together and you would share stories of your interesting travels with your husband. I could tell it was a very loving marriage. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Ruth and your whole family.Take good care of each other.
Carol Rueckle
May 5, 2013
My sympathy to the Bogdan family during this time when Buddy joins the Lord & moves to his next chapter of life. With condolences, Andy Pearcy-Blowers
May 5, 2013
Dear Dave and Family, We are so sorry for your loss. We understand he was a good man all around. He will live on in your memories, and you will have a very special angel watching over you. May you find comfort in this.
Kathy & Ken Babits
May 5, 2013
We are so sorry for your loss. We remember all the good times we had as neighbors on Glenwood Road and the numerous card games. Buddy will be missed by all.
Jim and Jean Stull
May 5, 2013
Dear Dave and family, we are so sorry for your loss. He was a good man, and will live on in all the wonderful memories you have. Now he is with God, and you have a special angel to watch over you.
Kathy and Ken Babits
May 5, 2013
Dave & Family, we are so very, very sorry for your loss. Know you are loved and thoughts, prayers & hugs are being sent to you from Arizona. Memories are pretty wonderful things - your dad/Buddy will forever live on in your hearts, your childrens' & your grand/great grandchildrens' hearts. He's at peace now & can watch over & protect you all from "another level." Much Love & Comfort to you in this very difficult time.
Deb & Seth Dewees
May 4, 2013
Life has an end but Love doesn't. My Uncle Bubby was warm, generous, and full of integrity. May The Lord comfort our hearts as only He can do.
Janel Shuler
May 4, 2013
Marge and Loving Family,
We are sorry for your loss. Buddy has taken his final journey to be with a loving God. May God comfort You.
Our Love to You,
Margaret and Harry
May 4, 2013
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