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John Bodnar Obituary
John L. Bodnar Sr. and Donald Bodnar
SCHERERVILLE, IN - John Louis Bodnar, Sr., age 79, of Schererville, IN, passed away Thursday, December 22, 2019. Beloved husband of Yolanda Bodnar (nee Johnson). Devoted father of John (Wendy) Bodnar, Janette (Peter) Rebeles, and the late Donald Bodnar, who passed away December 19, 2019. Dear grandfather of seven; great-grandfather of three. Preceded in death by his parents Julius and Velma Bodnar.
A visitation for John Bodnar and his son Donald Bodnar will be held Saturday, December 28, 2019 from 2:00 p.m. until the time of the funeral service at 6:00 p.m. at SMITS FUNERAL HOME, 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane (Rt.30 & Pleasant Springs Ln.) Dyer, IN. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to the Bodnar Family. For further information, please contact 219-322-7300 or visit our online obituary at www.SMITSFH.com.
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Mindy Mikovetz-Miller
January 1, 2020
John, Jeanette and Mom Bodnar, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Being one of my brothers best friends growing up, Don was like a brother to me (and John too)! He will be missed by all. Love to you all!
renee prejean-motanky
December 26, 2019
John and Wendy -- May you find strength to endure such tremendous losses. I am holding you in the light and sending you much love at this difficult time.
David Sobierajski
December 26, 2019
John...may God be with you and your family at this time of sorrow.
BOLLT
December 26, 2019
John, sorry for your loss eveyone At Swift is thinkg of you..I lost my cell phone so I know longer have your number. Please reach out too me @ 219 986 7152 this is my new number
Daniel Kasper
December 26, 2019
John, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my family's thoughts and prayers.
Mary Monteleone
December 25, 2019
With Deepest Sympathy to Yolanda and family may you find peace and comfort in the Lord our God! Tony , Mary Monteleone and family
Helen Gacsy
December 23, 2019
Yolanda and family so sorry for yourlosses may they rest in pease. Love Cousin Helen
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