Kyle James Bodenstein

Kyle James Bodenstein, 30, St. Albans, VT passed away unexpectedly on Friday, February 18th, 2022. Kyle did not have an easy go around, and yet, despite this, his love of life and will to help others was never diminished. He was raised and educated in Georgia VT, graduating with the Class of 2009 at Bellows Free Academy.
Kyle was a kind young man with a gentle, endearing soul. He loved music, riding his bike, and spending time with his family and friends. He loved all sports and treasured the time he spent with his grandpa playing baseball and football. He also loved and cared strongly for all his teammates and classmates. Kyle was very close to his grandpa, Jim Bodenstein, and thrived when he was at camp in Alburgh, fishing, boating, kayaking, grilling, and hanging out. Kyle loved sharing this special place with others and wanted everyone to meet his grandpa so they could meet the best man on earth in his eyes. Kyle grew up doing Tae-Kwon Do with his mother, Pamela, and his passion for martial arts (as in his passion for life) was contagious. Kyle and Pam had a beautiful connection that continued to grow stronger throughout their lives. He truly was the epitome of a caring, loving son, grandson, and friend. During the past couple of years Kyle could be found riding his bike around town and last year he had been gifted one called The Dragon that he cherished. Kyle was a genuine friend to everyone; it was hard to find someone who didn't like him and his sense of humor.
Kyle suffered the death of his father, Mark Bodenstein, in 2000, and that was a loss he carried with him throughout his life. His Grandmother, Kathy Bodenstein, passed away in 2018, and this was another deep loss for Kyle. Kyle is survived by his mother, Pamela Miner-Mackenzie, The Miner family and The Bodenstein Family, his loving extended family of aunts, uncles, cousins, and of course his friends. His dearest friend Sam Snyder was proud to consider him a brother from the first grade and he made so many other friends as well. Kyle's life ended much too soon but his warmth and kindness will truly live on with us forever.
A service will be held on Sunday April 24th at 1pm at the Milton Village Cemetery (4 US-7, Milton Vermont) with another celebration TBD in summer at camp. A celebration of Life gathering will follow immediately after the cemetery. All are welcome.

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