Joyce Bodine Obituary
Joyce Rae (Watson) Bodine, 86, passed away July 22, 2024 in Lagrange, KY after an illness. She was surrounded by her family, who loved her so much.
Born on August 10, 1937 to Robert and Helena Watson, she leaves behind a legacy of love and family. She graduated from Jeffersonville High School, where she met the love of her life and husband of 64 years, Tom Bodine. She was a homemaker who loved nothing more than having her family and extended family around her. She was a life long member of New Chapel United Methodist Church, where through the years she taught Sunday School, was youth group leader and led a girl scout troop. More than anything, she loved telling people about Jesus and changed many lives through her witness. She was a proud military wife that supported her husband throughout his career. Her three grandchildren were her pride and joy and she relished the role of "Granny" like no other.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Tom Bodine; parents, Robert and Helena Watson; her sister, Arla Howard; nephew, Steven Howard and her in-laws, Preston and Minnie Bodine.
She is survived by her daughter Joni Boon (David), son Thomas Bodine Jr (Donna Mattox), all of Lagrange, KY; three grandchildren, Jillian Boon of Miami Beach, FL, Samuel Bodine of Owensboro, KY and Jacob Boon of Nashville, TN; sister, Sue McDonner; brother, Royse Watson (Darnell) and a network of nieces and nephews, in-laws, cousins and dear friends.
Visitation will be held Tuesday, July 30 from 2-8pm at Scott Funeral Home, 2315 Veterans Parkway, Jeffersonville, IN. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, July 31 at New Chapel United Methodist Church, 5615 New Chapel Road, Jeffersonville, IN. Visitation will be from 10-11am at the church, the funeral following at 11am with burial following in the New Chapel Cemetery. The family asks that expressions of sympathy be directed to New Chapel United Methodist Church or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Memories and messages of support to the family may be shared at www.ScottFuneralHome.com.
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Debra Gaines
July 30, 2024
Joyce was the best neighbor ever I will truly miss her.
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Sharon Gardner
July 27, 2024
Joni and Tommy I am so sorry to hear about your mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Sharon Gardner
Susan Farrell
July 26, 2024
Joyce had such a sweet spirit! She encouraged me and always made me feel so loved when I was in her presence. We spent many hours talking about the Lord. I know she is rejoicing seeing Jesus face-to-face! Susan Farrell
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