Add a Memory
Send Flowers
Make a Donation
John Bodey Obituary
Publish in a newspaper
John graduated from Fairview HS and the University of Cincinnati where he was a Pi Kappa Alpha. He worked at The Neff Company for 38 years. He loved fishing, camping, playing softball, basketball, tennis and golf and was an amazing husband, father and friend. The family invites you to John's Celebration of Life on Saturday, January 7, 2023, from 1-5PM at their home. To leave an online condolence, share a memory or photo, go to John or Karen's Facebook profile.
To send flowers
to the family or plant a tree
in memory of John C. Bodey, please visit our floral store.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Bob Cabrera
January 7, 2023
To John's family, please accept my sincerest condolences. John was always someone to look up to during our time at Neff, and I was honored when he asked me to speak at his retirement dinner. Rest In Peace, old friend.
Tim McCauley
January 6, 2023
Karen & Family,
I spoke with John around the Christmas Holiday & he sounded in good spirits. Hard to believe he passed a few days later. My prayers are with you. John was my mentor and trained me with Neff in 1981. We spent time together golfing, playing basketball, playing tennis but mostly talking over a few drinks @ our sales meetings over the next 30 years. I will always cherish my times with John. He was a great friend and approached work and life with a positive attitude. He will be missed but not forgotten!
Tim McCauley
January 6, 2023
Karen & Family,
I spoke with John around the Christmas Holiday & he sounded in good spirits. Hard to believe he passed away a few days later. My prayers are with you. John was my mentor and trained me with Neff back in 1981. We spent time together golfing, playing basketball, tennis, but mostly talking over a few drinks @ our sales meetings over the next 30 years. I will always cherish my times with John. He approached life with a positive attitude and that rubbed off on those around him. He was a great friend and always spoke highly of his family. He will be missed but not forgotten!
How you can show support
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Brad T Neuberger
January 4, 2023
My condolences to the family. I always looked up to John as a fellow Neff salesman. He handled himself with class. I had the privilege of golfing with him at a company event. He said to me after 9 holes, "can I make a suggestion on your swing" Nobody was ever that nice about my game. I never saw him without a smile, that is how I will always picture him in my mind.
Brad Neuberger
Linus Fenicle
January 4, 2023
My sympathy to the family. John was a fraternity brother and I have great memories of our time at UC and Pi Kappa Alpha. John was a true and loyal friend.
Roane (Ro) Heston
January 3, 2023
Karen and Family, Our deepest condolences. Phil and I heard of John's passing just 6 days after we moved to Texas and we were in disbelief. He was always just the nicest guy. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Gary Eisdorfer
January 3, 2023
My true condolences to the entire family.
John was a class act and a true leader for the NEFF organization. He always spoke of his family first, and had a smile that was contagious.
Showing 1 - 8 of 8 results
505 W. 8th Street, Mishawaka, IN 46544
Make a Donation
in John Bodey's name
People and places connected with John
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
How to support John's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor John Bodey's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
