Marie Bodewitz

1926 - 2015

Marie "Alison" (Wylie) Bodewitz, beloved wife and mother, passed away on Jan. 24, 2015, at the age of 88. She was preceded in death by her father, William A. Wylie; and her mother, Margaret Stella (Conway) Wylie. Surviving are her husband, Benjamin; her sons, Hari Dev, Michael Alan and Nathan Christopher; and her daughters, Maureen Estelle and Martina Marie; also 10 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. In Newfoundland, she is survived by three cousins, Ian, Barbara and Raymond. Alison was born in St. John's, Newfoundland, where she enjoyed her childhood with her extended family. At school she was an excellent student, once receiving the top score in higher mathematics in what were called the Maritime schools. Later, she was desired as a clerical worker, her excellent work resulting in her being assigned to the Judge Advocate Office at Pepperell Air Force Base in Newfoundland. At Pepperell, she met her husband, Benjamin Bodewitz. All through life she was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying hiking, skiing, skating and fishing, which led her to say, "I am never again leaving Alaska." She was much appreciated by the Girl Scouts and the Boy Scouts for her work with them. At Alison's request, there will be no funeral. Instead she asked that there be a celebration of life for the family. This will be held at a later date.