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John Bodisch Obituary

John Bodisch, 93, peacefully passed away on Thursday November 30, 2023. He was the loving husband to Agnes (Schuster) Bodisch and they were happily married for 61 years. Born in Gerersdorf Austria, John was a son of the late Josef and Cecilia (Schaller) Bodisch. For over 30 years John worked for Lehigh Valley Volkswagen. After retiring he was a school bus driver for 20 years for Laidlaw, First Student, and Brandywine Lehigh and for many years was a volunteer with the Upper Saucon Ambulance Corp. John was a faithful member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Limeport and was a member of the Knights of Columbus. He loved watching football, especially Penn State and the Philadelphia Eagles. John also coached youth soccer programs and enjoyed watching the Philadelphia Union soccer team, the European Soccer League and the World Cup of soccer. Surviving with his wife Agnes are their children: Darrin Bodisch and his wife Beth, and Lisa Bodisch. Grandchildren: Cameron and Daniel. John was predeceased by his 6 siblings. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated 10:00AM on Thursday December 7, 2023 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Limeport. Calling hour will be 9:00-10:00AM in the vestibule of the church. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Knights of Columbus chapter at St. Joseph's parish. Arrangements have been entrusted to the O'Donnell Funeral Home in Allentown.

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Published by Morning Call on Dec. 3, 2023.

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Bertha and Joe Santelli

December 4, 2023

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Tiffaney (Wukitch) Graner

December 4, 2023

Lisa & Family--

I am so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Your parents were always so kind and made me feel like part of the family as we were growing up. I will always treasure those memories of your wonderful family.

My thoughts and prayers are with you, your Mom and Darrin during this difficult time.

Wim and Linda Roset

December 3, 2023

Sorry to read about John´ s passing.
Shared some great soccer stories with him.
Strength to the family.

Debra & Rick Hamilton

December 3, 2023

John was a wonderful sweet man.. I worked with him many years driving bus..he was always so pleasant and the children loved him!!
R.I.P.
Hugs to the family,
Debra Hamilton

Erica Fisher

December 3, 2023

My deepest sympathy and condolences. John kept mostly to himself here at Devon House, but he was always a pleasure to be around. I am going to miss him, he always smiled whenever I greeted him, "hey there blue eyes" He was such a sweetheart and a kind soul, God Bless him in Heaven.

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