Portage, Indiana
Jan 27, 1948 – Dec 20, 2014 (Age 66)
John P. Bogdan "Bucko", age 66, of Shelby and formerly of Portage passed away unexpectedly in Niland, California on December 20, 2014. John was born January 27, 1948 in Gary, Indiana to the late Anthony and Helen (Lipsky) Bogdan. John was the former owner of JJ's Pizza Shack, he was a former Cub Scout leader of Troop 430, and a former employee of US Steel working in the railroad transportation department.
John is survived by his loving wife Linda M. Bogdan of Shelby; two daughters Windy (Solomon) Cartagena of LaCrosse and Toni R. Bogdan of Portage; two sons Paul (Hannah) Bogdan of Portage and Phillip (Cynthia) Bogdan of DeMotte; two sisters Doris (Kurt) Schaefer of Florida and Mary Zartman of Akron; seven grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.
John was preceded in death by his parents Anthony and Helen Bogdan; a sister Patricia J. Bogdan Cuellar; and three brothers Anthony B. Bogdan, Jr., James J. Bogdan and Carl Bogdan.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 am on Monday January 5, 2015 at Rees Funeral Home, Olson Chapel 5341 Central Avenue, Portage, Indiana 46405 with Rev. Andrew Corona officiating. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery, Portage, Indiana. Visitation will be Sunday from 2:00 to 8:00 pm at the funeral home.
Most of my childhood till age 10 had you in it. I miss your smile, your laugh and just knowing uncle Buck was around. You were so loved.
Gina
December 24, 2022 | Family
My thoughts are with your family. I enjoyed my time working with Grandpa at JJs. No matter what the situation he always had great advice to give! He will be missed.
Eric
January 12, 2015 | Demtote, IN
Prayers to the Family.
Tracy Marshall
January 09, 2015 | VALPARAISO, IN
Linda, may you be surrounded by prayers of strength during this trying time.
Terri Wiles
January 05, 2015 | Homer Glen, IL
I haven't seen uncle buck in many years but every part of my childhood has memories of him and aunt Linda. Im so sorry for your loss and I'm thinking of you all. Love and prayers
Gina Bogdan-Riva
January 04, 2015 | Palm Coast, FL
Sorry to hear of John's passing. May John's memories and love live on in your hearts,
Maryann Martorelli
January 04, 2015 | Lockport
John & Yvonne Gardner
Patti Lawson
January 03, 2015
Prayers to the family. You will truly be missed. Ice cream will not be the same without your company. You will also be missed on the poker runs. Ride on. Roger & Brenda lot 299 Lake Holiday Campground.
Brenda Wommack
January 03, 2015 | Steger, IL
I will forever miss you Unc . when I think of you, You always brought a smile to my face and warmth my heart. Forever will be missing you. But left with loving memories. Love you Barbie .
Barbie Moody-Mitchem
January 03, 2015 | LakeCity, FL
